That One Lawyer™ Podcast

What does it really take to build a successful law practice without losing yourself in the process? In this episode of That One Lawyer™ Podcast , Neal Goldstein sits down with attorney and author Steve Eichenblatt to talk about law firm growth, empathy-driven advocacy, and how personal adversity can become a force multiplier rather than a liability. Steve shares how growing up without stability sh...

The truth is… law school never taught lawyers how to build real client relationships in high-volume practices. In this episode of That One Lawyer™ Podcast , attorney and law firm leader Brian Mittman joins Neal Goldstein for an honest conversation about what it actually takes to build trust, loyalty, and long-term success as a lawyer. Brian is the managing partner of Markoff and Mittman , widely k...

Law school teaches you how to analyze cases. It rarely teaches you how to build trust, lead with empathy, or stay authentic in a profession that often rewards toughness over humanity. In this episode of That One Lawyer™ Podcast , host Neal Goldstein sits down with corporate attorney Lani Medina to talk about what it really means to succeed in law without losing yourself along the way. Lani's path...

In this episode, Neal Goldstein sits down with trial lawyer and author Chris Earley for an honest conversation about what it means to be real in the legal profession. Chris talks openly about authenticity, vulnerability, and why lawyers do better when they stop performing and start connecting. Chris shares how he built a practice rooted in clarity, communication, and trust. He talks about the part...

This episode is different. No guest and no script. Just Neal speaking honestly about the last few weeks and the moments that forced him to slow down and look at his life with clarity. He talks about the people who shaped him when he was drifting, the social worker who helped redirect his path, the professors who believed in him, and the clients who gave him a career he never imagined. He reflects...

"I didn't feel like I had a purpose. I didn't feel rooted. But once I asked myself, 'What do you actually want to do?' everything changed." – Felicia Williams On this episode of That One Lawyer™ Podcast , Neal Goldstein sits down with Felicia Williams , attorney, advocate, and first-generation law graduate, for a raw and powerful conversation about identity, confidence, and finding your purpose as...

Creators need real lawyers who understand brand deals, disclosures, usage rights, and likeness. In this episode of That One Lawyer™ Podcast , Neal Goldstein sits down with Frank Poe of POE LAW PLLC to break down the creator economy from a lawyer's perspective. We cover influencer contracts, FTC endorsement disclosures, usage rights and licensing, right of publicity, NIL deals, UGC and whitelisting...

"You can't fix what you won't measure." – Harlan Schillinger In this episode of That One Lawyer™ Podcast , host Neal Goldstein sits down with Harlan Schillinger , often called the Godfather of Legal Advertising . For nearly five decades, Harlan has shaped the evolution of legal marketing, pioneering attorney television ads, developing Lead Docket , and helping over 130 firms build brands based on...

"Stop selling. Start serving." That's the message from Bob Burg , bestselling co-author of The Go-Giver , whose philosophy has transformed how professionals across industries — including lawyers — think about success. In this powerful conversation with Neal Goldstein on That One Lawyer™ Podcast , Bob shares how generosity, authenticity, and relationships drive true business growth — and why giving...

What does it really take to build a successful law firm when you start with nothing but faith and a laptop? In this powerful episode of That One Lawyer™ Podcast, Neal Goldstein sits down with Cortney Walters, founder of The Walters Law Firm, to talk about her journey from first-generation law student to respected South Florida attorney. Cortney shares how she built her firm from the ground up — st...

What happens when a lawyer decides that bigger isn't always better? On this episode of That One Lawyer™ Podcast, Neal Goldstein sits down with Don McClure — a Houston attorney, former police officer, and community leader — who's spent the last 30 years proving that success in law doesn't have to come at the cost of integrity, family, or peace of mind. Don and his wife, Edith, have built a practice...

What if law school prepared you for everything except real life ? In this powerful episode of That One Lawyer™ Podcast , host Neal Goldstein sits down with Xavier Prescod — a first-generation lawyer who's rewriting what success looks like in the legal profession. Born to immigrant parents from St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Xavier grew up watching his mom work as a home health aide and his dad bu...

On this episode of  That One Lawyer™ Podcast , Neal Goldstein sits down with Ben Glass , attorney, author, and founder of Great Legal Marketing, to address the issue that too many lawyers face but few openly talk about: burnout . From long hours to endless client demands, lawyers often find themselves running on empty. Ben argues that burnout isn't just a personal problem — it impacts the quality...

"It's not more work. You have to start thinking differently. Because once you start thinking differently, the work yields different results." – Kara Vaval On this episode of That One Lawyer Podcast, Neal Goldstein sits down with Kara Vaval, attorney, entrepreneur, speaker, and author, to unpack one of the most important lessons lawyers need to learn: success in law isn't about grinding harder, it'...

At The McCraw Law Group, compassion and integrity aren't just words on a wall. They're the foundation of how Lin McCraw has built a values-driven law firm that gets results for real people. In this episode of That One Lawyer™ Podcast, Neal Goldstein sits down with Lin McCraw to explore how filtering every decision through core values — compassion for clients and integrity in every interaction — cr...

Starting a law career later in life doesn't mean you're behind — it can mean you're better prepared. In this episode of That One Lawyer™ Podcast , host Neal Goldstein talks with Christopher Nicolaysen , co-founder of Springs Law Group in Colorado Springs, about his unconventional path into law, building a practice around authenticity, and how young and solo attorneys can grow without burning out....

Stephanie Rodriguez-Ruiz isn't just a personal injury lawyer — she's a former high school dropout with a felony record who went on to become a civil rights attorney, nonprofit leader, and fierce advocate for teens and marginalized communities. In this episode of That One Lawyer™ Podcast, Neal Goldstein sits down with Stephanie to unpack her unbelievable journey to the courtroom, how 12 years as a...

What if burnout wasn't a failure — but a sign you're ready to grow? In this episode of That One Lawyer™ Podcast , Neal Goldstein interviews Bryan Kramer — TED speaker, best-selling author, and marketing expert — on what it means to stop performing and start living. From burnout to balance, Bryan shares the mindset shift that changed everything. Watch full video HERE 👉 Topics We Cover: Identity be...

What does it really take to go from heartbreak and grief to passing the bar exam and building a law career — all while starting over at age 50? In this episode of That One Lawyer™ Podcast , Neal Goldstein sits down with attorney Gretchen Nicolaysen , whose inspiring story proves that it is never too late to reinvent yourself. From her early struggles as a teenager to her bold decision to pursue la...

What if the defining case of your career was born from tragedy and changed everything? Michael Barasch never planned to be a lawyer. But unexpected turns, relentless advocacy, and a deep personal connection to his clients turned him into one of the most recognized voices for both 9/11 first responders and civilian survivors. As managing partner of Barasch & McGarry , Michael and his team have help...

What if the key to standing out as a lawyer is not in your rates, your referrals, or your résumé... but in how you make people feel? In this episode of That One Lawyer™ Podcast , host Neal Goldstein interviews Chris Schembra , Wall Street Journal best-selling author of Gratitude and Pasta and Gratitude Through Hard Times , and founder of the 7:47 Gratitude Experience™ . Chris shares how lawyers ca...

What if everything you were told about growing a successful law firm was wrong? In this episode of That One Lawyer™ Podcast , host Neal Goldstein sits down with John Fisher — a nationally recognized personal injury attorney, bestselling author of The Power of a System , and the founder of a  referral-only law firm — to reveal the exact strategies that helped him build an empire by doing the opposi...

What happens when a Latina lawyer builds a brand that's unapologetically bold, wildly authentic, and nothing like the firm next door? You get Heather Reese. In this episode of That One Lawyer™ Podcast , we're sitting down with Heather, a personal injury lawyer, fashion-forward disruptor, and advocate for doing law your own way. Heather is not here to fit in. She is here to change the game. Heather...

Description: Benny Gold never planned to start a movement. He just wanted lawyers to feel less alone. What began as a storytelling project turned into Lawyer Stories, a global platform with over 50,000 followers that connects lawyers and law students through honest, human stories. In this episode, Benny shares how storytelling became the foundation of a thriving legal brand and why sharing your tr...

Mitch Jackson is proof that technology does not have to replace human connection. It can enhance it. In this first episode of That One Lawyer™ Podcast, Mitch shares how he has stayed ahead of the curve by embracing emerging tools like AI while staying grounded in the core values that matter most: trust, empathy, and real client relationships. Whether you are a new lawyer, a solo practitioner, or a...