Adventures In Legal Tech

I spoke with an entrepreneurial attorney, who launched & grew a family law practice, in part by using social media. Episode Highlights 07:30 - Starting a law firm in an underrepresented area. 09:50 - Husband and wife’s early law firm days. 13:40 - Transition to focusing on management and branding. 15:05 - The significance of rebranding to Hera Law Group. 17:30 - Involvement of the managing partner in strategic decisions. 19:20 - Utilizing TikTok for legal marketing. 21:40 - Social media presence and its impact on team bonding. 24:30 - Use of various social media platforms. 28:10 - The role of chamber of commerce and bar association membership in networking. 30:00 - Marketing strategy emphasizing community involvement. 35:00 - The importance of client management software. 37:45 - Legal marketing within ethical boundaries. 41:00 - Use of hardware and branded products for marketing. 44:45 - Combining personal and professional social media content. Episode Resources Connect with Jared Correia jared@redcavelegal.com https://redcavelegal.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredcorreia https://twitter.com/RedCaveLegal www.linkedin.com/in/jaredcorreia/   Connect with Melissa Levine-Piro mpiro@heralawgroup.com   www.heralawgroup.com www.instagram.com/heralawgroup www.x.com/HeraLawGroup www.facebook.com/HeraLawGroupMA/ www.tiktok.com/@heralawgroup www.youtube.com/channel/UC3LzjlO5VvYkKorIu_OXrQQ www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-levine-piro-esq-4a30353/ www.linkedin.com/company/heralawgroup/ 

I talked to the managing partner of a mid-sized law firm, about the unconventional things she does to run the business + they work! Episode Highlights 01:16 - An Ruda’s approach to leadership using a “prisoner archetype” philosophy. 03:12 - Definition of different prisoner roles and how that applies to law firm dynamics. 06:37 - Emphasis on avoiding being a number four at Bartko LLP. 09:31 - Inclusivity policy—embracing diverse talents that fit Barco LLP. 13:39 - The importance of genuine investment in people over superficial diversity measures. 17:10 - Ruda’s advice to young lawyers: avoid imposter syndrome. 18:50 - Developing resilience through “mother bird” analogy in training and development. 22:19 - Insights on the importance of hiring skilled non-lawyers for specific roles in law firms. 28:19 - Adoption of transparent metrics to drive firm performance. 34:56 - Ruda’s clear stance on the profit motive of the business and its communication. 39:56 - Strategic move of purchasing a building and creating multi-use spaces. 44:00 - Innovative approaches to generate additional revenue streams beyond traditional billing. 48:01 - Exploration of investing in legal tech and trial services to stay competitive.   Episode Resources Connect with Jared Correia jared@redcavelegal.com https://redcavelegal.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredcorreia https://twitter.com/RedCaveLegal www.linkedin.com/in/jaredcorreia/ Connect with An Ruda aruda@bartkolaw.com https://bartkolaw.com/  

I talked with a legaltech founder and an experienced legaltech COO, about how software gets built and how lawyers benefit from it. Episode Highlights 10:35 - TJ’s Founder Story - Hot Tub Inspiration 15:47 - Decision to Share Software with the World 18:00 - AJ - Successful Partnerships and Mantra 22:02 - Olivia on Legal Automation Importance 26:32 - TJ on Knowledge Management Issues 32:45 - Integrating AI in ZenCase 35:57 - Olivia on Daily AI Use 39:05 - Raj’s AI Contributions to ZenCase 42:38 - Olivia’s Checklist for Switching Case Management Systems 46:15 - Importance of Future-Proof Solutions Episode Resources Connect with Jared Correia jared@redcavelegal.com https://redcavelegal.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredcorreia https://twitter.com/RedCaveLegal www.linkedin.com/in/jaredcorreia/ Connect with TJ Fraser and Olivia Mockel tj@zencase.com olivia@zencase.com https://zencase.com/  

I talked with a legal futurist and AI drafting expert about what legal documents will look at the end of the 2020s and beyond. Episode Highlights 04:03 - The evolving line between legal research and legal drafting. 04:44 - The distinction between use of AI for legal research versus drafting. 07:41 - The efficient transfer of information between AI tools for optimized legal work. 11:08 - Discussion of word processing tools and the potential move beyond Microsoft Word in legal drafting. 13:14 - The excitement around AI agents and the implications for legal tech systems. 20:38 - The value of drafting assembly technology across various practice areas, beyond corporate counsel. 22:37 - The issue of AI-generated hallucinations and fake cases in legal research. 26:51 - How AI can enhance lawyer creativity and reduce unnecessary complexity in legal documents. 28:48 - The potential for AI to fade into the background as a discussion topic and instead focus on improving legal drafting quality. Episode Resources Connect with Jared Correia jared@redcavelegal.com https://redcavelegal.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredcorreia https://twitter.com/RedCaveLegal www.linkedin.com/in/jaredcorreia/ Connect with Cain Elliott and John Rizner https://www.filevine.com/ 

Join host Jared Correia and guests Amy Davis & Kate Franke on the Legal Tech Non-Event Podcast as they discuss the intriguing move of merging solo law firms and the birth of BroadWing Legal. Tune in to uncover how these passionate attorneys navigate the complexities of technology integration and the mission to foster a female-centric personal injury practice. Expect insights, revelations, and a candid glimpse into running a client-focused firm. Episode Highlights 27:58 - Difficulties merging technology and case management systems. 32:53 - Bridging the gender gap in personal injury law. 35:47 - Emphasizing mentorship and creating a supportive environment for women lawyers. Episode Resources Connect with Jared Correia jared@redcavelegal.com https://redcavelegal.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredcorreia https://twitter.com/RedCaveLegal www.linkedin.com/in/jaredcorreia/ Connect with Amy Davis and Kate Franke https://www.broadwinglegal.com/  

I talked with an immigration attorney about how she uses social media to market her law practice, especially video. Episode Highlights 00:31 - Social Media Strategies for Law Firms 01:31 - Coffee Recommendations in Boston and Cambridge 04:03 - Starting a Law Practice Fresh Out of Law School 05:57 - Choosing Immigration Law 07:14 - The Appeal of Social Media Content Marketing 08:44 - Authenticity in Video Marketing 09:35 - Content Repurposing Decisions 10:55 - Selecting Social Media Platforms 13:25 - Addressing Non-Legal Topics to Engage Audience 14:17 - Content Creation: Software and Tools 15:50 - Getting Comfortable on Video 16:51 - Drawing Inspiration from Non-Lawyer Content Creators 18:52 - Starting a Law Firm: Focus on Marketing 21:16 - Naming a Law Firm: Choosing a Brand Name 23:09 - The Inspirational Source Behind "Hope Immigration Law"   Episode Resources Connect with Jared Correia jared@redcavelegal.com https://redcavelegal.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredcorreia https://twitter.com/RedCaveLegal www.linkedin.com/in/jaredcorreia/ Connect with Sarah Parker https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEibnj6P2clXCekpHFrcU3A https://www.hopeimmigrationlaw.com/ sarah@hopeimmigrationlaw.com  

Lawyer Lindsey Egan discusses transitioning from solo practice to building a small firm, highlighting legal tech challenges, network building, client focus, remote work adaptation, use of Clio and other tools, staff hiring, project management with Trello, feedback methods, and future firm vision.

I talked with a small town lawyer about how he built + maintains his law practice. Episode Highlights 04:32 - Small-town practice and lifestyle. 05:26 - Leveraging coaching for networking. 08:38 - Starting a law firm during an economic downturn. 09:56 -  Acquiring a law firm as a newcomer to the town. 12:02 - Transition and benefits of firm acquisition. 13:39 - Importance of name recognition in acquisition. 16:03 - Niche practice vs. general practice in small towns. 18:20 - Adapting to market fluctuations in real estate law. 20:07 - Exploring new practice areas during market downtrends. 21:50 - Adapting to technology in legal practice. 23:55 - Navigating the hiring challenges in a small town. 26:00 - The advantages of word-of-mouth in hiring. 28:03 - Reflection on running a small-town law practice.   Episode Resources Connect with Jared Correia jared@redcavelegal.com https://redcavelegal.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredcorreia https://twitter.com/RedCaveLegal  www.linkedin.com/in/jaredcorreia/ Connect with Nate Tripp https://www.garygruberlaw.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathaniel-a-tripp-bb567b17?original_referer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bing.com%2F  

For the fourth episode of our special series with ProfitSolv, we discuss how to set rates for law firms + how to leverage legaltech to create a streamlined billing program with ProfitSolv’s Joyce Brafford. [SPONSORED by RocketMatter] Episode Highlights 07:56 - Discussing law firm fee setting and market research. 12:44 - Strategies for resetting fees in existing law firms. 15:11 - Importance of law practice management systems. 18:34 -  Subscription services and alternative billing models. 22:03 - Automating billing and payment collection. 24:55 - Managing accounts receivable and billing in advance. 27:01 - Dealing with LEDES billing and granular billing for insurance companies. 28:38 - Client perception on legal fees and building trust versus pricing. Episode Resources Connect with Jared Correia jared@redcavelegal.com https://redcavelegal.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredcorreia https://twitter.com/RedCaveLegal www.linkedin.com/in/jaredcorreia/ Connect with Joyce Brafford https://www.rocketmatter.com/ https://www.profitsolv.com/  

I talked with an employment lawyer about how he has built and managed an automated intake workflow for his law practice. Episode Highlights 09:18 - Tony shares his journey from solo practice to establishing Monarch Law LLC, illustrating the growth and rebranding of his legal practice, emphasizing the importance of evolving the firm's identity to transcend personal branding for scalability and client engagement. 15:12 - The discussion around the firm's rebrand to Monarch Law and the significance of the name and logo to convey transformation, technology, and treating clients like royalty. 19:50 - The guest underscores the efficiency gained in internal operations and client handling by transitioning to a more inclusive firm name, allowing for better distribution of work among staff. 21:24 - Tony details his selection process for Cleo Grow as his intake management software, underscoring the value of recommendations, integrations with existing systems, and feature sets in making the decision. 25:27 - The benefits of using a structured pipeline for client intake in employment law are highlighted, with a focus on filtering through the large volume of leads to determine which ones warrant further consultation. 29:03 - Tony boasts about his process improvements, managing to reduce intake calls from an hour to fifteen minutes via an effective, well-crafted intake form and approach. 39:58 - Tony passionately endorses using a CRM like Cleo Grow to track potential clients, streamline operations, and gather valuable data for business growth, emphasizing its seamless integration with Cleo Manage. Episode Resources Connect with Jared Correia jared@redcavelegal.com https://redcavelegal.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredcorreia   https://twitter.com/RedCaveLegal www.linkedin.com/in/jaredcorreia/ Connect with Tony Interlandi tony@monarchlawct.com https://www.monarchlawct.com/