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"Podcasting has been considered the most trusted form of media for the past three generations.  50% to 60% of adults listen to podcasts." –Dennis Meador  Love podcasts, but just aren't sure where to start? Co-hosts Tanner Jones and Matt Smyers chat with the founder of the Legal Podcast Network, Dennis Meador. He discusses how to choose topics, tips for hosting, and frequency of posting in our late...

"Marketing is like painting a moving train. Everything is always changing." –Tanner Jones, Consultwebs VP of Business Development Lawsome's very own Tanner Jones and Matt Smyers invite the CEO of Lawyer.com , Colleen Joyce, to discuss how Lawyer.com and other similar platforms can help law firms grow, the challenges they face, and how to adapt in this new age. Colleen started working for Pop Star...

"The great lawyers are not just spending money, but they're putting a digital fence around people and staying in front of them forever." –Ken Hardison In this LAWsome episode, we had the pleasure of speaking with a legend who was recently inducted into the National Trial Lawyers Advertising Hall of Fame. Co-hosts Tanner Jones and Matt Smyers sit down with the founder and CEO of PILMMA (Personal In...

Have you ever thought about selling your law firm? In today's episode of LAWsome, co-hosts Tanner Jones and Matt Smyers chat with the CEO of Vista Consulting, Tim McKey, about selling a law firm. Tim talks about how you can run an effective, efficient, and valuable firm while preparing for a sale that will fit your needs and those of your family in the long run.  Tim started his company with a fri...

In this episode of LAWsome, we are discussing one of the most important topics we've ever covered on the podcast: domestic abuse. This issue is much more common than people think, even in high achievers, community leaders, and successful individuals. Co-hosts Tanner Jones and Matt Smyers sit down with the Founder and CEO of Lee Consultants, Amanda Lee, to speak about the responsibility leaders hav...

Have you ever worked on a case that you thought could be more, but the evidence feels just out of your reach? LAWsome co-hosts Tanner Jones and Matt Smyers invite Michael Seely, co-founder of Spear Investigations, to share the advantages of working with a private investigator.  Michael was first introduced to the legal industry when he shared information with an attorney friend. He then realized h...

Running a law firm can be exhausting. Have you found yourself making less time for mental health while running your practice? Co-hosts Tanner Jones and Matt Smyers chat with Lexlee Overton, Trial Lawyer, Executive Coach, and Founder of Mind Over Law, about best practices to create emotional stability in yourself and your firm, as well as increase productivity and morale.  Lexlee grew up around the...

As the owner of your law firm, are you satisfied with how much you make monthly? If the answer is no, would you like to fix that? In today's LAWsome episode, co-host Tanner Jones and Matt Smyers welcome Brooke Lively, author and founder of Cathedral Capital, to talk about the best practices for law firms looking to maximize profit and manage spending. Brooke began her career by managing her family...

Are you getting the most out of your agency? Do you think your agency is the best choice for you? In this episode, LAWsome co-hosts Tanner Jones and Matt Smyers sit down with the CEO at Agency Management Institute (aka AMI), Drew McLellan, to chat about the best ways to get the most out of your agency and how to know you have the right one.  Drew was approached by his professor at his college and...

Are your competitors ranking over you in search, specifically AI overviews? In this episode, co-hosts Tanner Jones and Matt Smyers chat with David Arato, Founder of Lexicon Legal Content, to explore several strategies and tips that will improve your visibility and make your firm's content creation more efficient. In 2009, David began writing marketing content, utilizing his background in law to de...

"The most powerful person in the room is the most vulnerable." This quote showcases Darryl Isaacs's most valuable technique that can set you apart from your competitors: vulnerability.  In this episode, LAWsome hosts Tanner Jones and Matt Smyers invite Darryl Isaacs,  the Kentucky Hammer, to discuss how raw emotion and vulnerability can be powerful tools in marketing.  Darryl has been invested in...

People don't hire a law firm. They hire a lawyer. And what better place to showcase attorney personalities than social media? In this episode, join LAWsome co-hosts Tanner Jones and Matt Smyers as they bring Consultwebs Brand Manager, Paige Cook, into the fold to discuss how to balance personality and professionalism on social media. Paige has been working in the social media industry for over a d...

In this episode of LAWsome, cohosts Tanner Jones and Matt Smyers speak with Miami-Dade Bar executive director Bret Berlin. The Miami-Dade Bar is Florida's largest and most active voluntary bar association. The trio explores Brett's journey to his current role and dives into the hidden value of voluntary bar associations. Brett shares how bar associations can and should be more than just networking...

It's not uncommon for small law firm owners and solo practices to struggle with cash flow and bills. Expenses for running a law firm are often high and unpredictable. Incoming cash flow can be irregular. So how can business owners achieve financial freedom? Darren Wurz, Founder of The Lawyer Millionaire Founders Network, sits down with LAWsome co-hosts Tanner Jones and Matt Smyers to share tips an...

Manage your time by understanding your "why".  Robert Simon owns a successful law firm, has co-founded an exclusive attorney community, JusticeHQ, and still manages to prioritize personal time with his wonderful family. How does he make it all happen? He shares his favorite time management tips with us. We discuss delegation, using your mission statement to guide your activities, and more. Robert...

"Activity does not equal productivity." Inefficiencies hide and do damage, creating chaotic environments. Peter Webb, Founder of Firm Performance, brings his 25+ years of legal industry experience to the LAWsome podcast to help address inefficiencies in your law firm. On setting up your marketing team for success, he says, "Pouring gas into a broken machine isn't going to make it run better. You n...

Learn how the Founder & CEO of Crisp, Michael Mogill, started his business with only $500 in his pocket and shaped it into a leading law firm growth company. In this episode, he shares his story along with the lessons he has learned along the way with LAWsome co-hosts Tanner Jones and Matt Smyers. He says, "Entrepreneurship is placing a bet on yourself and your own decision making."  The group dis...

What if law firm branding isn't just marketing—but a mindset rooted in self-awareness, vulnerability, and metrics? Chris Earley, CEO of Earley Law Group, chats with LAWsome co-hosts, Tanner Jones and Matt Smyers. Chris is not only a CEO, but a thought leader in the legal industry. He writes monthly for the American Bar Association, Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly, as well as the Business of Law Insid...

"I believe that to be a good marketer, you have to be a patient marketer and understand that the customer journey involves so many points of interaction with your brand." –Cassidy Lewis In this episode of LAWsome, Cooper Hurley's CMO, Cassidy Lewis, shares the wisdom she has learned on her journey in the marketing industry with LAWsome co-hosts Tanner Jones and Matt Smyers. She discusses the need...

Founder & CEO of Market Domination, Seth Greene, sits down with LAWsome host, Tanner Jones, to share his wisdom on the lost and dying art of law firm referrals. He touches on how to create a well-rounded podcast, book your dream guests, and establish meaningful relationships that will help expand your law firm's reach. Tune in to learn how to leverage these connections to drive long-term success f...

Is your law firm falling behind when it comes to technology? Are you unsure about what types of technology your law firm should be investing in? Is it unclear whether your investment in technology is delivering the results you expected? If you answered yes to any of these questions–this LAWsome episode is for you! You could be saving time, money, and headaches by digitizing your law firm. How? Dan...

When searching for an attorney, emotions tend to be at their highest. People who seek lawyers are often facing hardships unlike ever before.  Atticus Family Law firm director, Natasha Vondracek explores the topic of client care with LAWsome host, Tanner Jones.  How does your law firm convey to a potential client that they are more than just a number or a case on your desk? Natasha shares her exper...

Good help is hard to find these days! LAWsome host Tanner Jones sits down with President and Co-founder of Regents Remote Services, Jason Melton, to chat about how to find, hire, and manage remote talent for your law firm. Jason's 20+ years of legal experience means that he knows how to hire highly qualified individuals for law firms. From initial screenings to in depth interviews, he discusses cr...

Criminal Defense Attorney and Youtube Influencer, Jeff Hampton shares his secrets with us on how to start a Youtube channel that will bring your law firm cases!  Jeff's channels see more than 15 million views per month organically (without paid advertising.) In this LAWsome episode he touches on overcoming challenges in content creation, the importance of video marketing in branding, and strategie...

Intake woes got your law firm down? Nick Werker, Answering Legal's Marketing Director, has you covered. He sits down with Tanner Jones on this week's episode of our LAWsome podcast to discuss legal intake issues you may not know your firm has and how to fix them. Nick chats about common intake challenges law firms face—like inconsistent processes, a lack of clarity around who's handling calls, and...