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Stephanie Everett talks with Energy Lawyer, Author, Blogger & Legal Innovation Influencer Carolyn Elefant about her newest book, Solo by Choice: How to Be the Lawyer You Always Wanted to Be.If today’s podcast resonates with you and you haven’t read The Small Firm Roadmap yet, get the first chapter right now for free!Thanks to LawPay, MyCase, and Posh Virtual Receptionists for sponsoring this episode.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you're tuning in today to hear our thoughts on the leaked Dobbs opinion and what that means for the future of both reproductive rights and the entire superstructure of the 14th Amendment going forward... well, you'll have to wait a week. Putting together a quality show takes time and that means we recorded this before that revelation. But that doesn't mean there wasn't a lot to cover! We have a breakdown of the latest Am Law 100 ranking of law firms, recaps of the "interesting" lawyering both in and before the Johnny Depp/Amber Heard trial, way too much talk about the legal woes facing Ron DeSantis as he goes after Disney, the racist standup career of Alex Jones's lawyer, and some pointers on how and how not to report on legal news.Special thanks to our sponsor, Posh Virtual Receptionists, LLC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mediation poses unique challenges and isn’t always successful. In order to present your most persuasive case, what facts or documents should you prepare for the mediator? If you think the mediator is being biased, what can you do? And when the final offer is on the table and you’re not happy, should you stay or should you go? Get pro tips on preparing your client and your case for mediation in this encore episode of Heels in the Courtroom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Don’t let inexperience hinder you. Use it as an excuse to ask, learn and be creative. Part Two covers considerations on hiring experts, creative ways to get “experience”, the power behind creating social capital, and an eye-opening exercise you probably didn’t learn in class; prepare an opening argument for your opposition before you go to court to illuminate key issues and figure out how you will respond. Today’s discussion also offers a handy checklist for preparing for trial that could save you hours of angst. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jared chats with Lauren Fernandez about her experiences moving from a career as a practicing lawyer to a business owner and entrepreneur in the restaurant industry. For lawyers looking for a change, tune in for her tips on making the most of your skills to pursue new opportunities. Then, Jared subjects Lauren to “The All-Out Artery Clogger,” where he tests Lauren’s knowledge of fast food menu items guaranteed to give you a heart attack.And what does our fascination with shows like Netflix’s “Is It Cake” say about our culture? Anything? Jared ponders whether we’re a bunch of dummies.  Lauren Fernandez is CEO of Full Course, a restaurant development and investment firm.------Shows like Netflix's "Is It Cake" aren't exactly complicated, but we're all too eager to consume them. So, in that spirit, here are some short and simple songs you don't need to think about, either."Unlong Songs"------Our opening track is Two Cigarettes by Major Label Interest.Our opening also includes Coastal Dreaming by King Flamingo.The music for the Legal Trends Report Minute is I See You by Sounds Like Sander.Our closing track is Starfruit by PALA. Special thanks to our sponsors TimeSolv, Clio, Scorpion, and Alert Communications. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Large-scale disputes often require large-scale investment. Finance for commercial litigation allows law firms to unlock the value of their lawsuits, and makes it possible for firms, companies and businesspeople to commit the resources needed without the risk of repayment if the case is lost  – continuing to engage in business as usual.In this special episode of the ABA: Litigation Section, guest Jason Levine discusses how law firms and their clients can obtain litigation financing for commercial litigation cases, and the value of this increasingly mainstream funding solution.As an Investment Manager and Legal Counsel for Omni Bridgeway, a publicly-traded litigation finance company, Jason Levine helps corporations and law firms obtain non-recourse financing for commercial litigation, mitigate risk, and achieve their growth strategies with financing solutions. These include using litigation portfolios as collateral for off-balance sheet operating capital financing and monetizing claims and judgments. [3:36] What is commercial litigation financing [7:04] What are the benefits of litigation funding [8:04] Types of commercial cases best fit for litigation finance [16:00] Why are law firms increasingly engaging in litigation finance [17:18] How do you value a litigation claim [24:15] Litigation Funding disclosures and requirements Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Zack talks with Founder and CEO of Lawmatics, Matt Spiegel, about automating client acquisition, intake, and management. If today’s podcast resonates with you and you haven’t read The Small Firm Roadmap yet, get the first chapter right now for free! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How do you figure out what your law firm is worth? And why would you need to do so in the first place? Whether you’re planning to retire or simply sell off your firm, there are crucial factors you need to consider before making any decisions. In this episode, I sit down with Bharat Kanodia, who has valued over 2000 businesses and signed off on assets worth $2.6 trillion in value.  He has appraised unique assets like the Golden Gate Bridge, Atlanta Airport, Uber, Airbnb, Yahoo!, Brooklyn Bridge, Mirage Casino LV, among many others.  Bharat is the Founder of Veristrat, a company that helps startup founders and VCs by telling them what their companies are worth. He lives in the San Francisco Bay area with his family and enjoys sailing, golfing, skiing, and horseback riding. Bharat gives listeners actionable tips on: [1:10] Why you would need a valuation on your firm [4:00] What you’re looking for in a valuation  [9:45] The importance of looking at valuation from the potential buyer’s perspective [13:15] How to figure out your valuation [15:10] The process of getting a valuation [26:00] Bharat’s book recommendation  Resources mentioned in this episode: What's a Law Firm Worth? | Bharat Kanodia | Ep. 19 What’s a Law Firm Worth? | Veristrat Inc. Bharat Kanodia's Articles | Inc.com Never Split the Difference: Negotiating As If Your Life Depended On It by Chris Voss Connect with Bharat here: Instagram Twitter LinkedIn Facebook https://veristrat.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

Guest Joey Seeber prides himself on bringing out the best in his team in the courtroom, at his legal firm, and as an elected public official. He says finding the right person for the job starts with understanding yourself and your organization’s values.Seeber reflects on what went right and what went wrong when assembling teams. At his company, Level Legal, he focuses on culture and fit by identifying core values and living by them: “Give a damn. Get it done right. Show respect.” Everything starts with the interview, asking important questions that align with the organization’s values instead of checking boxes.What interview questions are you asking? Do they connect to your values? Before you seek a new team member, do you understand what makes your organization work? Hear how Seeber focuses on indicators of success and learned the difference between a “job description” and a “role description.” As he says, “look beyond the resume.” Special thanks to our sponsors LawClerk, Alert Communications, LawYaw, and Scorpion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the last episode of our The Life of a Lawyer Start to Finish series, we discussed How to Find a Job After Law School. In this episode, we move on to the next logical step: Reprogramming a Lawyer's Brain.Host Craig Williams is joined by Debra S. Austin, JD, PhD, Professor of the Practice of Law at the University of Denver Sturm College of Law. Craig and Debra discuss the impact law school and a heavy law practice have on a lawyer, how to manage the everyday stresses of the legal profession, and how to ultimately improve overall well-being. Special thanks to our sponsors, Posh Virtual Receptionists and Embroker.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices