They Don't Teach This in Law School

Send us a textCynthia Thomas and Sophia Lingos stop by for the first double-guest episode! We delve into the essentials of financial literacy for lawyers and discuss how new generations are reshaping the industry's image without sacrificing the gravitas of the profession. If you've ever felt like a wallflower at a networking event, this conversation also promises strategies to break the ice and forge connections that matter. Plus, we're ringing in the digital age by dissecting how attorney networking is evolving!Register for the ABA TechShow, held February 14-17 in Chicago!- Learn more about Law Firm Alchemy- Connect with Charley on LinkedIn

Send us a textCraig Goldenfarb is ready to be an open book. Between his 7-Figure Attorney Summit, held every year, and podcast episodes like this one, Craig gladly gives away the big ideas for his law firm to other lawyers and firm owners.During this episode, we dive deep into the leadership and culture systems behind his 8-figure Florida personal injury firm.Tune in for an exceptional discussion, and then make sure you sign up for the 7-Figure Attorney Summit, held April 11, 2024, in Boston!- Learn more about Law Firm Alchemy- Connect with Charley on LinkedIn

Send us a textEver wonder why some lawyers seem to have a secret edge? In a riveting chat with my mentor Dave Frees, we unravel the mysteries that traditional law school curriculums gloss over, focusing on the art of masterful communication and the business savvy needed to excel in legal practice. Dave, an interrogation and communication maestro, breaks down the invaluable techniques lawyers must adopt to not only argue a case but to deeply understand and connect with clients, manage stress effectively, and build a thriving legal business.Strap in for a strategic deep-dive as we explore the military-born wisdom of the OODA Loop and its powerful application to entrepreneurial law firms. Dave lays out how observing, orienting, deciding, and acting with precision can give you a competitive edge, streamline client interactions, and refine your team-building skills.

Send us a textWe continue our series on how to create an investment worthy law firm! This week, it’s all about MARKETING. What does “scale” mean? How will private equity view marketing systems? All that and more on this week’s episode!- Connect with Charley on LinkedIn- Sign up for the Law Firm Alchemy email list

Send us a textImagine transforming your law practice into a dynamic income-earning machine that thrives even without your constant touch. Joey Vitale, owner of Indie Law and Skybreaker Group, pulls back the curtain on this very journey.Tackling the myths and realities of hiring a virtual assistant (VA), we dissect the hesitations that hold many law firms back. Learn how a part-time VA can become a cornerstone of your operation, growing from managing your calendar to becoming a trusted cog in the firm's wheel, as you embrace the art of delegation. Furthermore, we reveal how to harmonize synchronous and asynchronous work with VAs across the globe, transforming night-shift work into a strategic advantage and underlining the profound impact of an empowered VA stepping into a managerial role.- Learn more about Indie Law (for trademarks)- Learn more about Skybreaker Group- Learn more about Law Firm Alchemy- Connect with Charley on LinkedIn

Send us a textLeading a team in your law firm isn’t easy. Daniel Izquierdo understands this and is honest about his personal and professional growth journey. Get ready for real candor and battle proven strategies for firm owners!- Learn more about IZ Legal- Learn more about Law Firm Alchemy- Connect with Charley on LinkedIn

Send us a textHow do you create a repeatable business model in your practice? This is the secret to scale and a key part of developing a law firm worth investment. Learn how to set up your firm for quick growth and how to structure the services you offer in a way that is easy to repeat over and over again.Don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss out on another one of these episodes!- Connect with Charley on LinkedIn- Sign up for the Law Firm Alchemy email list

Send us a textWe have the Long-haired Lawyer on our show this week! Wish your law firm's brand stood out more? Trying to gain an edge against the sea of competitors in your community?Tyler O'Brien shares his perception of the profession and what he does to stand out while generating steady growth in his law firm.Learn how to inject more individuality and authenticity in your personal and law firm brand in this week's episode of "They Don't Teach This in Law School!"- Learn more about The Longhair Lawyer- Connect with Tyler on LinkedIn- Learn more about Law Firm Alchemy- Connect with Charley on LinkedIn

Send us a textWhat started as a monologue under the title, "Why Would I Buy Your Law Firm," this is now the start of a series of episodes covering what an "investment grade" law firm looks like.Tune in to this first part of something special from the show...- Connect with Charley on LinkedIn- Sign up for the Law Firm Alchemy email list

Send us a textThe superb Tim Semelroth joins the show to talk referral marketing, the ongoing talent acquisition game, how to stick to the basics while you also investigate shiny objects in marketing, and a whole lot more. Tim's firm in Iowa experienced massive growth in the last decade, and he shares many of the secrets behind his success, including one employee he thinks every law firm should hire!- Learn more about Tim's law firm- Connect with Tim on LinkedIn- Learn more about Law Firm Alchemy- Connect with Charley on LinkedIn