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Fresh Voices on Legal Tech with Jason Tashea, Georgetown's Judicial Innovation Fellowship Founding Director
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47:00Courts matter, and the rule of law is essential to the success of our judicial system. However, collectively, we often do not fully understand the impact of courts on the wellbeing of society. In a wide-ranging discussion, Dennis and Tom talk with Jason Tashea about his perspectives on legal technology and its current impacts in the legal field, pa…
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This Harvard Law prof thinks constitutional theory is a terrible way to pick a judge
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40:28What if we are asking the wrong questions when selecting American judges? Mark Tushnet thinks our current criteria might be off. “We should look for judges who are likely to display good judgment in their rulings … and we shouldn’t care whether they have a good theory about how to interpret the Constitution as a whole—and maybe we should worry a bi…
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Workers’ Compensation Claims and Safety for Remote Employees
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20:54Expert Service Provider Janine McCartney from HHC Safety Engineering Services and HHC Safety Consulting Services, Corporation discusses workers’ compensation claims related to employees working from home. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesAv Legal Talk Network
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Expert Diversity—It’s About Winning Cases
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38:08Berkeley Research Group (BRG) is a Premier Sponsor of the ABA Litigation Section. On this Litigation Radio episode, we will hear from Deepa Sundararaman, Director with BRG, about diversity in experts. The selection of BRG as the subject of this interview should not be construed as an endorsement by the American Bar Association of BRG and its servic…
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Why Your Legal Arguments Fail (And How to Fix Them) with Jefferson Fisher
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39:06We can probably all think of a moment (or many) when we struggled with natural, constructive communication with those around us. But, how do we learn from those difficult and/or awkward moments and successfully convey our views? Rocky Dhir talks with Jefferson Fisher about his tips for becoming a more effective verbal communicator. Jefferson shares…
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#549: A Journey into Video Marketing, with Temi Siyanbade
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41:11In this conversation, Temi Siyanbade, founder of TOS Legal, discusses the importance of video marketing for legal professionals. She shares her journey into using video to connect with clients and build her brand, emphasizing the need to overcome the fear of being on camera. Temi explains how video can enhance legal marketing by building rapport wi…
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Diddy Lawyer Decides He Gotta Move On
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36:16And the new USNWR rankings are dealing with some crazy data. ----- We're not saying Diddy is an unsavory client, but we are saying Osama bin Laden's lawyer just noped out of continuing to represent him. We also got some limited insight into the US News rankings and there's some potential tumult at the top. And Judge Reyes had to blow up a hapless D…
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EP 605- Building Your Punitive Damages Case Part Three
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32:41In our continuing series on punitive damages, we explore the value of post-incident conduct and discuss powerful ways to frame your case. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesAv Legal Talk Network
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A Conversation with Cook County State’s Attorney Justice Eileen O'Neill Burke
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59:15A surefire place to learn the ins and outs of being a trial attorney is at the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office. The CCSAO prosecutes tens of thousands of cases each year and is deeply committed to the pursuit of justice to provide greater safety and well-being to Cook County residents. Tracy Brammeier and Maggie Mendenhall-Casey welcome new C…
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40:28What if we are asking the wrong questions when selecting American judges? Mark Tushnet thinks our current criteria might be off. “We should look for judges who are likely to display good judgment in their rulings … and we shouldn’t care whether they have a good theory about how to interpret the Constitution as a whole—and maybe we should worry a bi…
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Empowering Young People to Reach Their Potential with Cathy Sakimura
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32:05Cathy Sakimura has spent her entire professional life empowering young people, first as a youth organizer, then as the Deputy Director at the National Center for Lesbian Rights, and now as Executive Director of Legal Services for Children (LSC) in San Francisco. In this episode, Cathy describes why she has dedicated her life to serving children and…
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The Case Against Incivility: Restoring Respect in Law
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37:37Civility within the legal profession can be defined as the courteous and respectful behavior exhibited by legal professionals throughout their practice. Personal attacks, not agreeing to reasonable requests, writing inflammatory emails, briefs, or motions, are just a few examples of incivility within the profession. These actions have prompted call…
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Texas’ Longest-Serving Supreme Court Justice Nathan Hecht on Improving Access to Justice and the Courts
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39:43The 27th Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Texas, the Honorable Nathan L. Hecht retired from the bench at the end of 2024 as the longest-serving member in the history of the Texas Supreme Court. In this conversation, Hecht reflects on how his time on the bench shaped his perspective on access to justice. He describes the current challenges that…
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Evidence, Tech, and You. How Paralegals Shine in the Digital World.
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44:16Today’s legal evidence, more than ever, is digital. We’re not digging through boxes of paperwork and memos anymore. In its own way, paper evidence was easy – if time consuming – to request, sift through, organize, present, and protect. But today, evidence lives in the digital universe. We find evidence in emails, tablets, mobile devices, computers,…
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Flat-Fee Billing? Yes! A “Super Episode” With the Host of Lawyerist
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31:58In this “Super Episode,” host Adriana Linares is joined by Stephanie Everett, a host for the Lawyerist podcast on the Legal Talk Network and the chief growth officer, lab coach, and speaker with Lawyerist, a firm dedicated to helping solo and small legal practices flourish in every area including marketing, finance, staffing, and legal tech. Twice …
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#548: Essential Strategies to Know Before You Go Solo, with Stephanie Everett
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43:01Dreaming of launching your own law firm or leveling up your current practice? In this episode, Stephanie Everett shares the top five game-changing strategies you need to know to build a thriving law firm. From crafting a crystal-clear vision to mastering your tech stack and establishing solid legal and financial foundations, they’ve got you covered…
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The new federal deficit is the government's research deficit. ----- Elon Musk's aimless cost-cutting escapades turn to the SEC where DOGE slashed their Westlaw access because no one over there is smart enough to know how legal research works. Apparently now is an opportune time to start committing securities fraud! Speaking of aimless, former judge…
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EP 905- The Power of DEI in Advocacy
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28:17Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is an essential part of the legal profession. Attorneys who recognize, anticipate, and navigate cultural bias can foster deeper connections and achieve better outcomes in their practice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesAv Legal Talk Network
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Meh, Links — Busting Link Building Myths for SEO
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42:44Today, we unpack Gyi’s beloved catchphrase to see how “meh” he really feels about the significance of links in local SEO. Later—the strategic guide you need for top-knotch link building in 2025. A whole lotta folks like to say links don’t really matter anymore, but are they right? In practice, the guys have seen the positive effects of link buildin…
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Sprain? Strain? Subluxation? Medical Insights That Can Help Attorneys.
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34:56Guest Dr. Peter Yeh is an orthopedic surgeon with more than 15 years in medicine treating shoulder, upper arm, and knee issues. The stuff that happens at the job. When it comes to injured workers, they’re not that much different than an injured athlete. In both cases, the things they do can be a big part of their identity. And getting back to work …
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Embrace The Metrics. What’s Working (And Who’s Paying The Bills?)
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38:21We all try, but who really measures? Who’s paying you on time? If you don’t know, it’s hard to know if the business is working. It comes down to cash flow. And, frankly, lawyering is a business. Guest Karl Maier is a CFO and a business advisor at Abunden. He specializes in helping growing business manage systems and cash flow and putting it all int…
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Fresh Voices on Legal Tech with Peter Duffy, TITANS Founder and CEO
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45:18Sooner than later, those without competent AI use will be viewed as backwards or even bizarre, so lawyers must strive to work with AI now to keep up with its developments. With loads of AI expertise to draw from, Peter Duffy joins Dennis and Tom to share his thoughts on the overall landscape of legal technology and lawyer engagement with AI. They t…
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Spilling the Tea on Legal Ethics Missteps and DeepSeek Drama
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54:14If you haven’t heard, there’s a new GenAI tool on the block, and the other neighborhood kids aren’t too happy about it. The newbie, DeepSeek, is stirring up a major rivalry with OpenAI over some alleged and oh-so ironic data “theft”—ha. So, what does Jared think? Well, he’s here for the drama, AND for the AI ethics admonitions all you lawyers need …
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Expert Service Provider Dr. Ernest P. Chiodo discusses the complexity of mold cases and what attorneys must prove in the court room. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesAv Legal Talk Network
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#547: Legal Tech You Need for Flat Fees, with Adriana Linares
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29:14Stephanie talks with New Solo podcast host, Adriana Linares, about the technology necessary to run a law practice and move away from the billable hour. Adriana emphasizes the importance of automation and organized client files and communication. Additionally, Zack talks with Lindsay Bushong, from MyCase, about what software law firms can use to man…
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Someone Needs To Come Get These Junior Associates
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37:13'Nah, you do that' is not a response that keeps lawyers employed. ----- Imagine the audacity it takes for a rookie lawyer to refuse to do the work assigned by a midlevel or senior associate. And expect to keep their job? The story of a beleaguered midlevel asking for help with an unruly junior refusing to work has us wondering if the kids are not a…
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'The Licensing Racket' takes aim at professional licensing in America
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47:04Should you need a license for that? For law professor and antitrust expert Rebecca Haw Allensworth, there are huge problems with professional licensing in America—and her solutions might not make anyone completely happy. In her new book, The Licensing Racket: How We Decide Who Is Allowed to Work, and Why It Goes Wrong, Allensworth takes a deep dive…
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EP 604- Building Your Punitive Damages Case Part Two
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21:36How do you identify potential punitive damages in your case? We’ll give examples on how to get creative and broaden your focus during discovery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesAv Legal Talk Network
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'The Licensing Racket' takes aim at professional licensing in America
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47:04Should you need a license for that? For law professor and antitrust expert Rebecca Haw Allensworth, there are huge problems with professional licensing in America—and her solutions might not make anyone completely happy. In her new book, The Licensing Racket: How We Decide Who Is Allowed to Work, and Why It Goes Wrong, Allensworth takes a deep dive…
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#546: Unlock Law Firm Growth: AI marketing Secrets with Karin Conroy
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31:20In this conversation, Karin Conroy and Zack Glaser discuss the integration of AI in marketing, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a human touch while leveraging technology. They explore the significance of a unique brand voice, particularly the value of female perspectives in marketing. The discussion also covers Google's EAT principles, the…
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O.J. Simpson’s Murder Trial: The Clues That Changed Everything
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49:45On June 12, 1994, Nicole Brown Simpson and Ronald Goldman were murdered outside Brown’s Brentwood home, sparking one of the most infamous criminal cases in history. The investigation quickly led to O.J. Simpson, with key evidence including blood at the crime scene and his Rockingham estate. Five days later, his arrest warrant triggered a surreal, s…
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Partnering to Protect Human Rights by Protecting Our Planet with Brad Adams
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30:10Brad Adams and Climate Rights International believe that progress on climate change cannot succeed without protecting human rights – and the fight for human rights cannot succeed without protecting our planet against climate change. Brad and CRI work in partnership with local and international groups, activists, and affected communities to demand j…
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California Wildfires and the Insurance Crisis: What's Next for Palisades, Altadena and the L.A. Area
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39:49In January, communities in Los Angeles were devastated by wildfires, permanently displacing thousands and destroying property and lives. Prior to the fires, thousands of L.A. residents in fire-prone areas were dropped from their insurance, leaving them with no protection or safety net. After losing their homes, their businesses, and their schools, …
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How Specialization and Structure Can Prevent Future Headaches for Lawyers | First Flight Series
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42:39To soar as a solo attorney, you need financial stability, a clear flight plan to attract the right clients, and a reliable system that delivers the best ROI, while setting you apart from the competition. In this first episode of the First Flight series, Adriana Linares and Rio Laine dive into the essential habits that can make or break a solo pract…
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Winning LinkedIn Strategies for Lawyers | A Lawyerist Podcast Re-Broadcast
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33:00Jared may be too busy to write personalized Valentines for each member of the Legal Toolkit community, so, instead, he's gifting you with a special rebroadcast of an excellent episode from our friends over at Lawyerist. In this episode, Stephanie Everett sits down with Matthew Hunt on Lawyerist Podcast to break down the art of creating high-impact,…
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Passing the NALA CP® Exam, Help Is Here!
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36:01Ever wonder what it takes to pass the NALA Certified Paralegal (CP®) certification exam? Let’s break it down and set you apart in your field. You can do this. Guest Lori Young is a full-time faculty member at the College of the Canyons in California and a part-time instructor at the University of California Santa Barbara. She has been a paralegal p…
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#545: Overcoming Personal Financial Struggles as a Lawyer, with Rho Thomas
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35:19In this conversation, Rho Thomas, a money coach for lawyers, discusses the financial struggles faced by legal professionals, particularly focusing on student loans, lifestyle expectations, and the impact of debt. Rho emphasizes the importance of intentional spending, budgeting, and making significant financial decisions, such as housing choices. Th…
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Coming Soon: New Solo’s First Flight Series
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1:26Welcome aboard New Solo: First Flight! In this special series, hosts Adriana Linares and Rio Laine of ALPS Insurance are your captains, guiding you through the ups and downs of launching your own law firm. Before takeoff, leave your emotional baggage from law school and big law behind—this journey is all about charting your own course as a solo pra…
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Insurer Spending On Lawyers Rather Than, You Know, Healthcare
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35:35And Biglaw begins adjusting to Trump era. ------ If United Healthcare considered spending more on a cancer patient and less on lawyers to sue doctors for pointing out they didn't spend on the cancer patient they wouldn't be getting so thoroughly dragged online. While the mockery they're getting is funny, this underscores the dangerous weaponization…
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Should we expect new regulations on data privacy and consumer protection?
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41:02It’s a well-worn saying that the law always lags behind technology. It makes sense. We all remember the old song about how a bill becomes a law and how long the whole process can take. By the time you get to the verse about a president signing something into law, technology has either evolved into something even more cutting edge or become obsolete…
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Should we expect new regulations on data privacy and consumer protection?
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41:02It’s a well-worn saying that the law always lags behind technology. It makes sense. We all remember the old song about how a bill becomes a law and how long the whole process can take. By the time you get to the verse about a president signing something into law, technology has either evolved into something even more cutting edge or become obsolete…
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Panicking about a bad fact in your case? When you can find the truth behind it, put it in context for your client and be prepared to own it, you can often disarm the potential damage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesAv Legal Talk Network
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Lawyer Marketing Nightmares: Dirty Tricks, Ponzi Schemes & Backstabbing
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41:44Gyi and Conrad share the scary legal marketing stories you definitely wouldn’t want to find yourself entangled in. Later, don’t throw the attribution out with the bath water! It’s not impossible to track, and the guys explain how to go about it. ----- Sometimes you have to wallow in the muck of the digital marketing world to learn how to avoid the …
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100 Episodes of Talk Justice—What We've Learned So Far
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32:31In celebration of its landmark 100th episode, Talk Justice hosts join in a special conversation about the most memorable guests, moments and lessons from the show. In addition to show highlights, they also consider the larger discourse around the civil justice system. Talk Justice originally launched in August of 2020. The podcast has brought toget…
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When It’s Time to “Fire” a Client, Protect Yourself
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33:38What happens when your relationship with a client sours? When, and how, can you fire a client? And how can you avoid getting to that point? Guest Michael LeBoff is a veteran litigator who has worked with a variety of clients over his 25-year career. LeBoff explains that client issues are, in most case, simply a matter of communication, payment, or …
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Community Table: Work the Room! Actually Networking at a Networking Event
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43:33In this episode’s discussions around the Community Table: Getting the most out of your next networking event means actually networking with new people, not simply socializing with the people you already know. It’s OK if you don’t love networking events, but you do need to go to them. Your next networking event starts before you get to the door. Do …
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With TECHSHOW coming up on April 2-5, Molly Ranns and JoAnn Hathaway welcome conference co-chairs Julie Bays and Stephen Embry to learn more about the offerings for 2025 attendees. TECHSHOW is unique amongst many legal tech conferences in that it is truly accessible for all legal professionals—from law students to solo attorneys to Big Law, and eve…
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