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For guest Jason Levin – author of “Relationships to Infinity” and founder of the firm Ready, Set, Launch – keeping in touch with past connections, friends, and mentors is a lifelong passion and the bedrock of networking and relationship development. Through his work, Levin has developed an intense interest in helping people develop and maintain personal and business relationships. Business, after...

Do you love being a lawyer, but can’t stand the sales hat that comes with it?   It’s no secret that sales plays a vital role in securing new clients and growing your firm.    What do we do when we want to close the business, but don’t want to use pushy, oldschool sales tactics? My guest, Merit Kahn, shares the four words that can transform your sales in this episode.   Merit Kahn, CSP, is the CEO...

The Central Intelligence Agency, better known as the CIA, is the principal foreign intelligence and counterintelligence agency of the U.S. government. The CIA's primary job is collecting and analyzing foreign intelligence and conducting covert action, and U.S. policymakers, including the President of the United States, make policy decisions based on the information provided by the CIA. On this ver...

Lawyers need to stay up on cybersecurity news to understand both the current threats and the mistakes made by others. Failure to keep up could eventually result in a breach! Sharon Nelson and John Simek discuss this topic with Lucien Pera to learn more about lawyers’ ethical responsibilities for technology and cybersecurity competence and why failures could result in a lawyer facing disciplinary a...

We’re joined by author and TV correspondent, Alicia Menendez where we talk about the concept of likeability in the workplace, especially as women attorneys. If today’s podcast resonates with you and you haven’t read The Small Firm Roadmap yet, get the first chapter right now for free! Thanks to LawPay, Postali, and Posh Virtual Receptionists for sponsoring this episode. Learn more about your ad ch...

Guest Tom L. Drew is a longtime attorney in Des Moines, Iowa. He reached out to New Solo and host Adriana Linares for help modernizing his practice and getting the most out of today’s tech. Drew is comfortable with computers, but he’s always looking for newer, better, more efficient methods. As a long-time paperless operation, Drew’s office was in a good place when it went remote during the COVID-...

Joe and Chris discuss the latest nonsensical efforts to derail Ketanji Brown Jackson's nomination and ask the audience to guess which baseless attack comes next. They also breakdown the happenings between ABA TECHSHOW and Legalweek 2022, which marked Chris's first foray into the wild world of legal technology. And Joe has a nasty non-COVID cold that he caught at these shows so don't let that throw...

Retired judge and bestselling novelist Martin Clark had to deal with his fair share of rejection before he finally broke in more than two decades ago with his debut novel, The Many Aspects of Mobile Home Living. After several false starts, that book got Clark’s career up and running. In this episode, the ABA Journal's Matt Reynolds finds out what made the difference for Clark, and gets tips for ot...

If it’s a cause worth fighting for, Texas trial attorney Charla Aldous is ready. Ranked as one of the top attorneys in America for over two decades, Charla’s authentic, no-nonsense strategy for case framing continues to convince juries, even in cases no one expects her firm to win. Tune in to this encore podcast with guest host Amy Gunn to hear the creative narratives from some of Charla’s biggest...

Mentorship isn’t just giving work advice to a younger attorney. It’s a professional and personal relationship built on trust and mutual respect that benefits the mentor and the mentee. And you shouldn’t stop with just one! Learn how to find mentors, why you’ll benefit from building multiple relationships at various levels of experience and how to ignite effective mentorships in your firm on today’...

Jared thinks all y’all need a talking-to about outsourcing. Lawyers, as high-achievers, think they can do everything on their own, but they’re probably just wasting time and money. Jared explains the profitability of outsourcing work outside your area of expertise so you can focus on what really matters.  Next, ever had an idea for great content for your legal website/blog/video/social media accou...

There are so many podcast episodes out there that talk about how to launch a podcast, but what happens after you launch? How do you make real money off of having a podcast? Is it even possible?   In this episode, we’re focusing on how to monetize a podcast with Simona Costantini, our podcast producer.   Simona is the Founder and CEO of Costantini Productions, a full-service podcast production agen...

There are so many podcast episodes out there that talk about how to launch a podcast, but what happens after you launch? How do you make real money off of having a podcast? Is it even possible?   In this episode, we’re focusing on how to monetize a podcast with Simona Costantini, our podcast producer.   Simona is the Founder and CEO of Costantini Productions, a full-service podcast production agen...

Negative perspectives on the legal profession can sometimes affect lawyers more than they realize, as unrealistic expectations, pressure for perfection, and even tacky lawyer jokes work against their mental health. In this On Balance podcast, Molly Ranns and JoAnn Hathaway talk with Dawn Kulongowski about how meditation and mindfulness can help lawyers cope with stressors and develop a positive mi...

The real world has been a bit too much for Dennis and Tom lately, so tag along as they take a little trip to the metaverse! They discuss what exactly this expansive virtual environment is, possible personal and professional uses, and what the future may hold for this growing technology. And, for all you lawyers out there, they consider how this tech could be applied to the profession.  This time o...

We’re joined by Lawyerist Lab member, Russell Farbiarz, as he discusses what it looked like to take over his practice. We discuss how he got there and what to think about if you’re interested in doing the same.  If today’s podcast resonates with you and you haven’t read The Small Firm Roadmap yet, get the first chapter right now for free! Thanks to LawPay, Postali, and Posh Virtual Receptionists f...

Cravath proved they’re still the Biglaw compensation leader by coming over the top of Davis Polk’s raises. Now the question is — who will follow them? Which lawyers are still working for Russia? A British politician goes ahead and NAMES NAMES. The dog whistles are getting LOUD: it sure is interesting that the only Supreme Court nominee that is fielding questions about her LSAT score is a Black wom...

Every case requires some legal research, and we don’t mean Google. This hard-skills episode focuses on pro tips like how to use Westlaw more efficiently, where to start your research and whether or not it’s a smart move to omit case law that could be detrimental to your position. Today’s strategies will help you hone your research skills and put you on a more solid foundation for your next case. L...

Citizens are guaranteed legal representation in criminal cases which may impact their freedom but are not guaranteed representation on issues regarding their physical and mental health, personal safety, government benefits, or housing, which may be life-threatening situations. In Part Two of our discussion, Dan Glazier and Karen Warren detail the assistance Legal Services offers to level the playi...

The guys are back at the ABA TECHSHOW with F.O.P. Carolyn Elefant, the “Godmother of Solos.” They talk about what’s in and what’s out in the latest edition of her book, “Solo By Choice.”  Also, there’s more legal tech and more competition for your legal dollar than ever. That means great things for small and solo firms. Do you want something custom for your practice? It might be worth it to just a...

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Host Christopher T. Anderson meets with lawyers around the country to discuss issues they are currently facing in their practices. Featured on this episode: How should I market two different areas of focus for my law firm? How do I find the right call intake employee to hire? What is the best use of marketing dollars when starting a practice in a new state? What are the pros and cons of training a...

In the conflict instigated by Russia in Ukraine, we have already seen numerous and outrageous Russian violations of the Laws of Armed Conflict, but what legal recourse is there against these acts? Meg Steenburgh of the ABA Law Student Podcast interviews Judge James E. Baker to learn about the interplay of law and war on the international stage. Judge Baker examines Russia’s actions to date and off...

How do you deliver an outstanding presentation that keeps your audience engaged, attentive, and eager to hear more?  Whether it’s to your firm partners, or addressing a judge and jury, this week’s episode will give you insight into how to make each presentation worth listening to. My guest this week, Tyler Foley, is an accomplished film and stage performer and has been acting in film and televisio...

When the COVID-19 pandemic came, the traditionally change-averse legal profession adapted with amazing speed. Work-from-home became the norm, and associates began to see what’s possible and focus on what’s important to them. More than 30 million Americans changed jobs since last spring. Attorneys were no exception. It’s up to all of us – from younger associates to senior leadership – to accept and...