Discovery is one of the most tedious parts of the personal injury litigation process. You and your staff may spend as long as ten hours working on discovery for just one case. But what would you say if we told you there’s a way you can cut that time down to just two hours?That’s exactly what Pratik Shah and Esquire Tek are doing for their clients. In addition to being a co-founder and CEO of Esquire Tek, Pratik is the associate director of litigation at Panish | Shea | Boyle | Ravipudi LLP. In 2021, he was named one of the Top 15 Attorneys Disrupting the Legal Industry, and he’s been named a Super Lawyers Rising Star multiple times. This week, we talk to Pratik about how Esquire Tek works and how it can help attorneys streamline their discovery process and better scale their operations. We also discuss how artificial intelligence is already changing the PI space and what changes we might expect to see in the future. Discover Maria and Pratik’s thoughts on using Chat GPT for advice on your love life on this episode of the Tip the Scales podcast!Our listeners will get an exclusive discount waiving the $295 activation fee when they sign up for Esquire Tek. Use code LAWRANK when you register at https://www.esquiretek.com/Key Takeaways:Esquire Tek can make the discovery process much easier. Using AI, the company can cut down the average time of discovery for a case from ten hours to two hours. Pratik and his team are also dedicated to making sure that their software is really useful to every one of their clients.AI is already transforming the legal space. Companies like Esquire Tek and EvenUp are already utilizing this technology to make life easier for lawyers, and many other companies are working on similar software. But far from killing the legal industry, Pratik believes AI can free up lawyers’ time to expand the cases they take on.While AI can be a powerful asset, you do have to be careful with it. Programs like Chat GPT have clauses specifying that the information you give them will be stored and use to train the programs. You need to limit how you use the program to ensure that you aren’t compromising client confidentiality.Get your free competitor report at lawrank.com/reportTip The Scales PodcastTip the Scales InstagramMaria Monroy InstagramMaria Monroy LinkedInLawRank WebsiteLawRank InstagramLawRank FacebookLawRank LinkedInLawRank TwitterEsquire Tek WebsiteEsquire Tek InstagramEsquire Tek FacebookPanish | Shea | Boyle | Ravipudi WebsitePanish | Shea | Boyle | Ravipudi InstagramPanish | Shea | Boyle | Ravipudi FacebookPanish | Shea | Boyle | Ravipudi TwitterPanish | Shea | Boyle | Ravipudi LinkedInPrevious Guests: Bob Simon, Gary Sarner, Jen Gore-Cuthbert, Muhammad Ramadan, Amanda Baggett, Sara Williams, Joe Fried, Bibi Fell, Sahm Manouchehri, Sevy Fisher, Taly Goody, Teresa Diep, Dan Ambrose, Rick Ferri, Glen Lerner, and many othersOther episodes you might enjoy: 17. Fireproof: Maximize Firm Profit with EOS29. Be the Frontier: Exploring New Technologies to Grow Your Firm

Crunch the Numbers: Using Big Data to Achieve Better VerdictsToo often, lawyers use guesswork to make decisions in cases worth tens of millions of dollars. And while gut feelings can be powerful, what if you could make decisions based on hard data instead? That’s exactly what John Campbell is helping lawyers do every day.John has come up with an innovative method of using scientific survey techniques to predict outcomes of jury trials. His studies can tell you whether you’re likely to win or lose a case, how much compensation you’re likely to get from a jury, and even how you should structure your case to get the best verdict. John developed this technique during his tenure as a professor at the University of Denver Sturm College of Law, and to date, he’s helped lawyers recover nearly $2 billion in trial.This week, John walks us through how his system works and the amazing results they’ve seen. Learn how your firm can start making better-informed decisions in trial, from jury selection to your closing argument.Key takeawaysBig data can help you get better verdicts. John’s system has proven to be incredibly accurate at predicting what a jury will award in a case. Not only can you make sure you’re not asking so much that the jury will vote against you, but you can make sure you’re not leaving any money on the table.The earlier you start studying the case, the more options you have. If you call John in two weeks before trial, he can perform a study, but you’ll be limited in the changes you can make to get the best result. If you call him in early, he can help you shape your case to get the best possible outcome. Creating empathy with the jury is key. Using techniques like “the man in the black suit” can help jurors start to put themselves in the plaintiff’s shoes. This may make them more likely to return a larger settlement for your client.To contact John Campbell, visit his website (below) or text him at (314) 249-2500.Tip The Scales PodcastTip the Scales InstagramMaria Monroy InstagramMaria Monroy LinkedInLawRank WebsiteLawRank InstagramLawRank FacebookLawRank LinkedInLawRank TwitterCampbell Law, LLC WebsitePrevious Guests: Bob Simon, Gary Sarner, Jen Gore-Cuthbert, Muhammad Ramadan, Amanda Baggett, Sara Williams, Joe Fried, Bibi Fell, Sahm Manouchehri, Sevy Fisher, Taly Goody, Teresa Diep, Dan Ambrose, Rick Ferri, Glen Lerner, and many othersOther episodes you might enjoy:6. Pick a Winning Jury: Make the Emotional Connection20. Courage and Intention: How Radical Honesty Creates Stronger Attorneys28. Study Connection: Learning from the Best to Improve Your Communication36. Spotlight on EvenUp: Leveraging AI to Level the PI Playing Field38. Keep Your Balance: Focusing on What Matters Most

Oftentimes, we feel powerless in our lives. You may feel like things happen to you outside of your control and that, no matter how hard you try, you can’t create a life that feels joyfully authentic. David Bayer is here to tell you that you do have the power to cultivate a richer life and that it all starts with changing your mindset.David Bayer believes he has unlocked the secret to the next level of human evolution. He now hosts seminars and coaching programs teaching people how to rewire their minds to create fuller lives. In the last seven years, David and his wife, Carol, have built their business from nothing to a $25 million empire that has reached tens of thousands of entrepreneurs, organizations, and individuals.This week, we talk to David about his views on manifestation and personal power, as well as how changing your mindset can completely transform your life. Learn how to create a life of abundance simply by shifting your perspective on this week’s episode of Tip the Scales.Key takeawaysYour instinctive reactions are a gift, not a curse. These reactions served you at one point in life, but they may have become unhealthy for where you are now. Through the practice of surrendering, you can learn to process those reactions in healthier, more helpful ways.You can change to become your most authentic self. Self-work may change you, but that doesn’t mean you’re losing yourself in the process. Rather, you may be growing to become the most authentic version of yourself, free of behaviors that others taught you.You can create a life of abundance for yourself. Many people feel as though they have no control over the things that happen to them in life. But you can create a life of abundance and joy for yourself simply by shifting your mindset.Get your free competitor report at LawRank.com/ReportTip The Scales PodcastTip the Scales InstagramMaria Monroy InstagramMaria Monroy LinkedInLawRank WebsiteLawRank InstagramLawRank FacebookLawRank LinkedInLawRank TwitterDavid Bayer WebsiteDavid Bayer InstagramDavid Bayer FacebookDavid Bayer LinkedInDavid Bayer TwitterDavid Bayer YouTubePrevious Guests: Bob Simon, Gary Sarner, Jen Gore-Cuthbert, Muhammad Ramadan, Amanda Baggett, Sara Williams, Joe Fried, Bibi Fell, Sahm Manouchehri, Sevy Fisher, Taly Goody, Teresa Diep, Dan Ambrose, Rick Ferri, Glen Lerner, and many othersOther episodes you might enjoy:20. Courage and Intention: How Radical Honesty Creates Stronger Attorneys34. Expand Your Horizon: Maintaining a Growth Mindset39. Be a Champion: Unleashing Wellness for Victorious Verdicts 

One of the keys to being a successful lawyer is always looking for ways to grow and improve. Learning to use new technological tools, doing self-work, and shaking things up at your firm can help you stay at the top of your game. Darryl Isaacs has perfected this skill over the course of his immensely successful career.Darryl — better known as The Hammer — has been fighting for justice for his clients for over thirty years. His firm has recovered a staggering $2 billion for their clients since they got started. And his Brain Trust Legal Group has offered fellow attorneys a host of opportunities to expand their horizons.This week, Darryl sits down with us to talk about the growth opportunities he’s currently pursuing. We discuss his experience at Gerry Spence’s Trial Lawyers College and talk about how he keeps the lawyers in his firm hungry for success. We also get a sneak peek into this year’s Brain Trust Legal Group Legal marketing Summit, as well as an exclusive discount code!Key TakeawaysEmbrace technological changes. AI and social media are rapidly changing the landscape of the legal industry. But fighting them will only leave you trying to play catchup with your competitors. Instead, it’s best to figure out how to use these new tools to make your firm better and more efficient.Keep your firm dynamic. Over time, it can be easy for your firm to slip into a rut and for your lawyers to get complacent. Reevaluate from time to time, find ways to keep your team hungry, and don’t be afraid to shift things around if it will make your firm stronger in the long run.Look for growth opportunities. There are tons of opportunities for lawyers to do self-work, both personally and professionally. From Gerry Spence’s Trial Lawyers College to Darryl’s The Brain Trust Legal Group Legal Marketing Summit, find opportunities to improve your skills and grow on a personal level.Use Code LAWRANK to get $500 off your registration for The Brain Trust Legal Group Legal Marketing Summit!Get your free competitor report at www.lawrank.com/reportTip The Scales PodcastTip the Scales InstagramTip the Scales FacebookTip the Scales YouTubeTip the Scales TikTokMaria Monroy InstagramMaria Monroy LinkedInLawRank WebsiteLawRank InstagramLawRank FacebookLawRank LinkedInLawRank TwitterIsaacs & Isaacs WebsiteIsaacs & Isaacs YouTubeIsaacs & Isaacs FacebookIsaacs & Isaacs LinkedInIsaacs & Isaacs TwitterCulture Amp WebsitePrevious Guests: Bob Simon, Gary Sarner, Jen Gore-Cuthbert, Muhammad Ramadan, Amanda Baggett, Sara Williams, Joe Fried, Bibi Fell, Sahm Manouchehri, Sevy Fisher, Taly Goody, Teresa Diep, Dan Ambrose, Rick Ferri, Glen Lerner, and many othersOther episodes you might enjoy: 2. The 2 Billion Dollar Man: Lessons from 30 Years of Law7. Hiring Systems: Find your "A" Team13. Relentless Discipline: Success and the Power of Perspective14. Brett Schreiber, Singleton Schreiber - 10,000 Active Cases: Lessons from Lawyer of the Year31. Build Your Team: Fostering a Culture of Continuous Improvement

Winning big verdicts at trial takes more than just having the facts in order. As a lawyer, you need to be at your best, ready to pivot to meet any new challenge as it arises. You are your clients’ champion, and you need to be battle-ready as soon as you step into the courtroom.Kurt Zaner’s strict health regimen has helped him achieve some truly groundbreaking results for his clients. He secured the biggest premises liability verdict in the history of Colorado, and in 2017, he was recognized for getting two of the biggest verdicts of the year across all practice areas. Kurt has been named one of the Top 100 Trial Lawyers, Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers Rising Stars, and Top 3 Best Rated Denver Injury Lawyers.This week, Kurt digs into the health routine he uses while he’s in trial to stay at his sharpest. We talk about some of his biggest verdicts and the Hollywood-worthy maneuvers that helped him win those cases. Discover the lessons Game of Thrones can teach us as trial lawyers and learn why you should consider taking an acting class on this week’s episode of Tip the Scales.Key takeaways:Find the routines that keep you at your best. Kurt uses a combination of cold plunging, breathing techniques, and clean eating to keep him sharp during trial. Taking care of yourself can help you be on top of your game and get better results for your clients.Be a champion for your clients. As a lawyer, your job is often to fight for those who can’t fight for themselves. Remembering that responsibility can change how you approach cases, both in and out of the courtroom.Be authentically yourself. It can be easy to feel like you have to step into the role of “lawyer” as soon as you get in front of a jury. But when you allow yourself to be a person first and a lawyer second, you can better connect with a jury.Get your free competitor report at Lawrank.com/reportTip The Scales PodcastTip the Scales InstagramMaria Monroy InstagramMaria Monroy LinkedInLawRank WebsiteLawRank InstagramLawRank FacebookLawRank LinkedInLawRank TwitterZaner Harden Law WebsiteZaner Harden Law FacebookZaner Harden Law InstagramZaner Harden Law LinkedInPrevious Guests: Bob Simon, Gary Sarner, Jen Gore-Cuthbert, Muhammad Ramadan, Amanda Baggett, Sara Williams, Joe Fried, Bibi Fell, Sahm Manouchehri, Sevy Fisher, Taly Goody, Teresa Diep, Dan Ambrose, Rick Ferri, Glen Lerner, and many othersOther episodes you might enjoy: 2. The 2 Billion Dollar Man: Lessons from 30 Years of Law13. Relentless Discipline: Success and the Power of Perspective20. Courage and Intention: How Radical Honesty Creates Stronger Attorneys27. Find Your Footing: Growing Confidence and Prioritizing Health28. Study Connection: Learning from the Best to Improve Your Communication

So many of us go through life every day feeling like we have little control over what happens to us. Planes get delayed, kids get sick, and we find ourselves frustrated, stressed, and generally unhappy. And while we may not be able to stop travel delays or illnesses, Joe Fried believes that we do have control over how we respond to these situations.Joe has been challenging his preconceived notions about how the world works and how we should respond to the people we encounter every day. Not only has this helped him to become calmer and happier in his personal life, but he is also bringing these ideas to his work in the courtroom. Joe is among the top truck accident lawyers in the country, and has, in fact, been named Trucking Trial Lawyer of the Year.This week, we’re delighted to welcome Joe back to the podcast to talk about how the work he’s doing in his personal life translates to his success in trial. We reexamine the assumptions we make every day, discuss the power of empathy, and dig into the work Joe is doing to help empower women in the legal field.Key TakeawaysEverything works out okay in the end. Even things that may be painful or frightening in the moment will eventually become something you can move past and accept as part of your path. Spending time worrying about whether something will work out okay is just wasted energy. You can control your beliefs and outlook on the world. Many of us feel like we don’t have any control over the things that shape the way we view the world. But you can make a conscious choice to change your preconceptions and shift how you view a situation.Being a good lawyer doesn’t always mean being tough. Oftentimes, lawyers — especially women — feel like they have to present a front of being tough, badass, and no-nonsense. But being empathetic, vulnerable, and even emotional in front of a jury can sometimes help you get a better result for your client.Get your free competitor report at lawrank.com/reportTip The Scales PodcastTip the Scales InstagramMaria Monroy InstagramMaria Monroy LinkedInLawRank WebsiteLawRank InstagramLawRank FacebookLawRank LinkedInLawRank TwitterFried Goldberg WebsiteFried Goldberg TwitterJoe Fried LinkedInPrevious Guests: Bob Simon, Gary Sarner, Jen Gore-Cuthbert, Muhammad Ramadan, Amanda Baggett, Sara Williams, Joe Fried, Bibi Fell, Sahm Manouchehri, Sevy Fisher, Taly Goody, Teresa Diep, Dan Ambrose, Rick Ferri, Glen Lerner, and many othersOther episodes you might enjoy:4. Make the Choice: Champion for Kindness16. Own Your Career: Empowering Female Trial Attorneys20. Courage and Intention: How Radical Honesty Creates Stronger Attorneys21. Compassion Through Crisis: Discovering Strength in Vulnerability

Sean Claggett learned first-hand that health scares can change the course of your life. After surviving a near-death experience, he decided to take the leap into trial law. Sean has since built a successful career and now shares his skills and advice with newer lawyers.Sean is the founder of Claggett & Sykes Law Firm, which has recovered over $300 million for their clients. In 2017, the Nevada Justice Association named him Trial Lawyer of the Year. He was also named a Mountain States Super Lawyer every year from 2014 to 2022. In addition to his work at Claggett & Sykes, Sean is an adjunct professor at UNLV’s William S. Boyd School of Law.On this week’s episode, we talk about how Sean’s remarkable career got started and how he prioritizes his well-being while maintaining a full trial schedule. He talks to us about the role music plays in helping him connect with juries. And we dive into parenting and how Sean is raising two remarkable kids.Key TakeawaysPrioritize your health. Sean survived a near-death experience that helped him shift his perspective on life and law. Learning to recognize signs of burnout and make time for recovery can help you avoid a similar lesson.Trust your skills. When you’re first starting out, you may feel like you just got lucky on a case or that you’re a one-hit-wonder. Don’t let imposter syndrome ruin your confidence; instead, stay the course and let your work speak for itself.Find the emotional connection. Getting a jury to connect emotionally to a case can be extremely helpful in getting a win in your cases. Find creative ways to foster that connection, whether that be through music or another method.Tip The Scales PodcastTip the Scales InstagramMaria Monroy InstagramMaria Monroy LinkedInLawRank WebsiteLawRank InstagramLawRank FacebookLawRank LinkedInLawRank TwitterClaggett & Sykes WebsiteClaggett & Sykes InstagramClaggett & Sykes FacebookClaggett & Sykes LinkedInClaggett & Sykes Twitter

Building a brand is hard work. From choosing a market segment and a name to finding marketing opportunities that you can afford, it takes a lot of time, effort, and money. And it can be even more challenging when you’re trying to break into a market as competitive as Las Vegas.Justin Watkins of Battle Born Injury Lawyers has seen his marketing efforts return remarkable profits. Battle Born Injury Lawyers has recovered over $100 million for their clients, including several individual verdicts well over $1 million. Justin has been named one of southern Nevada’s Top 150 lawyer every year for nine years running, and in 2016, he was elected to the Nevada Assembly.This week, Justin sits down with us to talk about how he started Battle Born Injury Lawyers and how he uses a variety of marketing channels to maximize his ROI. We also discuss the death of his friend and business partner, Troy Atkinson. Key takeawaysDiversify your marketing. Billboards, radio ads, TV ads, SEO, and social media can all work together to get you more conversions and a higher ROI. A potential customer may drive by your billboard, see an ad on social media, and then recognize your name when it comes up in their search for a lawyer and decide to give you a call instead of your competitor.Don’t be afraid to make changes in your firm. As your marketing begins to work, you may find that the systems you have in place don’t meet your needs with the larger volume of calls you’re receiving. Be willing to scrap the systems that don’t work for you any more, and set up scalable processes that can sustain this new level of growth.Be grateful for every day. Justin’s business partner, Troy Atkinson, lost his life to colon cancer in 2016, but right to the end, he fought for every day he had. Today, Justin focuses on appreciating every day he has to live, work, and carry on Troy’s legacy.Tip The Scales PodcastTip the Scales InstagramMaria Monroy InstagramMaria Monroy LinkedInLawRank WebsiteLawRank InstagramLawRank FacebookLawRank LinkedInLawRank TwitterBattle Born WebsiteBattle Born FacebookBattle Born TwitterBattle Born InstagramBattle Born YouTubeBattle Born LinkedInPrevious Guests: Bob Simon, Gary Sarner, Jen Gore-Cuthbert, Muhammad Ramadan, Amanda Baggett, Sara Williams, Joe Fried, Bibi Fell, Sahm Manouchehri, Sevy Fisher, Taly Goody, Teresa Diep, Dan Ambrose, Rick Ferri, Glen Lerner, and many othersOther episodes you might enjoy:10. Punch Above Your Weight: Success On Any Budget11. Outshine the Competition: Authentic Branding and Wise Spending12. From $7 to $7 Million: Mobile Advertising and Optimism18. Accelerate Your Firm: Intake and Understanding Revenue21. Compassion Through Crisis: Discovering Strength in Vulnerability

As you grow your legal practice, it can be tempting to focus in on one specific area. And while diving deep into a specialty can be good, it’s important to remember not to limit yourself. Referrals can be one of your best friends, both in getting new cases and in expanding the scope of your practice.Jeremy Tissot of The Tissot Law Firm is a pro at both referring cases to attorneys who specialize in other areas of law and handling cases that get referred to his firm. He has become one of the leading experts on litigating traumatic brain injury cases, and in fact, is a faculty member and featured speaker at TBI MedLegal conferences. Jeremy has taken more than 2,000 depositions over the course of his career and has been first chair on over thirty jury trials.Today, we talk about when you should refer a case to another lawyer and how to make sure your intake team is set up to accept cases that get referred to you. Jeremy shares his insight into working with TBI victims, including the challenges working with mentally ill clients can pose.Key takeawaysLearn what you don’t know. No matter how long you’ve been working in a field, there’s always more to learn. You can’t get complacent and start to think you have everything figured out. Always be looking for what you don’t know, and don’t be afraid to call other lawyers for help.Focus on improving your intake. If you’re missing more than 10 percent or so of your calls, you’re missing not only cold leads from potential clients, but also warm leads from other attorneys. Your intake team needs to be consistently answering and returning calls and engaging with clients who call you looking for help.Mental illness complicates everything. Not only can it make your interactions with your clients more challenging, but it can also make your discovery process harder. It’s important to find ways to accurately assess the mental symptoms your clients are experiencing, as well as the physical ones.Tip The Scales PodcastTip the Scales InstagramTip the Scales YouTubeMaria Monroy InstagramMaria Monroy LinkedInLawRank WebsiteLawRank InstagramLawRank FacebookLawRank LinkedInLawRank TwitterThe Tissot Law Firm WebsiteThe Tissot Law Firm FacebookThe Tissot Law Firm TwitterThe Tissot Law Firm InstagramThe Tissot Law Firm LinkedInJeremy Tissot FacebookJeremy Tissot InstagramJeremy Tissot LinkedIn

Expand Your Horizon: Maintaining a Growth MindsetBeing a good lawyer isn’t just about the time you have in the game — it’s about what you do with that time. Przemek Lubecki of Morris Bart Personal Injury Lawyers has dedicated himself to constantly growing, improving, and honing his skills. This week he shares with us what routines he uses to stay at his best, inside and outside the courtroom.Przemek has personally tried over 100 jury trials. In fact, in 2006, he was recognized by the Cook County Jury Verdict Reporter for having tried the second-most jury trials of any lawyer in Illinois. He began his legal career in Chicago working in defense litigation before moving to New Orleans and switching to personal injury law. On this week’s episode, we talk to Przemek about the methods he uses to maintain a growth mindset in both his personal and professional lives. He tells us about his hobby of competition shooting and how it teaches him skills that transfer to the courtroom. And we delve into some of the wellness routines he uses to keep his mind and body at their best.Key takeawaysCreate a growth mindset. Simply having years of experience as a lawyer isn’t enough to keep you at the top of the game. It’s important to actively cultivate a mindset of growth and continuous improvement.Develop strong skills, strategies, and confidence. Many of the same characteristics that help Przemek win shooting competitions also help him find success in the courtroom. You need a solid strategy, the skills to put that strategy into action, and the confidence to sell a jury on what you’re telling them.Set up wellness routines. Finding wellness routines that fit with your needs and lifestyle can help you be healthier mentally and physically. Getting quality sleep, reducing your stress levels, and being more aware of your body’s natural rhythms can keep you at your best.Tip The Scales PodcastTip the Scales InstagramTip the Scales YouTubeMaria Monroy InstagramMaria Monroy LinkedInLawRank WebsiteLawRank InstagramLawRank FacebookLawRank LinkedInLawRank TwitterMorris Bart WebsiteMorris Bart InstagramMorris Bart FacebookMorris Bart TwitterMorris Bart LinkedInPrzemek Lubecki Instagram