
Personal Injury Mastermind
Law firm marketing and growth strategies that transform personal injury attorneys from local players to market leaders. Each week, successful PI firms share with host Chris Dreyer their exact systems for client acquisition, legal SEO mastery, and sustainable growth – giving you actionable steps to dominate your market. From solo practices to nationwide powerhouses, every episode delivers battle-tested tactics you can implement today. Personal Injury Mastermind (PIM) is powered by Rankings.ioYou'll hear from industry titans like Joe Fried (Fried Goldberg), Alexander Shunnarah, Dan Morgan (Morgan and Morgan), Jennifer Gore (Atlanta Personal Injury Law Group), and John Gomez (Gomez Trial Attorneys), who break down their law firm growth frameworks into steps you can follow. Whether you're launching your first practice or expanding into new markets, PIM delivers the marketing and operational insights you need to accelerate your firm's success.
Latest episodes

May 2, 2024 • 30min
247. Raymond Mieszaniec, EvenUp — Toolkit: Demand Letter Revolution, Increase Case Value, Supercharge Velocity, and Save Time with A.I.
In the cutthroat world of personal injury law, the stakes are high and the competition is fierce. To come out on top, firms need every advantage they can get. That's where Raymond Mieszaniec (@mieszaniec) and his powerhouse startup EvenUp come in.Raymond is the visionary co-founder of EvenUp (@EvenUpLaw), the AI-powered platform changing the demand letter game. It's THE tool for securing lightning-fast resolutions and jaw-dropping settlements for clients. EvenUp is increasing transparency in an industry of closed-door settlements and has quickly become the secret weapon of choice for PI attorneys across the country.Ray shares battle-tested strategies for ramping up case velocity, transforming your team into a squad of legal superheroes, and running a lean, mean, profit-generating machine.LinksWant to hear more from elite personal injury lawyers and industry-leading marketers?Follow us on social media for more.Rankings.io InstagramChris Dreyer InstagramRankings.io TwitterRankings.io WebsiteRaymond Mieszaniec LinkedInEvenUp WebsiteEvenUp Instagram Raymond Mieszaniec InstagramWhat’s in This Episode:
Who is Raymond Mieszaniec?
How AI can generate demand letters, saving five to ten hours per case.
How does EvenUp increase revenue per employee?
Why access to big data can increase settlements.
Past GuestsPast guests on Personal Injury Mastermind: Brent Sibley, Sam Glover, Larry Nussbaum, Michael Mogill, Brian Chase, Jay Kelley, Alvaro Arauz, Eric Chaffin, Brian Panish, John Gomez, Sol Weiss, Matthew Dolman, Gabriel Levin, Seth Godin, David Craig, Pete Strom, John Ruhlin, Andrew Finkelstein, Harry Morton, Shay Rowbottom, Maria Monroy, Dave Thomas, Marc Anidjar, Bob Simon, Seth Price, John Gomez, Megan Hargroder, Brandon Yosha, Mike Mandell, Brett Sachs, Paul Faust, Jennifer Gore-CuthbertAdditional Episodes You Might Enjoy
80. Mike Papantonio, Levin, Papantonio, & Rafferty — Doing Well by Doing Good
84. Glen Lerner, Lerner and Rowe – A Steady Hand in a Shifting Industry
101. Pratik Shah, EsquireTek — Discovering the Power of Automation
134. Darryl Isaacs, Isaacs & Isaacs — The Hammer: Insights from a Marketing Legend
104. Taly Goody, Goody Law Group — Finding PI Clients on TikTok
63. Joe Fried, Fried Goldberg LLC — How To Become An Expert And Revolutionize Your PI Niche
96. Brian Dean, Backlinko — Becoming a Linkable Source
83. Seth Godin — Differentiation: How to Make Your Law Firm a Purple Cow
73. Neil Patel, Neil Patel — Digital A New Approach to Content and Emerging Marketing Channels

Apr 25, 2024 • 31min
246. Ben Whitley, Whitley Law Firm — Legacy Firm Success: Authenticity, Adaptability, and Acceleration
Build a thriving practice that will stand the test of time. Todays guest is Benjamin Whitley, managing partner at The Whitley Law Firm (@whitleylawfirm), who shares his secrets to maintaining and scaling a legacy firm.With deep roots in North Carolina and a family legacy in law, Ben brings a unique perspective on how to serve the needs of modern clients while staying true to your firm's values. But what really sets him apart is his willingness to challenge traditional thinking and embrace innovation. From authentic branding that resonates with your community to adopting best practices from other industries, Ben reveals the strategies that have fueled his firm's remarkable growth. He also shares his insights on the power of collaboration and how surrounding yourself with the right team can help you focus on what you do best.Get your PIMCON Ticket Today!LinksWant to hear more from elite personal injury lawyers and industry-leading marketers?Follow us on social media for more.Rankings.io InstagramChris Dreyer InstagramRankings.io TwitterRankings.io WebsiteBen Whitley LinkedInThe Whitley Law Firm WebsiteThe Whitley Law Firm InstagramWhat’s in This Episode:
Who is Ben Whitley?
The case for saturating a territory before expanding.
How to translate trust and authority into a digital format.
Increasing the lifetime value of a client as a firm matures.
Past GuestsPast guests on Personal Injury Mastermind: Brent Sibley, Sam Glover, Larry Nussbaum, Michael Mogill, Brian Chase, Jay Kelley, Alvaro Arauz, Eric Chaffin, Brian Panish, John Gomez, Sol Weiss, Matthew Dolman, Gabriel Levin, Seth Godin, David Craig, Pete Strom, John Ruhlin, Andrew Finkelstein, Harry Morton, Shay Rowbottom, Maria Monroy, Dave Thomas, Marc Anidjar, Bob Simon, Seth Price, John Gomez, Megan Hargroder, Brandon Yosha, Mike Mandell, Brett Sachs, Paul Faust, Jennifer Gore-CuthbertAdditional Episodes You Might Enjoy
80. Mike Papantonio, Levin, Papantonio, & Rafferty — Doing Well by Doing Good
84. Glen Lerner, Lerner and Rowe – A Steady Hand in a Shifting Industry
101. Pratik Shah, EsquireTek — Discovering the Power of Automation
134. Darryl Isaacs, Isaacs & Isaacs — The Hammer: Insights from a Marketing Legend
104. Taly Goody, Goody Law Group — Finding PI Clients on TikTok
63. Joe Fried, Fried Goldberg LLC — How To Become An Expert And Revolutionize Your PI Niche
96. Brian Dean, Backlinko — Becoming a Linkable Source
83. Seth Godin — Differentiation: How to Make Your Law Firm a Purple Cow
73. Neil Patel, Neil Patel — Digital A New Approach to Content and Emerging Marketing Channels

Apr 18, 2024 • 31min
245. Chris O’Brien, CaptureNow — Toolkit: Capture Every Single Lead, Eliminate Call Wait Time and Maximize Human Capital
A missed call isn't just a missed opportunity - it's revenue directly leaking out of your marketing funnel. Yet most law firms fail to nail this critical intake process, whether it's inconsistent human interactions, apathetic call centers, or accepting that some leads will inevitably slip through the cracks.What if there was finally a solution to plug those marketing leaks for good? Introducing Capture Now (@capturenowlaw) - the legal industry's first automated AI call solution that guarantees you never miss another lead.In this episode, Chris O'Brien, Co-Founder of CaptureNow, reveals how their cutting-edge technology leverages AI to maximize marketing ROI, deliver platinum client experiences at unlimited scale, and empower your staff to focus on high-impact activities instead of reactive intake.If you want an unfair advantage to blow past competitors and truly convert more cases from your ad spend, you can't afford to miss O'Brien's invaluable insights. Reimagine your intake process as a hyper-effective, automated growth engine.Get your PIMCON Ticket Today! ( https://www.pimcon.org/ )LinksWant to hear more from elite personal injury lawyers and industry-leading marketers?Follow us on social media for more.Rankings.io InstagramChris Dreyer InstagramRankings.io TwitterRankings.io WebsiteChris O’Brien LinkedInCapture NowCapture Now LinkedinCapture Now InstagramWhat’s in This Episode:
Who is Chris O’Brian?
Why improved ring time is great for LSA.
Consumer reactions to AI over the phone.
How much does each call cost?
Past GuestsPast guests on Personal Injury Mastermind: Brent Sibley, Sam Glover, Larry Nussbaum, Michael Mogill, Brian Chase, Jay Kelley, Alvaro Arauz, Eric Chaffin, Brian Panish, John Gomez, Sol Weiss, Matthew Dolman, Gabriel Levin, Seth Godin, David Craig, Pete Strom, John Ruhlin, Andrew Finkelstein, Harry Morton, Shay Rowbottom, Maria Monroy, Dave Thomas, Marc Anidjar, Bob Simon, Seth Price, John Gomez, Megan Hargroder, Brandon Yosha, Mike Mandell, Brett Sachs, Paul Faust, Jennifer Gore-CuthbertAdditional Episodes You Might Enjoy
80. Mike Papantonio, Levin, Papantonio, & Rafferty — Doing Well by Doing Good
84. Glen Lerner, Lerner and Rowe – A Steady Hand in a Shifting Industry
101. Pratik Shah, EsquireTek — Discovering the Power of Automation
134. Darryl Isaacs, Isaacs & Isaacs — The Hammer: Insights from a Marketing Legend
104. Taly Goody, Goody Law Group — Finding PI Clients on TikTok
63. Joe Fried, Fried Goldberg LLC — How To Become An Expert And Revolutionize Your PI Niche
96. Brian Dean, Backlinko — Becoming a Linkable Source
83. Seth Godin — Differentiation: How to Make Your Law Firm a Purple Cow
73. Neil Patel, Neil Patel — Digital A New Approach to Content and Emerging Marketing Channels

Apr 11, 2024 • 32min
244. Brent Wisner, Wisner Baum — The Billion Dollar Litigator: Preparation, Immersion, Pressure
R. Brent Wisner has made history.The youngest lawyer ever to win a multi-billion dollar jury verdict didn't get there by luck. It was relentless preparation. Brent Wisner, the lead trial attorney and managing partner at Wisner Baum (@wisnerbaum) reveals hard-won insights that have earned him over $3 billion for clients. The stakes are high in these long-game litigations against corporate giants. Total courtroom domination requires total immersion in every scientific and legal detail of these complex cases. And Brent goes ALL in. Brent shares how he digs into the science before committing to take on a tort, how social media is an underutilized tool for pressuring change, and how to get into mass torts if you’re just starting out.LinksWant to hear more from elite personal injury lawyers and industry-leading marketers?Follow us on social media for more.Rankings.io InstagramChris Dreyer InstagramRankings.io TwitterRankings.io WebsiteR. Brent Wisner LinkedInWisner Baum WebsiteWisner Baum InstagramWisner Baum TikTokWhat’s in This Episode:
Who is Brent Wisner?
How a billion-dollar firm balances marketing and referrals for new cases.
How social media can be used to apply pressure in unexpected ways.
Advice from a legacy firm for attorneys looking to get into mass torts.
Past GuestsPast guests on Personal Injury Mastermind: Brent Sibley, Sam Glover, Larry Nussbaum, Michael Mogill, Brian Chase, Jay Kelley, Alvaro Arauz, Eric Chaffin, Brian Panish, John Gomez, Sol Weiss, Matthew Dolman, Gabriel Levin, Seth Godin, David Craig, Pete Strom, John Ruhlin, Andrew Finkelstein, Harry Morton, Shay Rowbottom, Maria Monroy, Dave Thomas, Marc Anidjar, Bob Simon, Seth Price, John Gomez, Megan Hargroder, Brandon Yosha, Mike Mandell, Brett Sachs, Paul Faust, Jennifer Gore-CuthbertAdditional Episodes You Might Enjoy
80. Mike Papantonio, Levin, Papantonio, & Rafferty — Doing Well by Doing Good
84. Glen Lerner, Lerner and Rowe – A Steady Hand in a Shifting Industry
101. Pratik Shah, EsquireTek — Discovering the Power of Automation
134. Darryl Isaacs, Isaacs & Isaacs — The Hammer: Insights from a Marketing Legend
104. Taly Goody, Goody Law Group — Finding PI Clients on TikTok
63. Joe Fried, Fried Goldberg LLC — How To Become An Expert And Revolutionize Your PI Niche
96. Brian Dean, Backlinko — Becoming a Linkable Source
83. Seth Godin — Differentiation: How to Make Your Law Firm a Purple Cow
73. Neil Patel, Neil Patel — Digital A New Approach to Content and Emerging Marketing Channels

Apr 4, 2024 • 30min
243. Micki Love, CJ Advertising — Toolkit: 10 Figure Firm, an Expert Blueprint for Growth
Micki Love, from CJ Advertising, shares tactics for PI firm growth - market insights, team staffing, messaging for trucking cases. Learn about optimizing intake processes, targeting specialized legal cases, and the effectiveness of tailored advertising strategies. Discover the benefits of near shoring in law firms and optimizing lead sources in legal marketing.

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Mar 28, 2024 • 29min
242. Angel Reyes, Reyes Browne Law — $1B and Counting: Managing and Marketing an Auto Empire
Angel Reyes, founder of Reyes Browne Law Firm, discusses managing a $1B auto empire. Topics include the power of digital marketing, the role of reviews in generating clients, and the importance of hiring the right people for growth.

Mar 21, 2024 • 32min
241. Tanner Jones, Consultwebs— Toolkit: Data-Backed and Results-Driven, The Digital Foundation for Growth
Deciding where to invest marketing dollars to maximize law firm growth can feel like throwing darts blindfolded. The options seem endless, while proven returns feel few. Tanner Jones, VP of Business Development at Consultwebs (@consultwebs) will help you hit your mark. With over 20 years of results-driven legal marketing experience, Consultwebs has seen it all - from the early "web business card" days to today's ever-evolving digital landscape. Tanner shares invaluable insider knowledge on new channels plus research-backed approaches to blend branding with sales activations for consistent client acquisition. You'll discover why data tracking matters more than gut decisions and learn key foundations essential for any firm embarking on digital marketing. Come away armed with actionable strategies, whether starting a new solo practice or expanding an established firm's market dominance.LinksWant to hear more from elite personal injury lawyers and industry-leading marketers?Follow us on social media for more.Rankings.io InstagramChris Dreyer InstagramRankings.io TwitterRankings.io WebsiteTanner Jones LinkedInConsultwebs Website Lawsome Podcast Consultwebs InstagramWhat’s in This Episode:
Who is Tanner Jones?
What's the most effective yet overlooked approach proven to maximize your law firm's growth and sustainability?
Wondering whether to devote limited budget to branding or sales activations for the best ROI? Hear what the research reveals.
Starting out on your own? What 3 digital no-brainer steps form the foundation to dominate the market from day one?
Past GuestsPast guests on Personal Injury Mastermind: Brent Sibley, Sam Glover, Larry Nussbaum, Michael Mogill, Brian Chase, Jay Kelley, Alvaro Arauz, Eric Chaffin, Brian Panish, John Gomez, Sol Weiss, Matthew Dolman, Gabriel Levin, Seth Godin, David Craig, Pete Strom, John Ruhlin, Andrew Finkelstein, Harry Morton, Shay Rowbottom, Maria Monroy, Dave Thomas, Marc Anidjar, Bob Simon, Seth Price, John Gomez, Megan Hargroder, Brandon Yosha, Mike Mandell, Brett Sachs, Paul Faust, Jennifer Gore-CuthbertAdditional Episodes You Might Enjoy
80. Mike Papantonio, Levin, Papantonio, & Rafferty — Doing Well by Doing Good
84. Glen Lerner, Lerner and Rowe – A Steady Hand in a Shifting Industry
101. Pratik Shah, EsquireTek — Discovering the Power of Automation
134. Darryl Isaacs, Isaacs & Isaacs — The Hammer: Insights from a Marketing Legend
104. Taly Goody, Goody Law Group — Finding PI Clients on TikTok
63. Joe Fried, Fried Goldberg LLC — How To Become An Expert And Revolutionize Your PI Niche
96. Brian Dean, Backlinko — Becoming a Linkable Source
83. Seth Godin — Differentiation: How to Make Your Law Firm a Purple Cow
73. Neil Patel, Neil Patel — Digital A New Approach to Content and Emerging Marketing Channels

Mar 14, 2024 • 28min
240. Charles Buist, Spetsas and Buist — Niche Authority: How to Find and Dominate Your Legal Blue Ocean
Charles Buist, Managing Partner of Spetsas and Buist, discusses identifying niche legal areas, dominating the market in dental med-mal, and streamlining cases for increased volume. He emphasizes the importance of providing value through education and referrals to establish authority in underserved niches.

Mar 7, 2024 • 29min
239. Jack Newton, Clio— Toolkit: Legal Tech, Streamline Legal Marketing, Intake, and Operations
Clio is the world’s leading legal practice management software trusted by over 150,000 legal professionals. Since creating Clio in 2008, CEO and Co-Founder, Jack Newton has spearheaded using data to make informed business decisions and choose solutions that drive long-term success. He shares his valuable perspectives on emerging industry opportunities and innovations specifically for personal injury firms. Law firm owners of any size will find Jack’s advice on growing your firm invaluable. LinksWant to hear more from elite personal injury lawyers and industry-leading marketers?Follow us on social media for more.Rankings.io InstagramChris Dreyer InstagramRankings.io TwitterRankings.io WebsiteJack Newton LinkedInClio WebsiteMatters PodcastWhat’s in This Episode:
Who is Jack Newton?
Why every firm should invest time and effort into Local Search Ads, or LSAs
How keeping the client journey in one location can boost marketing ROI and improve labor costs.
Why migrating to the right tools are worth it in the long run.
Past GuestsPast guests on Personal Injury Mastermind: Brent Sibley, Sam Glover, Larry Nussbaum, Michael Mogill, Brian Chase, Jay Kelley, Alvaro Arauz, Eric Chaffin, Brian Panish, John Gomez, Sol Weiss, Matthew Dolman, Gabriel Levin, Seth Godin, David Craig, Pete Strom, John Ruhlin, Andrew Finkelstein, Harry Morton, Shay Rowbottom, Maria Monroy, Dave Thomas, Marc Anidjar, Bob Simon, Seth Price, John Gomez, Megan Hargroder, Brandon Yosha, Mike Mandell, Brett Sachs, Paul Faust, Jennifer Gore-CuthbertAdditional Episodes You Might Enjoy
80. Mike Papantonio, Levin, Papantonio, & Rafferty — Doing Well by Doing Good
84. Glen Lerner, Lerner and Rowe – A Steady Hand in a Shifting Industry
101. Pratik Shah, EsquireTek — Discovering the Power of Automation
134. Darryl Isaacs, Isaacs & Isaacs — The Hammer: Insights from a Marketing Legend
104. Taly Goody, Goody Law Group — Finding PI Clients on TikTok
63. Joe Fried, Fried Goldberg LLC — How To Become An Expert And Revolutionize Your PI Niche
96. Brian Dean, Backlinko — Becoming a Linkable Source
83. Seth Godin — Differentiation: How to Make Your Law Firm a Purple Cow
73. Neil Patel, Neil Patel — Digital A New Approach to Content and Emerging Marketing Channels

Feb 29, 2024 • 33min
238. Corey Quinn — Vertical Marketing: Explosive Growth, One Niche at a Time
If you want to scale your personal injury firm towards nine figures — this is the growth mastermind you need to hear.In just seven years, Scorpion expanded from $20 million to over $150 million in revenue. They also employed over 900 new employees during that span. Meet the former CMO behind that incredible growth - Corey Quinn. He will reveal his proven playbook for dominating specific niches, smartly building off past success, and expanding firms with precision. The "Vertical Go-To-Market Strategist," Corey will help you rethink sequenced expansion so that you can take your personal injury firm to new heights.PIMConGet your tickets for PIMCon HERE.LinksWant to hear more from elite personal injury lawyers and industry-leading marketers?Follow us on social media for more.Rankings.io InstagramChris Dreyer InstagramRankings.io TwitterRankings.io WebsiteCorey Quinn LinkedInCorey Quinn WebsiteCorey Quinn XVertical Go-To-Market PodcastWhat’s in This Episode:
Who is Corey Quinn?
How to budget your way to nine-figures.
Why deep specialization is great for growth.
The best way to hire multiple bodies to keep up with rapid expansion.
Past GuestsPast guests on Personal Injury Mastermind: Brent Sibley, Sam Glover, Larry Nussbaum, Michael Mogill, Brian Chase, Jay Kelley, Alvaro Arauz, Eric Chaffin, Brian Panish, John Gomez, Sol Weiss, Matthew Dolman, Gabriel Levin, Seth Godin, David Craig, Pete Strom, John Ruhlin, Andrew Finkelstein, Harry Morton, Shay Rowbottom, Maria Monroy, Dave Thomas, Marc Anidjar, Bob Simon, Seth Price, John Gomez, Megan Hargroder, Brandon Yosha, Mike Mandell, Brett Sachs, Paul Faust, Jennifer Gore-CuthbertAdditional Episodes You Might Enjoy
80. Mike Papantonio, Levin, Papantonio, & Rafferty — Doing Well by Doing Good
84. Glen Lerner, Lerner and Rowe – A Steady Hand in a Shifting Industry
101. Pratik Shah, EsquireTek — Discovering the Power of Automation
134. Darryl Isaacs, Isaacs & Isaacs — The Hammer: Insights from a Marketing Legend
104. Taly Goody, Goody Law Group — Finding PI Clients on TikTok
63. Joe Fried, Fried Goldberg LLC — How To Become An Expert And Revolutionize Your PI Niche
96. Brian Dean, Backlinko — Becoming a Linkable Source
83. Seth Godin — Differentiation: How to Make Your Law Firm a Purple Cow
73. Neil Patel, Neil Patel — Digital A New Approach to Content and Emerging Marketing Channels