Upside, Things can continue to move along if you are willing to be a friend and a good listener. If you have the opportunity to ineract w/him during this time, ask how the trial going, etc. Show interest in what he's doing as that is very important.
Most importantly, take care of yourself and dig deeper for more patience during this time.
Sit quietly, the answers will reveal themselves when you least expect them to. The past is gone, the present is a gift and you need to focus on today, allow the future to reveal itself when it is ready.
