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Throughout his career in “big law” and fintech, guest Abdi Shayesteh struggled with the legal profession’s lack of formal training. “It was sink or swim” with every new challenge, he says. There had to be another way to help associates become better lawyers. Law school may not fully prepare graduates to practice law, and the old apprenticeship model – learning on the job – has fallen apart as new lawyers are expected to produce billable hours from the start, and clients expect to pay for results, not teaching new lawyers. After practicing law for years, Shayesteh founded AltaClaro, an online platform built to train law school graduates how to actually practice law by applying practical skills training in a structured, online environment. Attorneys deserve better, and so do clients. Hear how AltaClaro’s approach combines experiential learning techniques to help attorneys build skills and confidence in a low-risk environment. Lawyers learn, do, and review at their own pace with practice documents, contracts, and clients. Then they go through each exercise with a live, experienced, vetted professional. New attorneys get the skills they need, and firms get the fully trained associates they want. Mentioned in this Episode: Clio Cloud Conference Join The Un-Billable Hour Community Table Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Jeff Felton discusses his expertise in using email marketing to retain existing clients and attract new ones. He warns against a referral-only marketing strategy, advocating instead for a more comprehensive approach. To enhance client relations and build a positive reputation, Jeff proposes using newsletters, regular content creation and capitalizing on trust, generosity, and a human-focused brand strategy. He also underscores the importance of positioning oneself as a thought leader in their respective market. Jeff is an email marketing strategist and copywriter who helps service-based professionals hustle less for leads and build armies of loyal fans. In 10 yrs of marketing experience, Jeff has worked with 40+ brands, written thousands of marketing emails and written hundreds of web pages. Jeff gives listeners actionable tips on: [0:00] Intro [1:50] Building your entire firm on referrals [3:40] Jeff's experience creating his business [4:50] Pushing through valleys of your business [7:40] Repositioning and creating your niche offer [13:15] Where to start your content system [15:30] Why a blog is not a place to assume your clients are spending their time [20:25] Giving away the sauce [24:35] Building trust with your clients [30:30] The ‘attract’ piece of the puzzle [35:35] How to start a conversation around a blog post [40:00] Long term nurturing [42:25] An example of a newsletter campaign [48:10] Leveraging quizzes [49:30] Jeff’s book review [53:30] One big takeaway from this episode Resources mentioned in this episode: Marketing Rebellion by Mark Schaefer Connect with Jeff here: https://www.instagram.com/content.remedy/ https://twitter.com/HeyJeffFelten https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-felten/ http://www.contentremedy.co Connect with me Instagram Pinterest Facebook Twitter Karin on Twitter Karin on LinkedIn Conroy Creative Counsel on Facebook https://conroycreativecounsel.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Professor Tony Ghiotto went from the battlefield to the classroom. He started his legal career in the Air Force Judge Advocate General Corps, and he explains how his career took him from Afghanistan to a law school classroom. Saddled with student debt, and after an unexpected meeting with a JAG representative, Ghiotto found himself in the Air Force. Within his first two weeks as a full member of the JAG, he was in the courtroom trying a case. There were pros and cons. Struggles included feeling overwhelmed and making mistakes early on, but the pros were getting a lot of courtroom experience in a hurry and learning on the job. From practicing law in a tent in Afghanistan to a boardroom in Washington, DC, “It made me grow up and gave me some direction,” Ghiotto says. Thanks to the JAG, he practiced in multiple fields. One of his oddest cases involved a low-flying jet causing a cow to give birth prematurely. His criminal cases ranged from traffic tickets to reviewing wartime procedures and civilian casualties. If you’ve ever considered starting a legal career in the military, this is a don’t-miss episode. (And, bonus, Ghiotto is open to mentoring any young lawyer considering a JAG career. Drop him a note). Stephen C. Dinkel served as the associate producer on this episode of Young Lawyer Rising. Resources: Why Should You Become a JAG Officer? Army JAG Careers Provide Financial Incentives for Those Interested in Foregoing the Traditional Path The Army Judge Advocate General’s Funded Legal Education Program American Bar Association American Bar Association Young Lawyers Division Air Force Judge Advocate General Corps JAG School University of Illinois College of Law Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As we near the end of our environmental law series, we turn to our beloved oceans. The Marine Protection, Research and Sanctuaries Act of 1972 also known as MPRSA, is one of several key environmental laws passed by the US Congress in 1972. The Act regulates the disposition of any material into ocean waters, unless expressly excluded under the MPRSA. In this episode of our Environmental Law series, host Craig Williams is joined by Professor Robin Craig, the Robert C. Packard Trustee Chair in Law from USC Gould School of Law, as they discuss MPRSA, its origin & history, purpose, and impact. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The holiday season is here which often brings fun, parties, stress, and a whole host of emotions. That’s why we are revisiting one of our favorite conversations with Annie Grace on some strategies we can use to rethink our relationship with alcohol. Links from the episode: The Naked Mind by Annie Grace The Alcohol Experiment by Annie Grace If today’s podcast resonates with you and you haven’t read The Small Firm Roadmap Revisited yet, get the first chapter right now for free! Thanks to Posh Virtual Receptionists, NetDocuments & LawPay. for sponsoring this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Donald Trump sought a mistrial in his New York trial based, in part, on our articles being "humorous, irreverent." The GOP frontrunner did not succeed. Ron DeSantis messed with the rights of professors and now has to pick up the tab for their Biglaw lawyers. Or, more accurately, Florida taxpayers will pick up the tab. But that's just the price Floridians have to pay to help their governor finish third in the primaries! We're still waiting to see if more firms join the Milbank pay scale, but in the meantime a host of anonymous naysayers are mouthing off to the press in a pathetic effort to dissuade the market from following suit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Koon v. Walden is still making an impact on opioid prescribing in America, but insurance companies and legislatures are putting higher hurdles in place to limit damages and restrict the patient’s ability to have their day in court. In this update, Johnny Simon and Tim Cronin discuss the impact of the case on prescribing behavior, nationwide medical training, and potential opioid litigation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We know you’ve been anxiously awaiting this episode, and it’s Sharon and Jim’s favorite podcast of the year — Tech Toys for the Holidays! Tune in for their specially crafted wishlist for all the technology enthusiasts in your life. This edition of The Digital Edge will be Sharon and Jim’s final podcast. We are so thankful for their many years of camaraderie, great conversations, and help in keeping us up with the latest in legal tech. Goodbye and happy trails to our dear friends. We wish you the best in years to come! 2023 Tech Toys: Permission Slip by Consumer Reports Weatherman Umbrella Echo 2 Smartpen - Livescribe Pocket Tripod - Wallet-Sized Phone Stand MW08 | Noise Cancelling Wireless Earbuds - Master & Dynamic Surface Arc Mouse - Microsoft Rocketbook Core Reusable Smart Notebook Shokz OpenRun Headphones | REI Co-op Garmin Dash Cam Mini 2 Razer Kiyo Pro Streaming Webcam: Full HD Smart Garage Control | myQ Handheld Portable Clothes Steamer ChatGPT Version 4.0 Flash Drive for iPhone Leather Tech Organizer - Satchel & Page Handheld Digital Microscope Core Meditation Trainer: Meditation Device for Relaxation & Stress Relief Camera Detector C10 Pro – Professional Bug RF Detector, Hidden Camera Finder, Anti Spy Sweeper, GPS Tracker, Listening Device, Cell Phone Scanner Illuminate History With Our Titanic Wreckage Epoxy Resin Art - Etsy Star Trek-Like 'AI Pin' - PCMag Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Most of us get so caught up in our hectic day-to-day world that we forget to appreciate our achievements and the people who bring us joy. So slow down and share a moment with us as we reflect on our greatest gifts and let gratitude be your attitude this week. Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at Heels in the Courtroom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Human beings have told stories about violence and victims from our earliest records. In the nineteenth and twentieth centuries, newspapers and magazines flourished on crime coverage. Hollywood has churned out crime movies and TV shows, based both in fiction and non-fiction. But after the incredible success experienced by the podcast Serial in 2014 and the documentary series Making a Murderer in 2015, a new wave of popular media exploring real cases of potential wrongful convictions burst upon the scene. While Diana Rickard didn’t consider herself a “podcast person,” her interest as an academic was piqued. The criminology professor began listening to Serial, and became fascinated by what she saw as a new expression of the true crime genre, dubbing it the “New True.” “These series deserve our attention for what they reveal about our societal understanding of crime and punishment,” Rickard writes in her book The New True Crime: How the Rise of Serialized Storytelling Is Transforming Innocence. “Through them, audiences are receiving ideological messages about punishment. They are also sites where inequality, power and racism are openly examined, playing a role in our public conversations about who is and is not deserving of punishment and who is and is not protected by law. In addition, by using the term ‘New True,’ I am also suggesting these series indicate a new way of constructing truth itself. Questioning the finality of verdicts, framing facts as in the eye of the beholder, the new series unmoor our faith in what is knowable.” In this episode of the Modern Law Library, Rickard explains how she sees the New True podcasts and documentary series as differing from older media. She and the ABA Journal’s Lee Rawles discuss the differences between crime reporting and this serialized storytelling, and whether the New True series are managing to avoid some of the ethical pitfalls of traditional crime reporting. They also delve into whether debunking things like flawed forensic science or false confessions for the general public may have shifted the way people think about wrongful convictions. Rickard shares what she has heard from legal experts in the innocence community about the benefits—and drawbacks—of cases catching the eyes of New True producers. She also reveals what surprised her most when she researched the Reddit communities that gather to discuss New True cases. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What do we think of using AI in social content creation? It’s complicated. And, the guys share the surefire signs that mean it’s time to drop your digital marketing agency. ______________ With ChatGPT by our side, social media might just have the potential to become more inauthentic than ever. If, that is, you employ AI to generate your content full-time. So… should you? Gyi and Conrad talk through the current state of ChatGPT-aided content creation, explaining how to use it for what it’s worth, while leaving its lame, boring robot side out of your socials. For today’s LHLM question, a listener asks about the value, or lack thereof, in hiring a local celebrity for your marketing scheme. Does it work? Is it fraught with peril? The guys hash it out. Spotty communication? Red flag. No data access? Red flag. Certain indicators really do prove that it's time to oust your digital marketing agency. Things get a little heated as Gyi and Conrad outline a full list of things that just aren’t acceptable, so you’ll know when to give your agency the boot. The News: Google is using click data as a ranking factor, because apparently Google users… like it? Ugh. It's Goog Enough! - Blind Five Year Old The latest announcements from Google are promising personalization: Lily Ray on LinkedIn: New ways to find just what you need on Search New ways to find just what you need on Search - The Keyword Open AI is letting you make your own version of ChatGPT: OpenAI announces platform for making custom ChatGPTs - The Verge Mentioned in this Episode: https://www.reddit.com/r/LawFirmMarketing/ Lunch Hour Legal Marketing Podcast: The Anatomy of an Annual ... Ask a question—get some swag! Leave Us an Apple Review Lunch Hour Legal Marketing now on YouTube Lunch Hour Legal Marketing on TikTok Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Did we ever learn a lot during the once-in-a-generation health event that was COVID! Guest Dr. Bogdan Savych of the Workers Comp Research Institute (WCRI) is a policy analyst who is studying the lasting effects of the illness, as well as lingering cases of Long Covid. What is “Long COVID?” How big is the problem? Is it even real? Is a pandemic an occupational disease? Savych is investigating who should pay and who decides how much a claim is worth. Imagine months, maybe years, of shortness of breath, brain fog, anxiety, and chest pain. The question is whether the workplace is responsible. For Workers’ Comp attorneys representing clients, this becomes an issue of connecting the workplace to the initial infection, then to “Long COVID,” and finally to the worker’s ability or inability to return to work. If you’re confused, this is the place to start. Four years after the onset of COVID, we’re still learning new things and still committed to helping workers recover and get back to their jobs. Mentioned in this Episode: Workers Compensation Research Institute, WCRI “Long COVID in the Workers’ Compensation System in 2020 and 2021,” by Dr. Bogdan Savych Dr. Bogdan Savych's previous appearance on Legal Talk Network Centers For Disease Control And Prevention, CDC, “Long COVID Or Post-COVID Conditions” National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, NIOSH Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Americans owe a combined $1.7 trillion in student loans, and the past few years have been a roller coaster ride. Now that the pandemic forbearance is over, what’s next? You may have your own debts, or you may be helping clients deal with these new pressures. What happens if you or your client can’t make a payment or can’t reallocate finances? Now that the pause is over and the bill collector is coming, what options are available to you and your clients? This episode features attorney Latife Neu, who operates her own law firm specializing in student loans and bankruptcy. Student loan repayment is anything but simple, and the pieces are in constant flux. Loan policy has bounced between the Supreme Court and the White House, and the policies are anything but clear. Talk about student loans, parent plus loans, bankruptcy, the pause-restart-pause rules, and it gets complicated in a hurry. There’s nothing simple about this stew of public and private loan borrowing, forgiveness, and repayment. But we can help you understand the questions to ask and the paths to explore. Join the Litigation Section’s virtual book club on December 12 at 1 PM ET to discuss books and other content focused on personal growth and mental health and wellness! Visit https://www.jotform.com/233055582985163 for more information and to register. RESOURCES: Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) IDR (Income Driven Repayment) Account Adjustment More IDR Account Adjustment information Garnishments and Offset Orders for Student Loans Student Loan Bankruptcy Discharges and Limits (Oh, It’s Complicated) Federal Rules On Discharging Student Loan (Justice Department) IRS Student Loan Forgiveness Rules, IRS.gov American Bar Association Bar Association Litigation Section Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Before killing George Floyd, Officer Devin Chauvin had at least 18 misconduct complaints lodged against him. Despite this history, Chauvin was elevated to training new officers. How could this happen? UCLA Law Professor Joanna Schwartz, author of Shielded: How the Police Became Untouchable, explains how courts have constructed multiple legal barriers to holding police accountable, making it nearly impossible for victims of police misconduct to obtain damages or to seek changes to police department’s practices and policies. In the end, she offers steps to dismantle some of these barriers and improve public safety. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this conversation, Max Gutsche, co-founder of Unifier, a content scaling platform, discusses how his platform uses AI to scale already existing content into different formats, providing a highly efficient way to repurpose knowledge. Contrary to generic AI generators, Max emphasizes the importance of starting with unique and creative knowledge and then using AI tools to spread it across different formats. He notes that investing huge amounts into unproven innovations often leads to failure, drawing an analogy with restaurants that test, refine, and settle on a successful menu. Max also stresses the importance of consistency, failure absorption capacity, and recording unique thoughts for content generation in the ever-evolving AI and marketing landscape. The discussion also covers potential legal issues with AI-generated content and predictions about the use of AI in producing web content. Max gives listeners actionable tips on: [0:00] Intro [2:00] Background of content generation with AI, how it works and benefits for a law firm [5:00] Where does the AI controversy come in [8:35] Downfalls or potential issues with not well done AI content [10:43] What the hallucination is in ChatGPT [12:00] Complications of doing this well [13:40] What other legal issues are at stake [16:25] Where do you see this heading [28:45] Max’s book review [31:25] Emphasizing the idea of failure and how you react [34:25] One big takeaway from this episode Resources mentioned in this episode: How Innovation Works by Matt Ridley Connect with Max here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maximiliangu/ https://www.unifire.ai/ Connect with me Instagram Pinterest Facebook Twitter Karin on Twitter Karin on LinkedIn Conroy Creative Counsel on Facebook https://conroycreativecounsel.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The @theBar podcast is taking a holiday break in November and will return in December with new content. This episode, previously released in July 2021, discusses the conservatorship of Britney Spears, providing insights that complement her new memoir, "The Woman in Me," released after the conservatorship ended in November 2021. ----------- In this edition, Jonathan Amarilio and co-host Jennifer Byrne are joined by California probate attorney Justin Gold to discuss a topic that is sensational, delicate, concerning, and much in the news: the conservatorship of Britney Spears. Justin explains how the conservatorship system is supposed to work, its pros, its cons, and how it – at least according to press accounts – seems to have failed Britney Spears. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The AI hype cycle is pretty much all Dennis and Tom (and everybody else) hears about these days, so what happened to the other “hot” tech we were excited about barely a year ago? After a little digging, the guys find out that other tech does, in fact, still exist! They talk through current happenings in crypto, blockchain, NFTs, the metaverse, and more. And, since AI is still a pretty big deal, they also offer up resources to help listeners keep up with the rapidly changing AI landscape. Later, it kinda feels like every tech podcast is interviewing AI vendors these days, but is this trend just resulting in lame, ultra-redundant content? Dennis and Tom discuss. As always, stay tuned for the parting shots, that one tip, website, or observation that you can use the second the podcast ends. Have a technology question for Dennis and Tom? Call their Tech Question Hotline at 720-441-6820 for the answers to your most burning tech questions. Show Notes - Kennedy-Mighell Report #352 A Segment: Whatever Happened to the Last Game-Changing Technologies in Law How to Talk to an AI - https://www.washingtonpost.com/technology/interactive/2023/how-to-talk-ai-chatbot-chatgpt/ How to Improve Your Company’s Use of AI with a structured approach to prompts: https://hbr.org/2023/11/improve-your-companys-use-of-ai-with-a-structured-approach-to-prompts AI Time to Impact - https://aittention.beehiiv.com/ The Batch - https://www.deeplearning.ai/the-batch/ B Segment: Why are Legal Tech Podcasts only interviewing AI Vendors? Parting Shots: James Keane Memorial Award Nominations are open - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc0LSmgDrMan6OCVtjVkgFqDaFAFMESxgo_E1fg8Q45XuQK9Q/viewform?pli=1 ODISTAR Desktop Vacuum - https://www.amazon.com/ODISTAR-Endurance-Cordless-Rotatable-Keyboard/dp/B07Q128V6W?th=1 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For many years, Sharon Nelson and John Simek have hosted the Digital Detectives podcast to bring practical advice and much needed guidance to help attorneys protect their law firms. In this, their final episode, they finish off with yet another round of current stats on cybersecurity issues and the measures to take to ensure your data’s safety. Sharon and John’s good friend David Ries joins them for this last conversation, where they explain the latest threats and give advice for improving security practices to protect the future of your law firm. Thank you, Sharon and John, for all the time, energy, and dedication you have poured into Digital Detectives. We wish the best for both of you in your retirement! Your parting words to us should be echoed back to you—please take care of yourselves and each other. If you should ever need Sensei’s digital forensics, managed technology and managed cybersecurity services, find them at senseient.com. David G. Ries is Of Counsel in the Pittsburgh PA office of Clark Hill, PLC, where he practices in the firm’s Cybersecurity, Data Protection and Privacy Group. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As lawyers, you constantly assess the risks of your clients, whether in their business practices, court cases, personal relationships, or a multitude of other things. So, managing risk for your clients is what you do, but when was the last time you took a hard look at your own liabilities? Jared welcomes Mark Bassingthwaighte of ALPS Insurance to chat about common risks in modern legal practice. Mark’s approachable take on insurance could help just about anybody understand what they need for their law firm, and he and Jared also talk through current ethics considerations around AI and cybersecurity. Then, in the Rump Roast, Jared tests Mark’s expertise on authentic blunders in a game called “Historic Mistakes.” Did the Titanic sink because of a sleepy watchman? Was Archduke Franz Ferdinand’s assassination the result of a forgotten fancy hat? Listen in to find out. And, lastly, everybody’s rolling out their AI tools/extras/whatever, and pricing for these things is truly all over the place. Jared ponders this issue—as a lawyer, you need to be able to keep up with the other guy, but how much should all this cost you? Mark Bassingthwaighte has been a Risk Manager with ALPS, the nation’s largest direct writer of lawyers’ malpractice insurance, since 1998. ----- Since we talked about mistakes - those lawyers make + historical ones, have a listen to our playlist featuring songs about fucking up. ----- Our opening track is Two Cigarettes by Major Label Interest. Our closing track is Night Whispers by Dr. Delight. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You are leading your law firm, but you can’t do everything. In this episode, Stephanie talks with Cameron Herald about what a second in command looks like and how to find one to help you unlock your next goals for your business. Links from the episode: The Second in Command by Cameron Herold Leadership Training Course If today’s podcast resonates with you and you haven’t read The Small Firm Roadmap Revisited yet, get the first chapter right now for free! Thanks to Posh Virtual Receptionists, NetDocuments & LawPay. for sponsoring this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Personal injury attorney Joshua “Josh” Bonnici left his first job out of law school to launch his own firm. Starting from scratch, just nine months later he hired his first employee and has been growing ever since. Bonnici built on his own love of cycling to focus on bicycle accidents and injuries, helping bicyclists in the bustling city of San Diego. Now he’s known as “The Bike Guy” and stands out in the crowded personal injury field by specializing in an area he’s passionate about. He’s an example of specializing in something you love, and he’s sharing his story with new lawyers just starting out. Bonnici walks us through, step by step, how he took advantage of an available incubator system, learned on the job from a mentor, and built his practice and his reputation. Hear how he got started, networked, built a brand, made himself memorable, and hired an assistant to make himself more productive. Real lessons from real life. Got questions or ideas about solo and small practices? Drop us a line at [email protected] Topics: “Follow your passion” is common advice. But in the case of guest Josua Bonnici, his passion for bicycling helped him stand out in the crowded personal injury field. Hiring your first employee. Why it’s scary and why it’s necessary. How to develop a website and social media presence with a library of videos and testimonials. Resources: California Lawyers Association Thomas Jefferson School of Law San Diego Bar Association Joshua Bonnici previous appearance on Legal Talk Network’s “On The Road” podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's been over a week and no firm has yet to announce that it will match Milbank's latest series of raises. Or, more accurately, cost of living adjustments. Meanwhile, Cravath took the plunge on income partnerships, becoming the latest firm to abandon the time-honored one-tier partnership model. And the turmoil over Nixon Peabody's effort to sneak Donald Trump onboard as a client sparks calls for leadership change. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In Episode Five of Results Don’t Lie, defense experts take the stand. But a few things aren’t adding up, and Tim and Johnny discover missing records that could derail the entire defense. Hear the stunning multi-million dollar verdict, the definitive appeal decision, and the positive impact this case made upon the American medical system. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Legal professionals are not immune to the pull of platforms such as TikTok, Instagram and YouTube Shorts. Some are even using short-form videos to inform clients about their law practice; build their business or brand; or shed light on the culture of BigLaw, crafting short-form video content giving an insider look at the profession. Among them is Alex Su, a former lawyer and head of community development at Ironclad, a contract management software company. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In Part Two of our winning case analysis, Amy Gunn and Liz Lenivy discuss witness prep, damages and dubious defense tactics. Win or lose, big cases can take a toll on attorneys, and Amy candidly shares how she will recharge her resolve and routine after celebrating one of the biggest verdicts in her career. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Experts discuss how legal services contribute to veteran suicide prevention on LSC's “Talk Justice” podcast. The most recent data places the veteran suicide rate at 57% higher than non-veterans. Research indicates that social factors contribute to veterans’ suicide risk. Many of these factors that harm veterans’ mental health relate to civil legal problems that can be addressed with the help of an attorney. For more information on veterans’ legal needs and helpful resources, visit lsc.gov/spotlight-veterans-rights. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode’s discussions around the Community Table: We start with an attorney who wants to create a fair referral compensation policy for his associate, a “grinder” who does everything asked. Recently, through a contact, the associate started bringing in new business. How does a firm set up a referral fee schedule? What’s fair to the associate and the firm? How to create effective, inviting “meet the attorney” videos as a relationship-building step with potential clients. What to include? What topics? How personal? Where do you post them on your website, or do you control when a potential client sees these? When it’s time for a managing attorney or a director of operations, start by understanding the duties of each position and the experiences needed. One position requires a background in law; the other needs experience running a business (that includes facilities management, finance, and the overall operation of your office). Mentioned in This Episode: Robert’s previous appearance on the Community Table “Community Table: Using Vacations to Strengthen Company Culture” WizeHire Legal Recruiting LinkedIn Talent Solutions Join the next Community Table live. What’s on your mind? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you been nervous about saying yes to a virtual assistant? In this episode, Stephanie talks with Raquel Gomes and Demetrio Rico, founders of Stafi, about why a VA may be the missing link for your team’s growth, how to get started with the process, and tips to making the relationship a success. Bonus! Listen to the end to learn about an exclusive discount Stafi is offering Lawyerist’s listeners! Links from the episode: Check out Stafi and reference Lawyerist to claim your discount! If today’s podcast resonates with you and you haven’t read The Small Firm Roadmap Revisited yet, get the first chapter right now for free! About Stafi Stafi is a virtual staffing company that provides highly qualified virtual staff to law firms. They go beyond just providing staff by offering HR support, onboarding, management, and continued education for the staff they assign. They ensure the quality of their professionals through a rigorous vetting and screening process, and address concerns about security and reliability by implementing measures such as background checks, training, and backup plans for power outages. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In August of this year, the Michigan Task Force on Well-Being in the Law released a comprehensive report outlining current recommendations for supporting law student, lawyer, and judicial wellness. JoAnn Hathaway talks with co-chairs of the task force Molly Ranns and Justice Megan Cavanagh about their efforts to address common struggles in the profession, including high rates of depression, anxiety, and substance use. The task force also aims to form an ongoing Commission on Well-Being in the Law which would focus on promoting a healthier culture within all spheres of the profession. Read the full report here: MICHIGAN TASK FORCE ON WELL-BEING IN THE LAW And find more information on the commission at: onecourtofjustice.org Justice Megan K. Cavanagh is an Associate Justice on the Michigan Supreme Court. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

According to the Georgetown Law Library, Art Law can be defined as “the body of law, involving numerous disciplines, that protects, regulates and facilitates the creation, use and marketing of art. Those involved in the practice of art law look to a variety of disciplines, such as intellectual property, contract, constitutional, tort, tax, commercial and international law to protect the interests of their clients.” In this episode, host Craig Williams is joined by guests, attorneys Gabrielle C. Wilson & Yaél M. Weitz from Kaye Spiegler, as they spotlight art law. They will discuss the emerging trend of colonial art restitution, stolen and misappropriated art, and how AI has impacted art and copyright law. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When the Oakland As needed to find a way to compete with the high-dollar salaries of other teams, they focused on new KPIs (getting runners on base) and the ideas in Moneyball were born. In this episode, Stephanie talks with Jeff Krause about how lawyers might take a similar approach with their law firm. Links from the episode: The Compound Effect by Darren Hardy If today’s podcast resonates with you and you haven’t read The Small Firm Roadmap Revisited yet, get the first chapter right now for free! Thanks to Posh Virtual Receptionists, NetDocuments & LawPay. for sponsoring this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For most major law firms, the prospect of representing Donald Trump and stamping the firm's name on his nutty pet arguments is a non-starter. Over at Nixon Peabody, the firm jumped right in, bringing on the former president as a client and filing a brief complete with the zany "Brandenburg means it can't be an insurrection" argument that Trump's been having all his lawyers make. Partners don't seem happy about this turn of events. But, since we recorded, we've learned that firm leadership doesn't really care that partners are concerned. We also discuss Sam Bankman-Fried's absurd courtroom sketch and the aesthetic brilliance of Jane Rosenberg's dark and brooding courtroom sketches. Finally, a number of Biglaw firms sent an open letter castigating law school deans for campus antisemitism. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

An inspired approach and darn good discovery skills led to a big med mal win for our client. In this encore episode, Amy Gunn and Liz Lenivy discuss their pre-trial and courtroom strategies and share some good-to-know facts about medical records in this real-life legal drama episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What would you be thinking if you were on the jury when attorneys tried to blame an upstanding physician for his patient’s opioid addiction? Johnny Simon and Tim Cronin knew they had to find an open-minded jury to consider their side of the story, and jury selection could make or break their case. Tune in for a discussion of their voir dire strategy and opening arguments in this landmark trial. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Like many others, Jon Kung figured law school would be a safe harbor to weather the storms of the Great Recession. But after emerging from the University of Detroit Mercy School of Law in 2011, Kung changed course.Kung, who is non-binary, says the realization the practice of law was not for them hit after they helped the local prosecutor’s office achieve a conviction in a murder trial. They received a full-time job offer with that office, but decided to turn down the job offer and look for other work. Over the next several years, they established themselves in the Detroit culinary scene, hosting secret pop-up dinners and dumpling classes, and honing their take on “Third Culture cuisine.” Kung was born in Los Angeles, and spent their childhood in Hong Kong and Toronto before landing in Michigan for college and law school. Their recipes combine elements of Chinese and North American cuisines and cooking techniques. “This new fusion that I’m referring to as ‘third culture’ takes a more thoughtful approach to the genre,” Kung writes in the introduction to their new cookbook, Kung Food: Chinese American Recipes from a Third-Culture Kitchen. “Third culture embraces each side as equal, drawing from a lived experience that is immersed in both or multiple cultrues, once again taking the mentality of the American culinary renaissance that came around in the 2010s and granting the rest of us the ability to take part in it.” In this episode of the Modern Law Library, Kung discusses their new cookbook with the ABA Journal’s Lee Rawles—who made the Beef & Broccoli Potpie, the Shrimp Paste Dumplings and the Parmesan-Curry Egg Fried Rice from the book—and shares their favorite meal tips for starving law school students. Kung also shares how they went from word-of-mouth pop-ups to social media fame. In 2020, when the pandemic made their pop-up meals impossible and the murder of George Floyd prompted massive protests in their home state, Kung began using their TikTok account @jonkung as a place to find community and share recipes. They quickly began gaining followers, and started being approached to partner with brands on projects like developing recipes based on anime series. Kung shares the story of how they were offered the publishing deal for Kung Food, and what it’s like to be a social media influencer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Where is your law firm headed in the next year? We know you want to improve your business, and here’s how! Later, a good plan relies on good data. Gyi and Conrad discuss the most important KPIs for your firm. ----------- You want growth for your law firm, so what’s your plan? Gyi and Conrad have had too many lawyers tell them, “I don’t know… you tell me!” So, that’s what we’re doing today. The guys break down the key elements of a top-notch annual plan that can be tailored to your particular business objectives. Then, it’s question time! How does ChatGPT/AI affect marketing and SEO? Can you still stand out amongst the crowd? Gyi and Conrad discuss. Don’t forget to send in your questions and get a b-e-a-utiful Lunch Hour trucker hat. And, last but not least, we’re bringing it back to your annual plan, dear lawyers. The guys each share their top 3 KPIs for measuring where you want to go with your law firm. The News: The walls are coming down, folks! MyCase now has an integration with CallRail. Just a heads up—Google’s LSAs have, by and large, dropped from 3 to 2. SEOs, you made a mess of the internet… as usual: Did SEO experts ruin the internet or did Google? - The Verge Congrats to the authors of Tiger Tactics: Powerful Strategies for Winning Law Firms. This book is definitely worth a read. As we mentioned, 50% of people are not comfortable with their lawyers using AI, and Pras of the Fugees is one of them: Fugees' Pras Michel Demands Retrial, Says Lawyer's Use of AI Botched Final Argument. Mentioned in this Episode: Ask a question—get some swag! Leave Us an Apple Review Lunch Hour Legal Marketing now on YouTube Lunch Hour Legal Marketing on TikTok Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The COVID pandemic exposed weaknesses in our public health system and exposed the lack of trust in science and government. The change in the Supreme Court’s interpretation of public health law has been equally startling . . . overturning 100+ years of public protection by granting religious ideology priority over science. Northeastern University Law Professor Wendy Parmet also serves as the Faculty Director of the university's Center for Health Policy and Law and is the author of Constitutional Contagion: Covid, the Courts and Public Health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Let’s talk about international arbitration, an indispensable tool for resolving cross-border conflicts. But first, forget everything you think you know about civil procedure, because home court rules might not apply. In this episode, Dave welcomes guest Aurore Nicaud, an associate with Greenberg Traurig and an international arbitration attorney. Listen in as they discuss how this fascinating field differs from standard U.S. civil practice. Discovery is more limited. There are no depositions. Direct examinations are virtually nonexistent. And when the case is over? Winning is one thing, but enforcement across borders is another, and it depends on which countries are signatories to the New York Convention. When you mix competing legal systems, contracts, and languages, things can get complicated in a hurry. Up for the challenge? Mentioned in this Episode: American Bar Association American Bar Association Litigation Section Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Rob Freund, an advertising and e-commerce attorney based in LA, discusses common legal issues that marketers and content creators come across on social media. He began his independent practice in 2019 after working with Greenberg Traurig, representing various entities including direct-to-consumer brands, marketing and talent agencies and independent creators. He discusses issues like using content found online, copyright disputes and advertising litigation. He advises on the safest way to use music in content creation, reviews and deceptive patterns in advertising, as well as potential pitfalls in social media law. Robert’s gives listeners actionable tips on: [0:00] Intro [1:47] Most common issue you are seeing when people first are contacting him [2:53] Where is the safe spot for people get music for their posts [5:40] Other common issues - regulatory attention on reviews [10:38] How to handle negative reviews [16:26] The best time to ask for positive reviews [18:23] What is our responsibility for the message your guest may proclaim on your platform (podcast etc) [22:15] Understanding website terms [23:24] Using artificial intelligence [25:56] Thinking about your ideal client [28:18] Robert’s book Review [33:35] One big takeaway from this episode Resources mentioned in this episode: Deceptive Patterns by Harry Brignull Connect with Robert here: https://www.instagram.com/robertfreundlaw/ https://twitter.com/RobertFreundLaw https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertfreund/ http://www.robertfreundlaw.com Connect with me Instagram Pinterest Facebook Twitter Karin on Twitter Karin on LinkedIn Conroy Creative Counsel on Facebook https://conroycreativecounsel.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Note-taking is typically a significant part of a lawyer’s life—in meetings, research, client conversations, and more. There are numerous ways to approach this simple task, but is there a *best* way? Dennis and Tom examine several note-taking methods to unearth the most advantageous techniques for your practice. Later, the guys address a listener question on sketchy links and unsubscribe options in emails. Dennis and Tom love answering your queries! To submit your own technology question, call their Tech Question Hotline at 720-441-6820. As always, stay tuned for the parting shots, that one tip, website, or observation that you can use the second the podcast ends. Show Notes - Kennedy-Mighell Report #351 A Segment: Notes, Notes Everywhere…and Not One Note to Use Building a Second Brain The PARA Method B Segment: A Question from a Listener Parting Shots: Elgato Prompter Whole Earth Index Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For this episode of the Robert Half Legal Report, we'll be airing a recent conversation with host, Jamy Sullivan and former host Chad Volkert on his new podcast, Protiviti Legal Perspectives. We hope you enjoy! Today’s Chief Legal Officers are constantly reevaluating their legal ecosystem as the demands on the legal department continue to grow. One area that is gaining special attention in legal department management is legal talent and the important role it plays in accelerating operational efficiencies and effectiveness. In this episode Jamy Sullivan joins Chad Volkert on Protiviti Legal Perspectives podcast to talk about a new legal talent paradigm in legal department optimization. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Zack talks with Stephanie Villinski and Kara Hardin about how lawyers can manage their mental health. They discuss balancing a striver vs. perfectionist mindset, and how lawyers can use self-forgiveness to help manage their stress and anxiety. Links from the episode: Brene Brown Books If today’s podcast resonates with you and you haven’t read The Small Firm Roadmap Revisited yet, get the first chapter right now for free! Thanks to Posh Virtual Receptionists, NetDocuments & LawPay. for sponsoring this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stroock strikes out. -------------- We thought the end might be near for Stroock & Stroock & Lavan when we recorded this episode. We were right. And with that, the Biglaw world moves to exclusively one or fewer ampersands. A senior lawyer tried to pull a prank on an airplane. It ended badly. And we discuss the last time newly elected Speaker of the House Mike Johnson tried to run something. It was a law school and it failed in epic fashion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is your client considering taking out a lawsuit loan to pay medical bills or other expenses? How can these loans impact the case, the settlement or even you as the attorney? We’ll discuss a new Missouri law that offers guidance on the issue and re-learn the proper use of the word “champerty.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There are always two sides to the story, and in Koon v Walden, the other side came on strong. In this episode of Results Don’t Lie, Johnny Simon and Tim Cronin challenge defense experts during deposition with the “dirt” they uncovered in their research. You’ll also learn how specialized focus groups helped test and refine the plaintiff’s case before trial. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In recognition of Pro Bono Week, experts discuss new developments in legal aid pro bono engagements on LSC's Talk Justice. The conversation highlights the JPMorgan Chase Pro Bono Fellowship and partnership with Northeast New Jersey Legal Services, as well as a look at the past decade of LSC’s Pro Bono Innovation Fund. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mentorships can be very impactful in the lives of attorneys, leading to better lawyering and stronger law firms. As a profession, there is so much we can do to develop and encourage mentorships, and the October Texas Bar Journal examines this subject in detail. Rocky Dhir welcomes article authors Nikki Chargois-Allen, Denise Paul, and Regan Boyce to discuss their thoughts on mentor-mentee relationships and setting up mentoring programs for young lawyers. For real-life perspectives from a mentor-mentee pair, check out Nikki and Denise’s article: In Their Own Words: How To Be a Good Mentor and A Good Mentee. And, for more on ways to create mentoring programs, read Regan’s article: Set For Success: How To Set Up a Firm Mentoring Program for Young Attorneys Nikki Chargois-Allen is a partner with the law firm of Davidson, Troilo, Ream & Garza in San Antonio. Denise Paul is regional legal counsel to Jungheinrich, one of the world’s largest suppliers of industrial trucks. Regan Boyce is a partner in Chamblee Ryan in Dallas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Thiago de Carvalho joins me to talk about designing your marketing materials that speak to your ideal client. Thiago de Carvalho is an award-winning creative specialist with over 20+ years of experience leading user experiences and visual engagement campaigns on the publisher, agency, and client sides. He has delivered major marketing campaigns for brands like Coca-Cola, Samsung, and Red Bull by translating business needs into effective design solutions. After successfully exiting both a digital agency and an advertising publication he founded, he launched Deer Designer - a premium on-demand design service that helps anyone in need of design work by giving them a professional team to do all their design work for a flat monthly fee. Thiago gives listeners actionable tips on: [0:00] Intro [1:10] Why DIY design always work [6:50] The difference between DIY and a design team [9:50] Learning from failure and the importance of revisions [14:15] Handling when clients ask for a revision you may not agree with [19:55] How does focusing your design on your client and your process of work happen [22:35] What can erode trust with a client [24:50] Example of design gone wrong [29:15] The misconception of more is better, especially with writing [34:50] Thiago’s book review [39:50] One big takeaway from this episode Resources mentioned in this episode: Buy Back Your Time by Dan Martell Connect with Thiago here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellekop/ https://level28media.com/ Connect with me Instagram Pinterest Facebook Twitter Karin on Twitter Karin on LinkedIn Conroy Creative Counsel on Facebook https://conroycreativecounsel.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After 13 years and 170 episodes, Asked and Answered host Stephanie Francis Ward is hanging up her headphones and switching off her mic. Asked and Answered, the ABA Journal’s first and longest-running podcast, is ending its run—at least for now. In this final episode, Ward discusses her podcast tenure with the Journal’s Lee Rawles. Ward recently accepted a new position within the ABA Journal as an assistant managing editor after a long reporting career covering legal education and general legal affairs. They chat about the podcast’s humble beginnings with an episode about alternative billing released on April 5, 2010, and the changes Ward has observed in the legal community over that time period. A major shift Ward identifies is an increasing willingness to talk about mental health struggles and work-life balance. There has also been a sea change in attitudes towards remote work, accelerated by the Covid-19 pandemic. Ward and Rawles—host of the Modern Law Library, another Journal podcast—discuss the rapid pivot they had to make when the pandemic shut down the ABA offices and podcasts had to be recorded at their homes instead of a media room. They discuss some of their favorite episodes from the past 13 years, and which topics feel dated—like “How Can Attorneys Use Google+ to Generate Business“—versus more timeless issues lawyers face. One evergreen Asked and Answered topic Ward returned to in several episodes was helping lawyers navigate social anxiety in business and rainmaking situations, and Ward shares some of her favorite tips she’s gleaned from guests. Finally, Ward thanks the listeners who’ve accompanied her on this journey and urges them to stay in touch with legal tips and pitches. The Journal’s other two podcasts, the Legal Rebels Podcast and the Modern Law Library, will continue to be released on their normal schedules. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

TECHSHOW will be here before we know it, and there’s no time like the present to get your tickets! To get an idea of what attendees can expect, Jim Calloway and Sharon Nelson talk with co-chairs Cynthia Thomas and Sofia Lingos about the 2024 conference theme and special events. TECHSHOW is for anyone and everyone in the world of legal—lawyers, students, judges, paralegals, tech innovators, and more! To learn more and reserve your spot, go to: https://www.techshow.com. Cynthia Thomas is the proprietor of PLMC & Associates, a consultancy firm specializing in law firm management. Sofia Lingos is the founding and managing attorney of Trident Legal, a Boston based law firm that provides innovative transactional legal services Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices