Lead Counsel

The discussion in this episode brings together highlights from our three past episodes featuring powerhouse personal injury attorney, business coach, and author Jenn Gore on the Lead Counsel podcast hosted by Tom Tona , founder and managing attorney of TonaLaw . In this riveting episode, Jenn and Tom dive deep into what it takes to move beyond the grind of solo practice and build a scalable , sust...

In this insightful solo episode of the Lead Counsel Podcast , host Tom Tona , founder and managing attorney at Tonalaw , takes listeners behind the scenes of what truly drives law firm success: operations . Fresh off a closed-door legal mastermind event in Florida, Tom breaks down the often-overlooked yet critical role of law firm operations , exploring what it is, why it matters, and how top-perf...

In this solo episode of the Lead Counsel Podcast , host Tom Tona shares a behind-the-scenes look into his intensive preparation and participation in a legal mastermind retreat he headed off to in West Palm Beach. This closed-door mastermind, facilitated by seasoned business coach and EOS implementer Sarah Frasca, brings together top-tier law firm owners for deep strategic discussions that result i...

Welcome to another powerful installment of the Lead Counsel Podcast, hosted by Tom Tona, founder and managing attorney at TonaLaw. In this collaborative episode with They Don't Teach This in Law School , Tom and his co-host Charley Mann tackle real questions from attorneys around the country, diving into what it takes to build, grow, and sustain a successful law firm. If you're an attorney or law...

In this powerhouse episode of the Lead Counsel Podcast , Tom Tona of Tonalaw is joined by Charley Mann of T hey Don't Teach This in Law School, for a candid, tactical conversation about one of the most impactful – and often painful – aspects of scaling a law firm: hiring the right people at the right time. Why This Episode Matters: If you're a law firm owner, partner, or legal entrepreneur navigat...

In this high-impact collaboration between The Lead Counsel Podcast and They Don't Teach This in Law School , hosts Tom Tona and Charley Mann tackle a fundamental pain point for every legal professional: time management. Drawing from personal experience and hard-earned lessons, Tom and Charley dive into how their approaches to time have evolved—from chaotic calendars and overloaded inboxes to strea...

Episode 8 of the Lead Counsel podcast, in collaboration with They Don't Teach This in Law School , delivers a masterclass in growing a law firm that lasts. Hosted by Charley Mann (Law Firm Alchemy) and featuring the raw and insightful Tom Tona (TonaLaw), this final installment of the Q&A series dives deep into what it really takes to scale a firm with precision, purpose, and profitability. Whether...

In this episode of Lead Counsel , host Tom Tona , CEO and founding attorney at  TonaLaw , welcomes trailblazing legal entrepreneur Ali Katz to unpack the raw truth behind building a sustainable and scalable business. Ali shares the deeply personal and strategic journey that led her from bankruptcy to running a multi-million dollar legal training and licensing company supporting over 700 law firms...

Jenn Gore has done something most lawyers will never do, monetized her law practice via an equity sale.  In this game-changing episode of the Lead Counsel Podcast , host Tom Tona reconnects with powerhouse attorney Jennifer Gore , now Partner at Sweet James Atlanta, to reveal the personal and professional transformation that led her from leading a multi-million dollar Georgia-based PI firm to merg...

In this powerful episode of Lead Counsel Podcast , host Tom Tona of TonaLaw and co-host Charley Mann of Law Firm Alchemy tackle the future of the legal profession, breaking down the transformative forces reshaping law firms today. This deep-dive conversation explores the convergence of artificial intelligence, private equity investment, and law firm consolidation, offering actionable insights for...

What does it really take to lead a successful law firm? In Episode 4 of our special series collaboration between the Lead Counsel Podcast and They Don't Teach This in Law School , hosts Charlie Mann and Tom Tona , unpack the transition from managing to leading—and how emotional intelligence, intentional growth, and self-awareness are the real tools of successful law firm leadership. This episode e...

In this must-listen second installment of the collaborative podcast series between Lead Counsel and They Don't Teach This in Law School , hosts Tom Tona and Charley Mann dive into one of the most taboo yet essential topics in law firm ownership—money. If you're a law firm owner constantly asking, "Where the hell did all my money go?", this episode is your roadmap to finding the answers. Tom unpack...

In this episode of Lead Counsel , host Tom Tona , Founder and CEO of  TonaLaw , is joined by Tom Lenfestey , Founder and CEO of The Law Practice Exchange , to explore one of the most critical—and under-discussed—topics in the legal profession: Succession planning and law firm sales and acquisitions. With a unique blend of legal and financial expertise, Lenfestey shares how he turned a personal rev...

On this episode of Lead Counsel , host Tom Tona welcomes Mary Ellen O'Connor, founder of O'Connor Law PLLC, a premier New York workers' compensation and Social Security disability law firm. Together, they dissect the complex intersections between personal injury and workers' compensation claims and provide actionable insights for attorneys and injured clients alike. Whether you're a law firm handl...

In this powerful and deeply introspective episode of Lead Counsel , host Tom Tona , founder and managing attorney at Tonalaw, sits down with his long-time friend and fellow law firm leader, Bill "The Lawman" Umansky , to explore a transformative topic: what happens to your leadership legacy when team members leave your firm? From million-dollar verdicts to zero-dollar losses, from surprise exits t...

  On this episode of the Lead Counsel Podcast, host Tom Tona dives deep into one of the most complex and overlooked aspects of personal injury law: lien resolution and settlement planning. Joining Tom is Jason D. Lazarus, Esq., founder of Synergy Settlement Services and a nationally recognized expert in lien resolution, Medicare Secondary Payer compliance, and special needs settlement planning. If...

What does it take to build a thriving law practice while maintaining a great life? In this episode of Lead Counsel , host Tom Tona, founder of Tonalaw, sits down with Valerie Peterson, CEO of Atticus Advantage, to discuss the key principles behind successful law firm management, leadership, and business growth. Atticus has long been a leader in legal coaching and law firm growth strategies, focusi...

How do you build a successful legal career, grow a law firm, and balance life all at once? In this special "Ask Me Anything" episode, Lead Counsel host Tom Tona, founder and managing attorney at TonaLaw, hands over the mic to Rob Austrian, a rising personal injury attorney, for an unfiltered conversation directed to the newer generations of lawyers. They cover everything from building a legal prac...

In this episode of Lead Counsel, host Tom Tona sits down with Tim Semelroth, a board-certified trucking accident attorney and trial advocacy professor, to discuss the power of specialization in personal injury law and the rise and use cases of AI in litigation. They dive into: The rigorous certification process for trucking accident attorneys and why specialization matters. The financial and strat...

In this episode of the  Lead Counsel Podcast , host Tom Tona sits down with Tiffany Grosskreutz, a top recruiter at Titus Talent Strategies, to uncover the secrets behind their game-changing approach to legal recruiting. Tiffany shares how Titus Talent's unique methodology, including the Head, Heart, Briefcase philosophy and Predictive Index assessments, is helping law firms scale with top-tier tr...

What does it take to shape the next generation of criminal defense lawyers? In this special episode of Lead Counsel , host Tom Tona sits down with Adam Rossen, founder of Rossen Law Firm, to discuss his groundbreaking Criminal Justice Summer Internship Program. Now in its fifth iteration, this internship has evolved into a nationally recognized initiative, providing real-world trial experience, me...

How can AI transform your law firm's efficiency, client success, and overall profitability? In this episode of Lead Counsel , host Tom Tona , founder of TonaLaw , sits down with Michael McCready , founder and managing partner of  McCready Law , to explore how law firm owners can harness AI, build elite teams, and scale intentionally . Key Topics Covered in This Episode: ✅ AI in Law Firms – How Mi...

Overnight Google removed legitimate reviews from law firm GMB pages across the country.  Dozens upon dozens at a clip from some. Was this an AI glitch? Was it by by design?  Seth Price from BlueShark Digital answers these questions and more in this special edition. Wanna know what's going on with Google right now? Tune in. Seth Price: LinkedIn BlueShark Digital Tonalaw Tom Tona: LinkedIn

In this episode of Lead Counsel , host Tom Tona sits down with Christopher Nicolaysen , owner and CEO of Springs Law Group , to discuss law firm leadership, business growth, and personal transformation . From building a thriving personal injury firm to making the life-changing decision to go sober by choice , Chris shares insights on business systems, scaling a law firm, and overcoming limiting be...

Join us for the last episode of Season 1 of the  Lead Counsel podcast! In this episode, we dive deep into the transformative power of masterminds. Whether you're an entrepreneur, leader, or innovator, masterminds can be the key to unlocking solutions, forging connections, and fueling personal and professional growth. We'll discuss how masterminds bring together like-minded individuals who push eac...