

The Law Firm Blueprint
Jay Ruane & Seth Price
The ondemand version of the Facebook Live show "The Law Firm Blueprint" Featuring Seth Price and Jay Ruane
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Jul 24, 2025 • 29min
S8:E12: Unexpected Value, AI, and Scaling Smart
Hosts Jay Ruane and Seth Price dive into what gives clients and employees "a little something extra" beyond standard perks. They explore the balance of supporting staff through personal challenges while running a lean firm, the fascinating (and sometimes scary) implications of AI in everyday life and law firm marketing, and the art of intentional spending as a firm scales.#LawFirmGrowth #LegalMarketing #AIinLaw #EmployeeWellbeing #BusinessStrategy

Jul 10, 2025 • 21min
S8:E11: Hiring for Optimism and Managing the Culture Killers
The discussion dives into the power of optimism in hiring and its impact on workplace culture. It highlights the stealthy spread of negativity and the unique challenges it presents in hybrid work environments. The hosts reflect on generational shifts in socialization and the need for strong leadership to maintain morale while scaling. They also examine the benefits and drawbacks of remote work on team dynamics, contrasting past camaraderie with present interpersonal connections. A valuable listen for anyone managing a team!

Jul 3, 2025 • 20min
S8:E10: Mid-Year Money Moves: Auditing Expenses and Scaling Smarter
In this episode of The Law Firm Blueprint, Jay and Seth take a mid-year deep dive into the numbers—analyzing budgets, firm culture, and the cost of scaling. From Yankee Stadium memories to the logistics of multi-office operations, they share practical strategies for reining in expenses, negotiating vendor contracts, and empowering staff through budget autonomy. They also explore the culture shift in post-COVID law firms and weigh the pros and cons of year-end closures. If you're running a growing practice, this conversation offers timely insights on staying lean without losing your edge.#LawFirmBlueprint #LegalOperations #BluSharkDigital

Jun 19, 2025 • 36min
S8:E9: The Unfiltered Reality of Firm Growth
In a new episode of The Law Firm Blueprint, Jay Ruane and Seth Price pull back the curtain on what it truly takes to succeed in law. They tackle the often-glamorized "screw-up to success" narrative, discuss the critical balance of supporting employees through personal crises while running a lean firm , and debate the philosophy of intentional spending—from "no pens" policies to smart party planning. This episode offers candid insights into building a profitable and sustainable law practice in today's world.#SustainableGrowth #Grit #Growth #LawFirmManagement

Jun 12, 2025 • 32min
S8:E8: Growth, Grit, and the Realities of Running a Practice
Join Jay Ruane and Seth Price on The Law Firm Blueprint as they pull back the curtain on what it truly takes to succeed in law. They tackle the often-glamorized "screw-up to success" narrative, discuss the critical balance of supporting employees through personal crises while running a lean firm, and debate the philosophy of intentional spending—from "no pens" policies to smart party planning. This episode offers candid insights into building a profitable and sustainable law practice in today's world.

Jun 5, 2025 • 18min
S8:E7: Navigating AI Innovation, Scaling Hiring, and the Balance of R&D in Your Law Firm
Jay Ruane kicks off the episode, revealing a "spectacular failure" with his firm's new AI voice product after significant investment, facing the reality that technology hasn't yet caught up with his vision. This leads to a candid discussion with Seth Price about balancing cutting-edge R&D with core business functions. They also delve into the challenges of scaling hiring, including the pitfalls of delegation and "process problems" within a growing law firm.

May 29, 2025 • 27min
S8:E6: Local SEO, AI Trends, and Hiring Family
Jay Ruane and Seth Price dive into essential strategies for law firm growth. Discover why local SEO is crucial for generating cases and how to spot new market opportunities. They also explore AI's impact on legal marketing, discussing how to adapt your content. Plus, get insights on the tricky topic of hiring an associate's fiancé. Tune in for practical advice on building a robust and adaptable law firm.#LocalSEO #AITrends #LawFirmGrowth #LegalMarketing #BusinessStrategy

May 22, 2025 • 35min
S8:E5: System Hacks & the Real Cost of Staff Perks
Jay Ruane and Seth Price return with a candid conversation about the behind-the-scenes challenges law firm owners face. Jay recounts how legacy login misuse led to a mass text hack that could have cost his firm thousands. The hosts then pivot into a rich discussion on scaling problems, including employee perks, outdated titles, review generation, and summer productivity. They dive into how AI is reshaping legal operations—from content creation to client communications—and share real-life strategies for using prompts and automation effectively. If you’re navigating the fast-changing world of tech, team management, and growth in your firm, this episode is packed with insights. Plus, Jay’s Napster story will have you laughing while you learn.

Apr 24, 2025 • 29min
S8:E4: AI, Hiring, and the Future of Law Firm Operations
In this episode of The Law Firm Blueprint, Seth Price and Jay Ruane unpack lessons from spring break travels, staffing transitions, and the evolving role of AI in law firm operations. From tipping strategies to staff incentivization, executive assistant shakeups, and AI-driven call grading—this candid conversation explores what law firms should consider when balancing efficiency, client experience, and innovation.Subscribe to The Law Firm Blueprint for weekly conversations about scaling, marketing, and managing your legal practice.

Apr 10, 2025 • 27min
S8:E3: Mitigation Reports, Marketing Shifts, and the AI Tools Changing Law Firms
In this episode of The Law Firm Blueprint, Seth Price and Jay Ruane talk about how AI is transforming the way law firms operate—from mitigation reports and client personalization to smarter marketing and the future of case management. They explore what’s real, what’s hype, and how firms can get ahead without losing the human element.#SethPrice #JayRuane #LawFirmBlueprint #AIinLaw #LegalTech #MitigationReports #LocalSEO #VoIPSystems #CaseManagement