Let's Talk Paralegal Hosted by Eda Rosa

Send us Fan Mail Mark G. Astor is the founding partner of Astor Simovitch Law  born and raised in the United Kingdom, who came to the US and earned his Bachelor of Arts from the University of Michigan, his Juris Doctorate from Nova Southeastern University College of Law, and his Master of Laws degree from American University.  Mark started his legal career as a Palm Beach County Assistant State At...

Send us Fan Mail Emanuel Galimidi is the founder of Galimidi Law, a Florida-based Personal Injury and Wrongful Death law firm but his story is anything but conventional.  Before founding Galimidi Law, Emanuel was a shareholder at one of the most successful and fastest-growing defense firms in the United States, with offices in Miami, New York, and Los Angeles  where he rose through the ranks to be...

Send us Fan Mail Ben Hockema, CFP®, is the founder of Illuminate Wealth Management, and he's on a mission to help professionals, business owners, and families get clear and confident about their financial lives.  What makes Ben different? He's passionate about helping everyday people succeed and cutting through the shame and stress that so often surrounds money — turning all of that anxi...

Send us Fan Mail David Rosati is the founder and creator of Succession Wills, a lawyer-built online will creation platform that combines expert legal knowledge with user-friendly technology — letting people complete a legal will in minutes, saving time and money without compromising on quality.  David built Succession Wills around a simple but powerful idea: estate planning shouldn't be reser...

Send us Fan Mail “Season 6 wasn’t about doing more.  It was about seeing more — more clearly, more honestly.” Welcome back to Let’s Talk Paralegal . If you’ve been listening all season, you already know — this wasn’t a comfortable season. And it wasn’t meant to be. Season 6 asked hard questions.  It challenged familiar patterns.  It exposed the quiet habits we’ve normalized in the legal industry —...

Send us Fan Mail Sometimes the most powerful shift in a legal career begins with something simple—speaking your truth. In this episode of Let’s Talk Paralegal , host Eda Rosa welcomes Luisa Anderson , a paralegal, podcaster, writer, and creative entrepreneur who believes that creativity and storytelling can transform the way professionals experience their careers. Luisa shares her journey of movin...

Send us Fan Mail The best litigators understand both sides of the courtroom. In this episode of Let’s Talk Paralegal , host Eda Rosa welcomes John J. Reagan , Managing Partner at Kisling, Nestico & Redick, for a conversation about advocacy, strategy, and what it really takes to fight for injured clients. Before dedicating his practice to helping injured individuals and families, John began his...

Send us Fan Mail When someone experiences a traumatic accident, the damage doesn’t always stop at the physical injury. In this episode of Let’s Talk Paralegal , host Eda Rosa welcomes Mindi Rogers , Chief Operating Officer of Virtually CALM, to discuss the critical role mental health plays in personal injury cases. Mindi shares how psychological trauma, anxiety, PTSD, and emotional distress can si...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I’m joined by Linda Love Lemos—a dynamic professional whose career spans law, politics, media, and thought leadership—for a rich conversation on how legal professionals can expand their influence through knowledge, strategy, and voice. Linda brings a unique perspective shaped by dual master’s degrees in Political Management and Paralegal Studies, along with her wo...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I’m joined by Stacey Lake, the founder of Lawfecta, for a forward-thinking conversation on how legal professionals can be more proactive, empowered, and intentional in the way they build support around their work. Stacey created Lawfecta to disrupt the traditional, outdated way law firms find help. Instead of relying on rigid hiring models or word-of-mouth guesswo...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I sit down with Rahamn Popal for a timely and grounding conversation on what it truly means to be proactive as legal professionals—and how knowledge becomes our greatest tool for both client advocacy and professional empowerment. Together, we explore how shifting from reactive problem-solving to intentional preparation allows legal professionals to better support...

Send us Fan Mail   The legal industry is evolving and so is where real value lives. In this episode, I’m joined by Tracey Perkins for an honest conversation about the increasing importance of legal professionals outside the attorney role, particularly paralegals and legal support teams who keep law firms operating, organized, and human. We talk about what happens when firms move beyond outdated hi...

Send us Fan Mail What does it mean to serve—with purpose, with discipline, and with honor—both in the military and in the courtroom? Lance Kennedy lives that answer every day. As a Founding Attorney and a Major in the U.S. Army Reserve JAG Corps, Lance’s career reflects a dedication to leadership, precision, and unwavering service. In this episode, we talk about: How military values translate into...

Send us Fan Mail Resolutions fizzle. Pillars endure. In this solo episode, I share the Three Pillars that every legal professional should build on to create not just a good year, but a limitless career: System – Build processes and workflows that make your work consistent, scalable, and sustainable. Skill – Choose one skill that will elevate your career in 2026—whether it’s technology, leadership,...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when an attorney puts humanity at the center of their practice? For Ryan Schwartz, it means creating a client experience built on trust, empathy, and hands-on interaction. In this episode, Ryan shares his philosophy of lawyering that goes beyond legal strategies and billable hours. We talk about: Why personal, consistent communication builds stronger client relationsh...

Send us Fan Mail Resolutions Expire. Legacies Echo. We’re kicking off the new year with something deeper than resolutions and far richer than a checklist.  This episode airs on Three Kings Day — El Día de los Reyes , a holiday rooted in tradition, honor, and the long journey toward something bigger than ourselves. While the rest of the world is clinging to half-hearted resolutions and dusty planne...

Send us Fan Mail Stop Writing Resolutions. Start Writing Playbooks. “New year, new me” sounds cute… until you step into the legal industry, where hype burns out faster than a sparkler on New Year’s Eve. Resolutions fizzle because they’re built on pressure, noise, and wishful thinking — not on systems, structure, or real strategy. And you and I both know: in this field, if it’s not built to last, i...

Send us Fan Mail We love to whisper it like gospel: “Timing is everything.” Especially in the world of launches and goals — podcasts, programs, products, you name it. You’ve heard the warnings:  “Don’t launch during the holidays; everyone’s too busy.”  “Summer’s slow; no one’s paying attention.” But here’s the raw, unfiltered truth: people are always doing something. Traveling. Streaming. Scrollin...

Send us Fan Mail Few voices in the legal world carry the weight and wisdom of Chere Estrin. As the CEO of Estrin Legal Staffing and founder of The Estrin Report, she’s dedicated her career to shaping the future of legal professionals through staffing, training, and thought leadership. With 12 books under her belt and another ABA release on the way, Chere has proven that writing outside the lines i...

Send us Fan Mail Subpoenas are more than just paperwork—they are the silent force behind the facts, often determining the strength of an entire case. In this episode, Becky Sampson shares her journey from litigant to legal entrepreneur, and how her personal experience inspired the creation of Only Subpoenas. We’ll talk about why subpoenas matter, how they can shift the course of litigation, and th...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Eda Rosa sits down with the instructors of the Limitless Paralegal Academy to share the story, the strategy, and the soul behind the platform that’s redefining paralegal education. Meet the powerhouse team leading the charge in:  ⚙️ Legal Technology & AI Integration – exploring tools and systems that make firms more efficient. 💫 Customer & Client Excellen...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when your phone rings and no one picks up? For law firms, it could mean a lost client, a missed deadline, or a reputation hit that’s hard to repair. That’s why answering services matter—and why Jessica Volker is passionate about doing them differently. As Director of Business Development at Responsive Answering Service, Jessica helps law firms strengthen client trust...

Send us Fan Mail We’ve all said it— “I’m a great multitasker.” But what if that skill you’re so proud of is quietly wrecking your focus, your efficiency, and your sanity? In this episode, Eda dives deep into the science (and the soul) of productivity to expose the multitasking myth once and for all. You’ll learn why your brain isn’t built for constant juggling, how context-switching kills your flo...

Send us Fan Mail  How and when to use AI  Artificial intelligence is no longer just a futuristic tool—it’s becoming a companion in our daily and professional lives. In this episode of Let’s Talk Paralegal , I sit down with Wendy Meadows to explore the “how” and “when” of using AI. From practical workflows to ethical considerations, Wendy shares her insights on treating AI not as a replacement for...

Send us Fan Mail The legal industry may be rooted in tradition, but it’s evolving fast—and thought leadership is no longer optional. In this episode of Let’s Talk Paralegal , we sit down with Melanie Herschorn, a publisher and book marketing strategist on a mission to help attorneys and professionals amplify their voices through books, speaking, and media. Melanie believes that lawyers shouldn’t j...