Brent Hoeft

Practice Pulse

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Elevate your law practice with the State Bar of Wisconsin's Practice Pulse podcast, hosted by Practice Management Advisor Brent Hoeft. This resource delivers expert insights and practical strategies from legal industry leaders to help you run a more efficient and successful firm—whether you're starting your own practice, improving operations, enhancing client relationships, implementing new technology, or designing a practice that aligns with your professional goals in today's legal landscape.

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Brent Hoeft

Episodes

Episode 5: Law Firm Websites in the Age of AI 29.05.2026 29:41

In this episode, Lindsay Marty from Above the Bar Marketing shares expert insights on optimizing law firm websites in the age of AI. Topics include essential website elements, SEO strategies, content creation, and adapting to AI-driven search and reputation management. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Law Firm Marketing 03:45 The Evolution of Law Firm Websites 05:54 Integrating Marketing Strategies...

Episode 4: The Power of Rethinking: Why Lawyers Resist Change Brent Hoeft 29.01.2026 26:11

Summary In this episode, State Bar of Wiscosnin, Practice Management Advisor, Brent Hoeft discusses the importance of rethinking law practice management and overcoming resistance to change. He identifies common mindsets that hinder improvement, such as the status quo and sunk cost fallacy, and offers strategies for continuous improvement centered around lean methodology. The episode emphasizes the...

Special Episode: The One About Wisconsin Solo & Small Firm Conference with Erin Ogden and Eliza Reyes 19.09.2025 42:06

In this special episode of the Practice Pulse podcast as we dive into the 2025 Wisconsin Solo & Small Firm Conference as well as the Solo, Small Firm, and General Practice Section. Hosted by Brent Hoeft, Practice Manager Advisor at the State Bar of Wisconsin, this episode features insightful conversations with Erin Ogden and Eliza Reyes both members of the 2025 Planning Committee. Discover the imp...

Episode 2: Talking Malpractice Insurance with Matt Beier of WILMIC 30.05.2025 57:09

In this episode of the Practice Pulse podcast, host Brent Hoeft and guest Matt Beier from Wisconsin Lawyers Mutual Insurance Company (WILMIC) dive into the complexities of legal malpractice insurance. They discuss the importance of understanding malpractice insurance, the nuances of claims made policies, and the significance of tail coverage, especially for retiring lawyers. The conversation also...

Episode 1: Legal Research and AI with vLex's Damien Riehl 26.02.2025 35:53

In the inaugural episode of the Practice Pulse Podcast, produced by the State Bar of Wisconsin, host Brent Hoeft interviews Damien Riehl from vLex about the transformative impact of AI on legal research. They discuss the evolution of legal research tools, the integration of AI in legal practices, and the potential shift from billable hours to flat fee structures. The conversation highlights the im...