

The Law Entrepreneur
My Legal Academy
Where Entrepreneurship and the Law Meet!
Episodes
Mentioned books

Oct 11, 2021 • 34min
287. Helping Clients Find Clarity Through the Chaos of Divorce with Jodi Silbermann
Jodi Silbermann is a longtime paralegal, based in California, and focused primarily on family law and estate planning. She has started her own business providing paralegal services and divorce coaching. She’s also written and published a book on the divorce process and how one can navigate through it. We talk about how Jodi can either work with an attorney to facilitate the legal process to be more efficient, or otherwise use her expertise to proceed without an outside attorney. She’s in an interesting position, and with that carries an interesting perspective to share.Resources:justcalljodi.orgInstagram: @justcalljodiincLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/justcalljodiincRead: The Straight SkinnyJoin Lawyer Club FREE, where lawyers and law firm owners come to reclaim control of their firms and their lives! Plus, get the full list of Best AI Tools For Lawyers inside!Get in touch with Sam:MLA WebsiteLawyerClubPurchase Sam’s bookThe Law Entrepreneur websiteMy Legal Academy YoutubeMy Legal Academy LinkedInMy Legal Academy Facebook PageMy Legal Academy InstagramIf you’ve enjoyed the podcast, please head to Apple Podcasts and leave a rating & review for the show! It only takes a moment, and really helps me to reach new listeners. You can also head to the website at TheLawEntrepreneur.com for more information on the podcast and my legal services.--Thank you to our sponsors!Spotlight Branding - A legal marketing company that works with solo and small law firms to increase referrals. Go to spotlightbranding.com/TLE for a better way to market your law practice.Ruby Receptionist - Virtual receptionist & live call services that will help you grow your office (and save money), one call at a time - to learn more, go to callruby.com/lawentrepreneur or call 844.895.7829Daylite - The all-in-one contact relationship manager. If you feel like it’s time to upgrade from spreadsheets to a CRM, visit marketcircle.com and get your first month free when you mention Law Entrepreneur.The Law Entrepreneur is a production of Crate Media

Oct 4, 2021 • 47min
286. Top 5 Tools to Automate Your Law Firm with Sam Mollaei
Sam Mollaei has an interesting approach to law practice. He runs seven different virtual law firms, and he relies heavily upon automation to do that. He’s joining us on the program to go over some of the tools he uses. He shares his top 5 game changing tools – specifically, how you can leverage automation to scale up your business, and his process for starting a law firm on one page.Resources:legalfunnel.comFacebook Group: facebook.com/groups/legalfunnelLoomSlackGoogle WorkspaceTodoistUpworkEp. 188: How to Start & Grow a Virtual Law Firm - with Sam MollaeiEp. 237: Acquiring New Clients Through Sales Funnels - with Sam MollaeiJoin Lawyer Club FREE, where lawyers and law firm owners come to reclaim control of their firms and their lives! Plus, get the full list of Best AI Tools For Lawyers inside!Get in touch with Sam:MLA WebsiteLawyerClubPurchase Sam’s bookThe Law Entrepreneur websiteMy Legal Academy YoutubeMy Legal Academy LinkedInMy Legal Academy Facebook PageMy Legal Academy InstagramIf you’ve enjoyed the podcast, please head to Apple Podcasts and leave a rating & review for the show! It only takes a moment, and really helps me to reach new listeners. You can also head to the website at TheLawEntrepreneur.com for more information on the podcast and my legal services.--Thank you to our sponsors!Spotlight Branding - A legal marketing company that works with solo and small law firms to increase referrals. Go to spotlightbranding.com/TLE for a better way to market your law practice.Ruby Receptionist - Virtual receptionist & live call services that will help you grow your office (and save money), one call at a time - to learn more, go to callruby.com/lawentrepreneur or call 844.895.7829Daylite - The all-in-one contact relationship manager. If you feel like it’s time to upgrade from spreadsheets to a CRM, visit marketcircle.com and get your first month free when you mention Law Entrepreneur.The Law Entrepreneur is a production of Crate Media

Sep 27, 2021 • 47min
285. Referrals Revisited: How to Grow Your Business Using Strategic Referrals with Stacey Brown Randall
Stacey Brown Randall is a returning champion to the podcast, having previously appeared on the show twice. She is the be-all-end-all when it comes to referrals, and given how important referral marketing is, we’re going to revisit some of the most vital aspects of it. It’s the primary source of new clients for most firms, and we can’t focus on it enough.Resources:StaceyBrownRandall.comstaceybrownrandall.com/layersstaceybrownrandall.com/gbrListen: Roadmap to Grow Your Business PodcastRead: Generating Business Referrals Without AskingQuiz: referralquiz.comEp. 66 - 3 Principles to Drive Business Growth Through Trust & Referrals - with Stacey Brown RandallEp. 205 – How to Generate Referrals Without Asking – with Stacey Brown RandallJoin Lawyer Club FREE, where lawyers and law firm owners come to reclaim control of their firms and their lives! Plus, get the full list of Best AI Tools For Lawyers inside!Get in touch with Sam:MLA WebsiteLawyerClubPurchase Sam’s bookThe Law Entrepreneur websiteMy Legal Academy YoutubeMy Legal Academy LinkedInMy Legal Academy Facebook PageMy Legal Academy InstagramIf you’ve enjoyed the podcast, please head to Apple Podcasts and leave a rating & review for the show! It only takes a moment, and really helps me to reach new listeners. You can also head to the website at TheLawEntrepreneur.com for more information on the podcast and my legal services.--Thank you to our sponsors!Spotlight Branding - A legal marketing company that works with solo and small law firms to increase referrals. Go to spotlightbranding.com/TLE for a better way to market your law practice.Ruby Receptionist - Virtual receptionist & live call services that will help you grow your office (and save money), one call at a time - to learn more, go to callruby.com/lawentrepreneur or call 844.895.7829Daylite - The all-in-one contact relationship manager. If you feel like it’s time to upgrade from spreadsheets to a CRM, visit marketcircle.com and get your first month free when you mention Law Entrepreneur.The Law Entrepreneur is a production of Crate Media

Sep 20, 2021 • 42min
284. Run Your Law Firm From Your Laptop with Kara Vaval
Kara Vaval is an attorney in the Fort Lauderdale area who has built her virtual practice from scratch. As a result of having to confront the problems many women unfortunately face in the legal industry when they decide to have children, she made the decision to set out on her own and go virtual in order to balance the roles of motherhood and business owner. She’s been able to take what she’s learned from the process and create a course helping legal practitioners thrive while working solo.Resources:laptoplifestylelawyer.comJoin the Build Your Virtual Law Firm Eventvaval-law.comJoin Lawyer Club FREE, where lawyers and law firm owners come to reclaim control of their firms and their lives! Plus, get the full list of Best AI Tools For Lawyers inside!Get in touch with Sam:MLA WebsiteLawyerClubPurchase Sam’s bookThe Law Entrepreneur websiteMy Legal Academy YoutubeMy Legal Academy LinkedInMy Legal Academy Facebook PageMy Legal Academy InstagramIf you’ve enjoyed the podcast, please head to Apple Podcasts and leave a rating & review for the show! It only takes a moment, and really helps me to reach new listeners. You can also head to the website at TheLawEntrepreneur.com for more information on the podcast and my legal services.--Thank you to our sponsors!Spotlight Branding - A legal marketing company that works with solo and small law firms to increase referrals. Go to spotlightbranding.com/TLE for a better way to market your law practice.Ruby Receptionist - Virtual receptionist & live call services that will help you grow your office (and save money), one call at a time - to learn more, go to callruby.com/lawentrepreneur or call 844.895.7829Daylite - The all-in-one contact relationship manager. If you feel like it’s time to upgrade from spreadsheets to a CRM, visit marketcircle.com and get your first month free when you mention Law Entrepreneur.Security+ - 29% of law firms have been hacked. Keep your firm safe with Security+’s new solution. You can grab their security checklist for free and lock in a 10% discount for life at securityplus.io/neil.The Law Entrepreneur is a production of Crate Media

Sep 13, 2021 • 36min
283. Specializing, Partnering & Creating Systems for Growth with Daniel Kramer
Daniel Kramer is the head of a successful personal injury law firm out of Los Angeles. He transitioned from a previous practice into this new specialization in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. We talk about what he had to do differently because of it, what has changed, and if he expects things to go back to how they were before. We also discuss finding strategic partners to accelerate growth and creating standard operating procedures for consistency.Resources:kramerlaw.comdkramer@kramerlaw.comJoin Lawyer Club FREE, where lawyers and law firm owners come to reclaim control of their firms and their lives! Plus, get the full list of Best AI Tools For Lawyers inside!Get in touch with Sam:MLA WebsiteLawyerClubPurchase Sam’s bookThe Law Entrepreneur websiteMy Legal Academy YoutubeMy Legal Academy LinkedInMy Legal Academy Facebook PageMy Legal Academy InstagramIf you’ve enjoyed the podcast, please head to Apple Podcasts and leave a rating & review for the show! It only takes a moment, and really helps me to reach new listeners. You can also head to the website at TheLawEntrepreneur.com for more information on the podcast and my legal services.--Thank you to our sponsors!Spotlight Branding - A legal marketing company that works with solo and small law firms to increase referrals. Go to spotlightbranding.com/TLE for a better way to market your law practice.Ruby Receptionist - Virtual receptionist & live call services that will help you grow your office (and save money), one call at a time - to learn more, go to callruby.com/lawentrepreneur or call 844.895.7829Daylite - The all-in-one contact relationship manager. If you feel like it’s time to upgrade from spreadsheets to a CRM, visit marketcircle.com and get your first month free when you mention Law Entrepreneur.Security+ - 29% of law firms have been hacked. Keep your firm safe with Security+’s new solution. You can grab their security checklist for free and lock in a 10% discount for life at securityplus.io/neil.The Law Entrepreneur is a production of Crate Media

Sep 6, 2021 • 44min
282. Have Your Marketing Taken Care of for You with Michael Saad
Michael Saad is the CEO and founder of the digital marketing firm Digital1010. What sets them apart from others in the field is the way they provide their services in a number of different ways: from white glove service to task-oriented concierge services in various areas of digital marketing and branding. He works with big companies and small firms alike, so he has solutions that will work at any level. We talk about the importance of knowing your marketing even if you plan to hire for it, the different solutions you can find for your marketing, and the cost of inaction.Resources:digital1010.comInstagram: @digital1010Email: msaad@digital1010.comLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/mnsaadJoin Lawyer Club FREE, where lawyers and law firm owners come to reclaim control of their firms and their lives! Plus, get the full list of Best AI Tools For Lawyers inside!Get in touch with Sam:MLA WebsiteLawyerClubPurchase Sam’s bookThe Law Entrepreneur websiteMy Legal Academy YoutubeMy Legal Academy LinkedInMy Legal Academy Facebook PageMy Legal Academy InstagramIf you’ve enjoyed the podcast, please head to Apple Podcasts and leave a rating & review for the show! It only takes a moment, and really helps me to reach new listeners. You can also head to the website at TheLawEntrepreneur.com for more information on the podcast and my legal services.--Thank you to our sponsors!Spotlight Branding - A legal marketing company that works with solo and small law firms to increase referrals. Go to spotlightbranding.com/TLE for a better way to market your law practice.Ruby Receptionist - Virtual receptionist & live call services that will help you grow your office (and save money), one call at a time - to learn more, go to callruby.com/lawentrepreneur or call 844.895.7829Daylite - The all-in-one contact relationship manager. If you feel like it’s time to upgrade from spreadsheets to a CRM, visit marketcircle.com and get your first month free when you mention Law Entrepreneur.Security+ - 29% of law firms have been hacked. Keep your firm safe with Security+’s new solution. You can grab their security checklist for free and lock in a 10% discount for life at securityplus.io/neil.The Law Entrepreneur is a production of Crate Media

Aug 30, 2021 • 47min
281. How to Turn Your Firm Into a Brand with Mike Kim
Mike Kim is a brand strategist for business thought leaders, coaches, authors, and anyone who wants to create impact with their ideas and get their message heard. He’s given a TED Talk and been featured on PBS, CNN, Fox, and more. He’s also the author of You Are The Brand. Attorneys tend to struggle with brand-building, especially solo or small firm practitioners who don’t have the money to spend on an advertising agency or brand manager. He’s worked with attorneys in the past and knows how to make the process easier.Resources:mikekim.comRead: You Are The BrandInstagram: @mikekimtvJoin Lawyer Club FREE, where lawyers and law firm owners come to reclaim control of their firms and their lives! Plus, get the full list of Best AI Tools For Lawyers inside!Get in touch with Sam:MLA WebsiteLawyerClubPurchase Sam’s bookThe Law Entrepreneur websiteMy Legal Academy YoutubeMy Legal Academy LinkedInMy Legal Academy Facebook PageMy Legal Academy InstagramIf you’ve enjoyed the podcast, please head to Apple Podcasts and leave a rating & review for the show! It only takes a moment, and really helps me to reach new listeners. You can also head to the website at TheLawEntrepreneur.com for more information on the podcast and my legal services.--Thank you to our sponsors!Spotlight Branding - A legal marketing company that works with solo and small law firms to increase referrals. Go to spotlightbranding.com/TLE for a better way to market your law practice.Ruby Receptionist - Virtual receptionist & live call services that will help you grow your office (and save money), one call at a time - to learn more, go to callruby.com/lawentrepreneur or call 844.895.7829Daylite - The all-in-one contact relationship manager. If you feel like it’s time to upgrade from spreadsheets to a CRM, visit marketcircle.com and get your first month free when you mention Law Entrepreneur.Security+ - 29% of law firms have been hacked. Keep your firm safe with Security+’s new solution. You can grab their security checklist for free and lock in a 10% discount for life at securityplus.io/neil.The Law Entrepreneur is a production of Crate Media

Aug 23, 2021 • 36min
280. Finding Your Niche & Expanding Outward with Justin Stivers
Justin Stivers is the owner of the Probate Firm, obviously focusing primarily on probate administration with some estate planning as well. There’s an interesting story of how Justin arrived at that specific niche, and how they grew into one of the preeminent firms in the area providing these services. Whatever field you are in, you’re going to find some value in this conversation with Justin.Resources:probatefirm.comLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/the-law-offices-of-justin-b-stivers-llcFacebook: facebook.com/TheProbateLawFirmInstagram: @theprobatelawfirmJoin Lawyer Club FREE, where lawyers and law firm owners come to reclaim control of their firms and their lives! Plus, get the full list of Best AI Tools For Lawyers inside!Get in touch with Sam:MLA WebsiteLawyerClubPurchase Sam’s bookThe Law Entrepreneur websiteMy Legal Academy YoutubeMy Legal Academy LinkedInMy Legal Academy Facebook PageMy Legal Academy InstagramIf you’ve enjoyed the podcast, please head to Apple Podcasts and leave a rating & review for the show! It only takes a moment, and really helps me to reach new listeners. You can also head to the website at TheLawEntrepreneur.com for more information on the podcast and my legal services.--Thank you to our sponsors!Spotlight Branding - A legal marketing company that works with solo and small law firms to increase referrals. Go to spotlightbranding.com/TLE for a better way to market your law practice.Ruby Receptionist - Virtual receptionist & live call services that will help you grow your office (and save money), one call at a time - to learn more, go to callruby.com/lawentrepreneur or call 844.895.7829Daylite - The all-in-one contact relationship manager. If you feel like it’s time to upgrade from spreadsheets to a CRM, visit marketcircle.com and get your first month free when you mention Law Entrepreneur.Security+ - 29% of law firms have been hacked. Keep your firm safe with Security+’s new solution. You can grab their security checklist for free and lock in a 10% discount for life at securityplus.io/neil.The Law Entrepreneur is a production of Crate Media

Aug 16, 2021 • 42min
279. How an Established Firm Keeps Up with Technological Change with Cara O’Brien
Cara O’Brien is the managing partner at The Law Office of Evan K. Thalenberg PA, a well-established firm in Baltimore. She shares how she joined that firm straight out of her clerkship before going on to steer it through the phases of growth, adaptation, and change that come with technology along with navigating the pandemic. She also brings the perspective of being a mother who is trying to raise a family while working in their practice.Resources:probonomom.comEmail: cobrien@ektlaw.comInstagram: @probonomomJoin Lawyer Club FREE, where lawyers and law firm owners come to reclaim control of their firms and their lives! Plus, get the full list of Best AI Tools For Lawyers inside!Get in touch with Sam:MLA WebsiteLawyerClubPurchase Sam’s bookThe Law Entrepreneur websiteMy Legal Academy YoutubeMy Legal Academy LinkedInMy Legal Academy Facebook PageMy Legal Academy InstagramIf you’ve enjoyed the podcast, please head to Apple Podcasts and leave a rating & review for the show! It only takes a moment, and really helps me to reach new listeners. You can also head to the website at TheLawEntrepreneur.com for more information on the podcast and my legal services.--Thank you to our sponsors!Spotlight Branding - A legal marketing company that works with solo and small law firms to increase referrals. Go to spotlightbranding.com/TLE for a better way to market your law practice.Ruby Receptionist - Virtual receptionist & live call services that will help you grow your office (and save money), one call at a time - to learn more, go to callruby.com/lawentrepreneur or call 844.895.7829Daylite - The all-in-one contact relationship manager. If you feel like it’s time to upgrade from spreadsheets to a CRM, visit marketcircle.com and get your first month free when you mention Law Entrepreneur.The Law Entrepreneur is a production of Crate Media

Aug 9, 2021 • 44min
278. Practicing from a Place of Giving & Abundance with Patricia Rodriguez
Patricia Rodriguez has a fascinating story about how she came to be in the position to attend the University of Southern California and ultimately Temple Law School. Despite all of that, she prefers not to focus on the past, instead looking to the future. As she puts it, “If you work to make every day a good day, once you put a couple of those together in a row then pretty soon you have a good life.” Her positive outlook shines through and gives a refreshing perspective to the profession.Resources:attorneyprod.comEmail: prod@attorneyprod.comJoin Lawyer Club FREE, where lawyers and law firm owners come to reclaim control of their firms and their lives! Plus, get the full list of Best AI Tools For Lawyers inside!Get in touch with Sam:MLA WebsiteLawyerClubPurchase Sam’s bookThe Law Entrepreneur websiteMy Legal Academy YoutubeMy Legal Academy LinkedInMy Legal Academy Facebook PageMy Legal Academy InstagramJoin Lawyer Club FREE, where lawyers and law firm owners come to reclaim control of their firms and their lives! Plus, get the full list of Best AI Tools For Lawyers inside!Get in touch with Sam:MLA WebsiteLawyerClubPurchase Sam’s bookThe Law Entrepreneur websiteMy Legal Academy YoutubeMy Legal Academy LinkedInMy Legal Academy Facebook PageMy Legal Academy InstagramIf you’ve enjoyed the podcast, please head to Apple Podcasts and leave a rating & review for the show! It only takes a moment, and really helps me to reach new listeners. You can also head to the website at TheLawEntrepreneur.com for more information on the podcast and my legal services.--Thank you to our sponsors!Spotlight Branding - A legal marketing company that works with solo and small law firms to increase referrals. Go to spotlightbranding.com/TLE for a better way to market your law practice.Ruby Receptionist - Virtual receptionist & live call services that will help you grow your office (and save money), one call at a time – to learn more, go to callruby.com/lawentrepreneur or call 844.895.7829Daylite - The all-in-one contact relationship manager. If you feel like it’s time to upgrade from spreadsheets to a CRM, visit marketcircle.com and get your first month free when you mention Law Entrepreneur.Security+ - 29% of law firms have been hacked. Keep your firm safe with Security+’s new solution. You can grab their security checklist for free and lock in a 10% discount for life at securityplus.io/neil.The Law Entrepreneur is a production of Crate Media


