What San Juan's Coal Power Plant Closure Means For The Future Of Energy & The Navajo Nation Legal Talk Network

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Determining which legal technology is best for your law firm can seem like a daunting task, so Legaltech Hub does the hard work for you! In another edition of Fresh Voices, Dennis and Tom talk with Nikki Shaver, CEO at Legaltech Hub, about her in-depth knowledge of technology and AI trends. Nikki shares what effective tech strategies should look like for attorneys and recommends innovative tools for maintaining best practices in modern law firms. Learn more at legaltechnologyhub.com . 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: poe.com Perplexity Voice Assistant Zoom Transcripts partnered with AI Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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#560: Stop Doing Everything Yourself! Unlock Your Law Firm's True Potential with Leticia DeSuze 36:56

4 дні тому36:56

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Feeling like you're the only one holding everything together in your law firm? You're not alone. This episode dives into a crucial aspect of firm growth that often gets overlooked: leadership. Zack kicks things off with an inspiring reminder about the power of stepping outside your comfort zone – something just as vital for you as a legal professional looking to build a truly sustainable practice. Get ready to explore why developing strong leadership isn't just for CEOs; it's the key to breaking free from feeling constantly overwhelmed. Then, Zack sits down with Lawyerist coach Leticia DeSuze, who brings a wealth of real-world experience guiding law firms just like yours. Leticia gets straight to the heart of the matter: how the very success you've achieved can sometimes highlight underlying leadership gaps, turning you into the ultimate bottleneck. You'll hear practical insights on how to shift gears from simply practicing law to intentionally building a team that can take ownership and drive results, ultimately freeing up your time and energy for what truly matters. Ready to take control and build a more efficient and less personally draining law firm? Tune in to discover actionable strategies for effective delegation, setting crystal-clear expectations for your team, and implementing KPIs that empower everyone to take responsibility. This episode offers a roadmap for moving beyond the daily grind and cultivating a thriving team practice where you empower them to carry the load. Listen to our other episodes with Leticia DeSuze: #491: Crafting Your Purpose-Driven Leadership Vision, with Leticia DeSuze Apple Podcast | Spotify | Lawyerist #520: The Truth About Lawyer Self-Care: Prioritize or Suffer Apple Podcast | Spotify | Lawyerist #464: Unpacking the Power of Self-Accountability in Coaching, with Leticia DeSuze Apple Podcast | Spotify | Lawyerist Have thoughts about today’s episode? Join the conversation on LinkedIn , Facebook , Instagram , and X ! 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! Looking for help beyond the book? See if our coaching community is right for you. Access more resources from Lawyerist at lawyerist.com . Chapters/Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction: Embracing the "Positive Struggle" 04:05 - The Leadership Skills Gap: From Lawyer to Leader 07:10 - Breaking the Bottleneck: Delegation and Mindset Shifts 10:46 - Beyond Hiring: Developing Leaders at Every Level 21:40 - Client Service vs. Efficiency: Finding the Right Balance 28:58 - Redefining Leadership: Structure, Ownership, and Trust 31:07 - Recognizing Individual Motivators, Final Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Revisiting Texas' Mental Health Court Programs 34:41

4 дні тому34:41

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In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, we're revisiting this powerful conversation about how Texas courts are addressing mental health challenges through reform and rehabilitation. Should our criminal courts exist to punish or reform those who have broken the law? Rocky Dhir talks with Judge Brent Carr about his years of service in the Tarrant County Mental Health Court and the broader efforts across Texas to support people with mental illness in the justice system. They explore programs tackling issues from sex trafficking to drug offenses, veterans’ cases, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Bold Strategy Biglaw, Let's See If It Pays Off 35:44

5 днів тому35:44

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What if we just act like nothing happened? ----- Biglaw firms who gave in to Trump suffered a scathing 60 Minutes piece and key talent defections , so they've decided upon a new tactic: pretending they never made a deal at all ! It does not appear to be working. Meanwhile, Justice David Souter died reminding everyone of an era when the federal judiciary cared more about the right answer than appeasing political patrons. Unfortunately, Souter's nomination inadvertently triggered that change . And we have a Biglaw merging in the offing that hopes to create a new $2B firm . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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To buy or not to buy? For Cleary Gottlieb, acquiring an AI company was a no-brainer 39:27

5 днів тому39:27

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Law firms acquire or merge with one another all the time. But when it comes to technology companies, firms usually keep it in-house or enter into a partnership with an outside vendor. They rarely go ahead and just buy a tech company. So when Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton announced in March that it had acquired artificial intelligence products developers Springbok AI, it made headlines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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EP 610- Baby Formula Victory with Jake Plattenberger 34:02

5 днів тому34:02

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This groundbreaking litigation about defective baby formula causing catastrophic necrotizing enterocolitis in premature newborns pits marketing against medicine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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#559: The Imitation Trap: Lessons from 15 Years of Top Law Firm Websites , with Conroy Creative Counsel (Sponsored) 18:29

6 днів тому18:29

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In this conversation, Karin Conroy, a legal marketing strategist, discusses the evolution of law firm websites and the importance of unique branding in legal marketing. She emphasizes the pitfalls of copying competitors and the need for firms to develop their own unique selling propositions. The discussion also touches on the significance of being first to market and avoiding shortcuts in marketing strategies. Karin provides insights into how firms can differentiate themselves and succeed in a competitive landscape. Links from the episode: www.conroycreativecounsel.com https://conroycreativecounsel.com/blw/ Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Legal Marketing and Website Contest 02:59 The Evolution of Law Firm Websites 06:01 The Pitfalls of Copying Competitors 08:54 The Importance of Unique Branding 12:05 Strategies for Being First to Market 14:52 Conclusion and Resources for Legal Marketing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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When Private Businesses Partner for Pro Bono Good: Koch and Kansas 26:22

6 днів тому26:22

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Guests from a Kansas pro bono partnership discuss how private businesses and in-house attorneys can support legal aid initiatives in their communities on Talk Justice. In 2017, Koch was interested in making pro bono work an official part of the company, but learned that Kansas rules did not allow in-house attorneys who are licensed by outside states to provide local pro bono services. Koch worked with KLS to get the rule changed, demonstrating that the demand for free legal help greatly exceeded the supply of legal aid lawyers. Ever since, Koch attorneys have engaged in an ongoing partnership with KLS to provide pro bono expungement and driver’s license restoration clinics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Community Table: The Five Commandments of Law Firm Marketing 31:57

6 днів тому31:57

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In this episode’s discussions around the Community Table: Grappling with a marketing refresh? Start with understanding you are an experiment of one. Asking someone else what’s working for them is a doorway to blind alleys. There is nobody just like you, so explore all options, ask yourself what you want to get out of it. You can’t copy what someone else does. Learn and live “The Five Commandments of Marketing.” Have a call to action, know what you want to get back for the marketing spend, evaluate your results, learn from the outcome, and commit to the full process (don’t skip a step). Hiring a marketing agency is tricky. Manage the agency. Don’t let them take over. Hold them accountable with weekly meetings and reports. Make sure the agency has worked in your field and knows your market. Understand where your money is going, what amount of your spend buys marketing and what pays the agency. Mentioned in This Episode: Cliocon 2025 Seth Godin Legal Marketing Blog Seth Godin previous appearance on Legal Talk Network’s “New Solo” podcast, “What New Solos Can Learn From Han Solo” Ask us anything for the Community Table. Leave us a question online Join the next Community Table live. What’s on your mind? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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A New Study on Lawyer Mental Health and Wellbeing 30:55

7 днів тому30:55

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After the ABA’s 2016 study of mental health and substance use disorders among lawyers, it became well known that lawyers face particular challenges concerning addiction and wellbeing and that there were often barriers to recovery. Now, nearly 10 years later, where do we stand? Molly Ranns welcomes Patrick Krill, a lawyer, counselor, and researcher, to learn about his current research which will follow up on the 2016 ABA study. They discuss aspects of wellbeing that have improved in recent years and later dig into the areas where trends show continued struggle throughout the profession. Learn more: What's New with Mental Health and Well-Being in the Legal Profession: Progress, But More Needs to Be Done Patrick Krill - Krill Strategies Patrick Krill is the founder of Krill Strategies, a behavioral health consulting firm exclusively for the legal profession. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Rethinking Legal Fees for a Modern, Value-Based Practice 35:26

10 днів тому35:26

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Modern law practice needs a modern billing approach. Learn tactics for the successful transition from hourly billing to flat and alternative fees with Scott Leigh of AltFee, the 2024 ABA Techshow Startup Alley winner. Mathew Kerbis talked with Scott at Techshow 2025 about the evolution of fee structures alongside technology advances and what lawyers should be thinking about to align their services with competitive pricing. They discuss how modernized fees can increase efficiency and profitability while offering transparent pricing for your clients. Scott Leigh is co-founder and CEO at AltFee. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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SCOTUS & the Separation of Church and State 43:35

10 днів тому43:35

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The First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution reads ‘Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion. In 1802, founding father Thomas Jefferson, wrote a letter to the Danbury, Connecticut Baptist Convention insisting that their legislature "make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof," thus building a wall of separation between church and state. On April 30th, 2025, SCOTUS heard arguments in the consolidated cases of St. Isidore of Seville Catholic Virtual School v. Drummond and Oklahoma Statewide Charter School Board v. Drummond which could redefine the fine line between religion and government in public education. In this episode, Craig is joined by Frank Ravitch, professor of law & religion at Michigan State University's College of Law. Together, Craig and Professor Ravitch delve into the significant legal topic of SCOTUS and the separation of church and state. Their discussion encompasses the details of these cases, Chief Justice Roberts' prior involvement in similar matters, the complex question of whether faith-based schools should be part of the public charter system, the importance of safeguarding religious freedom, and the potential ramifications of this forthcoming landmark decision. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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How This New Lawyer Branded Her Firm With Aloha and Built a Happy Practice | First Flight #4 44:24

11 днів тому44:24

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Can your law firm be both professional and personal? In this episode, host Adriana Linares revisits her conversation with Cassandra Koeing, a solo family lawyer who launched Aloha Divorce straight out of school and found success by leaning into her personality and values. From creating a business plan with heart to growing a referral network through community events and Instagram, Cassandra shares how authenticity helped her attract the right clients. Plus, Adriana Linares and Rio Laine from ALPS Insurance break down how choosing the right tech, building good habits, and learning when to say no can keep your practice and your peace of mind on track from day one. Here the original episode with Cassandra Koeing Learn more about ALPS Insurance Receive email notifications every time we release a new episode Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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From Classroom to Social Media to Cruise Ship? New Ways to Learn. 49:34

11 днів тому49:34

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Guest Linda McGrath-Cruz worked as a paralegal professional in private practice and in-house (including Royal Caribbean) for 28 years, and she’s a leader for the Paralegal Navigating Perilous Waters cruise, a CLE paralegal conference that takes place on a cruise ship (how cool is that?). She is currently the program coordinator and a full-time faculty member in the paralegal program at St. Johns River State College in Florida, a hands-on, real-life program that helps students get jobs and then get the job done. She is also the founder and leader of the social media program Perfectly Paralegal, a community that offers resources, support, and continuing education to paralegal professionals nationwide. We all need NALA continuing ed credits, but why not make it a family vacation on a cruise ship? Courses on the Perilous Waters cruise are arranged to provide both credits but also leave time for networking, sharing tips, and having fun. Make it a family trip, a friends group outing, or a company event. Learn while you sail. Whether it’s in the classroom or on the high seas, McGrath-Cruz is dedicated to sharing what she’s learned with practical teachings that make you better and advance your career. Get excited and get involved. Mentioned in This Episode: Paralegals Navigating Perilous Waters Cruise, March 6, 2026 St. Johns River State College Paralegal Program NALA, The Paralegal Association NALA CP exams NALA Conference & Expo 2025 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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#558: The Wealthy Lawyer: Practical Financial Strategies for Legal Professionals with Darren Wurz 41:51

11 днів тому41:51