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Latest episodes

Jul 13, 2021 • 38min
Document Management; Kara Vaval’s Unconventional Legal Career; and “What Would ‘Florida Man’ Do?”
It’s OK to store files in a shed by the river, right?; Kara Vaval shares how quitting law to sell Mary Kay led her to become a better lawyer than ever; and Jared tests whether Kara can identify a real “Florida Man” in the news. Special thanks to our sponsors TimeSolv, Clio, Scorpion, and Alert Communications.

Jun 29, 2021 • 32min
Growing Up Quickly; Law Firm Spring Cleaning; and “How Minnesota is That”
Jared recalls childhood trauma; Jess Birken shares tips for "spring cleaning" your law firm; and Jared and Jess try to put a finger on what makes Minnesota so unique.
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 August by Dario Benedetti.
Special thanks to our sponsors TimeSolv, Clio, Scorpion, and Alert Communications.

Jun 15, 2021 • 44min
Authenticity; Marketing the Real You; and Darian Kovacs’ Marketing Jam Podcast
Jared Correia and Darian Kovacs chat it up on authenticity, creative online marketing, podcasting, and more.

Jun 1, 2021 • 36min
Aliens!; Why Law Firms Should Focus on Selling; and “Samesies”
Jared Correia ponders UFOs, aliens, and massive government cover-ups, and chats with Erik Bermudez about why you shouldn’t shy away from sales in your law firm.
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 Artratus by Isaac Joel.
Special thanks to our sponsors Scorpion, TimeSolv, Alert Communications and Clio.

May 18, 2021 • 31min
Remote-Friendly Networking; Pro Rainmaking Tips; and “Three Answers”
Rainmaking trainer and coach Jaimie Field shares tactics for growing your law firm’s business, even in the midst of the pandemic.
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 The Perfect Getaway by Polyphonic Groove Orchestra
Special thanks to our sponsors Scorpion, TimeSolv, Alert Communications and Clio.

May 4, 2021 • 35min
Warren Zevon; Financial Management Best Practices; and “Number One Fan”
Jared Correia explores the life and times of Warren Zevon and then brings on Brooke Lively to demystify financial management for law firms.
Special thanks to our sponsors Scorpion, TimeSolv, Alert Communications and Clio.

Apr 20, 2021 • 37min
The Bar is Low…Might as Well Improve Your Law Firm!; Pandemic-Era Talent Acquisition; and the Rump Roast: the Return of Correia Family Stories
Hire like a pro with tips from Ron Godier! And, stick around for the Rump Roast, where Patrick Correia reveals what it was like to have Jared for a big brother.
Special thanks to our sponsors Scorpion, TimeSolv, Alert Communications and Clio.

Apr 6, 2021 • 40min
Larry Bird Stories; Getting the Reputation You Deserve; and the Rump Roast: The Gritty Origin Story
Jared Correia still hates the Lakers, and Shawn Hill joins for a chat about 1) how online reviews can help you build a better reputation for your law firm and 2) his work developing the Gritty Mascot.
Theme Song: Two Cigarettes by Major Label Interest.
Legal Trends Report Minute song: I See You by Sounds Like Sander
Closing song = Hey Yo Rocco! by Dresden, The Flamingo.
Special thanks to our sponsors Scorpion, TimeSolv, Alert Communications and Clio.

Mar 23, 2021 • 32min
Saying “NonLawyer” Isn’t Cool Anymore; Finding Fulfillment in Your Work; and the “Stick or Quit” Rump Roast!
Jared’s going to lose it if you keep saying “nonlawyer”, and, later, he and Toya Gavin chat about what lawyers should do if they feel discouraged in their work.
Our opening theme is Two Cigarettes by Major Label Interest.
Our closing song is Questionable by Ryan Saranich.

Mar 9, 2021 • 35min
Why Sackboy is Super Dope; How AI Makes State Court Data Accessible; and the “Three Questions” Rump Roast
Welp, burlap sacks might be cool now. Oh, and Jared Correia talks trends in AI and legal research with Trellis CEO Nicole Clark!
Our opening theme is Two Cigarettes by Major Label Interest.
Our closing song is Don’t Go ‘Way Nobody by George Lewis and His New Orleans Stompers.
Special thanks to our sponsors Scorpion, TimeSolv, Alert Communications and Clio.