The Legal Toolkit

Half-assed marketing plans not really working for you? Jared’s got Cady Darago here to nudge (or shove, nicely, if needed) you in the direction you actually need to go. They chat about effective, fun approaches to marketing your law firm, customizing plans for a niche practice, and how CRM software will seriously change your life for the better.Then, Jared has come up with yet another new game: “Philly Fanatics,” where Cady must identify which crazy fan behaviors were actually committed by wacked out Philly sports enthusiasts.Also, Jared shares the Big 4 software tools every law practice needs and why. Cady Darago is a Principal at ESQuisite Marketing, LLC.-----In honor of the Big 4 software tools being discussed, here's a playlist of great songs by quartets.-----Our opening track is Two Cigarettes by Major Label Interest.The music for the Legal Trends Report Minute is I See You by Sounds Like Sander.Our closing track is There Will Be Another Day by Alessandro Gugel. Special thanks to our sponsors TimeSolv, Clio, Scorpion, and Alert Communications.

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.

Every single referral you get is going to google you before they give you a call, so… what will they find? If you’re not sure, that’s a problem. Jared says it’s time to take a hard look at your website and social media presence (and go take a listen to Lunch Hour Legal Marketing) to make sure those leads turn into paying clients. Next, all that web presence talk leads us right into Jared’s chat with Jeff Lantz of Esquire Interactive. They discuss what makes a great website, keeping things fresh, and leveraging analytics and social media. And, no, we didn’t forget the Rump Roast! Jared and Jeff play “Lance-A-Lot,” where Jeff “Lantz” must identify famous “Lances”… you see where we’re going here. Jeff Lantz is an attorney, ABA book author, and CEO at Esquire Interactive.-----Since we played the name game with Jeff Lantz of Esquire Interactive, here's a bunch of songs with people's names in them.https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2zitgmHXqG8LusNHqzOl7A?si=5be0e426621e4d48-----Our opening track is Two Cigarettes by Major Label Interest.The music for the Legal Trends Report Minute is I See You by Sounds Like Sander.Our closing track is Brooklyn Brunch by AFTERNOONZ. Special thanks to our sponsors TimeSolv, Clio, Scorpion, and Alert Communications.

Ever wanted to watch a dark, oddball love story about a death-obsessed couple with a 60-year age gap? Jared’s got just the thing! The 1971 film, “Harold and Maude” is a cult classic and has a Cat Stevens-centric soundtrack, so, obviously, a total win-win for your next movie night.Next, Jared welcomes Shaun Buck to chat about the surprising ways that traditional newsletters can grow your business. Shaun shares insights on how a useful, entertaining piece of mail can impact consumers and bring them to your law firm.And, last but not least, what’s cool about Idaho? Jared and Shaun are on a quest to find out in the new Rump Roast game: “Idaho? YOUdaho!”Shaun Buck is founder and CEO of Newsletter Pro based in Boise, Idaho.-----In honor of the long-delayed release of the "Harold and Maude" soundtrack, it's time for y'all to make sure you've totally caught up on Cat Stevens.https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7F02Lp2J2ovTHfo2eHl2YL?si=6e693f3a6cad4998------Our opening track is Two Cigarettes by Major Label Interest.The music for the Legal Trends Report Minute is I See You by Sounds Like Sander.Our closing track is Canoe Journey by Andy Ellison. Special thanks to our sponsors TimeSolv, Clio, Scorpion, and Alert Communications.

Jared thinks all y’all need a talking-to about outsourcing. Lawyers, as high-achievers, think they can do everything on their own, but they’re probably just wasting time and money. Jared explains the profitability of outsourcing work outside your area of expertise so you can focus on what really matters. Next, ever had an idea for great content for your legal website/blog/video/social media account, but just don’t have time to flesh it out? Jared chats with writer Mike Feldman about how ghostwriters help businesses put their thoughts into words to create great online content.And, lastly, Jared and Mike are joined by their wives, Jessica and Kathleen for the Rump Roast! Jared’s newly developed quiz, “The Town,” seeks the perspectives of all four players on how the quintessential townie should act in a variety of scenarios.  Michael Feldman is the founding CEO of Chalkbridge Ghostwriting & Content.Kathleen Feldman is an accountant with NFS Leasing and a city councilor in Beverly, Massachusetts. Jessica Correia works at a law firm, puts up with Jared, and has two podcasts: Escape: A Travel Podcast and Fab 5.-----For our latest Rump Roast, we got in touch with our surroundings—well, MY surroundings specifically—but maybe it’s worth exploring the world beyond Beverly, Massachusetts. So here’s a playlist about places - the more local, the better!https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2U9Xh80e5rr0lB5ZLeSsPo?si=f1faf71d941c4523-----Our opening track is Two Cigarettes by Major Label Interest.The music for the Legal Trends Report Minute is I See You by Sounds Like Sander.Our closing track is Ent Her Stel Luh by Cast of Characters. Special thanks to our sponsors TimeSolv, Clio, Scorpion, and Alert Communications.

As we all know, “Quantum Leap” was Jared’s favorite TV show as a kid, but his current favorite is… “Bluey!” What’s that, you ask? Tune in for Jared’s take on why this Australian children’s program should take priority on your watchlist.Next up, could learning about legal contracts actually be fun? Well, sure! Jared chats with Laura Frederick of How to Contract about her training program and top tips for legal pros looking to draft better contracts for their clients.This time on the Rump Roast, Jared welcomes Jane Kuhuk, a longtime fan of the show, to play “Legal Toolkit Trivia!” Also known as “Shameless Promotion of the Show Archives”— go have a listen! Laura Frederick is the founder of How to Contract and managing attorney at Laura Frederick Law, PLLC.Jane Kuhuk is senior public relations manager at Esper Bionics and How To Contract.------Since we talked about the delightful Heeler family - the stars of 'Bluey', I have a playlist for you that's all about animals.https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0jHwxwHcVwdA1ljCO2ATvB?si=8d8c5f6e1f324f23------Our opening track is Two Cigarettes by Major Label Interest.The music for the Legal Trends Report Minute is I See You by Sounds Like Sander.Our closing track is Sweet Coffee by Ian Kelosky Special thanks to our sponsors TimeSolv, Clio, Scorpion, and Alert Communications.

Inefficient and don’t know why? Jared will sort you out. Listen in for tips on creating and delegating workflows to make your firm’s processes efficient from start to finish. Next up, a brand new feature! In this, the inaugural edition of “Live From the Playroom,” Jared welcomes Nashville singer-songwriter Erinn Peet Lukes as the show’s first-ever musical guest. Check out Erinn’s music at erinnpeetlukes.com, and look for her upcoming solo album “EPL” on March 4th, available via your favorite streaming service.-------We loved having Erinn on so much, and wanted to share more of her scene, so we asked and she delivered. Check out this playlist Erinn put together for us featuring some of her Nashvegas friends.-------Our opening track is Two Cigarettes by Major Label Interest.The music for the Legal Trends Report Minute is I See You by Sounds Like Sander.Our closing track is Country Music Breaks My Heart by Erinn Peet Lukes. Special thanks to our sponsors TimeSolv, Clio, Scorpion, and Alert Communications.

A perfect album—one with no fillers, no bad songs, all greatness—can be pretty hard to come by. But, after decades of meticulous searching, Jared has found those happy few. This time, he features the alternative country group, Uncle Tupelo, and their perfect album “Anodyne.”  Next up, Jared welcomes the esteemed Joe Patrice to discuss legal journalism, law firm horror stories, politics, and whether objective reporting still exists. And, this time on the Rump Roast, Joe quizzes and Jared takes the hot seat for a round of obscure Simpsons trivia. Joe Patrice is a senior editor at Above the Law.--------Since we talked about alt-country pioneers Uncle Tupelo, here's a playlist featuring the best from the Uncle Tupeloverse.--------Our opening track is Two Cigarettes by Major Label Interest.The music for the Legal Trends Report Minute is I See You by Sounds Like Sander.Our closing track is Front Porch Etude #2 by Heartland Nights. Special thanks to our sponsors TimeSolv, Clio, Scorpion, and Alert Communications.

Jared wrecked his computer, but is he freaking out? No. And that, friends, is why cloud-based everything is a must. Tune in for Jared’s insights on the cloud and data backups. Next, Molly Ranns and Jared chat about whether New Year’s resolutions are worth your while. Key takeaways: 1) Positivity and small steps are good! 2) Thinking you need to “fix” something about yourself is a nonstarter. And, last, Jared and Molly look at “Shit Yoopers Say” to learn the vernacular of upper peninsula Michiganders.Molly Ranns is program director for the Lawyers and Judges Assistance Program at the State Bar of Michigan and host of the Bar’s On Balance Podcast.--------Yea, you've probably already given up on your New Year's resolution, but it's not too late. Here are some some songs to help you begin again.https://open.spotify.com/playlist/16kgBUVkI6vGRKJijgKICN?si=1c6dfaaf6b7a4c03--------Our opening track is Two Cigarettes by Major Label Interest.The music for the Legal Trends Report Minute is I See You by Sounds Like Sander.Our closing track is Inside Out by Adrian Walther. Special thanks to our sponsors TimeSolv, Clio, Scorpion, and Alert Communications.

Christmastime is here, and Jared has company! Producer Evan may or may not have been kidnapped, and Engineer Adam may or may not have been creeping outside Jared’s house, but everybody’s ready for some holiday cheer. Come sit by the crackling fire as Jared saves Christmas yet again. -----Since it's our Christmas special - and in honor of producer Evan's Scroogish nature - I've put together a list of just horribly depressing holiday music. Enjoy!https://open.spotify.com/playlist/25un4L0Z4NSGI8VNP5vfCD?si=79dcd116619d42ef-----Our opening track is Two Cigarettes by Major Label Interest.The music for the Legal Trends Report Minute is I See You by Sounds Like Sander.Our holiday themed music is O Christmas Tree by Ryan Saranich. Special thanks to our sponsors TimeSolv, Clio, Scorpion, and Alert Communications.