Above the Legal Limit

How do you build one of the largest personal injury law firms in the country? In this episode of Above the Legal Limit, host Justin Chopin sits down with renowned personal injury attorney Angel Reyes, founder of Angel Reyes & Associates, to discuss his journey from Big Law and Wall Street to building a high-volume personal injury practice that serves thousands of clients every month. Angel sha...

How do successful attorneys and business owners achieve work-life balance without sacrificing growth? In this episode of Above the Legal Limit After 5, Justin Chopin shares practical insights on law firm growth, burnout prevention, time management, and building a sustainable career. Drawing from nearly two decades of experience practicing law and running a successful firm, Justin discusses the rea...

What is the real secret to living a longer, healthier, and happier life? In this episode of Above the Legal Limit, host Justin Chopin sits down with registered dietitian, nutrition expert, and health advocate Dr. Felicia Stoler for a fascinating conversation about longevity, wellness, nutrition, mental health, and the habits that truly impact your quality of life. Many people focus solely on diet...

How does trauma shape the future of a family, a neighborhood, or an entire community? And what happens when the root causes of that trauma go unaddressed for generations? In this episode of Above the Legal Limit , host Justin Chopin sits down with Jackie Kellett of Volunteers of America Southeast Louisiana to explore the far-reaching effects of community trauma and the challenges facing vulnerable...

In this episode of Above the Legal Limit: The After Five Ask Me Anything Series with Justin Chopin , we're pulling back the curtain on some of New Orleans' most controversial issues. Are parking signs in the French Quarter intentionally designed to confuse drivers and generate more tickets? What hidden rules about loading zones are catching tourists and locals off guard after hours? We also dive i...

Most litigators are still building case timelines the hard way—dragging boxes around in PowerPoint, fighting with formatting, and praying the Wi-Fi holds up in court. Meanwhile, the jury is bored. The judge is lost. And your key evidence just got buried on slide 47. In this episode of Above the Legal Limit, host Justin Chopin sits down with Scott Alldridge—cybersecurity expert, serial entrepreneur...

Ever wonder what’s actually going on with public defenders? Or what to do when your lawyer goes totally MIA? Welcome to Above the Legal Limit: After 5 PM, where the scotch is poured, the filter is off, and the answers are 100% candid. In this episode, Justin is cracking open a bottle of Arran Single Malt to celebrate 10 years of Chopin Law and diving into the "AMA" questions you've been dying to a...

What if everything you’ve been told about marketing is outdated? In this episode of Above the Legal Limit, Justin Chopin sits down with former PepsiCo marketing executive John D. Ross Jr. to break down the reality of modern marketing — and why most businesses are approaching it all wrong. From internal team education and leadership alignment to Google reviews, QR codes, and building a brand people...

In this AMA episode of Above the Legal Limit, Justin breaks down the truth behind the legal industry—no fluff, no filters. From why you should never pick a lawyer based on Instagram to how cases actually get won (and lost), this is the kind of insight most firms won’t tell you. If you want real answers—and not the polished version—this episode delivers.

In this AMA episode of Above the Legal Limit, Justin gets brutally honest about what it really takes to grow—from overcoming the fear of spending money on marketing to stepping into the spotlight when you’d rather stay behind the scenes. If you’ve ever felt stuck, afraid to take the next step, or unsure how to scale without risking everything… this episode is for you. No fluff. No BS. Just real ta...

Most law firms are losing money on the cases they never sign. In this episode of Above the Legal Limit , Chris Rose of Legal Flair breaks down one of the biggest blind spots in legal intake and referral strategy: declined cases, weak referral systems, and the massive revenue leak hiding inside bad processes. What some firms write off as “not our case” could actually be a valuable referral opportun...

Think physical therapy is just heat packs and TENS units? Think again. In this week's episode, Dr. Heather Gilmore breaks down why real physical therapy goes way beyond "feel good" modalities — and how it actually gets you back to your life, whether that’s wrangling kids, working, or just sleeping through the night. If you’ve ever been to a clinic where they plug you in and walk away… this one’s f...

If you've never worked a 2,000-hour year—where you hit 5:00 PM, look at your timesheet, and realize you still owe the firm another hour before you can go home, then you might not understand why flat-fee work feels like a breath of fresh air. David Bernard, founder of Precision Law Group, lived that grind. Defense firm life. Constant pressure. Putting out fires. Then everything changed when he real...

Will your insurance rates really go up if you file a claim? In this After 5 pm episode, lawyer Justin Chopin pours a glass of scotch and gives you the real, no-BS answer the insurance industry doesn’t want you to hear. If you’ve ever been in a car accident, worried about filing a claim, or felt unsure about what your rights actually are—this one’s for you. Hit play and get the truth.

Are you making this one mistake that keeps your law firm stuck? Most attorneys believe growth requires massive risk. The truth? Fear of delegating is the silent revenue killer holding you back from the firm—and the life—you actually want. In this episode, business coach Gary Mitchell reveals why your comfort zone is your biggest competitor and how expanding it—not escaping it—unlocks sustainable s...

When kids dream of working in film, they usually name the same three jobs: Director. Actor. Influencer. But what about the set medic? The costume archivist? The people who build the worlds? In this episode of Above the Legal Limit, host Justin Chopin sits down with Beth Burvant from The Cool Cooperative to reveal the hidden career paths in the film industry that most students (and parents) never s...

Host Justin Chopin sits down with David Arato, CEO of Lexicon Legal Content, to reveal the one strategy most law firms are completely overlooking. In this episode of The Above the Legal Limit Podcast, Justin gets David to spill the tea on why "content freshness" matters more than ever, how AI is changing the game, and what you can do right now to future-proof your firm's visibility online. If you'...

When Mardi Gras ends and the Lenten slump sets in, there’s still one reason to get out of the house. The Bayou Bluegrass Festival is back at Deutsches Haus on March 21st, and every beer you drink helps fund Special Olympics Louisiana. See why Grammy-winning bluegrass artists, Dolly Parton lookalikes, and cold lemonade are exactly what New Orleans needs right now.

On The Above the Limit Podcast, host Justin Chopin sits down with Andres Barcelo-Sanchez of Barcelo Gardens to explore how urban farming is literally planting seeds of change in New Orleans' Upper Ninth Ward. From revitalizing vacant lots to building accessible fresh food markets in food deserts, this conversation digs deep into community resilience, local sustainability, and why eating healthy sh...

“Before the parades roll and the king cake is sliced, the real magic of Mardi Gras begins in the dark—with masks, music, and a message.” On this episode of Above the Limit, host Justin Chopin sits down with Sunpie Barnes—musician, park ranger, former NFL player, and keeper of New Orleans’ deepest Carnival traditions. Discover how the Skull & Bone Gang wakes the city at 5 a.m., why skeleton mas...

This is how a movement starts. From a 5-hour conversation to a bus carrying 42 kids on its first day—this is the story of a simple choice: become the solution. Discover the inspiring journey of Derrick Tabb, founder of Roots of Music, who faced a community problem and decided to build a future for it instead. What began as an idea exploded into a program serving thousands of young lives in New Orl...

What’s the one thing most people misunderstand about foster care? On this episode of Above the Legal Limit Podcast, host Justin Chopin sits down with Anna Palmer, Executive Director of Crossroads Louisiana, to uncover the real story behind the system, the kids, and what it truly takes to provide a safe, healing home. If you’ve ever wondered how foster care really works—or how you can help—press pl...

In most cities, competition runs the show. But here, something different happens. When you put your heart into something real, this city meets you halfway — with open doors, loud cheers, and a community that actually shows up. From local businesses to big ideas, New Orleans doesn’t just talk about support… it lives it. But what makes people stay? What makes this city’s spirit so magnetic? That’s w...

The Butterfly Effect of Every Choice Looking back, would you change the path that got you here? Two lawyers open up about risk, regret, and the lessons behind every so-called mistake. Sometimes the hardest choices end up being the ones that build you. #businessmindset #legalpodcast #podcasting #lawyer #businesstips #abovethelegallimit

This episode blends a little medicine, a little law, and a lot of New Orleans charm. From balancing professional pressure to sharing stories that blur the lines between serious and funny, this conversation with Dr. Christopher Beck is full of sharp insights and easy laughs. It’s the kind of talk that reminds you why humor still belongs in hard work — and why perspective matters most. #neworleanscu...