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Get ready to take notes. In this episode, successful litigators and guests Monette Davis, Mark Romance, and Joseph Schaeffer walk us through 10 steps for setting up a successful litigation practice and being a successful litigator. Whether you’re fresh out of law school or setting off on your own after working for a firm, these tips will propel you forward.Your reputation is vital. Hear how to become the most trusted person in the room and a good teammate with a clear, honest voice. Build your reputation with everything you do, whether that’s being impeccably prepared or simply being on time and organized. Think about how you want others to see you (and what you want them to say about you when you’re not in the room).Little things matter, like knowing the rules. Not just the stuff you learned in law school, but state and local rules, even rules specific to an individual judge.Being a top litigator is all about being professional, honest, trustworthy, dependable, and prepared. Take advantage of this insightful, heartfelt mentoring session from three litigators who have been there, done that, and built successful careers. (And don’t forget to be good to yourself.)Resources:American Bar AssociationAmerican Bar Association Litigation Section Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Geoff Woods discusses his book, 'The AI Driven Leader,' exploring how AI can serve as a thought partner for lawyers and business owners. He emphasizes the importance of adapting leadership skills to navigate technological disruptions, the strategic use of AI in business, and the mindset shift required to embrace these changes. The conversation also covers practical applications of AI in legal practice, the risks of inaction, and resources for further learning.  Links from the episode:  Schedule a demo with Tabs3 The AI-Driven Leader  Chapters: 00:00 – Intro & Invite to Stephanie’s Birthday in Chicago 3:31 – An Interview with Tabs3 10:12 – AI Driven Leadership 10:49 – Leadership Skills Need to Evolve 13:35 – Strengths of Humans vs. Machines 15:06 – Using AI as a Thought Partner 18:44 – A Whole New Way of Thinking About Using AI 20:01 – AI as a Business Advisor 25:50 – Examples of CRIT in action   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There's no escaping the administration's influence on the legal landscape.-----The Trump administration continues its revenge tour against Biglaw, and Perkins Coie is fighting back. Through counsel at Williams & Connolly, Perkins delivered a scorching takedown of the administration's arbitrary retaliation against the firm, earning a partial TRO. Meanwhile, most of Biglaw remains silent. And if they aren't silent, they're silently deleting references to diversity, including a clumsy effort that autodeleted pronouns from email signatures. And "Stop the Steal" lawyer turned interim US Attorney Ed Martin has his first ethics complaint on the job he hasn't even really started. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Peak performance in high-stress environments. It’s the goal for the basketball players taking the court during March Madness, but just as much for players on a different kind of court. Lawyers can and should learn a lot from elite athletes, says Dr. Amy Wood. In this episode of the Modern Law Library, Wood shares her insights with the ABA Journal’s Lee Rawles. Wood, a clinical psychologist, has focused her career on attorney wellness. She is the author of the new book Lawyer Like an Athlete: How to Up Your Game at Work and in Life, published by the ABA’s GPSolo Division. Wood first developed Lawyer Like an Athlete as a CLE program, sharing tips on achieving physical and mental wellness, as well as preparing lawyers to maximize their work performance. There are four characteristics Wood identifies as being shared by star athletes and star attorneys: exquisite self-care, a grounded perspective, “nourishing diversions” and thriving relationships. Without attending to those elements, she says, it’s difficult for lawyers to sustain themselves in a high-stress profession. Many lawyers enjoy extreme solo sports, like marathon running. But don’t forget about team sports. There’s much you can learn about personal performance from elite athletes, but it’s just as important to integrate lessons about team performance, Wood says. Are the people on your “team” helping you perform at your peak? Wood and Rawles also discuss the importance of striving for a “fan’s perspective”; the importance of visualization; the cycle of workouts and recovery days; and five signs that it’s time to reach out for professional assistance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Grace Oswald from Qualified Member Expert Service Provider S-E-A discusses Biomechanics and impact on cases and claims. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Now that you’ve built your case to include punitive damages, we’ll discuss ways to turn your case into a cause and address punitive damages at each state of the trial. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Live from the American Association for Justice conference in Miami, Lunch Hour Legal Marketing is back with another deep dive into law firm marketing strategies that actually move the needle.Conrad Saam and Gyi Tsakalakis break down the biggest questions they tackled at the event:🍟 How much should lawyers spend on marketing?🍟 Brand vs. non-brand marketing—why it matters🍟 Are you tracking the right metrics, or just vanity numbers?🍟 Lawyer referrals vs. digital marketing—what’s the real ROI?🍟 Why law firms MUST use a CRM to stop missing leadsPlus, we expose how some legal marketing agencies try to take credit for leads they didn’t earn. (Yes, we see you.)If you’re serious about law firm growth, you won’t want to miss this one.🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe for more legal marketing insights!🎥 Watch the full video here.Chapters00:00 - Intro & Welcome from Miami00:46 - How Much Should Lawyers Spend on Marketing?01:32 - Investing in Growth: ROI vs. Volume02:34 - Why 30% is a Key Number in Legal Marketing03:56 - Brand vs. Non-Brand: What It Means for Your Law Firm05:09 - How Marketing Agencies Take Credit for Your Leads07:00 - Why "How Did You Hear About Us?" is Crucial10:31 - The Biggest Intake Mistakes Law Firms Make13:15 - If You Don’t Have a CRM, Are You Even Growing?19:01 - How to Hold Your Marketing Agency Accountable21:20 - The Truth About "Up and to the Right" Traffic Graphs21:56 - Wrap-Up & Final Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Live from the American Association for Justice conference in Miami, Lunch Hour Legal Marketing is back with another deep dive into law firm marketing strategies that actually move the needle.Conrad Saam and Gyi Tsakalakis break down the biggest questions they tackled at the event:🍟 How much should lawyers spend on marketing?🍟 Brand vs. non-brand marketing—why it matters🍟 Are you tracking the right metrics, or just vanity numbers?🍟 Lawyer referrals vs. digital marketing—what’s the real ROI?🍟 Why law firms MUST use a CRM to stop missing leadsPlus, we expose how some legal marketing agencies try to take credit for leads they didn’t earn. (Yes, we see you.)If you’re serious about law firm growth, you won’t want to miss this one.🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe for more legal marketing insights!🎥 Watch the full video here.Chapters00:00 - Intro & Welcome from Miami00:46 - How Much Should Lawyers Spend on Marketing?01:32 - Investing in Growth: ROI vs. Volume02:34 - Why 30% is a Key Number in Legal Marketing03:56 - Brand vs. Non-Brand: What It Means for Your Law Firm05:09 - How Marketing Agencies Take Credit for Your Leads07:00 - Why "How Did You Hear About Us?" is Crucial10:31 - The Biggest Intake Mistakes Law Firms Make13:15 - If You Don’t Have a CRM, Are You Even Growing?19:01 - How to Hold Your Marketing Agency Accountable21:20 - The Truth About "Up and to the Right" Traffic Graphs21:56 - Wrap-Up & Final Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Steve Guerra, a history educator and host of the "History of the Papacy" podcast, as he delves into the complexities of Jesus’ trial. They tackle whether there was one or two trials and examine the historical and legal intricacies of the first-century courtroom. The conversation highlights conflicting Gospel accounts, the implications of Jesus not testifying, and how public opinion influenced proceedings. Guerra challenges listeners to rethink historical narratives and their modern justice implications, bridging ancient and contemporary legal concerns.

Lisa Sperow is the Executive Director of the Cal Poly Low Income Taxpayer Clinic. The clinic provides free representation to low-income taxpayers in disputes with the IRS. Many of the clinic’s clients have nowhere else to seek help when they receive frightening notices from the IRS. It is even more alarming for taxpayers who do not speak English and who are completely unfamiliar with the process and documents necessary to respond to government claims, even if the claims are in error. As Lisa says, “this program helps ensure the fairness and integrity of the tax system by educating low-income taxpayers about their rights and responsibilities and by ensuring that their individual rights are protected.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices