The Lean Law Firm Podcast

Larry and Dave argue about marketing philosophies… is the best way to sell things to stop “selling?”

Dave sits down with Lindsey Corbin, the founder of delegate.legal, a virtual, 100% women-run legal support services firm that formed during the pandemic to talk about the “democratization” of the legal industry and how cataclysmic events sometimes bring opportunity.

Remember RoboCop?  Yeah, he was cool.  In this first installment of our new “3 Tech Tips” series, we show you how to beat stress with 3 High Tech Devices — The Oura Ring, the Apollo Neuro, and the Muse Headset. 

Larry and Dave are joined by Jonathan Pyle, creator of Docassemble (docassemble.org). Docassemble is a free, open-source software designed to assist with creating guided interviews and document assembly. Learn how to get started with the software and make your business run smoother with a few clicks.

Dave and Larry chat with Chris Heivly, author of ‘Build a Fort’. Rekindling the spark of confidence we had as children can be difficult, but is necessary in order to execute your goals. Tap into your inner ten year old and go out and do the thing that you know you want to. Take risks, step out of your comfort zone, and accomplish what others are too afraid to do.

How can you protect your law firm from online attacks? Dave and Larry chat with Gary Moore and Rick Krenmayer from Stasmayer Incorporated about ransomware and cybersecurity and what you can do to stay safe. From common mistakes to examples of recent attacks, Gary and Rick share their knowledge of this dangerous and ever-present risk to your private information. You won’t want to miss this informative episode.

Most people would jump at the chance to work less, while still bringing home the same paycheck. A recent study shows that working less might even be beneficial for a company. But is it really? Dave and Larry discuss what jobs might see an uptick in performance, and which ones this might actually be a detriment to. You won’t want to miss this engaging episode!

How many decisions do you make in a day? This week, Dave and Larry chat about how people can persuade others to make choices in their favor. Negotiations come both discretely and overtly: Learn how to use these tools and also learn to identify when they are being used on you!

This week, Larry and Dave are joined by Ali Awad, also known as the CEO Lawyer. Ali speaks a wide variety of languages and has utilized these linguistic skills to communicate to a plethora of clients. From humble beginnings to incredible successes, Ali has made a name for himself in the industry and in the world of social media. With so much to talk about, this won’t be the last time we hear from Ali!

Larry and Dave return with special guest Dr. Keith Schellenberger. Keith is a certified Lean Six Sigma (LSS) Master Black Belt (MBB) with over 25 years of experience in successfully leading strategic process improvements in large global organizations. Sit tight for an in-depth discussion about Keith’s journey to his current position and how Lean Six Sigma is impacting the industry.

Larry and Dave return to the show to talk about how to reduce errors and cycle time using software, including Microsoft 365, TextExpander, and Documate. Discover how these powerful tools can help speed up your work, make you more effective, and help you get a leg up on the competition!

Larry and Dave chat with Chris Clearfield, author of Meltdown: Why Our Systems Fail and What We Can Do About It. Chris is also the founder of System Logic, a boutique research and consulting firm that frequently works with lawyers and other legal professionals. Listen as Chris and our hosts talk extensively about goals, including how to properly create them so you don’t set yourself up for failure. You won’t want to miss this! GREAT NEWS! The Lean Law Firm is now available as an audiobook from Audible! Click here to listen to today.

This week, Dave and Larry discuss the ‘waste’ law firms build up, and how to change it into something profitable. Learn how to shorten your cycle time to exponentially increase your profits. You’ll discover several ways to do this in this week’s episode! GREAT NEWS! The Lean Law Firm is now available as an audiobook from Audible! Click here to listen to today.

Larry and Dave chat with Julia Shapiro, CEO and founder of Hire an Esquire. This online service helps law firms connect with an on-demand workforce, making it ideal in the current remote world. Ultra-vetted and verified, this service can quickly and efficiently link up law firms and legal departments to qualified freelance attorneys and paralegals. For those looking to simplify their legal staffing, you won’t want to miss this episode!

Larry and Dave talk with David Notowitz, the founder and president of the National Center for Audio and Video Forensics (NCAVF). David discusses how NCAVF helps attorneys, what makes his business successful, and what he has practiced to get it to where it is today. Larry and Dave also chime in with their own advice, creating a Lean Law Firm business incubator.

This week, Larry and Dave talk about how to drive success from failure. If you’re not making mistakes, are you actually progressing or are you just staying in place? Discover how value can be gained from embracing mistakes in this engaging episode!

This week, Larry and Dave talk with Matthew Homann, a former lawyer and founder and CEO of Filament idea lab in St. Louis, Missouri. An accomplished keynote speaker and creative facilitator, Matt talks about creating innovative ideas during COVID. Often times we assume that everyone else has the same ideas what we do, but that is far from the case: There are hundreds of good ideas in any given group. It’s learning how to get those good ideas to the surface that can change the game.

This week, Larry and Dave explore the world of social media marketing with special guest Frank Ramos. As the managing partner at Clarke Silverglate, Frank is also a well-renowned author, speaker, and host of DRI’s A Conversation With… podcast. Frank discusses how he uses Linkedin to create engagement with his audience that can translate into connections for his business. Detailing the methods that he uses and what it takes to reach success, Frank opens new doors for those looking to get into the social media scene.

Larry and Dave interview Chris Clearfield, founder of System Logic and co-author of the book MELTDOWN: Why Our Systems Fail and What We Can Do About It. Chris discusses how failure might come about, and how it can be avoided. Learn tips on how to cut through complexity and refine your business.

This week, Larry Port and Dave Maxfield talk with Allison Shields Johs and Dan Siegel about their book: How to Do More in Less Time: The Complete Guide to Increasing Your Productivity and Improving Your Bottom Line. What on your to-do list can be cut down? What’s urgent, and what’s important? Allison and Dan discuss these ideas and more to help individuals get a better idea of their schedules and complete what is essential in a fraction of the time.