The Lawyer Stories Podcast: Recent Episodes
Benjamin Gold
First founded on Instagram in July 2017, (@lawyer_stories,) the Lawyer Stories Podcast discusses lawyers and law students journeys to the practice of law.
Building a brand is exciting. Protecting it is essential.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 278 features Danielle Garno, fashion, beauty, and luxury goods attorney, General Counsel at FIT:MATCH.ai, Partner at Daniel Ebeling Maccia & Cohen, entrepreneur, and Adjunct Professor of Fashion Law at the University of Miami School of Law.
After building a successful career in Big Law, Danielle has become a trusted advisor to startups, emerging companies, and global luxury brands, helping them navigate intellectual property, licensing, advertising, social media marketing, regulatory compliance, and the legal challenges that come with building enduring brands.
In this conversation, we discuss Danielle's journey from Big Law to leadership, why she chose to focus on fashion and luxury brands, the intersection of law, entrepreneurship, and innovation, and how lawyers can help businesses protect and grow their most valuable assets from day one.
A fascinating conversation about branding, business strategy, entrepreneurship, and the evolving role of lawyers in today's innovation economy.
This episode is presented by CallRail.
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Join us at REVCON 2026. If you've heard of RevCon before, this is the next revolution.
Hosted by Dan Morgan, Operational Anatomy of a Record-Breaking Year is a one-day, CLE-accredited event featuring 14 experts in marketing, management, technology, litigation, and AI.
📍 September 29, 2026 📍 Perelman Performing Arts Center | New York City
Leave with AI-first, cross-functional, innovative strategies you can implement immediately to help build and grow your law firm.
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"The best time to plan your exit isn't when you're ready to retire - it's years before."
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 277 features Tom Lenfestey, Attorney, CPA, Founder & CEO of The Law Practice Exchange, the national leader in law firm brokerage, valuation, succession planning, and legal M&A.
After years of practicing law and working as a CPA, Tom recognized a problem few attorneys were talking about: countless lawyers spend decades building successful firms without a plan for what happens next. Through The Law Practice Exchange, he's helped hundreds of law firm owners understand the value of their practices, prepare for succession, and transition their firms on their own terms.
In this conversation, we discuss why lawyers wait too long to plan their exits, how to build a law firm with transferable value, the growing impact of private equity and alternative ownership structures, and the key strategies every firm owner should consider years before retirement. We also discuss Tom's new book, The Exit Blueprint, a practical guide to protecting your firm's value and legacy.
A must-listen conversation for law firm owners thinking about growth, succession, and the future of their practice.
This episode is presented by CallRail.
Integrated into your case management system, CallRail helps law firms capture every call, respond faster, spot high-value leads instantly, and drive growth.
Join over 3,000 law firms using CallRail to follow up faster, land bigger cases, and grow smarter.
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Join us at REVCON 2026.
If you've heard of RevCon before, this is the next revolution.
Hosted by Dan Morgan, Operational Anatomy of a Record-Breaking Year is a one-day, CLE-accredited event featuring 14 experts in marketing, management, technology, litigation, and AI.
📍 September 29, 2026 📍 Perelman Performing Arts Center | New York City
Leave with AI-first, cross-functional strategies you can implement immediately to help build a stronger, more profitable law firm.
Use code STORIES20 when you register: https://events.themorganconnection.com/revcon2026/lawyerstories
"Success isn't about where you start—it's about having the courage to bet on yourself."
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 276 features Seth Bader, Founder of Bader Law, a leading personal injury and workers' compensation law firm serving clients throughout Georgia.
Before launching his own firm with just $5,000, a computer, and relentless determination, Seth represented insurance companies. Today, he uses that insider knowledge to advocate for injured individuals, helping them navigate some of the most difficult moments of their lives.
In this conversation, we discuss what it takes to build a law firm from the ground up, serving underserved communities, creating a strong firm culture, overcoming leadership challenges, and why success isn't measured solely by growth—but by the impact you have on your clients and team.
A candid conversation about entrepreneurship, resilience, leadership, and building a purpose-driven law practice.
This episode is presented by CallRail.
Integrated into your case management system, CallRail helps law firms capture every call, respond faster, spot high-value leads instantly, and drive growth.
Join over 3,000 law firms using CallRail to follow up faster, land bigger cases, and grow smarter.
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Join us at REVCON 2026.
Hosted by Dan Morgan, REVCON: Operational Anatomy of a Record-Breaking Year is a one-day, CLE-accredited event featuring 14 experts in marketing, management, technology, AI, and litigation.
📍 September 29, 2026 📍 Perelman Performing Arts Center | New York City
Walk away with AI-first, cross-functional strategies you can implement immediately to help grow your law firm.
🎟️ Reserve your seat today and save $100 with early bird pricing.
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"The best estate plan is the one your family never has to fight over."
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 275 features Felicia Williams, Founder of Williams Law Firm in Palmdale, California.
After serving as a Deputy District Attorney with the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office, Felicia launched her own practice focused on estate planning, probate, contracts, real estate, and criminal defense. Her mission is simple: help families protect what they've built and avoid the legal challenges that too often arise when proper planning is overlooked.
In this conversation, we discuss why estate planning isn't just about wealth, the realities of probate, estate disputes families never see coming, selecting the right trustee, and why protecting your legacy starts long before it's ever needed.
Felicia also shares her journey from prosecutor to law firm owner and why educating clients has become one of the most rewarding parts of her practice.
A thoughtful conversation about planning ahead, protecting your loved ones, and building a lasting legacy.
This episode is presented by CallRail.
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It's all about the relationships.
This special episode of The Lawyer Stories Podcast with Benny Gold, in partnership with CallRail, takes us live from Las Vegas at the incredible Grow or Die Conference, where we sat down with fourteen lawyers, founders, marketers, and innovators who are shaping the future of the legal profession.
Lawyer Stories has never simply been about content. It's about the people we meet, the stories we share, and the relationships that continue to grow through this amazing legal community.
In this special episode, I'm joined by:
⚖️ Jacqueline Bretell – A long-time friend of Lawyer Stories and someone who has been part of our journey for years.
⚖️ Jared Clark – One of the very first lawyers featured on Lawyer Stories back in November 2017.
⚖️ Natalie Elisha Gold – Connected with Lawyer Stories in September 2020 and shared her story with our community.
⚖️ Melissa Graham – Vice President of Industry at Supio and a leader helping transform the future of plaintiff law.
⚖️ Niki Hall – Chief Marketing Officer at Supio and one of the sharpest minds in legal technology and marketing.
⚖️ Jason Hennessey – Episode 87 guest and founder of Hennessey Digital, continuing to inspire lawyers to think bigger about growth and visibility.
⚖️ Ryan Lang – Morgan & Morgan trial attorney in Boston and a leading voice for the plaintiff's bar in the Northeast.
⚖️ Amanda Laub – Episode 125 guest and founding member of Lawyer Stories Connect, whose support of this community has meant so much.
⚖️ Dan Morgan – Episode 246 guest, discussing why his father, John Morgan, is bringing the Grow or Die movement to the legal profession right now.
⚖️ Ilana Reeser – A new friend and one of the nation's premier Chief Growth Officers, helping firms rethink what's possible.
⚖️ Michael Saile – Episode 269 guest and one of the industry's most respected voices in legal marketing and business development.
⚖️ Gary Sarner – Our radio inspiration and the driving force behind ROI360+.
⚖️ Reza Torkzadeh – Episode 99 guest and one of the most innovative and forward-thinking plaintiff attorneys in the country.
⚖️ Francesca Witzburg – Founder and Managing Partner of ESCA Legal, doing the work behind the product in intellectual property and commercial law.
To each of you - thank you for your time, your friendship, and your willingness to share your perspectives with the Lawyer Stories community.
Because after eight years, one thing remains true:
It's all about the relationships.
🎧 Listen to Episode 274 of The Lawyer Stories Podcast with Benny Gold on your favorite podcast platform.
A special thank you to our friends at CallRail for partnering with Lawyer Stories and supporting this special episode from Las Vegas.
CallRail helps law firms understand which marketing efforts are driving calls and conversions through call tracking, lead attribution, and AI-powered insights—helping firms grow with confidence.
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Thank you to Kate at MCJ Entertainment for assisting with production.
"Domestic abuse doesn't always look the way people think it does."
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 273 with Benny Gold features Amanda Lee, Founder & CEO of The Lee Consultants (TLC), former prosecutor, civil litigator, Special Assistant U.S. Attorney, and certified trauma-informed coach.
For years, Amanda built a successful legal career while privately enduring an abusive marriage. Today, she has transformed that experience into a mission to help high-achieving professionals recognize abuse, reclaim their confidence, and safely move forward.
Through The Lee Consultants, Amanda provides confidential coaching, workplace education, and trauma-informed support for professionals whose success often masks the challenges they're facing behind closed doors.
In this conversation, we discuss Amanda's journey from prosecutor to entrepreneur, the misconceptions surrounding domestic abuse, why so many accomplished professionals suffer in silence, and how lawyers, leaders, and employers can better recognize and support those in need.
This is a powerful conversation about resilience, healing, leadership, and using your own story to help others find theirs.
This episode presented by CallRail.
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"Most companies don't have an AI problem — they have a data problem."
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 272 features Adam Cohen and George Bosnjak, Co-Founders of Morph Services.
George is a seasoned entrepreneur who has helped build and scale multiple startups throughout his career, while Adam brings extensive operational and leadership experience with a passion for building strong teams and delivering exceptional customer experiences.
Together, they founded Morph Services to solve a pragmatic problem that organizations across industries face every day: what happens when critical information is trapped inside documents, forms, credentialing files, background checks, and other unstructured data?
Morph helps organizations transform paperwork into trusted, validated data that integrates seamlessly into existing workflows and systems. Rather than chasing flashy technology, their focus is on building practical solutions that solve real business problems, eliminate manual processes, improve efficiency, and create interoperability across platforms.
In this conversation, we discuss AI, healthcare technology, data management, credentialing, background checks, automation, and why the future belongs to organizations that can turn documents into actionable data. We also explore ethical AI, leadership, entrepreneurship, and building technology that solves fundamental operational challenges.
A fascinating discussion about innovation, practical problem-solving, and the future of intelligent data.
This episode presented by CallRail.
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"Strong injury cases aren't built on medical records alone — they're built on understanding what those records actually mean."
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 271 features Shelby Lodholz, BSN, RN, LNC, Founder of Shelby Lodholz Consulting in the Omaha, Nebraska area.
With more than 21 years of nursing experience spanning critical care, surgical services, cardiology, procedural medicine, and intensive care leadership, Shelby now helps injury attorneys bridge the gap between medicine and law as a Legal Nurse Consultant.
After reviewing thousands of medical records throughout her nursing career, Shelby understands how to identify key issues related to causation, damages, standards of care, and case strategy. Today, she works alongside attorneys to help them better understand the medicine behind their cases, locate and evaluate experts, prepare for depositions and trial, and build stronger, more defensible claims.
In this conversation, we discuss the biggest mistakes attorneys make when vetting experts, the importance of professionalism and communication in litigation, the role AI should — and should not — play in evaluating medical issues, and how legal nurse consultants can provide a significant advantage in complex injury cases.
Shelby also shares how her rural Nebraska upbringing shaped her work ethic, leadership style, and commitment to doing the hard work necessary to get things right.
A fascinating conversation about medicine, litigation strategy, and helping attorneys better understand the cases they are fighting for every day.
This episode presented by CallRail.
Integrated into your case management system, CallRail helps law firms capture every call, respond faster, spot high-value leads instantly, and drive growth.
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"Many of my clients feel unheard. My mission is to make sure they aren't."
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 270 features Dayle Lopez, Founder of DLopez Law Firm in Miami, Florida.
Dayle's journey began in Cuba before immigrating to the United States at 15 years old. Like many immigrant families, she quickly went to work, taking a job at Jamba Juice to help support her household while learning to navigate a new country and culture.
Those early experiences shaped the resilience, discipline, and purpose that continue to drive her today.
After earning her law degree, studying international law abroad, and further developing her advocacy skills through Harvard's Program on Negotiation, Dayle built DLopez Law Firm to serve those who often feel overlooked by the legal system.
Today, her firm focuses on personal injury law and is deeply rooted in the Hispanic and immigrant communities of South Florida. With a bilingual team and a client-centered approach, Dayle and her firm are committed to providing compassionate representation and fighting for those who need a voice.
This is a conversation about perseverance, purpose, entrepreneurship, and using your own journey to help others navigate theirs.
This episode is also sponsored by Grow or Die with John Morgan.
For the first and only time, John Morgan will take the stage in Las Vegas to lay out how he achieved explosive, long-term dominance and legacy.
No fluff. No theory. No motivational garbage.
Join firm leaders from across the country at the Wynn Encore on June 9–10 for two days of CLE-accredited sessions focused on building your firm for the next 10, 20, and 30 years.
Use code STORIES20: https://events.themorganconnection.com/growordiewithjohnmorgan/lawyerstories
This episode presented by CallRail.
Integrated into your case management system, CallRail helps law firms capture every call, respond faster, spot high-value leads instantly, and drive growth.
Join over 3,000 law firms using CallRail to follow up faster, land bigger cases, and grow smarter.
Start your free trial: https://www.callrail.com/legal-services?utm_medium=influencer&utm_source=lawyer-stories
"Preparation isn't optional when people are trusting you with the hardest moment of their lives." -Michael Saile
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 269 features Michael Saile, Founder, Managing Partner, and Trial Attorney at Cordisco & Saile, LLC, a rapidly growing personal injury law firm based in Bucks County, Pennsylvania.
Michael built his career trying serious injury cases and helping real people take on powerful insurance companies and corporations. Today, he leads a modern injury firm focused on catastrophic injury, trucking crashes, traumatic brain injuries, and wrongful death cases - while continuing to emphasize discipline, preparation, and client trust.
In this conversation, we discuss building and scaling a law firm in today's legal landscape, the growing role of AI in legal operations, leadership through adversity, and why Michael believes you only get one chance to properly represent a client - so you better be fully prepared and genuinely care about the people you represent.
We also talk about how his wrestling background shaped his mindset in trial work, leadership, and accountability both inside and outside the courtroom.
Great conversation with Michael about growth, responsibility, and building a law firm culture centered around performance and people.
This episode is also sponsored by Grow or Die with John Morgan.
For the first and only time, John Morgan will take the stage in Las Vegas to lay out how he achieved explosive, long-term dominance and legacy.
No fluff. No theory. No motivational garbage.
Join firm leaders from across the country at the Wynn Encore on June 9–10 for two days of CLE-accredited sessions focused on building your firm for the next 10, 20, even 30 years down the line.
Use code STORIES20: https://events.themorganconnection.com/growordiewithjohnmorgan/lawyerstories
This episode presented by CallRail
Integrated into your case management system, CallRail helps you: Capture every call - even after hours Spot high-value leads instantly Respond faster Get the insights you need to bring in bigger cases
Join over 3,000 law firms using CallRail to follow up faster, land bigger cases, and drive growth for your firm.
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"Life is luck."
That's not something you often hear from one of the most successful lawyers and entrepreneurs in America.
On this episode of the Lawyer Stories Podcast, we welcome John Morgan - founder of Morgan & Morgan, America's largest injury law firm, author of the new book Life is Luck, and one of the most influential figures in the legal industry today.
We discussed the mindset behind building a lasting legacy, the role timing and opportunity play in success, his deeply personal motivation behind becoming a lawyer, and why he believes so many people misunderstand what it actually takes to build something meaningful over the long term.
John was incredibly thoughtful, reflective, and generous with his perspective throughout the conversation, and I truly enjoyed the opportunity to spend time recording this episode with him.
We also discussed Grow or Die, the upcoming two-day event taking place June 9–10 at the Wynn Encore in Las Vegas, where John Morgan and an incredible lineup of speakers will break down long-term law firm growth, litigation strategy, leadership, financial management, succession planning, and more — with no fluff and no motivational garbage.
Guests include: John Morgan Brian Panish Morgan Housel Dan Martell Matt Morgan and many more.
CLE-accredited. Fully refundable until June 1.
Use discount code: STORIES20
Event Link: https://events.themorganconnection.com/growordiewithjohnmorgan/lawyerstories
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Most law firms don't have a lead problem - they have a tracking, intake, and conversion problem.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 267 features Camila Parodi, Director of Advertising at Constellation Marketing.
Camila works closely with law firms on advertising strategy, lead quality, intake performance, ROI tracking, and the systems that ultimately determine whether marketing dollars actually translate into signed cases and long-term growth.
In this conversation, we discuss the hidden places law firm advertising budgets quietly leak, why cost per signed case matters more than vanity metrics, and how marketing, intake, and data tracking all need to work together to build a scalable modern law firm.
We also explore the evolving role of AI, smarter decision-making through data, and why many firms are still making growth decisions without fully understanding what's actually driving results.
Great conversation with Camila about the future of legal marketing and operational growth.
This episode is also sponsored by Grow or Die with John Morgan.
June 9–10 at the Wynn Encore in Las Vegas — no fluff, no theory.
Use code STORIES20: https://events.themorganconnection.com/growordiewithjohnmorgan/lawyerstories
This episode presented by CallRail Integrated into your case management system, CallRail helps you: Capture every call - even after hours Spot high-value leads instantly Respond faster Get the insights you need to bring in bigger cases Join over 3,000 law firms using CallRail to follow up faster, land bigger cases, and drive growth for your firm. Start your free trial at https://www.callrail.com/legal-services?utm_medium=influencer&utm_source=lawyer-stories
"If you're going to do something, do it well." -Brett Rhodes
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 266 features Brett Rhodes, Founder of Rhodes Law in Sonoma County, California, where he helps families create estate plans that protect loved ones and preserve legacies.
With more than 25 years of experience spanning public service, law enforcement, and the legal field, Brett brings a unique perspective to his work - combining leadership, service, and a deep understanding of the importance of planning for the future.
In this conversation, we discuss Brett's path into law, building a practice in Sonoma County, and the kinds of cases and clients that have shaped his work over the years. We also explore what it means to run a values-driven legal practice and stay grounded in work that often carries significant emotional weight for the people involved.
Brett is currently a finalist for the 2026 Best of Sonoma County in the Best Attorney category after receiving the honor last year as well.
Really appreciated the opportunity to hear Brett's story and reflect on the important work he's doing for families and his community.
This episode is also sponsored by Grow or Die with John Morgan.
June 9–10 at the Wynn Encore in Las Vegas - no fluff, no theory.
Use code STORIES20: https://events.themorganconnection.com/growordiewithjohnmorgan/lawyerstories
This episode presented by CallRail Integrated into your case management system, CallRail helps you: Capture every call - even after hours Spot high-value leads instantly Respond faster Get the insights you need to bring in bigger cases Join over 3,000 law firms using CallRail to follow up faster, land bigger cases, and drive growth for your firm. Start your free trial at https://www.callrail.com/legal-services?utm_medium=influencer&utm_source=lawyer-stories
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 265 features Karis Stephen, Associate at Allred, Maroko & Goldberg in Los Angeles, California - the firm founded by Gloria Allred, who appeared on Episode 78 of the Lawyer Stories Podcast.
A graduate of the University of Pennsylvania Law School and a Fulbright scholar in Malaysia, Karis began her legal career in BigLaw before making the intentional transition into plaintiff-side civil rights work. Today, she focuses on employment discrimination and sexual assault cases - advocating for individuals in some of the most challenging and deeply personal situations.
Her path reflects a commitment to impact, growth, and using the law to stand up for others.
Great conversation with a talented lawyer - excited to see where her journey continues.
This episode is also sponsored by Grow or Die with John Morgan.
June 9–10 at the Wynn Encore in Las Vegas - no fluff, no theory.
Use code STORIES20: https://events.themorganconnection.com/growordiewithjohnmorgan/lawyerstories
This episode presented by CallRail Integrated into your case management system, CallRail helps you: Capture every call - even after hours Spot high-value leads instantly Respond faster Get the insights you need to bring in bigger cases Join over 3,000 law firms using CallRail to follow up faster, land bigger cases, and drive growth for your firm. Start your free trial at https://www.callrail.com/legal-services?utm_medium=influencer&utm_source=lawyer-stories
She moved to the U.S. at 18, taught herself English, and built her legal career from the ground up.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 264 features Kseniya Stupak, Partner at Strongin LLP in Southern California.
Originally from Sevastopol, Ukraine, Kseniya's journey is one of resilience, discipline, and relentless drive. From learning a new language to navigating law school and the legal profession, she committed herself to becoming the best version of who she could be.
Today, she represents individuals and families in catastrophic injury, complex personal injury, and mold-related cases - work that demands both precision and compassion. Kseniya brings a powerful combination of trial experience, personal grit, and a deep understanding of what her clients are going through during some of the most difficult moments of their lives.
This is a conversation about perseverance, accountability, and building a career with purpose.
This episode is also sponsored by Grow or Die with John Morgan.
For the first and only time, John Morgan will take the stage in Las Vegas to lay out how he achieved explosive, long-term dominance and legacy.
No fluff. No theory. No motivational garbage.
Join firm leaders from across the country at the Wynn Encore on June 9–10 for two days of CLE-accredited sessions focused on building your firm for the next 10, 20, even 30 years.
Featuring an elite lineup including John Morgan, Brian Panish, Matt Morgan, Morgan Housel, Dan Martell, and more - covering litigation strategy, financial management, team building, and long-term growth.
Tickets are fully refundable until June 1, 2026, with group discounts available.
Use code STORIES20 and learn more here: https://events.themorganconnection.com/growordiewithjohnmorgan/lawyerstories
This episode presented by CallRail Integrated into your case management system, CallRail helps you: Capture every call - even after hours Spot high-value leads instantly Respond faster Get the insights you need to bring in bigger cases Join over 3,000 law firms using CallRail to follow up faster, land bigger cases, and drive growth for your firm. Start your free trial at https://www.callrail.com/legal-services?utm_medium=influencer&utm_source=lawyer-stories
A bad experience with a lawyer can change everything - and sometimes it shapes who you become.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 263 features Robin Saghian, Partner at Omega Law Group, PC, a personal injury attorney based in Beverly Hills, California.
Robin grew up in Los Angeles after immigrating from Iran at a young age, often helping his parents navigate language barriers and everyday challenges. At just 10 years old, he watched his father go through a serious accident - and what he now recognizes as a mishandled legal case that failed to secure proper medical care and resulted in a quick, inadequate settlement.
That experience stayed with him - and ultimately became the reason he chose to pursue a career in law.
Today, Robin works alongside his brother at Omega Law Group, bringing a close-knit, client-first approach to every case. He understands that personal injury cases aren't just legal - they impact real lives, families, and livelihoods. Through personalized representation and a focus on both legal and real-life outcomes, Robin is committed to doing things differently.
This is a conversation about perspective, purpose, and turning a difficult experience into a mission to better serve others.
This episode presented by CallRail Integrated into your case management system, CallRail helps you: Capture every call - even after hours Spot high-value leads instantly Respond faster Get the insights you need to bring in bigger cases Join over 3,000 law firms using CallRail to follow up faster, land bigger cases, and drive growth for your firm. Start your free trial at https://www.callrail.com/legal-services?utm_medium=influencer&utm_source=lawyer-stories
What if the biggest growth problem in your law firm isn't marketing… but operations?
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 262 features Gabriela "Gaby" Paez and Glenda Quiroz, Strategic Advisors at Solvo Global.
Gaby and Glenda work closely with law firms across the U.S., helping them build high-performing international teams with highly skilled bilingual professionals across Latin America. Their work focuses on helping firms reduce overhead, improve operational efficiency, and scale in a more sustainable way.
In this episode, we break down how law firms can eliminate bottlenecks, rethink hiring, and build infrastructure that allows attorneys to focus more on practicing law - not managing chaos.
We also discuss how Solvo is changing the way companies connect with nearshore talent, providing professionals across more than 50 industries, all aligned in time zones, transparency, and performance.
This is a conversation about building smarter systems, stronger teams, and turning your firm into a true growth engine.
This episode presented by CallRail Integrated into your case management system, CallRail helps you: Capture every call - even after hours Spot high-value leads instantly Respond faster Get the insights you need to bring in bigger cases Join over 3,000 law firms using CallRail to follow up faster, land bigger cases, and drive growth for your firm. Start your free trial at https://www.callrail.com/legal-services?utm_medium=influencer&utm_source=lawyer-stories
Everything you've been told about being a lawyer might be wrong.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 261 features William "Bill" T. Reid, senior founding partner of Reid Collins & Tsai LLP, one of the nation's leading plaintiff-side commercial litigation firms.
Bill is the author of Fighting Bullies: The Case for a Career in Plaintiffs' Law - a bold, straight-talking book that challenges the traditional path pushed by law schools and reframes what it means to build a successful legal career. More than just a career guide, the book is a call to think critically about purpose, impact, and the kind of lawyer you actually want to become.
In this episode, we focus on the ideas behind Fighting Bullies - from the realities of BigLaw and the limitations of the billable hour model, to why plaintiffs' law offers a path that combines meaningful work with real opportunity. Bill shares insights from decades of high-stakes litigation and explains why young lawyers should rethink how they define success.
Bill is also an adjunct professor at the University of Texas School of Law, where he teaches Complex Financial Litigation and continues to mentor the next generation.
This is a conversation about purpose, perspective, and choosing a path that actually aligns with who you are.
This episode presented by CallRail Integrated into your case management system, CallRail helps you: Capture every call - even after hours Spot high-value leads instantly Respond faster Get the insights you need to bring in bigger cases Join over 3,000 law firms using CallRail to follow up faster, land bigger cases, and drive growth for your firm. Start your free trial at https://www.callrail.com/legal-services?utm_medium=influencer&utm_source=lawyer-stories
She built her legal career during one of the most uncertain financial times in modern history - and never looked back.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 260 features Cristina M. Ortiz, Bankruptcy and Foreclosure Lawyer at the Law Office of Cristina M. Ortiz, P.A., based in South Florida.
Cristina is a 2008 graduate of FIU College of Law, attending at a time when the school wasn't even accredited yet - and launching her career during the financial crisis. That experience shaped her approach to helping clients navigate complex financial challenges with clarity and confidence.
Today, Cristina represents individuals, families, and international clients in real estate, foreclosure, and bankruptcy matters, building a practice centered on trust, education, and long-term relationships.
This is a conversation about resilience, building through uncertainty, and creating a practice grounded in service.
This episode presented by CallRail Integrated into your case management system, CallRail helps you: Capture every call - even after hours Spot high-value leads instantly Respond faster Get the insights you need to bring in bigger cases Join over 3,000 law firms using CallRail to follow up faster, land bigger cases, and drive growth for your firm. Start your free trial at https://www.callrail.com/legal-services?utm_medium=influencer&utm_source=lawyer-stories
Success in law isn't just about winning cases - it's about finding your purpose.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 259 features Scott Brooks, Certified Mediator and Texas Personal Injury Attorney. Scott began his career at a prominent mass torts firm in Houston before transitioning in 2017 to one of the largest personal injury firms in Texas, where he became recognized as one of the top litigators at the firm.
In this episode, we discuss Scott's journey through high-level litigation, his evolution as a trial lawyer, and ultimately what it means to find purpose - not just in the practice of law, but in life. Scott shares insights on stepping into your own path, building something meaningful, and navigating the challenges and rewards of entrepreneurship in the legal space.
This is a conversation about growth, direction, and doing work that truly matters.
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Most businesses don't fail because of bad ideas - they fail because the foundation wasn't built right.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 258 features Matthew Fornaro, owner of Matthew Fornaro, P.A., a business law attorney serving Palm Beach, Broward, and Miami-Dade Counties. With over 20 years of experience, Matthew represents small businesses, startups, and entrepreneurs across South Florida, helping them navigate the legal realities of building and scaling a company.
In this episode, Matthew shares why having a clear business plan and strong legal foundation can make the difference between surviving and thriving as an entrepreneur. We discuss his work advising business owners at every stage of growth, as well as his passion for mentoring and teaching entrepreneurs how to build sustainable businesses.
Matthew's approach combines practical legal strategy with a commitment to empowering founders and small business owners to think proactively about risk, growth, and long-term success.
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In today's economy, your brand is your most valuable asset. Who's protecting it?
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 257 features Rosa Villa, Founder and Managing Partner at Villa Law, PLLC in Miami, Florida. A University of Miami School of Law graduate, Rosa provides bold, results-driven representation in Intellectual Property, Entertainment, Employment Law, and business contracts.
Born in Cuba and brought to the United States at just four years old, Rosa built her path from immigrant roots to leading a practice dedicated to protecting entrepreneurs, creatives, and businesses. At Villa Law, she guides clients through every stage of litigation and alternative dispute resolution - from strategic case development and high-impact negotiations to strong advocacy in federal and state courts.
Outside the courtroom, Rosa works closely with innovators, artists, and companies of all sizes to proactively manage risk, protect valuable brands and ideas, and resolve employment, business, and IP matters with efficiency and precision. Her approach is both strategic and practical, focused on delivering solutions that support long-term growth.
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When workers get hurt, everything is on the line. Who stands up for them?
The Lawyer Stories Podcast episode 256 features Brian R. Sullivan, Managing Partner of the Workers' Compensation Group at Keches Law - the Official Law Firm of the New England Patriots.
Recorded live and in person thanks to POD617 - The Boston Podcast Network, Brian shares what it takes to lead one of the most respected workers' compensation practices in Massachusetts. We discuss representing injured workers, building a results-driven team, and the responsibility that comes with handling cases that directly impact families and their livelihoods.
From leadership at the highest level to boots-on-the-ground advocacy, this conversation breaks down what it truly means to fight for working people.
If you don't define your authority, the market will define it for you.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast episode 255 features Dennis "DM" Meador. DM, living in Belize, is the CEO & Founder of the Legal Podcast Network — a platform delivering turnkey podcasting for lawyers ready to build authority, attract ideal clients, and grow with intention.
Driven from a young age to create his own path, DM turned ambition into impact. Today, he helps attorneys elevate their voice in a crowded professional landscape — transforming expertise into influence and influence into opportunity.
We discuss entrepreneurship, building leverage through media, and why podcasting is no longer optional for lawyers who want to lead. In today's world, your voice is your brand — and your brand is your edge.
When preparation meets purpose, powerful institutions take notice.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 254 features Joseph Bavaro, Senior Partner at Salenger, Sack, Kimmel, & Bavaro, and one of New York's most respected trial attorneys in medical malpractice. We discuss Joe's story - a father who didn't finish school, a mother who worked as a court clerk, and his early days as a prosecutor in the Sex Crimes Special Victims Unit at the Staten Island DA's Office.
Today, Joe approaches complex cases from the client's perspective and prepares every matter as if it's headed to trial. Inspired by Marvin Salenger, Joe has become a cornerstone of SSKB's trial practice - known for his aggressive courtroom presence, meticulous preparation, and unwavering dedication to fighting for the little guy against powerful institutions and giving clients a true voice.
She Came to the U.S. from Haiti at 17 and Built a Powerful Legal Brand | Kara Vaval
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 253 features Kara Vaval. Kara is a lawyer, author, keynote speaker, and business development coach. In this episode, we explore Kara's remarkable journey - from growing up in Haiti until the age of 17, to the tragic passing of her father, and her move to New York with her grandmother that set everything in motion.
Kara shares how she navigated college and law school, hustled her way through a highly successful Mary Kay business, and practiced Immigration and Family Law before ultimately finding her stride in Personal Injury law. She also discusses launching the Laptop Lifestyle Lawyer Podcast and building a career rooted in mindset, intention, and business development.
Kara lives by the philosophy, "What you think about, you bring about," and has written books and recently launched her newest concept, Main Karacter - encouraging lawyers and entrepreneurs to stop playing small and take control of their story. Above all, Kara is addicted to seeing other people win.
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The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 252 features Roxanna "Roxy" Marquez, Business Partner at Virtuity Financial Partners, based in Los Angeles, California - educating and empowering clients nationwide.
Roxy's journey into financial education was deeply shaped by becoming a mother and by the loss of both of her parents, experiences that completely transformed how she views money, protection, and legacy. Through those defining moments, she found her purpose.
Today, Roxy brings a unique perspective and a wealth of knowledge to help individuals take control of their financial futures - from paying less in taxes and understanding the banking system, to building and protecting wealth through estate planning, real estate, and long-term financial strategy.
Her personal mission is simple but powerful: to help people feel confident, informed, and protected at every stage of their financial journey.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 251 features Sabrina Rabban, Founder and Principal Attorney of a solo real estate practice based in Uniondale, New York, serving clients across Long Island and NYC.
Real estate deals move fast — and when the stakes are high, clarity and communication matter more than ever. In this episode, Sabrina shares her lawyer story and how she built a practice focused on giving clients a voice, cutting through the noise, and guiding them confidently through complex transactions.
We dive into what it takes to run a successful solo practice, advocate for clients under pressure, and create trust in moments that truly matter.
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The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 250 welcomes back - and we're excited to do so - Samah T. Abukhodeir, Founder and Managing Partner of The Florida Probate & Family Law Firm, joined by her husband and law partner Jose Ignacio Leon.
Since our last conversation (Ep. 224), Samah has been building with intention, growing significantly to almost 50 employees across nine law firms. In this milestone episode, we dive into what she's been up to, what it's really like growing a law firm with your spouse, how they divide responsibilities, and why their chemistry works - both inside and outside the office.
Jose shares a powerful insight that anchors the conversation: "No one is going to work harder for you than your family." Together, they reflect on trust, alignment, and the impact they strive to make for their clients, while sharing their vision for the firm's continued growth.
An honest, inspiring conversation about partnership, purpose, and building something meaningful - together.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 249 features Thomas R. Conner, a longtime Texas trial lawyer and the author of From Cotton Fields to Courtrooms. In this episode, Tom shares his personal journey - from growing up working on a farm to finding his path into the law and building a career in the courtroom.
His book is a thoughtful reflection on upbringing, perseverance, mentorship, and the experiences that shape us long before we enter a profession. Tom's story is a reminder that there is no single path to becoming a lawyer - and that discipline, hard work, and guidance along the way can make all the difference.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 248 features Andy Seavers, co-founder and CEO of Case Status, a leading client-communication platform used by law firms across the country.
In this episode, Andy shares his path from playing in a band to entering the legal industry through tech and entrepreneurship - after identifying a major gap in how law firms communicate with their clients. 🎸➡️⚖️
Today, Case Status works closely with plaintiff and consumer-facing firms to improve transparency, build trust, and elevate the overall client experience - showing how better communication isn't just good service, it's a competitive advantage.
Tune in to hear Andy's story, lessons learned, and where legal tech is headed next on The Lawyer Stories Podcast.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast – Episode 247 features Rob Levine, owner of Rob Levine Legal Solutions and Rob Levine Law, based in Providence, Rhode Island and helping clients nationwide. Known as "The Heavy Hitter," Rob's story is rooted in a lifetime of service. Before becoming a well-known trial lawyer, Rob served as an EMT, military police officer, and police officer- experiences that shaped his commitment to advocacy and justice.
In this episode, Rob opens up about fatherhood, building a mission-driven law firm, and the values that guide his work. He also shares a meaningful connection with host Benny Gold, as both are proud alumni of Roger Williams University School of Law. This conversation is a powerful reminder that great lawyers are built through service, resilience, and staying true to who you are.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast with Benny Gold Episode 246 features Dan Morgan, Managing Partner at Morgan & Morgan the largest personal injury law firm in the country.
Dan shares his powerful story of joining the firm he grew up around, gaining a front-row seat to a mission rooted in helping people at their most vulnerable moments. He talks about watching Morgan & Morgan scale from a family vision into a national powerhouse, and how that experience shaped his own path as a leader within the organization.
Passionate, thoughtful, and deeply knowledgeable about the personal injury landscape, Dan dives into everything from the evolution of the firm to the importance of strong referral relationships. We also explore his work advising and representing athletes, how legal strategy intersects with sports, and what it takes to build trust both on and off the field.
This episode offers a unique look at legacy, leadership, and the mindset behind one of the most influential law practices in America.
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The Lawyer Stories Podcast episode 245 welcomes back our friend Michael Kotik — returning from episode 168 — Philadelphia Criminal Defense Attorney and Partner at SKA Law Group, LLC. We discuss the convergence and intersection of criminal law and immigration law, and what really happens behind the scenes with ICE agents and immigrants appearing before judicial hearings.
Michael breaks down the complex challenges these cases create for law firms, the human stakes involved, and why he continues to fight passionately for his clients' rights in some of the most difficult circumstances.
🎧 A raw, eye-opening look at a side of the justice system most people never see.
In Episode 244 of The Lawyer Stories Podcast, we sit down with Dale J. Tamburro, Principal of the Law Office of Dale J. Tamburro, and his associate, Attorney Lindsay Chen, who focuses her practice on estate planning.
This episode was recorded live at Caveau in Boston, Massachusetts, prior to our Boston Connect event. Dale and Lindsay's firm is based in Belmont, MA, a suburb just outside the city.
Dale shares his journey from chemist to attorney, and Lindsay discusses her background as an MIT-trained engineer - two very different beginnings that ultimately led to rewarding careers in the legal profession. We explore how their former professions shaped their analytical thinking, client-centered approach, and the way they solve complex estate planning challenges.
Dale is known for being highly approachable, dedicating significant time to educating seniors on the importance of proper estate planning, while Lindsay brings a fresh perspective working with a younger demographic. Together, their complementary strengths form a partnership focused on delivering exceptional service to their clients.
This episode highlights how unconventional pathways can translate into excellence in law - and how both Dale and Lindsay found purpose and happiness through serving their clients.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 243 features Andrea Díaz, a dedicated Los Angeles Public Defender and the creative force behind Afternoon-Recess.com.
Andrea shares her inspiring journey balancing her passion for justice with her creativity, leading her to design JURY TRIAL ABC — a beautifully illustrated children's book that introduces young readers to the basic concepts of jury trials in a fun and engaging way.
JURY TRIAL ABC is more than just a book — it's a bridge between the courtroom and the playroom. Written and illustrated by Andrea, it makes the perfect gift for lawyers with young children or a little one on the way. Very young readers will delight in the bright colors and rhymes, older children will learn key legal concepts, and adults will love teaching their kids about their work through imaginative, meaningful illustrations.
Andrea's story is a reminder that creativity and law can coexist — and that sharing our passions can inspire the next generation to understand the justice system in an accessible, joyful way.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 242 features Gyi Tsakalakis, Founder of AttorneySync and partner with CallRail, and former trial lawyer. 🎙️
We discuss how Gyi pivoted from practicing law to founding AttorneySync, a data-informed agency helping law firms grow smarter. He shares how CallRail enhances his clients' success through advanced lead tracking, seamless system integration, and even sentiment analysis to better understand client calls.
🎧 Tune in to discover how data and technology are reshaping law firm growth.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 241 features Sara Shikhman, Healthcare Attorney and Managing Partner at Lengea Law, and a true Medspa powerhouse based in NYC. 💼✨ We dive into Sara's entrepreneurial journey — from building an online furniture company to becoming a leader in the medspa industry. Hear how her resilient mindset and business savvy helped her pivot, grow, and empower others to launch their own medspas. 🎧 Tune in to learn what it really takes to build, scale, and succeed in this fast-growing space.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 240 features Jeff Kimmel, Partner and CEO of Salenger, Sack, Kimmel & Bavaro (SSKB) in New York. Jeff shares his inspiring journey of integrating business strategy, legal innovation, and client-centered practices while honoring the mentorship of the late Marvin Salenger. He reminds us to go where life takes you, embrace it, and be who you are.
SSKB continues to grow through quality over quantity, focusing on serious medical malpractice and personal injury cases that truly make a difference.
🎧 Tune in to hear how Jeff's approach combines purpose, leadership, and compassion in law.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 239 features Victoria Inoyo, Director of Advising at Juris Education, a leading law school admissions consulting edtech startup. 🎓
Victoria shares her passion for guiding aspiring law students through the competitive admissions process — helping them craft authentic applications and discover their “why” for pursuing law. A dedicated mentor and advocate for accessibility in legal education, she’s helping shape the next generation of lawyers through innovation and personalized support.
🎧 Tune in to hear Victoria’s journey, insights on legal education, and advice for future law students. 👉 Watch now on YouTube or listen wherever you get your podcasts.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 238 features Donald “Don” E. Smolen II, Owner & Attorney at Smolen Law | The Alpha Firm in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Raised on a ranch just south of Tulsa, Don’s grit and work ethic shaped his career, and after earning both his B.A. in Psychology and his J.D. with honors at the University of Tulsa, he founded Smolen Law, becoming one of Oklahoma’s leading trial lawyers. At The Alpha Firm, Don and his team focus on Catastrophic Tort Litigation including insurance bad faith, medical malpractice, product liability, and complex personal injury. He has secured numerous multimillion-dollar verdicts and settlements, consistently fighting against powerful corporations and insurance companies, guided by a simple but powerful philosophy: approach every case with zeal, integrity, and an unwavering commitment to client advocacy. In this episode, Don shares his personal journey, how his upbringing influences his courtroom style, and what it takes to win high-stakes, life-altering cases. 👉 Tune in now to hear this inspiring conversation that blends legal insight with real-world grit.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 237 features David Craig, Founder and Managing Partner at Craig, Kelley & Faultless, LLC in Indianapolis, Indiana. David shares insights from decades of advocating for injury victims and dives into his new book, It’s Never Been Easier to Hire the Wrong Attorney, which helps clients navigate today’s legal landscape to make informed choices.
In this episode, David reflects on what motivated him to write the book, the common mistakes people make when choosing legal representation, and how his firm has built a reputation for trust and results. He also discusses the values that drive his work, the importance of educating clients, and why every attorney should strive to raise the standards of the profession.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 236 features Katie Daryl — award-winning TV host, producer, and VP of Programming at AXS TV. From her early start as a teen radio DJ, to reporting for MTV’s Choose or Lose, co-hosting The Mark Cuban Show, and creating smash hit series like The World’s Greatest Tribute Bands and The Top Ten Revealed, Katie has built a career at the intersection of music, media, and storytelling.
🎙️ Don’t miss this fantastic conversation as Katie shares her journey, her love for rock-’n-roll culture, and how she continues to shape music television for fans around the world. Fun fact: back in 2006, after long days in law school, our host Benny Gold would unwind by watching Katie’s show Deadline!—a reminder that there’s more to life than casebooks and exams. A true personal fan moment brought full circle!
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 235 features Saevion David-Longe, a Guyanese attorney at Stanbrook Prudhoe with more than six years of experience in civil and commercial litigation. Saevion shares his journey from growing up in Guyana—where competitive tennis matches with his siblings helped shape his discipline and drive—to becoming a respected legal professional advising on real estate, trust, administrative, and employment matters.
Beyond his practice, Saevion is passionate about establishing a law school in Guyana to strengthen local access to legal education. As Guyana undergoes rapid industrial growth fueled by its booming oil sector, and navigates important issues of social and environmental governance, he envisions a stronger legal infrastructure that can equip the next generation of lawyers to guide the country’s future.
Tune in to hear Saevion’s story of competitiveness, perseverance, and vision for Guyana’s evolving legal landscape.
New Era in Justice: How Collin Williams is Transforming Dispute Resolution
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 234 features Collin Williams, Founder & Chairman at New Era ADR.
From aspiring litigator to groundbreaking entrepreneur, Collin’s journey started in law school with dreams of courtroom advocacy — only to discover that litigation often has little to do with being in court. With a background spanning big law and corporate counsel, Collin followed his entrepreneurial drive to create New Era ADR in 2020, reimagining how disputes are resolved.
New Era ADR delivers simplified dispute resolution — ending litigation gamesmanship with fair, efficient 100-day arbitrations and mediations for one flat fee, all powered by top-tier neutrals on a digital platform. We also dive into the history of arbitration, Collin’s legal career lessons, and the importance of mental health awareness — a cause we’re both passionate about.
Listen now and discover how the future of dispute resolution is here.
Stop working on cases you'll never get paid on.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 233 welcomes back Joe Frick, Air Force veteran, Idaho native, and Owner and Chief Marketing Officer of Idaho Divorce Law. Joe first appeared on Episode 122 nearly two years ago, and he returns to share valuable insights on growing a successful family law practice. In this episode, we discuss the unique challenges of intake in family law, and Joe introduces his powerful C.A.S.E.² Framework — designed to help attorneys systematically attract only the clients they want to work with. Joe shares why attorneys need to stop spending time on cases that won’t pay and instead run their firms like businesses: systematically, predictably, and profitably. His firm has grown 40% in five years, and his new book offers the blueprint for attorneys who are ready to take control of their time, intake process, and client relationships.
Tune in now to learn how to transform your law firm from reactive to intentional and profitable.
Want to land the right legal job and love the culture you're in? This episode is for you.
Episode 232 of The Lawyer Stories Podcast features Erin Andersen, Founder of YourBrandNetworker, Career Transition Coach, and Flat-Rate Hiring Manager. Based in NYC and working nationwide, Erin shares how she pivoted from corporate banking into the legal space—building a powerful network and community of lawyers along the way.
Erin reminds us: “Culture matters—pay attention to the environment you’re building or stepping into.”
Tune in to hear how she’s helping legal professionals align their careers with purpose and connection.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 231 welcomes back Mengyue Wang, Owner and Online Coach at MW Fitness.Mengyue first joined us nearly two years ago, and this time, she shares her inspiring journey transitioning to life in Hawaii. Once an Ivy League executive, Mengyue has evolved into a Fitness and Nutrition Coach for high-performing, career-driven professionals around the world. In this episode, Mengyue emphasizes that you don't have to sacrifice your health to build a successful career. She’s passionate about creating transformational experiences by identifying the GAP in each of her clients’ lives and delivering real, tailored solutions.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 230 welcomes Howard Ankin, Owner of Ankin Law and a prominent personal injury attorney in the Chicagoland area. A third-generation lawyer, Howard reflects on growing up in a family deeply rooted in the legal profession, often spending school breaks accompanying his father to court. Many of his clients today are children and grandchildren of those his father and grandfather once represented. Howard shares how he found his own path within the legal world, building a practice centered on personal injury, product liability, and mass torts. With a deep passion for justice and an unwavering commitment to his community, Howard has dedicated his career to continuing the Ankin family tradition—providing trusted, compassionate, and superior legal support to those in need. This is a powerful story of legacy, purpose, and a lifelong devotion to the law.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 229 features Marc Brown, Founder & Managing Attorney at the Marc Brown Law Firm, serving personal injury and wrongful death victims across South Carolina and Georgia. With a unique perspective shaped by years representing major insurance companies and corporations, Marc now fights for the individuals on the other side of the courtroom — the injured and their families. Since launching his firm in 2019, Marc has brought big-firm experience and dedication to a boutique, client-focused practice. Tune in to hear how Marc's journey from defending powerful entities to championing justice for the underserved has shaped his mission, mindset, and message. This is the story of a lawyer who knows both sides — and chooses to stand with the people.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 227 welcomes back Massimo D’Angelo, Partner & Co-Chair of the Real Estate Industry Group at Black Rome LLP in NYC — and a longtime friend from UMass-Amherst. In this powerful return to the show (last featured in Episode 3), Massimo dives into his roots as the son of Southern Italian immigrants and traces his journey to becoming a legal force in high-stakes real estate litigation. He recounts his pivotal role in the Atelier Condo board raid, where his investigation led to a sweeping crackdown on short-term rentals in Manhattan. Massimo also shares how that case opened the door to representing none other than former Georgian President Mikheil Saakashvili. Don’t miss this gripping conversation with a lawyer making headlines.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 227, we sit down with Grant Little, the CEO of Precedent, to discuss his extensive 20+ years of experience in the insurance industry. From his beginnings as a claims analyst to recognizing the need for innovative solutions in the legal field, Grant shares his journey of creating Precedent. Precedent is transforming the way insurance claims are handled by law firms. With its cutting-edge platform, it streamlines key processes, allowing claims to be set up, limits verified, demands drafted, offers made, and settlement payments processed in record time. By reducing administrative tasks, eliminating unnecessary back-and-forth, and minimizing stalemates with insurance companies, Precedent ensures a more efficient and error-free experience for both insurers and law firms. Join us as we explore how Precedent is saving time, cutting costs, and ensuring fair, reasonable settlement outcomes for all parties involved.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast episode 226 welcomes Aaron Zimmerman, the Head of Attorney Recruitment at Morgan & Morgan. Aaron shares his journey from Harvard Law School—where he was a member of the Harvard Defenders—to his current role recruiting top trial attorneys for one of the largest plaintiffs’ firms in the country. Before attending Harvard, Aaron made the strategic decision to defer his admission and work as a legal headhunter at a boutique recruiting firm. There, he trained under two veteran legal recruiters and led litigation placements. This formative experience gave him deep insight into the career trajectories of litigators, helping him understand both immediate and long-term professional pathways in the legal field. As an executive recruiter, Aaron interviewed and placed hundreds of attorneys into prestigious AmLaw 100 firms both domestically and internationally. Now, he brings that wealth of experience to Morgan & Morgan, passionately working "For the People" by ensuring the firm is staffed with the best trial attorneys available.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 225 features Nancy Jeng, Co-Founder of Billalbles AI. Jeng shares her inspiring journey from the world of advertising to the forefront of legal tech innovation. A graduate of the University of Texas with a degree in advertising, Nancy began her career creating high-profile ad campaigns—including work featured during the Super Bowl. Her path led her to major tech companies like Google and Pinterest, where she honed her skills in tech and product development. Drawing from her own experience as a timekeeper, Nancy co-founded Billables AI, a groundbreaking legal tech startup. The company offers an AI-powered, automated time tracking tool designed for lawyers, consultants, marketers, and other professional services providers. Billables AI aims to revolutionize time reporting by making it seamless and accurate.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 224 features Samah “Sam” Abukhodeir, Founder and Managing Partner at The Florida Probate and Family Law Firm. Sam shares her story of patience and perseverance and how she grew her law firm to 12 attorneys and 30 plus employees across nine offices. The firm is dedicated to serving clients throughout Florida in the areas of probate, guardianship, estate planning, elder law, and family law. We first shared Sam’s story with the Lawyer Stories Community in October of 2020. Sam is also a Founding Member of Lawyer Stories Connect!
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 223 features Patrick Carver, Chief Executive Officer of Constellation Marketing, located in Atlanta, Georgia, but offering services to all law firms. Constellation’s journey that began in 2017 is rooted in a personal story. When Patrick discovered his father being underserved by a major legal marketing company, he took matters into his own hands. By implementing effective SEO and advertising strategies, Patrick not only revitalized his father’s firm, adding $200,000 to its revenue within a year, but also laid the foundation for what Constellation is today. Since then, Constellation has liberated over 100 law firms from ineffective marketing, consistently driving them towards and beyond the seven-figure mark. In addition, Constellation has been a supporter of the Lawyer Stories community and has offered to host our community members’ websites for free of charge while supplies last.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 222 features Jay Kobak, CEO & Co-Founder at 5 Star Legal Funding, LLC based out of New York. Jay shares with us that he spent many years in the financial industry offering investment advice to attorneys. While getting to know these attorneys he heard their frustrations and disappointments regarding their clients’ legal funding issues. Jay recounts the story of sitting down for a meal with twenty of the top trial attorneys in New York City to figure out how he could make a different in the legal funding industry. He later went on to assist those attorneys’ clients with their funding needs! 5 Star Legal Funding offers a non-compounding, low cost and lawyer friendly product. Jay is a passionate and affable individual and tells us that regarding the employees at 5 Star Legal Funding, “Everybody is somebody.” Jay will go above and beyond to help friends, family, or someone in need.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 221 features April Miller Boise, EVP, Chief Legal Officer (Corporate Affairs, Policy, Integrity, Trade & Legal) at Intel Corporation. April shares her story growing up in the Detroit area and having had the opportunity to intern with Saturn for two summers and then General Motors legal staff. April has a love for the automotive industry and for all things manufacturing, (and even before receiving her JD she worked in manufacturing). Her experiences from GM, to Honeywell, and to Ford shaped her interest in business law and ultimately capital markets and M&A. April spent time in private practice on Wall Street and later moved back to the Midwest; there, she joined a law firm, where she started the Private Equity Group and became Partner, Managing Partner, and a member of the Executive Committee. In 2011, after 15+ years of private practice, April moved in-house to a GC role in manufacturing, and has never looked back. Intel is a global technology company with an iconic brand, known for being one of the world’s largest semiconductor companies and the only company that researches, designs, and manufactures leading node semiconductors in America. April has the breadth of experience and skills necessary to lead the team forward.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 220 features Michael Kopsick, Owner and Attorney at The Law Offices of Michael W. Kopsick, focusing on personal injury in the Chicagoland area of Illinois. We discuss Michael’s journey to the practice of law from his days Clemson University to attending John Marshall Law School where Michael could pivot from school to providing legal counsel to his hometown community. Michael has also represented family members and loved ones in wrongful death cases and has a proven track record of success and has achieved excellent results for his clients. Michael connects well displaying empathy to his clients and aims to maintain working relationships with his adversaries but will increase his fierce advocacy and competitiveness as needed.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 219 features Brad and Zach Baber, a father-son team with over thirty years combined legal experience in criminal defense located in Whitley County, IN. Zach is an active member of the community as a high school football coach, and Brad is a former Navy JAG. Zach is dedicated to helping attorneys build sustainable, client-focused law practices through his program “Build My Law Practice,” (BMLP) guiding attorneys launching and/or growing the practice they actually want. Zach’s goal is to help his fellow lawyers establish thriving law firms with clarity and confidence. Zach and Brad strive to serve, lead, and make an impact.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 218 features Yasmin Morshedian, court reporter and founder of YM Legal Services! Yasmin takes us behind the scenes of her entrepreneurial journey—from becoming a court reporter to launching her very own court reporting agency in South Florida. She shares invaluable advice on how lawyers can choose the right court reporting agency for their practice, and opens up about the highs and lows of building a business from the ground up. Yasmin’s story is a powerful blend of hard work, perseverance, and passion. Her journey is full of practical insights and inspiration that will resonate with both legal professionals and aspiring entrepreneurs alike. We are grateful to have Yasmin as part of the Lawyer Stories Connect community!
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 217 features Travis Meltzer, Founding Attorney at Valley Injury Law in Phoenix, Arizona. Travis shares his story with us and after defending the insurance companies for five years, decided to utilize his skills to help people injured by others’ negligence to ensure the best result in light of their injuries. Travis has a relaxed manner and is naturally compassionate, truthful, and possesses a unique ability to understand ability to communicate with clients from all facets of life. Travis prides himself on taking cases from intake to trial and tell us to “Be yourself,” and approach cases with interaction not just as a process.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 216 features Ross A. Brennan, Trial Lawyer at Cronauer Law, focusing on personal injury and civil rights law in Texas. Ross shares his story, first serving on active duty in the Air Force Judge Advocate General (JAG) Corps for five assignments, attaining the rank of Major. After Honorably separating from active duty, Ross worked full-time an investigator and his investigations pertained mostly to civil rights, employment discrimination, and matters of federal civil litigation. After some time, Ross missed the courtroom and brought his unique experience to Cronauer Law’s Texas office. (Cronauer Law also has an office in Sycamore, Illinois and it was our pleasure to host C. Nicholas Cronauer on Episode 117 of the Lawyer Stories Podcast.) Ross tells us to be innovative and efficient, and that if you can state something simply, you don’t understand it well enough.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 215 features C. Glen Ged, Founding Partner at Ged Lawyers focusing on personal injury and personal injury protection (PIP) claims throughout Florida and Massachusetts. Glen has established a reputation as one of North America’s most compassionate and dedicated lawyers and one of the country’s most aggressive litigators, earning thousands of referrals from clients and lawyers nationwide. He has successfully represented many clients in severe personal injury and wrongful death cases. Glen was featured in Forbes in an article “How Ged Lawyers is Taking on Corporate America,” and Ged Lawyers takes great pride in being an innovative law firm changing the game with their advanced technology. Lawyer Stories had the pleasure to record our first-ever live podcast with Glen prior to our epic Miami Connect event.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 214 features Cynthia Runge, founder and owner of Peridot Family Law LLC in Boston, Massachusetts (also admitted in New York.) We discuss Cynthia’s interest in pursuing a law degree, completing her undergrad in Boston and law school in California. About ten years after receiving her JD, Cynthia’s interest in the arts led her to receiving a certificate in Museum Studies. Now, Cynthia has a focus on family law, collaborative law, divorce mediation and care and protection matters. Cynthia’s background also includes experience in landlord/tenant and real estate law in addition to intellectual property matters for artists and non-profits. For more information, you can check out Cynthia’s website at www.peridotfamilylaw.com.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 213 features Jordan M. Jones, Trial Attorney licensed in California and Michigan, Board Certified by the National Board of Trial Advocacy ("NBTA"), and Owner at Los Angeles Truck Accident Lawyers. We discuss Jordan’s Lawyer Story and the recent launch of his law firm, Los Angeles Truck Accident Lawyers. (www.trucklawyers.com). Jordan has litigated over one hundred trucking cases since he began more than a decade ago and is currently one of two lawyers in California who is a Board Certified in truck accident law by the NBTA. Jordan has also been a big supporter, guide, and friend to Lawyer Stories, appearing on the second episode of the Lawyer Stories Podcast with Benny Gold!
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 212 features Heather Reese and Michael Pungitore, trial lawyers in Philadelphia focused on personal injury law. We discuss both Heather and Michael’s reasons for becoming lawyers and Heather shares with us the only competition you have is who you were the day before. Heather takes pride in being part of the Hispanic National Bar Association, and enjoys the personal aspect of community. Michael, a competitive person by nature, likes the exercise of figuring out the other party’s arguments in order to maximize his representation in court. As far as social media goes, Heather tells us to be authentic, don’t be fake, and be kind!
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 211 features Monica Ishak, Trial Attorney and Owner at the Ishak Law Firm, P.A. in West Palm Beach, Florida, focused on Criminal Defense. We discuss that Monica’s parents are from Egypt and that she is a first generation American and South Florida Native. Monica began her career trying cases as a certified legal intern in law school at the Public Defender's Office in Miami. Upon graduating law school, she started as an Assistant Public Defender in Palm Beach County where she tried numerous misdemeanor cases. Monica believes in strong and compassionate advocacy for her clients and tells us to stand your ground. Indeed, Monica tells us that her passion lies in criminal justice reform and ultimately providing quality representation to those she knows she can help. We are grateful to have Monica as a Founding Member of Lawyer Stories Connect!
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 210 features Cary London, Managing Partner at Shulman and Hill in Greater New York City focusing on Civil Rights, Police Brutality, Excessive Force, Wrongful Convictions, and Personal Injury. Cary is the Chair of the Civil Rights Division of the Brooklyn Bar Association, and a Board Member of the Brooklyn Defender Services. Cary is also a Founding Member of Lawyer Stories Connect! Cary’s journey as a civil rights lawyer began during his tenure as a Public Defender in Brooklyn. Cary witnessed, firsthand, the systemic injustices prevalent in the criminal justice system. This experience ignited a fire within him to advocate for change and pursue justice for those who have been marginalized or wronged. One case at a time, Cary is becoming a voice for those in need, consistently striving to create a more equitable society for all.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 209 features Jo Stephens, CEO at Law Firm Sites, a digital marketing and web design agency specializing in helping law firms of all sizes thrive online. Jo shares with us that she has been in several different roles at Law Firm Sites, including Office Manager, Project Manager, and Director of Development. In 2017, Jo became the COO, and she finally took over as CEO and purchased the company in the fall of 2020. Jo managed to go back to school to work on her degree, raise her son, and donate time to her local community. Jo has helped build Law Firm Sites, Inc. from a few staff members working in a basement, to now over 35 employees. Law Firm Sites has even offered to build and manage a new website for Lawyer Stories and we are grateful for this opportunity!
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 208 features Katurah Topps, a NYC civil rights lawyer and motivational speaker, most recently known for her appearance on CBS’ Hit Reality TV Show “SURVIVOR,” season 45. While on Survivor, Katurah revealed that she spent her childhood raised in a religious cult, where she was ripped out of school at 10-years-old, forced into years of manual labor, and eventually became a child bride. In this powerful interview we discuss how Katurah overcame seemingly insurmountable hardships, escaped the cult, and became a Georgetown Law graduate—and what she is doing now to help others! We also discuss Katurah’s motivational speaking and coaching sessions, where she travels across the country helping trauma survivors and people who feel stuck in their everyday lives, to reach their highest potential.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 207 features Judge Frank Caprio, retired judge who served as the chief judge of the municipal court in Providence and chairman of the Rhode Island Board of Governors for Higher Education. Judge Caprio’s judicial work is widely known on the television program Caught in Providence, and he has recently released a book titled “Compassion in the Court. Life-Changing Stories from America’s Nicest Judge.” Judge Caprio shares his story with us beginning with his father working as a fruit peddler and telling him he would be a lawyer one day. Judge Caprio feels privileged to be part of a loving family and it carried over to him serving compassionate justice in his courtroom, making sure the litigants before him departed the courtroom with dignity. It was a pleasure to host Judge Caprio on the Lawyer Stories Podcast.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 170 features Travis Hoechlin, CEO of RizeUP Media in Alisa Viejo, CA. We discuss with Travis how RizeUp is diligently assisting law firms to generate new clients from the internet, increase revenue and help grow their businesses. RizeUp has representatives throughout the country, and will roll up their sleeves to discover your needs, help scale your law firm, by utilizing a dedicated account manager and sales strategist along with other specialized departments to assist your firm. RizeUp Media offers bespoke marketing solutions crafted specifically for law firms without long-term contracts.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 205 features Anna-Kay Brown, highly driven attorney-at-law at Stanbrook Prudhoe, located in Kingston, Jamaica, and focusing on environmental cases in Guyana. Anna-Kay is admitted to practice law in New York, Jamaica, Guyana, and Anguilla. Anna-Kay shares with us that she always wanted to be an attorney and we discuss her cross-Caribbean representation: transactional, litigation and regulatory where she is keen on complex and interesting matters. Stanbrook Prudhoe acts independently or in support of other Counsel wanting collaboration and/or support with heavy lifting. Anna-Kay completed a Master of Laws (LLM) in Competition Innovation and Technology Law at NYU School of Law in May 2022.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 204 features Robert Simon, Co-Founder at Justice HQ/Justice Team/Attorney Share/Justice Team Network in Manhattan Beach, CA. We discuss why Bob went from Pittsburgh to Pepperdine and his inspiration from launching Justice HQ and Attorney Share. We discuss the meaning of community and how the lawyers creating content and posting on social media have become a community within themselves. Bob continues to headline legal events in all different locations, give back to our legal community by sharing his extensive knowledge, and creating content for us to learn from and enjoy.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 203 features Richard Leonard, Dean at Campbell University School in Raleigh, North Carolina, and author of “From Welcome to Windhoek: A Judge’s Journey.” We discuss Dean Leonard’s story, growing up in Welcome, North Carolina, and becoming an innovative judge, global citizen and go-to guy for court-building in emerging African nations. Over the course of his long career, Dean Leonard has been a pioneering judge, a groundbreaking court administrator, a restorer of historic courthouses and, at age 29 the youngest U.S. District Court Clerk in the country.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 202 features Paige Sparks, Owner and Trial Attorney at Sparks Law Firm in St. Louis, Missouri, focusing on employment law. Paige is also a TikTok superstar and was first featured by Lawyer Stories in December of 2019! Paige shares her story with us from being involved in high school debate to the unfortunate car accident that occurred on her drive to the first day of law school. Paige tells us she worked several jobs before becoming a lawyer and we discuss when she knew she was going viral on social media. Paige also provides some tips for those seeking to grow their social media pages.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 201 features Nicole Dolgon, Partner at ESCA Legal, a New York City based team dedicated to legal protection worldwide for their clients and being strategic counsel for IP-Focused Businesses. Nicole began her professional career at a boutique law firm in New York City. She transitioned to an in-house career as the Director of Business Development & Licensing at ED Ellen DeGeneres, where she led transactional negotiations between Ellen's licensees, partners, joint-venturers and representatives. She drafted, negotiated and executed license, joint venture, partnership, collaboration, sponsorship and design services agreements. Nicole recently served as Senior Counsel to Party City Holdings Inc., where she was responsible for negotiations between Party City and third parties for master services, SaaS, consulting and licensing agreements, as well as other commercial contracts as necessary. Nicole frequently speaks at her law school alma mater the Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 200 features Caryn Beth Gold, Director of Community Engagement at Lawyer Stories Connect. This conversation format is different than other episodes. Caryn discusses her new role with Lawyer Stories and how she plans to assist in delivering a designated space on Mighty Networks for legal professionals to grow and learn together as a community. Benny discusses the Lawyer Stories vision and how the Lawyer Stories Connect platform seemed like the next best step in the growth of the community. Lawyer Stories Connect will offer members webinars from legal experts we’ve met on our journey, virtual roundtables to discuss best practices, events, blog posts, a digital badge, social media posts, and networking which will be facilitated by Benny. Come find your referral partners or perhaps meet a new best friend.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 199 features Natalie Lopez, Owner at Natalie Lopez, Attorney at Law, PA, aka “Nat Guilty,” focused on Criminal Defense in South Florida. Natalie knew she wanted to be an attorney when she was fifteen years old and the New Jersey native pursued her career in South Florida. Natalie worked as an Assistant Public Defender at the Broward County Public Defender’s Office and now owns her law firm and is handling cases involving criminal defense, domestic violence, and family law. Natalie’s legal representation is focused on conquering your case and bringing you to your legal destination.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 198 features Michael Shane, Florida Bar Board Certified Immigration and Nationality Lawyer, a Managing Partner at Shane & Shane, P.A. located in Fort Lauderdale, but serving all of South Florida with a worldwide client base. We discuss Michael’s journey to the profession of law beginning with his childhood in Oceanside, NY to his days at the University of Miami School of Law. Mr. Shane pursued through some difficult times and ascended to the profession because of his hard work, dedication and some timely advice. Michael was an inaugural member of the Florida Bar’s Immigration and Nationality Law Certification committee. From 1986 to 1987, Mr. Shane was President of the South Florida Chapter of the American Immigration and Lawyers Association (AILA). It was a pleasure to interview a pillar of the Florida immigration law community.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 197 features Jennifer Netska, Founder and Managing Attorney at Netska Law Group, Personal Injury Attorney located in Miami, FL and serving New York and Ankit Kapoor, Partner & Trial Attorney at Cohen Stine Kapoor LLP focused on high-net-worth matrimony & Family Law cases in NYC. We recorded this joint episode subsequent to our Lawyer Stories Connect NYC event where both Jennifer and Ankit were attendees. This episode displays a common thread of two attorneys that are very motivated to serve their clients well and achieve excellence in their respective fields. Jennifer operates a modern day practice telling us to keep it simple when acquiring clients and Ankit advises newer attorneys to go to the partners with solutions, not problems.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 196 features Shefali Lakhani, Attorney & Founder at Lakhani Legal, a Business and IP Law Firm in New York City. Shefali shares that she is the child of immigrant parents and had a feeling of entrepreneurship that was always in the back of her mind. Shefali launched Lakhani Legal, a business and IP law firm, and works primarily with small and medium sized businesses, start-ups, and entrepreneurs. Lakhani Legal provides expert legal advice through the duration of the client’s business, from entity incorporation and licensing to contracts. Shefali discusses her own version of an “Impact,” and we talk about how human-centered design helps her in her law practice.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 195 features Sara Shikhman, Managing Partner and Healthcare Attorney at Lengea Law, legal solutions for healthcare innovators, located in New York City. Sara was born in Ukraine and as a young girl settled with her family in Brooklyn. We discuss Sara’s ascent from Penn Law to Managing Partner at Lengea Law. Sara has over 20 years of experience as a healthcare lawyer and a healthcare business operator. She is also the author of MedSpa Confidential, a Best Seller on Amazon that provides guidance on how to start, grow, and sell a medical spa business.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 194 features Paul Mallis, Senior Partner at Young, Marr, Mallis & Associates, focusing on Criminal Defense in Philadelphia, PA. Paul shareds his lawyer story with us about how right out the gate he knew he was a lawyer through and through, it was totally intentional and not by mistake because of the feelings he had at a young age. Paul tells us that he offers a special level of service, answering calls and being responsive at all hours because the client comes first. Paul offers some advice about trial preparation telling us to know your case cold and to be prepared.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 193 features Allison Pierre, CEO at Innovative Prosecution Consulting (“IPC”) located in Washington, DC. Allison is a criminal justice reform advocate empowering prosecutors to make smarter policy decisions with data-drive insights. Allison shares her legal journey beginning with her first job as an Assistant District Attorney in Brooklyn and then becoming a Special United States Attorney in the U.S. Attorney’s Office in D.C. Allison realized that reform work was not a career path but a “calling” for her and created IPC. The IPC team, with data scientists from American University, equips prosecutors with the tools to ensure their actions align with their policies.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 192 features Liana Zavo, Founder & CEO ZavoMedia PR Group. Liana is a PR Expert, Crisis and Reputation Manager, Forbes Thought Leader & Contributor, located in New York City. Liana shares with us that she is a second generation journalist, inspired by her grandmother who was a journalist in Russia. Liana is passionate about what she does, and will get your personal brand and company recognized on television and major media platforms – like she has done for Lawyer Stories with our PIX 11 article that featured in July 2024. Liana is inviting Lawyer Stories community members to attend the upcoming PR & Branding Summit in NYC! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/be-seen-be-heard-nycs-pr-branding-summit-with-liana-zavo-tickets-971718846227?aff=erelexpmlt
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The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 191 features Marilyn Chinitz, Litigator and Partner at Blank Rome LLP in New York City focusing on family law, with particular emphasis on complex divorce actions. Marilyn has been involved in numerous high-profile celebrity cases that have received national and international attention. Marilyn shares with us that her parents were Holocaust survivors, and she was taught that hard work is the way to achieve success. Marilyn brings years of experience in every facet of family law to a setting where the focus is placed on responsive, creative, direct, and efficient communication and representation whether it is within the context of litigation or settlement negotiations. It was a pleasure to record an episode with Marilyn, one of the world’s most prominent matrimony attorneys.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 190 features Jim Andrews, President & Cofounder of Precedent, a platform streamlining information exchange and negotiation between law firms and insurance carriers, located in Santa Barbara, California. Jim shares with us about his vast insurance background and how he made his way with Grant Little to launch Precedent. We discuss how Precedent is a plaintiff’s law firm connectivity into insurance carriers and how Precedent assists at all points that a plaintiff firm and insurance carriers would interact. Precedent’s goal is to reduce administrative tasks, eliminate endless back and forth, and minimize stalemates. This saves insurance carriers and law firms’ money while reducing errors and helps both parties work more efficiently, ensuring fair and reasonable settlement outcomes.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 189 features Cynthia Sandoval & Matt D’Abusco, Co-Founders of Elite Litigation Training (“ELT”), located in Newport Beach, California. We discuss why both Cynthia and Matt became attorneys and why they launched Elite Litigation Training together. ELT trains new lawyers to be confident litigators. We discuss the sometimes difficult transition from law school to law firm and how ELT provides live and on-demand training to understand the litigation process and work more efficiently. Lawyer Stories enjoys working with ELT and their courses are accessible at https://www.elitelitigationtraining.com/ - our discount code is LawyerStories
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 188 features Cheree McAlpine, Chief Legal Officer at Zoom, located in San Jose, California. Cheree tells us about growing up in rural Alabama and her journey from law school in Boston to Silicon Valley in San Francisco. Sheree tells us to listen, learn, and fall in love with the problems and to show up as your authentic self. Cheree was appointed as the Chief Legal Officer at Zoom in March 2024 a time when the platform helped us collaborate during the Covid-19 crisis. As Zoom continues to evolve, Cheree’s leadership will play a pivotal role in navigating the legal complexities of the dynamic tech landscape.1
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 187 features Lauren Klein, Founder of modern estate planning law firm + success coach for law students and new lawyers located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Lauren shares with us her journey through law school and decision to obtain her LL.M in Taxation at the University of Florida. Lauren started her career by working at a big four accounting firm and then ended up in big law. Eventually, Flourish Law Group was launched and is passionate about bringing exceptional estate planning services to Florida families, navigating the estate planning process, and advising the best ways to protect family, assets, and legacy.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 186 features Michael Geller, Owner & Managing Attorney at The Geller Firm in San Francisco, California, focusing on Family Law. Michael shares his story with us, born in the former Soviet Union, Tashkent, Uzbekistan, and moving to the San Francisco area with his family at age five. Michael first entered the medical field at the assertive requests of his mother, working as a physician’s associate for seven years. It was during that time that Michael went to law school in the evening and was able to graduate from law school and launch his own Family Law firm and has not looked back.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 185 features Miriam Airington-Fisher, Owner & Attorney at Airington Law in Richmond, VA focusing on Immigration Law. Miriam shares her journey with us as an author, coach, mother, and attorney running a business as a working mom. Miriam takes great pride in the family-friendly culture at her firm, and is passionate about supporting other lawyer moms so they can continue doing great work and have a meaningful personal life. Miriam released a book, Mom's A Lawyer: How to Start a Firm and Take Control of Your Life provides an in-depth guide to help lawyer moms create a firm that's profitable, yet family-friendly.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 184 features Marly Broudie, Founder and President of SocialEyes Communications located in Toronto, Canada but assisting law firms all over. Marly started working for a litigation firm as a paralegal in 2012 and had the opportunity to draft an application for a lawyer to receive an award. Marly tells us she enjoyed the creativity of the project and knew that the marketing piece was for her. Marly is passionate about her work at SocialEyes Communications and tells us to just keep going when building our brands because consistency is key.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 183 features Golnoush Goharzad, Founder & Attorney at Goharzad Law APC, focusing on Personal Injury and Employment Law in Southern California. Golnoush shares her story with us, emigrating from Iran at three years old and believing that lawyers are born and not made. What sets GG apart is her diverse experience, having represented both plaintiffs and defendant corporations and the insurance companies. This breadth of experience grants her a unique behind-the-scenes perspective, enabling her to anticipate opposing strategies and develop robust solutions tailored to your case. When dealing with the opposition, Golnoush tells us to be creative with how you litigate and speak to opposing counsel. Throughout this episode, Golnoush provides helpful advice to all of us.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 182 features Joseph L Benson II, Attorney & Managing Partner at Benson& Bingham Accident Injury Lawyers located in Las Vegas, Nevada. Joe shares his lawyer story with us beginning in high school where he played football and competed in track and field, earning the AAA All-State Football Champions title. Joe was driven by a passion for justice and embarked on his legal career and launched Benson & Bingham with his second cousin, Ben. Joseph’s professional journey has been marked by thousands of successfully handled cases, trials in Justice, District, and Federal Court, and expertise in all aspects of Civil Tort Litigation.
BenThe Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 181 features Mika Mooney, Founder + Attorney at Mika Mooney Law, PLLC, focusing on Business, Trademark, and Employment matters in New York. Mika shares with us that Mika Mooney Law was born out of a desire to support female founders in all things legal in a straight-forward, caring and sound way; all with a goal of also making legal counsel approachable and accessible. Mika is redefining legal for the modern entrepreneur and will create a stress-free, easy and seamless legal experience.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 180 features Jordan Strokovsky, Founder of Strokovsky LLC, Philadelphia Trial Attorney hungry for exceptional results that his seriously injured clients deserve. Jordan shares his lawyer story with us and his hard work ethic, integrity and compassion earns him the trust of his clients and respect of his opponents. These attributes have also helped him obtain significant verdicts and settlements. For good reason, many lawyers refer or seek to co-counsel their serious injury and wrongful death cases with Jordan.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 179 features Christine Han, Managing Attorney at Han Law Group, LLC focusing on Family Law, Immigration Law, and Criminal Law in Colorado. We hosted Christine on Episodes 27 & 83 and learn how her law practice has grown since our prior discussions. Christine tells us that her firm has a promise – no surprises, no secrets, and no surrender! Christine discusses what it is like representing celebrities, and provides the advice that when launching your own law firm, the sky is the limit.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 178 features Perry Skoutelas, CEO & Co-Founder of Gladiate, the modern operating system for personal injury. Perry shares with us that he is a lawyer by education who has spent 10+ years improving business operations and building data products and teams within early and late stage VC backed tech companies such as Etsy and Grubhub as well as Seed - Series A companies. Perry co-founded Gladiate to help founding personal injury attorneys conquer legal ops.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 177 features Milana Dostanitch, Senior Of Counsel at Lipsky Lowe LLP in New York City focusing on Employment Law, and Co-Founder of IWILL – Inspiring Women in Law League. Milana takes us through her story, being born in Russia and raised in Cyprus. As a young teenager Milana found herself living for months without electricity in Cyprus, doing her homework under street lights. Milana decided that she was going to become a lawyer and after attending Trinity in Texas found herself at Fordham University School of Law in New York City. Milana has become a successful employment lawyer and has recently become a Co-Founder of IWILL based out of New York City. IWILL navigates the challenges women face in the legal profession and it has grown into a vibrant networking community of more than 100 lawyers across the country.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 176 features Janelle Romero, Owner and Managing at Attorney at Gen Esq. Law, PLLC, focusing on Labor and Employment Law in New York City. Janelle shares with us that after graduating from the 2-year honors program New York Law School she began her career defending employees who were illegally underpaid by their employers. Janelle has gained amazing experience, and had even gone back to the firm she worked for right after law school and started their discrimination department within their labor and employment practice. After joining a startup, and building an engaging presence on TikTok, she decided to launch Gen Esq Law, PLLC.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 175 features, Thomas J. Dawson III, JD, MPH, MA, CEO & Founder of TD&P Consulting, Inc. located in Silver Spring, MD. We discuss Tom’s career and how he became a highly accomplished ERISA attorney, health policy expert, forensic economist, and medical pricing expert. Tom has approximately 30 years in healthcare policy and regulation, and in 2010 founded TD&P Consulting, Inc., a national firm specializing in healthcare consulting and cost analysis. Special thanks to our sponsor Lex Reception, answering your telephone calls at all hours of the day and night. Register with Lex and receive a special Lawyer Stories discount in your first month of service.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 174 features Natalia Sishodia, Managing Attorney at Sishodia, PLLC, in New York City focusing on Real Estate Law. Natalia first appeared on the Lawyer Stories Podcast on Episode 79 where she shared with us her personal journey from being a waitress on a student exchange program in the USA, to starting her own law firm. Natalia goes deep again on this episode and shares with us one of her hardest obstacles she had to overcome as an attorney: suspension from the practice of law. Natalia overcame her obstacles to become a successful New York City Real Estate Lawyer and believes that success is a blend of small victories and significant obstacles overcome. Special thanks to our sponsor Lex Reception, answering your telephone calls at all hours of the day and night. Register with Lex and receive a special Lawyer Stories discount in your first month of service.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 173 features, Gregory W. Bowman, Dean and Professor of Law at Roger Williams University School of Law (“RWUSOL”) in Bristol, Rhode Island (Benny Gold’s Alma Mater.) We discuss Dean Bowman’s journey through big law, practicing international trade and corporate compliance, and entrance into the world of academia. We speak about the Institute for Race and Law that is being launched at RWUSOL and how the law school is increasing inclusion and equity, and RWUSOL becoming a world class institution. Special thanks to our sponsor Lex Reception, answering your telephone calls at all hours of the day and night. Register with Lex and receive a special Lawyer Stories discount in your first month of service.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 172 features Ethen Ostroff, Headmaster at the Future Firm Mastermind, CEO of Ethen Ostroff Law and Attorney Assistant. We talk to Ethen about his two technology-driven, growing companies, his mission to improve people’s quality of life by representing or co-counseling clients, and providing over one million jobs to people. Ethen is an avid content creator on LinkedIn as well, posting helpful and thought provoking commentary for the legal community.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 171 features, Dawn Smith, Managing Partner at Smith Clinesmith LLP, focusing on civil litigation and fighting elder abuse located in Dallas, Texas. Dawn shares her story with us, raised by a single mom in Tucson, Arizona, with the help of loving grandparents. Dawn’s dream of becoming a lawyer solidified in her heart on an eighth-grade field trip to Washington D.C. where she visited the U.S. Supreme Court. Dawn has widespread recognition as one of the top attorneys in her field and nursing home law and believes those who work hard and dream big can accomplish anything. Special thanks to our sponsor Lex Reception, answering your telephone calls at all hours of the day and night. Register with Lex and receive a special Lawyer Stories discount in your first month of service.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 170 features Travis Hoechlin, CEO of RizeUP Media in Alisa Viejo, CA. We continue our previous discussion (see Episode 155) about how RizeUp is assisting law firms to generate new clients from the internet, increase revenue and help grow their businesses. RizeUp has representatives throughout the country, and will roll up their sleeves to discover your needs, help your law firm scale, and will dedicate an account manager, sales strategist along with other specialized departments to assist your firm. Special thanks to our sponsor Lex Reception, answering your telephone calls at all hours of the day and night. Register with Lex and receive a special Lawyer Stories discount in your first month of service.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 169 features Leah N. Miller, MBA, Founder & CEO of LNM Financial Services, a Fractional CFO for law firms focused on growth located in Fort Myers, FL, but assisting firms all over the country. Leah shares her story with us and how she gained valuable skills working as a CFO and paralegal for over ten years at a law firm. Leah teaches us that “Revenue can be a rollercoaster,” and provides some tips for law firms to cut costs. Leah is on a mission to help law firm owners become confident in their law firm finances and creates important and valuable content on her LinkedIn account. Special thanks to our sponsor Lex Reception, answering your telephone calls at all hours of the day and night. Register with Lex and receive a special Lawyer Stories discount in your first month of service.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 168 features Michael Kotik, Partner at SKA Law Group, LLC in Philadelphia, focusing on Criminal Defense in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Michael shares his story about emigrating from Russia, to Austria, then to New York and now Philadelphia. Prior to opening up his law firm Michael worked for the Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office, and a criminal defense firm in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Attorney Kotik has also had his own tutoring company called www.tutor4bar.com, a company that helped law students pass the bar exam throughout the nation. Michael has built himself a reputation for being aggressive and eager to get the right results for his clients, and is a loyal and passionate advocate. Special thanks to our sponsor Lex Reception, answering your telephone calls at all hours of the day and night. Register with Lex and receive a special Lawyer Stories discount in your first month of service.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 167 features Neal Goldstein, Partner at Goldstein & Bashner, P.C. in Long Island, NY, focusing on Personal Injury. Neal is a mentor to millennial lawyers, and the best-selling author of Who’s in the Waiting Room, creating the life you want through the power of authentic relationships. Neal shares his incredible story with us, growing up in a home where his mother battled debilitating challenges of Multiple Sclerosis, being a “Lost,” kid to finding himself and pursuing authentic and genuine relationships. Neal has many teaching points in this episode, including how we can all be better listeners, and to view your clients as partners.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 166 features Gus Dimopoulos, Managing Partner at Dimopoulos Bruggeman, P.C. in Westchester, New York, focusing on Matrimonial Law. Gus, raised by his parents who are Greek immigrants and hard labor workers, experienced an injustice in a particular situation and that was a turning point for Gus to pursue a career as a lawyer. Gus has launched a campaign to end the weaponization of social media in custody cases. He sees it constantly and feels something must be done to protect children in these cases. Gus is calling on other attorneys and judges to weigh in on the topic.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 165 features Skylar Worthington, Brand Director for LEX Reception. Skylar shares with us her incredible opportunities for growth since joining LEX. LEX Reception is a 24/7 legal reception service designed to give lawyers more time for what matters most. From answering calls to scheduling appointments and managing legal intake, LEX Reception is an extension of our client’s law firms around the clock. Skylar currently represents the brand globally and leads the operations team with the goal of ensuring quality service for their customers and the wider team.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 164 features Laura Reilley BSN, RN, CPN, CEO of Northeast Legal Nurse Consulting in the Greater Boston area, a consulting firm that specializes in Workers Compensation, Personal Injury, Class Action case reviews. Laura shares with us her story about why she became a nurse and how her interest led her to become a Legal Nurse Consultant (“LNC”), launching her business. Nearly 15 years of nursing experience allows Laura to seamlessly analyze medical records and develop a comprehensive product that is tailored to each client and unique case.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 163 features Laura Ramos James, Owner and Attorney at Ramos James Law, PLLC in Austin, Texas, focusing on personal injury. Laura shares her story as a victim of a severe personal injury incident herself while growing up in Mexico, and as a result Laura developed a yearning for justice early on in life. Since then, Laura has been inspired to fight for justice. She became devoted to the idea of ensuring victims of personal injuries, like her, would not be left without recourse while the persons at fault escaped responsibility. Laura was recently the recipient Top Attorney in Austin in 2022 by Austin Monthly, Woman Leader of the Year – Revelation Woman 2022, National Trial Lawyers Top 100, Super Lawyers Up and Coming Women in Texas, among many more.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 162 features Gasper Stare, Trial Lawyer at Marko Law in Detroit, Michigan, serving clients in and out of the courtroom. Gasper shares his lawyer story with us, born in Europe, raised in Canada, and now practicing law in the U.S. Gasper is a confident young attorney and has significantly developed his trial skills and advocacy in fighting for his clients. Gasper also earned various awards during his college football days where he played strong safety and earned All-Academic honors. Attorney Stare’s advice for young attorneys is to treat your law firm partner as your number one client and to grow your network.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 161 features Nicole Clark, Co-founder, CEO at Trellis, located in Los Angeles, California. Nicole shares her lawyer story with us and how the idea for Trellis was born late one night as Nicole was trying to write a complicated motion for summary judgment. She didn’t know much about the judge assigned to the case, which left her unsure about how to structure the document. A colleague let her browse through his old case files, where she stumbled upon a past ruling by her judge, on her issue, on her motion. It felt like finally having a detailed study guide to a final exam. She won her motion for summary judgment and everything changed. Nicole knew there was a massive opportunity and never looked back.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 160 features Anthony Beneduce, Associate Attorney at Leav & Steinberg, LLC, in New York City, focusing on personal injury law. Anthony shares with us that at age 19 he started as a union laborer in NYC and thought he was set for his career until he broke a finger and a toe and realized that construction work was not for him. Anthony is an underdog from Brooklyn. His persistence, commitment, and hard work despite opposition, failure, and strong criticism is what set him apart. Anthony was selected by classmates to be a commencement speaker at the Brooklyn Law School Commencement in 2016.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 159 features Cait Malhiot, Attorney at Marko Law in Detroit, Michigan, focusing on plaintiff’s-side employment litigation, defending the rights of working people. Cait shares with us that growing up she wanted to be either a lawyer or the Pink Power Ranger. Now, as a tireless fighter for employees’ rights, she feels like she gets to be both! Cait has been recognized as a “Rising Star” attorney, a Top Woman Attorney in Michigan, and the Top Rated Employment Attorney in Troy, Michigan.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 158 features Ankit Kapoor, Founding Partner and Trial Lawyer at Cohen, Stine, Kapoor, LLP, focusing on high net worth matrimonial cases in New York City. Ankit shared his journey from being a New York City Police Officer to attending law school and becoming partner of a firm at a young age. Ankit is a skilled mediator and a zealous trial attorney maintaining an unwavering focus on protecting his clients’ rights and interests, working hard to ensure that he has helped his clients pursue their goals and the favorable outcome they seek as efficiently and cost-effectively as possible.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 157 features Veronica Cardenas, Founder of Humanigration, Immigration Empowerment for Trailblazing Latinos, located in the New York City area. Veronica shares her journey, born to immigrant parents from Colombia and Peru, straddling two identities in America, becoming the first in her family to graduate from college, attend law school, and join the U.S. Federal Government. Veronica pivoted from ICE prosecutor and established Humanigration, an organization dedicated to providing unwavering guidance to non-citizens, their families, and the professionals who serve them. Veronica is reshaping perspectives on immigration through education because every immigration story is worth celebrating.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 156 features Todd Burnham, founding partner at Burnham Law in Boulder, Colorado, expert litigator, business strategist, entrepreneur, renowned speaker, leadership coach and motivational author who is passionate about helping you elevate your business, relationships, and life. Todd spoke with us, along with TJ DeMartino, expert performance management and training coach, utilizing neuroscience and technology to optimize performance. Both combined to form Sensai Consulting, providing law firms with vision and the competitive advantage they need, especially in this new emerging law model.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 155 features Travis Hoechlin, CEO of RizeUp Media in Aliso Viejo, CA. Travis was born and raised in Southern California by an entrepreneurial family and had a dream to own a successful company that made a difference in people’s lives. We discuss how Travis got involved with assisting law firms generate new clients from the internet, increase revenue, and help grow their firms. Travis reminds us that “Content is king,” and obtains new business by RizeUp’s proven results, referrals, and understanding each firm’s business.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 154 features Ryan Anderson, CEO & Founder of Filevine. We discuss Ryan’s journey from being an attorney to discovering a need for Filevine, a platform empowering all organizations with tools to simplify and elevate complex, high-stakes legal work. Filevine is powering everything from document management and client communication to contract lifecycle management and business analytics, over 25,000 legal professionals use Filevine daily to deliver excellence in every contract, deadline, and result. We appreciate Ryan sharing his story and encourage everyone to check out https://www.filevine.com/about/ .
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 153 features Laura Cowan, Esq., CPA, Estate Planning Attorney and Creator of 2-Hour Lifestyle Lawyer™. We discuss Laura’s New York City practice and why she decided to launch the 2-Hour Lifestyle Lawyer. Laura is a NYC estate planning attorney and shares with us how she teaches lawyers to launch and market a virtual, part-time estate planning practice. With 2- Hour Lifestyle Lawyer™, you can have it all – a practice that lets you help others while earning consistent revenue and still have time for the things that matter most. Laura tells us that to apply for coaching you can visit her website at www.2hourlifestylelawyer.com.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 152 features Arique Dross III, Founder & Managing Attorney at The Dross Law focusing on family law matters. Arique shares his incredible journey with us from growing up in various foster care locations, ending up on the wrong side of the law at Riker’s Island. Arique persevered against all odds and now is the owner of his own law firm in New York City. Arique is certified by the State of New York, First Department, Appellate Division as a member of the Manhattan Family Court 18B Panel, qualifying him as assigned counsel to represent parents and children in an array of family law matters ranging from custody, visitation, and orders of protection to termination of parental rights, neglect/abuse and more, in both Family Court and Supreme Court.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 151 features Jessica Nguyen, Chief Legal Officer at Lexion, an AI-powered contract management start-up. Jessica shares her lawyer story with us and the reasons why she is willing to join start-ups and build-out their legal teams and what makes her the right fit for the role. Jessica tells us that Lexion requires no IT or expensive consultants required to get started or modify workflows, and as an executive team member, will accelerate its growth and serve as the voice of the customer.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 150 features Emily Witt, dedicated legal recruiter in New York City with almost twenty years of industry experience (on both the firm side at one of the world's preeminent law firms and also on the agency side.) We discuss Emily’s path to legal recruiting and the importance that legal recruiters have in “Match-making,” to assist both law firm and attorney in locating the right fit. Emily provides helpful advice to the Lawyer Stories Community and tells us to be open for suggestions, and you can receive more insight by tuning into her podcast “Beyond the Legal Lens” which helps open the door to jobs in tech and health law.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 149 features Nicole Benjamin, Roger Williams University School of Law graduate, and shareholder at Adler Pollock & Sheehan P.C., focusing on complex, high-stakes commercial litigation, product liability defense, and appellate law. Nicole, a Rhode Island native, shares her lawyer story, beginning with selling vacuum cleaners and working at Filene’s, to having the honor of being elected as the President of the Rhode Island Bar Association. We discuss one of Nicole’s exciting initiatives as President, the launch of the Rhode Island Bar Association’s Leadership Academy.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 148 features Jay Sarmaz, Co-founder & CEO of Truve, an innovative cloud-based data analytics platform specifically designed for law firms. Jay shares his intriguing journey, beginning with his experience in aiding Fortune 500 companies with AI applications, to consulting for law firms, and eventually spearheading Truve to assist law firms in harnessing the power of their data. We dive deeper into his insights on the evolution of AI in the legal realm and explore the thrilling new advancements in the field. Tune in to uncover how AI and data analytics are revolutionizing legal practices and how platforms like Truve are at the forefront of this change.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 147 features David Pelligrinelli, President of Active Intel, in Addison, Texas, with locations in Florida and Oregon. David shares with us about being a licensed private investigator, how he was admitted as an expert witness for document forensics, and a certified civil and family court mediator. Active Intel provides professional services to assist consumer and business clients to achieve greater results with risky scenarios such as legal conflicts, cyber-attacks, and attempted fraud. We discuss David’s different websites and how they protect consumers.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 146 features Maria Santi, Founder & Managing Partner at Health and Medicine Law Firm, advocates for patients and physician directed healthcare with offices in Miami and Plantation, Florida. Maria is a Miami native and has always had a strong interest in health and medicine. She shares with us the reasoning behind being an advocate for patients and why she assists patients and consumers with health and medicine related disputes. We further discuss how artificial intelligence is now playing a role, possibly controversial, in the medical industry.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 145 features Arya Firoozmand, Co-Founder at Overture Law, located in Los Angeles, California. During Arya’s undergrad at UC Irvine he spent time with influential and impactful people that co-founded companies with him. Arya shares with us that he attended law school because it opened up opportunities that no other secondary degree could. After law school and a couple of other ventures, Arya shares that he co-founded Overture – with a mission to empower independent attorneys to expand the reach of their practices and better serve their clients; a true attorney platform with a purpose.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 144 features Mengyue Wang, Owner and Online Coach at MW Fitness. Mengyue is a Fitness and Nutrition Coach for high-performing, career-driven professionals located in Phoenix, Arizona, but assists clients regardless of their location. Mengyue shares her personal journey & struggle with us, where she began as an Ivy League Executive, but felt she needed to make the shift to help other female professionals transform their health & physiques forever.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 143 features Mike Jones, Partner at MeanPug Digital, located in Brooklyn, New York, but serving law firms across the United States. We discuss Mike's time at “The U,” his experience at BC Law and his time in Hong Kong, working as a consultant and in legal tech. Mike further shares about how he (re)-connected with Andrew & Bobby from MeanPug and why it was a good fit. MeanPug Digital offers a host of services to law firms including branding, web design & development, SEO, content marketing, and digital advertising.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 142 features Nancy Grace, American legal commentator, tireless advocate for victims’ rights, and one of television's most respected legal analysts. Nancy tells us about her time as a prosecutor in Atlanta and how she made her way onto Court TV, CNN Headline News, and Oxygen TV. We discuss Nancy’s definition of justice, and the purpose of her website Crimeonline.Com.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 141 features Tyler Joseph, personal injury, civil rights, and employment lawyer at Marko Law in Detroit, Michigan. Tyler shares his story from his years as a Fisheries & Wildlife undergraduate student, to spending a year in the Middle East studying Arabic, before returning to Detroit to pursue a career in the Law. Tyler graduated from Wayne State University Law School where he was a member of the Moot Court program.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 140 features Donté B. Grant, Esq., MBA., Founder & Managing Attorney at Brunson Grant Law Firm in Atlanta, Georgia. Donté, is considered by many to be one of the rising stars in the practice of law in the state of Georgia and is also a certified NBA Player Agent. Donté shares his story with us, from his years playing college basketball, to his time as a Combat Veteran of the U.S. Army, having served in Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan. After serving in the military Donté went on to study law in Miami and continues to make a positive impact in his community.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 139 features Devon Williamson, Founding Partner at DevonLaw, PLLC, focusing on personal injury cases in Nashville, TN. We discuss Devon’s experience working for the state government and her transition to personal injury law and the exciting launch of DevonLaw. Devon is “The attorney with heart,” using an empathetic and compassionate approach while always being trial ready.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 138 features Marcia Clark, New York Times bestselling author, television correspondent and lead prosecutor of the O.J. Simpson "trial of the century." Marcia shares thoughts about her journey from practicing criminal law since 1979 to pursuing her childhood dream of writing murder mysteries, including advice for women in the courtroom and details from her latest legal thriller, The Fall Girl.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 137 features Michael Jones, personal injury, civil right, and employment lawyer at Marko Law in Detroit Michigan. We discuss Mike’s journey as he went from Grateful Dead listening - California grade school teacher - to having the best Opening Argument in McGeorge’s Mock Trial Competition in 2016. Mike then went on to join Marko Law in Detroit, Michigan to fight against injustices, trial work, and negotiating large settlements for his clients.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 136 features Sherlyn “Char” Selassie, Pastor at Law, fighting for families in wisdom, justice and truth in Atlanta, GA. We discuss Char’s incredible lawyer story and unique approach to the practice of family law. Char shares with us her journey from being pregnant at age fourteen, to being in two different violent relationships, and having the courage and strength to pursue and excel in law school. Char now uses those experiences in her role as a spiritual and legal counselor for her clients and helping women of faith heal their faith by transforming trauma with the law of love.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 135 features Frank DiScipio, Founder Founding Partner at DiScipio Law Group, PLLC in New York City, focusing on personal injury litigation. Frank shares his lawyer story and has extensive experience preparing medical malpractice and high-exposure liability actions for litigation and does not hesitate to take a matter to trial. Frank tells us that being a lawyer is a logical extension of his skill set and has his mantra is clear - “Caring, dedicated, & responsive.”
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 134 features Alexandra Tosado, Owner & Attorney at ANT Law Firm in Orlando, Florida, focusing on personal injury. Alexandra shares her lawyer story with us and we learn how she used eight-years of experience as a paralegal, catapulted onto the largest personal injury firm in the country, to working well-known cases, to launching her own firm! Alexandra tells us that relationships are key and owning her own law firm was her calling. ANT Law Firm is a modern personal injury law firm created with the most efficient systems, network, and caring legal team to help Floridians in need.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 133 features Christopher Earley, Founder & CEO of Earley Law Group in Boston, MA, focusing his practice on catastrophic personal injury cases. Chris shares his lawyer story with us, and how right after graduating law school he opened up his own law practice with no clients, or experience, and was handling personal injury cases on day one. Chris is the author of six books and his most current book is about childhood trauma & dysfunction.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 132 features Yasha Osby, Managing Attorney at Optimum Legal Services, PLLC, in South Florida focusing on family law, landlord/tenant and real estate. Yasha shares her lawyer story and tells us what it was like to graduate during a global pandemic. Yasha hit the ground running with her firm and hasn’t looked back!
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 131 features Lorraine D’Allesio, CEO & Founder of D’Alessio Law Group focusing on Tech and Entertainment Immigration Law in Los Angeles, CA. Lorraine spent her college years in Toronto before relocating to LA. Lorraine shares with us her first-hand knowledge about the difficult legal procedure when being employed abroad and therefore brings a greater amount of appreciation for the process and assisting her clients. Lorraine and her female dominant team are “Dedicated to getting you there,” and use a holistic approach elevating clients beyond a legal approach.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 130 features Scott E. Rahn, Founding Partner of RMO, LLP, Probate Litigation in Los Angeles California and with offices in Kansas City, Miami, and Houston amongst other strategic locations. Scott shares his lawyer story with us from his early days on the family farm to law school in San Diego and explains why he left big law to launch his own firm. Scott tells us to lead with empathy when dealing with probate litigation matters and is known for his in-depth financial investigations and handling complicated intra-family dynamics with decades-long friction.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 129 features Karyna Pukaniuk, Corporate & Tax Lawyer | Head of Legal at Phase One: Karma, Lawrina project with headquarters in Ukraine. Karyna shares her lawyer story with us and about her current life in Kyiv, Ukraine. We discuss “Lawrina,” a living ecosystem for legal professionals and their clients that changes the experience of law. Clients can read legal guides, and create a professional legal template, while attorneys can benefit from Loio contract drafting and review software and lawyer directory. Karyna further tells us about the upcoming world of legal-tech.
Do you want your own podcast? The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 128 features David Yas, Founder & CEO of The Boston Podcast Network (Pod617) in Boston, Massachusetts. David shares with us his journey through law school to working in a law firm, his stint in the finance world and as editor of Mass Lawyers Weekly. We discuss how David got into podcasting and how hosting someone on a podcast has taken the place of a traditional coffee meeting. David, a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania and Boston University School of Law, has been producing podcasts since 2009 as a creative influencer, host, editor, and promotor.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 127 features Ashley-Ann Clement, Owner of Boutique Law Firm, Palmers Law, P.A., in South Florida, specializing in first-party property litigation and personal injury. Born and raised in Jamaica, Ashley-Ann shares with us her pursuit from undergraduate school in Kingston to law school and then to Northwestern for an LL.M. in Taxation. Ashley-Ann tells us to be mindful of our network and to seize opportunities. Ashley-Ann strives to achieve results beyond her clients’ expectations.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 126 features Benjamin Sachs, Consultant (The Landing Group), Law Prof (UVA), and Author (All Rise) in the Washington, DC area. We discuss Ben’ lawyer story and his inspiration for penning All Rise, Practical Tools for Building High-Performance Legal Teams. Ben shares with us his publication and how he unpacks the science of great teams, identifies best practices across industries, and provides a practical roadmap perfectly tailored to attorneys. Learn to unlock a more collaborative, more productive, higher retention team.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 125 features Amanda Laub, Founding Attorney at Laub Law in Las Vegas, Nevada, focusing on personal injury and criminal defense. Amanda shares with us that she worked two jobs to put herself through undergraduate school while caring for her mother. Mandi strongly believes in treating humans as humans and that is one of the reasons Laub Law’s motto is “Lawyers who listen.” We discuss the value of reaching out and making connections when launching a new law firm.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 124 features Chris Carsten, CEO & Managing Attorney at Armada Law, focusing on personal injury in Greenville, South Carolina and also in North Carolina and Georgia. We discuss Chris’ lawyer story and how a family dinner led him to launching a startup with is brother, Omni Healthcare, and how this experience taught him valuable lessons about entrepreneurship. Chris shares advice to new entrepreneurs and discusses why systems and processes are so important. We also discuss what is like to complete law school, become an entrepreneur, and then launch and scale a successful law firm.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 123 features Jim LiCalzi, Partner at Associate General Counsel at Duffy & Duffy, PLLC, in Rockville Centre, New York, concentrating his practice on representing catastrophically injured individuals in both complex medical malpractice and significant personal injury cases. Jim shares with us that he comes from a family of physicians but chose a different path by handling medical malpractice cases. Jim takes pride in serving underserved communities and making sure everyone has the opportunity for their day in court. Recently, Jim obtained an $80M verdict for a baby born extremely premature in the Bronx and caused to suffer profound injuries.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 122 features Joe Frick, Principal Attorney at Joe Frick Law, PLLC, and Attorney & Chief Marketing Officer at Idaho Divorce Law Firm. We discuss with Joe his upbringing on a farm in a Southern region of Kansas and how he decided to enlist in the U.S. Air Force. Joe shares with us that he moved to Idaho and opened his own practice in 2016 and focused on DUI, Bankruptcy, Personal Injury and now exclusively Family Law, while teaching other attorneys how to market their law firms.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 121 features Nigel Phiri, Trial Lawyer & Owner of the Law Office of Nigel Phiri, Esq., LLC, focusing on personal injury in Atlanta, Georgia. We discuss Nigel’s early days of moving from Zambia in south-central Africa to Atlanta to completing undergraduate at Georgia State in three years. Nigel shares with us that he accomplished undergraduate school in three years because he had a desire to go to law school. We discuss Nigel’s multifarious experience, starting at a small law firm, entering big law and then launching his own firm while still giving back to the community.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 120 features Shivani Honwad, Principal Attorney at The Law Firm of Shivani Honwad, LLC. Shivani is also an entrepreneur and creative philanthropist based in Los Angeles, CA where she is a passionate advocate for women and children. We discussed the launch of Shivani’s law firm, her focus on start-up businesses and immigration law for companies in the fashion, tech and entertainment realms. Shivani also shares some helpful advice regarding how to manage your day-to-day, informs us that she is working on 2 books, an empathy platform and will be teaching at NYU’s campus in Spring 2023.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 119 features Todd Burnham, Founding Partner at Burnham Law, Author, Keynote Speaker, Deep Bench Podcast Host, Life & Business Strategist, and Adjunct Professor at University of Colorado School of Law. We reflect back on Todd’s story and why failure was not an option when he launched his law firm from an unfinished basement growing the business into an elite eight-office, multi-state law firm. Todd shares with us how adversity can serve as a launching pad towards success and is empowering hundreds of thousands internationally with the tactics and knowledge needed to generate lasting success in business and life.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 118 features Chris Dreyer, CEO of Rankings.io, Host of the Personal Injury Mastermind podcast, Author of "Niching Up: The Narrower the Market, the Bigger the Prize." We discuss the interesting way that Chris got into SEO, his fist website and why he moved on to helping elite-level attorneys. Chris shares with us the pros and cons of “Niching up,” and when someone should niche.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 117 features Nicholas Cronauer, Managing Attorney at Cronauer Law, LLP in Sycamore, Illinois where Nick is a nationally ranked personal injury lawyer. Nicholas shares with us what it was like to grow up in a small agriculture community and how seeing the Village of Hinckley dispute over an issue changed his perspective and taught him not to follow the status quo or what is popular. Nick shares with us how he started out working with his dad and assisted the firm in handling larger cases and growing the business. In May of 2022, Nick recorded a record verdict in Illinois.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 116 features Erika Riggs, Partner at Disability Law Group in Troy, Michigan where Mrs. Riggs specializes in assisting the disabled before the Social Security Administration and the VA. We learn Erika’s path to becoming a lawyer, and how during law school she devoted her free time to public service, education, mentorship and continues to work with veterans. Erika achieved scaling her law firm quickly while successfully balancing a family life. Erika believes that you haven’t truly lived until you’ve done something for someone who can’t repay you.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 115 features Jeffrey Possinger, Founder & Managing Member of Possinger Law Group, PLLC, located in Woodinville, WA. Mr. Possinger’s law firm is dedicated to the service of small and medium sized businesses and the individuals that own and operate them. We discuss Jeffrey’s lawyer story and how Possinger Law Group, PLLC, founded in the Pacific Northwest, has local roots, even as its practice has regional, national, and international reach. Jeffrey tells us about the “Miska the Cat,” case which found its way to his office, ended up on the news, and obtained an outcome which had an impact on local governmental law.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 114 features Taylor Kosla & Michael Agruss of the Agruss Law Firm in Chicago, Illinois. Taylor is a partner focusing on personal injury and consumer rights and Michael is the managing partner, launching the firm in 2012, suing companies all day long, turning the tables on the bad guy, while making happy. We discuss Taylor & Mike’s passion for helping others and protecting people who are being taken advantage of by taking a “People first,” approach to their practice.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 113 features Maria Monroy, Co-Founder and President at LawRank, a premier legal marketing agency with the goal to get attorneys on Google’s FIRST page. We discuss how Maria first entered the online world of SEO and how LawRank employs lawyers, the Co-Founder, Mariano, (Maria’s husband) is a lawyer himself! Maria shares why SEO is so important and lawyers’ biggest mistakes with SEO. Maria also tells us about her podcast “Tip the Scales,” – Conversations to build a better firm & to be a better attorney. A must add to your podcast lineup!
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 112 features Adam Reiman, Director of Coaching and Live Events at Lawyer.Com. We discussed Adam’s legal digital marketing expertise and how he emphasizes best practice of intake and lead conversion. Adam and I talk about how he has “Secret shopped” over 2500 law firms, and why intake is so crucial to a law firm’s practice. We further discuss how Lawyer.Com has evolved into a platform and resource for law firms of all sizes.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 111 features Suzan Hixon, founder & CEO of Legally Blissed, business consultant, certified life coach, trademark attorney & founder of Hixon Law in Louisville, Kentucky. We discuss Suzi’s lawyer story and career as a trademark attorney and why she decided to launch the Legally Blissed Community; encouraging and assisting female attorneys to design their work around their life and not the other way around. Legally Blissed provides the “how” to transform women into self-advocates, helping identify what brings success and offering support along the way. Suzi and I also discuss the importance of working in a healthy mental space and why boundary setting is so critical.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 111 features Suzan Hixon, founder & CEO of Legally Blissed, business consultant, certified life coach, trademark attorney & founder of Hixon Law in Louisville, Kentucky. We discuss Suzi’s lawyer story and career as a trademark attorney and why she decided to launch the Legally Blissed Community; encouraging and assisting female attorneys to design their work around their life and not the other way around. Legally Blissed provides the “how” to transform women into self-advocates, helping identify what brings success and offering support along the way. Suzi and I also discuss the importance of working in a healthy mental space and why boundary setting is so critical.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 110 features John B. Quinn, Founder of Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP, the largest law firm in the world devoted solely to business litigation and arbitration. Quinn Emanuel is known as the “Most feared law firm globally.” Mr. Quinn is a graduate Cum Laude of Harvard Law School and is a litigation trailblazer and pioneer. John shares his lawyer story with us, his interests away from the law and tell us about his podcast, “Law, disrupted.” We further discuss how Covid-19 impacted Quinn Emanuel, the Artist-in-Residence program, and what is next for the heavyweight litigator.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 110 features John B. Quinn, Founder of Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP, the largest law firm in the world devoted solely to business litigation and arbitration. Quinn Emanuel is known as the “Most feared law firm globally.” Mr. Quinn is a graduate Cum Laude of Harvard Law School and is a litigation trailblazer and pioneer. John shares his lawyer story with us, his interests away from the law and tell us about his podcast, “Law, disrupted.” We further discuss how Covid-19 impacted Quinn Emanuel, the Artist-in-Residence program, and what is next for the heavyweight litigator.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 109 features Julie Oktanyan, Founder & Lead Trial Attorney at Julie O Law, APC, serving Greater Los Angeles, focusing on worker’s compensation and personal injury. Julie shares with us that being an advocate for injured workers is less about numbers and more about assisting her clients to revive their careers from injury so clients can proceed with their lives. Julie tells us in her lawyer story that she emigrated from Armenia at a young age, and taking a stand for those more vulnerable and suffering felt so spontaneous and organic to her that she belonged fighting for others. Julie has over twenty-years of experience, recently launched Julie O Law and treats her clients like family.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 109 features Julie Oktanyan, Founder & Lead Trial Attorney at Julie O Law, APC, serving Greater Los Angeles, focusing on worker’s compensation and personal injury. Julie shares with us that being an advocate for injured workers is less about numbers and more about assisting her clients to revive their careers from injury so clients can proceed with their lives. Julie tells us in her lawyer story that she emigrated from Armenia at a young age, and taking a stand for those more vulnerable and suffering felt so spontaneous and organic to her that she belonged fighting for others. Julie has over twenty-years of experience, recently launched Julie O Law and treats her clients like family.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 108 features Jonathan Marko, Principal Attorney & Founder of Marko Law in Detroit Michigan, focusing on personal injury, employment law and civil rights. We discuss Jon’s lawyer story and how seeing inequalities while growing up lead to his passion for civil rights work. Jon currently holds Michigan’s largest employment law verdict (2019) and takes great pride in his empathetic and compassionate approach to his clients. Jon is involved in Trial Lawyers University and has been recognized by local and national news outlets for his work in the legal field.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 107 features Josh Schwadron, owner and founder of Mighty and Mighty Law. Josh didn’t take the traditional path into the legal world. He earned his law degree with aspirations of entering the political ring. He excelled in law school and even earned the title of prosecutor for the honor court and graduated a semester early. After graduating, Josh entered the business world as a tech entrepreneur as he was infatuated with innovation. That path led him to start Mighty, a company challenging the Personal Injury industry by reinventing how lawyers are incentivized by prioritizing client’s interest through transparency and ethical operations. Learn how Mighty is changing the game and in this episode of Lawyer Stories Podcast. Read more about his story here: https://thelawyerstories.com/2022/08/10/why-we-picked-a-fight-with-billboard-lawyers-and-how-you-can-join-us/
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 107 features Josh Schwadron, Founder and CEO of Mighty. Josh didn’t take the traditional path into the legal world. He earned his law degree with aspirations of entering the political ring. He excelled in law school and even earned the title of prosecutor for the honor court and graduated a semester early. After graduating, Josh entered the business world as a tech entrepreneur as he was infatuated with innovation. That path led him to start Mighty, a company challenging the Personal Injury industry by reinventing how lawyers are incentivized by prioritizing client’s interest through transparency and ethical operations. Learn how Mighty is changing the game and in this episode of Lawyer Stories Podcast. Read more about his story here: https://thelawyerstories.com/2022/08/10/why-we-picked-a-fight-with-billboard-lawyers-and-how-you-can-join-us/
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 106 featuring George Graves III, Owner of the Graves Firm, LLC in Atlanta, GA, focusing on personal injury, criminal defense and business law. George shares with us that he knew he wanted to be a lawyer at twelve years old when his father, a Special Agent in the FBI for twenty-five years, took him to the courtroom to observe. George takes pride in putting in the daily hard work and shares with us that in 2014 an article featuring him stated his future plans were to one day open his own law firm, The Graves Firm. It’s been a vision realized for George.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 105 featuring Logan Quirk, Attorney & Owner at Quirk Accident & Injury Attorneys, APC in Los Angeles, California. We discuss Logan’s “J.D. law hustle,” and his path to becoming an attorney. Logan shares with attorneys wanting to start their own firm to shake hands and form relationships and tells anyone trying to be an entrepreneur to be true to yourself and don’t get caught up trying to be someone you’re not.
Ever consider purchasing property in Italy? Keep reading. The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 104 features Antonello Pierro, Founder of Pierro Associates Law Firm located in Rome, Italy. Antonello spoke to us from the capital city of Rome with classic architecture in the background. Antonello shares with us how and why he assists international clients at his boutique business law practice and provides legal services to those seeking to invest in Italy.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 103 featuring Larry Nussbaum, Managing Attorney at Altman Nussbaum Shunnarah Trial Attorneys in Boston, MA. We discuss Larry’s lawyer story and how he ended up affiliated with Alexander Shunnarah, a Personal Injury Attorney from Alabama. Larry tells us that a client should select a lawyer based on who they “Want to go to the dance with… and have a good experience with….” Larry is a passionate advocate who will get the best result for his client.
Asia Scarlett-Jones is our guest for episode 102 of The Lawyer Stories Podcast. Asia is the founder and Managing Attorney of ASJ Law Office in New York. She started ASJ Law Office to provide more intimate representation for clients during the most vulnerable and uncertain times in their life. Asia specializes in Family Law and Matrimonial Law, specifically Divorce Law. #lawyerstories The official Lawyer Stories community features lawyers and law students worldwide. Join over 50,000 members sharing their personal journeys to the practice of law. What’s your story?
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The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 101 featuring Joshua Goldberg, Owner of Joshua Goldberg Law in Toronto, Ontario. Originally appearing on The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 45, we catch up with Josh and discuss how his firm has grown. Josh practices primarily in the areas of personal injury, disability and insurance law and his known by his clients to be tough, experienced, and compassionate.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 100 featuring Benny Gold, Founder of Lawyer Stories and Jared Russell, Chief Marketing Officer of Lawyer Stories. Benny & Jared discuss the power of social media, the ability to discover & develop an organic legal community through connection, networking, consistency and hard work. Also discussed is the website – www.thelawyerstories.com – designed by Jared and what the future holds for the Lawyer Stories Community!
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 99 featuring Reza Torkzadeh, Founder & CEO at TorkLaw in Los Angeles, Irvine, and Chicago. Reza shares his lawyer story with us and how he grew TorkLaw where the core purpose of the firm is to change the lives of clients who go to them during the worst time of their lives. Reza realized early in his legal career that it is not enough to be a good lawyer but you have to a human being, have compassion and show empathy. Recently, Reza released a book entitled The Lawyer as CEO: Stay Competitive, Attract Better Talent, and Get Your Clients Results (While Building the Law Firm of the Future).
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 98 featuring Michael Winkleman, Partner at Lipcon, Margulies & Winkleman, P.A. headquartered in Miami, Florida. Michael is one of the nation’s top maritime attorneys and he shares his lawyer story with us. Michael tell us about his representation of passengers and crew injured on ships worldwide and how a maritime lawyer is better equipped to handle an accident on the water than a regular personal injury attorney.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 97 featuring Steven Berkovitch and Ariel Bouskila , Founders of Berkovitch & Bouskila, PLLC in the New York City Metropolitan Area. Steven & Ari are native New Yorkers who Believe in plain old-fashioned advocacy and providing a personal touch to the legal needs of their clients. We discuss their lawyer stories and how they re-connected to launch their firm practicing in the areas of Commercial Litigation, Commercial Collections, Business Counseling, and Alternative Financial Transactions.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 96 featuring Natalia Bialkowska, Founder & Owner of NB Law Firm in Toronto, Canada, specializing in immigration and personal injury law. Natalia, a multilingual Canadian Lawyer of Polish origin with binational experience, shares her unique journey from conducting court proceedings between her teddy bears and dolls as five-year old to moving to the United States at sixteen without her family. Natalia always sought out the best educational opportunity for herself no matter where it was and tells us to “Stay alert,” for opportunities and to “Keep pushing” forward. Natalia has made it NB Law’s mission to efficiently help clients solve their legal problems by achieving the most favorable and desired outcome.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 95 featuring Andrew Finkelstein, a managing partner of five law firms, a noted consumer activist, accomplished litigator, representing victims in wrongful death and catastrophic personal injury cases in the New York and Boston area. We discuss the book, I Hope We Never Meet – Client Stories of Tragedy, Recovery & Accountability from a Life in Detterence Law, that Andrew authored with Journalist, Sarah Lunham. Andrew shares with us the compelling story about how he entered wrongful death and catastrophic personal injury law and how it is a privilege to represent his clients. Andrew tells us he is fortunate that he “Gets to do this work,” rather than feeling that he “Has to do this work.”
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 94 featuring Julie Throop, Managing Partner at Friedman & Throop, PLLC, focusing on personal injury law in Reno, Nevada. Julie, a 5th generation Nevadan, shares with us that she was inspired by her work as a receptionist and file clerk in Terry Friedman’s office starting in 1998, and now is managing partner of the law firm. Julie takes great pride in building trusting, long-lasting relationships with her clients and displays true passion and emotion when telling her clients stories.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 93 featuring Michael Mogill, Founder & CEO of Crisp Video Group, Inc., a national law firm growth company with headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia. Michael is also Best-Selling Author of The Game Changing Attorney, public speaker, and an investor. We discuss Michael’s story and how he went from $500 in his pocket to growing Crisp, an Inc. 500, Best Place to Work in Atlanta, serving some of the most prestigious lawyers and law firms in the country. We discuss Crisp’s upcoming Game Changers Summit, November 2-3, 2022 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia, which consistently has a talented lineup of speakers and incredible giveaways, to top off an opportunity to learn how to immensely grow your law firm.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 92 featuring Teresa Diep, Founder at Outlier Creative Group, Vice President of Marketing at EsquireTek, and Co-Founder at Justice HQ. Teresa is based out of Los Angeles, California and shares with us that when it comes to marketing and advertising lawyers need to identify who their target audience is, what your business model is, and then you can devise a marketing strategy. Teresa & Outlier Creative were recently awarded the Golden Gavel Award for their creative work. Teresa tells us about EsquireTek, a functional, useful, and automated discovery system, and her belief that technology will move the practice of law forward.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 91 featuring Philip Danisi, an ex-wall street executive and David Gassman, a former vice president of marketing and advertising, who teamed up to launch Danisi & Gassman a venture capital and corporate law firm in Midtown Manhattan. Philip & David are longtime best friends with natural chemistry and have formed a dynamic boutique law firm. We discuss their lawyer stories and how they plan to use their vast real world experience obtained in other industries to assist clients in forming, consulting, managing, and growing their businesses.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 90 featuring Leann D. Stanick founder and managing attorney at Stanick Law, LLC, in Jersey City, New Jersey but serving clients all over the greater New York City area with their Immigration, Business and Real Estate Law needs. We discuss Leann’s lawyer story and her experience moving at a young age from Trinidad & Tobago to the United States. We talk about how her move from Trinidad & Tobago was important life experience that assisted her in becoming a caring and empathetic attorney.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 89 featuring Jeffrey B. Siler, senior partner of the firm, Siler & Ingber based out of Mineola, New York. We discuss Jeffrey’s primary areas of practice which include helping people injured in car accidents, truck accidents, and all types of trip and fall accidents. Jeffrey shares with us that communication and empathy are two of the main ingredients for being a successful trial lawyer for over two decades, and prides himself on being an attorney who will go to court and not just settle.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 88 featuring William G. Forero, Bronx personal injury and election law attorney. We discuss William’s lawyer story and why he transitioned from a large firm to a small firm. William shares with us how he markets himself with so many other personal injury firms competing for business and what it is like to practice in the Election Law niche.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 87 featuring Jason Hennessey, author, entrepreneur and internationally recognized SEO Expert. We discuss how Jason helps entrepreneurs gain the shortcuts to scalable, sustainable and explosive business growth. We further discuss Jason’s book Law Firm SEO: Exposing the Google Algorithm to Help You Get More Cases. Jason shares with us the biggest mistakes lawyers make and provides helpful strategies to the Lawyer Stories community.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 86 featuring Brett Trembly, Co-Founder of Get Staffed up and Founder of the Trembly Law Firm in Miami, Florida. We discuss Brett’s journey from Eastern New Mexico University to the University of Miami Law School. Brett tells us that he launched “Get Staffed Up” with another attorney and the simple mission: to liberate lawyers with incredible offshore staff. We discuss delegating your way to freedom so you can focus on your passion!
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 85 featuring Wilber Salgado, Owner of the Salgado Law Office in Modesto, California and Host of the WilsLaw Podcast. We talk to Wil about emigrating from El Salvador with his parents, the strong work ethic they instilled in him and their passion for education. Wil started in police work and ended up a lawyer, now practicing mainly in criminal defense, family law, bankruptcy, and personal injury.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 84 featuring Isabela Orlacchio-Garcia, Associate Attorney at BostonLaw in Boston, Massachusetts, representing Injured workers & personal injury clients. Isabela shares her story with the Lawyer Stories community and tells us how she has always been Unapologetically herself and that being a woman in power is her superpower and someone else’s kryptonite. We discuss the Do’s and Don’t’s of lawyers on social media and how we are hopeful to have a Lawyer Stories & BostonLaw networking event in the future!
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 83 featuring Christine Han, Founder & Managing Attorney at Han Law Group, in Denver, Colorado, practicing in the areas of Immigration, Family Law and Criminal Defense. Christine shares with us that her parents left Korea and emigrated to Philadelphia where she was raised, and tells us about her definition of the American Dream. Christine and I discuss the “Do’s and Don’ts” of social media in the legal profession and she tells us to “Be Yourself” that is where success will follow.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 82 featuring Tyra Hughley Smith, Principal Attorney and Founder at Hughley Smith Law in Los Angeles California. Tyra shares her story with us and how her mother would say that Tyra could "Argue ice water out of the devil." Tyra further tells us that she was first a journalist by way of studying journalism at The University of Missouri-Columbia. Tyra has a passion for all things creative, she is an experienced legal expert for bloggers, writers, photographers, small business owners, and creatives. She is a big believer in having system in place for businesses and Tyra will handle the legal so you can operate in your zone of genius!
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 81 featuring Soo Myland, Attorney at MMZ Law, A Professional Corporation, in Claremont, California, practicing in the areas of estate planning, family + business succession planning, plus other areas. Soo shares with us her path to becoming an attorney, born in Seoul, Korea, and moving to Chicago at the age of two. Soo has invaluable life experience to complement her professional experience, including creating, owning and operating a successful small business called Ufuria, a holistic-minded multi-service pet care facility providing boarding, daycare, grooming and in-home pet sitting for all pets.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 80 featuring Scott Solkoff, Florida Bar Board Certified Specialist and founder of Solkoff Legal, P.A., based in Delray Beach, Florida. Scott shares his story with us and and discusses how early in his career as an Elder Law Attorney, he realized that there was something missing in his education, and that of other Elder Law Attorneys. Scott went on the develop the Elder Law Concert, a multidisciplinary elder care program that involved all different agencies who assist with elder care. We discuss how Scott continues to teach at the Elder Law College, an intense 3 days of instruction which offers students an unparalleled opportunity to get their Elder Law practice up quickly and profitably.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 79 featuring Natalia Sishodia - an International Real Estate Attorney who manages Sishodia PLLC, a boutique Law Firm. Natalia is dedicated to helping clients buy their dream home, grow their real estate investment portfolio and secure their wealth. Natalia her inspiring lawyer story with us.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 78 featuring Gloria Allred, legal icon, fearless advocate for justice and equality and founding partner of Allred, Maroko & Goldberg (AM&G) in Los Angeles, California. Gloria shares with us her personal journey to the practice of law and why she became a tireless crusader against discrimination, combating injustices and winning new rights, especially for women and minorities.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 77 featuring Abigail Seymour, Founder of Camino Law in Greensboro, North Carolina. We discuss Abigail's unique story, entering law school at age 47 after a career as a photographer and writer. Abigail is a family lawyer and shares that she has been through most of the situations her clients have encountered so she can relate to them. Abigail provides us with some solid advice and considers every family to be a work of art, even when a family has to be glued back together after something (or someone) breaks. It is still a work of art, just beautiful in a new way.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 76 featuring Daniel J. Callahan, Founding Partner at Callahan & Blaine and Owner of Callahan Consulting in Santa Ana, California. We discuss Daniel's unique lawyer story and how his hard work and huge verdicts and settlements have made him one of the top trial attorneys in California. Daniel was the winner of the prestigious OCTLA Trial Lawyer of the Year Award three times in 2000, 2004, and 2012. Daniel has taken his talents and launched Callahan Consulting which is his network of authentic, outstanding attorneys and law firms. Mr. Callahan has taken a nuanced approach to pairing a case with the absolute best firm.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 75 featuring Michael Ansell, Founder and Managing Member of NextGen Counsel, LLC in Morristown, New Jersey. Michael shares with us that he joined his family of lawyer in a traditional law firm role but over the years worked to develop a subscription plan and flat fee model. With the shift to virtual services that was accelerated by the global pandemic, his wife, Stephanie, left her career in fashion and together they launched NextGen Counsel, LLC to be accessible to small businesses, independent contractors, and freelancers. Michael enjoys the personal and proactive approach to a modern form of the lawyer-client relationship.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast featuring Mark D. Shirian, New York litigation attorney and Founding Member of Mark David Shirian P.C. in New York, New York. Mark shares with us that he became interested in pursuing a legal career after watching the moving Philadelphia and decided to open his boutique law firm specializing in Employment Law, Personal Injury, and Sports & Entertainment Litigation. Mark tells us to have no fear when starting your own law firm, and to meet as many people as possible.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 73 featuring Lisa Bloom, Owner of The Bloom Firm in Calabasas, California, one of the largest victim's rights firms in the country, handling cases nationwide. We talk about Lisa's desire to advocate for the underdog at a young age and what it was like to be raised by one of our country's most outspoken and effective fighter's for justice, Gloria Allred. Lisa shares with us about her time at Yale Law School and how in 1986 when the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in Bowers v. Hardwick that states could constitutionally criminalize gay sex she protested and was an activist against the decision (eventually overturned in 2003 by Lawrence v. Texas.) We further discuss why respecting and empowering clients is of the highest importance in Lisa's practice.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 72 featuring John Tolley, Founder of JT Law Firm PA, covering New York, New Jersey and Florida and Let's Litigate LLC. We discuss John's experience as a trial attorney and how he will take a case to trial when many attorneys would rather settle. John enjoys trial so much that he founded Let's Litigate, a consulting firm that provides one-on-one classes helping attorneys improve their trial advocacy and litigation skills. We discuss all of this plus more on Episode 72.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 71 featuring Carlos Ferreyros, owner of Ferreyros Law, PLLC in Doral, Florida. We talk about how Carlos moved from Venezuela at seven years old, how he had an inspirational teacher in high school that unintentionally helped him discover his passion for the law. Carlos now handles real estate transactions from start to finish, is 100% referral based, and loves being a lawyer even if that means handling clients needs on nights and weekends.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 70 featuring Robert T. Simon, co-founder of the Simon Law Group - aka Justice Team. We talk about growing up in Pittsburgh as the oldest of 5 (tied!) and how he always wanted to practice law with his brothers. Robert spends much of his time giving back to the community and mentoring other trial lawyers in the craft of consumer advocate law. Justice HQ co-founded by Robert, is a fast growing, collaborative workspace and network aimed at helping lawyers break away from the stodgy firms of old to grow their own solo practices.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 69 featuring Marivel M. Zialcita, Founder of MMZ Law, a Professional Corporation in Clarement, California. At five years old Marivel decided she wanted to be a lawyer and we discuss what it was like to be in a new land with her parents who were working hard to provide a better life for her family. Marivel practices in the area of Trusts & Estates, Elder Law, Special Needs, Conservatorship, Trust Administration and Probate and tells us what it means to serve her clients on her own terms, in a culture of integrity and complete workability, in order to deliver on her promise to stand for them in their LIFE and LEGACY.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 68 featuring Benjamin Crump, Trial Lawyer for Justice and President & Founder of Ben Crump Law PLLC. Ben shares with us that in the 4th grade he experienced how the implementation of "All Deliberate Speed," from the ruling in Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka, 347 U.S. 483 (1954) still hadn't occurred in 1979 in Ben's hometown in North Carolina. It was then that Ben decided to become a lawyer. We further discuss how social media has played a role in documenting many of the landscape-changing cases that Ben has advocated. We also discuss one of Ben's current cases.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 67 featuring Samuel Mollaei, Attorney and Strategic Advisor at Legal Funnel based out of Los Angeles. We discuss how Sam has dedicated himself to becoming a coach to lawyers wanting to grow, scale, and automate their dream virtual law firms. We further discuss what a funnel is and how he received so many five-star ratings. Sam believes that true happiness is sharing with others and wants to help lawyers find their "Happy zones."
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 66 featuring Jessica Grau, Owner & Personal Injury Lawyer at Golden Injury Law in Tustin, California. We discuss how being a victim of a grueling assault on campus and her experience with the legal system changed Jessica's life forever and how bravery and resilience helped Jessica achieve her goals. We further discussed owing your imperfections and and not being ashamed of who you are and how sharing your story makes you more relatable.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 65 featuring Samah ("Sam") T. Abukhodeir, Founder and Managing Partner at The Florida Probate & Family Law Firm based in Coral Gables, Florida. We discuss the importance of completing as many internships and clinics as possible and how it is key to figuring out what area of law to pursue. We also discuss how Sam grew her probate and family law firm so quickly. This story is one of hard work, perseverance and sacrifice.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 64 featuring Tremaine L. Hemans, Managing Attorney at the Hemans Law Firm based in Miami and Fort Lauderdale, Florida. We discuss how Tremaine's personal experience in the immigration system, coming from Moneague, St. Ann, Jamaica, shaped her current day practice. We further talk about being a first-generation law student, finding her voice and how taking advantage of opportunities in law school changed her trajectory.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 63 featuring Alan Dershowitz, who has been called "The nation's most distinguished defender of individual rights," "The best-known criminal lawyer in the world," 'America's most public Jewish defender," and "Israel's single most visible defender - the Jewish state's lead attorney in the court of public opinion." Listen to the insightful advice this Harvard Law School Professor Emeritus offers to law students and hear his personal views on the law and life.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 62 featuring Pratik Shah, Chief Executive Officer at EsquireTek; Litigation Team Leader and Co-Founder of Shah D'Egidio APC in San Diego, CA. We discuss why Pratik went from working at the district attorney's office to starting his own personal injury law firm. We further detail Pratik's proclivity to be an entrepreneur and how EsquireTek powers legal teams and is changing the way Discovery is handled.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 61 featuring Areva Martin, civil rights attorney and media expert. We discuss Areva's road to success, her time at Harvard Law, how she inspires and impacts the community and what it means to be "America's Advocate." See what advice for law students and entrepreneurs Areva shares in this episode.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 60 featuring Ian McFarren, Lawyer and Podcaster and Lockdown Law Podcast. We discuss Ian's podcast, LOCKDOWN LAW, and his love for interviewing lawyers and teaching others about the law. He has interviewed the first female president of the ACLU, law professors and historians amongst others. We also talk about Ian's podcast LOCKDOWN LAW, and his love for interviewing lawyers and teaching others about the law. He has interviewed the first female president of the ACLU, law professors and historians amongst others.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 59 featuring Jazz Hampton, General Counsel and CEO at TurnSignl, a Minnesota-based on-demand, real-time service that provides guidance from attorneys to drivers, all while their camera records the interaction. We discuss Jazz's transition from litigation to TurnSignl and how is work is no well-aligned with his personal credo that he developed in law school; to "Improve the lives of my family, the African American community, and myself...until I am able to leave the firm life and still support my family while I dedicate more time to that journey."
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 58 featuring Deborah Tonelli, attorney and counselor at Christensen Law in Southfield, Michigan. We discuss the importance of having mentors and how Deb's have provided a positive influence on her life. Deb tells us about her decision to join Christensen Law and how she values the firm's commitment to clients. We also talk about Deb's travel and love for rescue animals.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 57, featuring Robert McGirr Co-Founder & Director at Elit Lawyers by McGirr & Snell in Melbourne and Brisbane, Australia. We discuss Rob's journey to becoming a veteran in the field, as a Senior Partner responsible for commercial litigation and insurance legal teams. We talk about how after a sabbatical in 2019, Rob partnered with Danielle Snell to create a new transformation way of providing legal services and to pursue his passion to help clients achieve commercial solutions.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 56 featuring Dave Christensen, founder and trial attorney at Christensen Law in Southfield, Michigan. Dave tells us about a life changing incident that led him to become a personal injury attorney. he believes that communication and having a close relationship with clients is paramount to the volume of cases Christensen Law handles. Dave has secured one of Michigan's largest jury trial awards and has been named a 2021 honoree of the Michigan Lawyers Weekly Hall of Fame.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 55 featuring SaraEllen Hutchison, consumer rights trial lawyer in the Tacoma-Seattle area, life coach, and host of the Inner Peace for Busy Lawyers Podcast. We dive into SaraEllen's lawyer story and why she went from dancing on a cruise ship to consumer protection litigation. SaraEllen tells us about launching her coaching program for women lawyers and why her motto is, "Truth, justice, and vacation."
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 54 featuring Dustin Hoff, trial attorney at Christensen Law in Southfield, Michigan. We discussed Dustin's lawyer story and how he knew at five years old that he wanted to be an attorney. Dustin tells us that he grew up in a small working class town and made the move to practice personal injury at Christensen Law because it was an opportunity he simply could not pass up.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 53 featuring Dennis Hernandez, Owner of Dennis Hernandez & Associates, PA in Tampa, Florida. We discuss Dennis' deep family roots in Tampa, his mom's side of the family being "Crackers," and his dad's side migrating from Cuba. Dennis tells us that he always wanted to do something that would help people so he became the first person in his family to go to college and became a lawyer. Dennis now fights for people in Florida who have been injured in a car, motorcycle, bicycle, pedestrian or slip and fall accident.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 52 featuring Nicoletta Ranieri, founder and principal lawyer at Ranieri Law in Vaughan, Ontario. We discuss Nicoletta's determination and ambition to overcome comments from people telling her that the law was too competitive and that she'd never make it. Nicoletta shares with us that she enjoyed studying law in New York City, and decided to go back to Ontario to open her own practice concentrating on business, entertainment and media and intellectual property law with the hopes of also having a practice in New York City!
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 51 featuring Sarah Stempky-Kime, trial attorney and managing attorney at Christensen Law. Sarah discussed with us how a personal experience led her to handle traumatic brain injury cases in more than 50% of her cases. We also discussed how Sarah's personal experience has guided her career with empathy and compassion, rather than competition as her approach to clients.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 50 featuring David Meyer, founding principal of Meyer Wilson in Columbus, Ohio. We discuss why David's national law firm was launched to represent fraud victims in their fight against deceptive brokers. David tell us about his new book, The Investor Protector: Stories of Triumph over Financial Advisors Who Lie, Cheat, and Steal, and his motivation for writing it. Furthermore, we learn the warning signs of fraudsters and the most common type of misconduct he's seen in the field.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 49 featuring Attorney Gregory D. Brenner, founder of Beverly Hills Defense in Los Angeles, California. Greg told us that a life-changing moment occurred when a well-respected Deputy Public Defender with the LA County Public Defender's Office told him that he was "Born to litigate." After six years of public service, Greg launched his own law firm devoted exclusively to criminal defense to be a voice to the "Voiceless." Greg understand both the importance and the need for justice.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 48 featuring Thomas Economy, Trial Attorney at Christensen Law in Southfield, Michigan. We discuss how Tom's family has always been a big influence on how he approaches his practice and the values he learned has guided is career by serving his clients with commitment and compassion. We also discuss how clients need someone to listen to them, to protect them, and to win for them.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 47 featuring Jonathan Bloom, Managing Partner at Bloom & Freeling in Boca Raton, Florida. Born and raised in New York, we discussed why Jonathan decided to forego the opportunity to work at the family collection business in order to to follow his dreams and carve out a path of his own. Jonathan shared with us why he left the practice of law in New York City to move to Florida where he suddenly found himself working full time while studying for the bar exam. Boca Raton is now home and he never looked back.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 46 featuring Alessandra Ocampo, Principal Lawyer at Vantage Law in Toronto, Ontario. We caught up Alessandra, approximately two years after her feature on Lawyer Stories, and dove deeper into her journey. Alessandra knew from a very young age she wanted to be an entrepreneur, went to law school in Gold Coast, Australia, and now manages her own firm. Alessandra tells us to never give up, don't compare yourself to anyone and be open to opportunity!
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 45 featuring Joshua Goldberg, Founder and Principal Lawyer at Joshua Goldberg Law in Toronto, Ontario. We discuss Joshua's lawyer story and what it was like to spend five years in Asia, Australia and Africa before settling down to the practice of law. We further talk about why Joshua started his own firm and the reasons he feels his clients describe him as dedicated, compassionate and experienced.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 44 featuring Leo Shalit, Founding Partner of Jacobs, Layliev, Graham & Shalit in New York. We discuss Leo's move from Saint Petersburg, Russia to the United States at a young age and what turn of events prompted Leo to become a lawyer rather than a dentist. We further discuss what Leo's experience in combat sports is like and how he continues to "Move the Mountain."
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 43 featuring Edward Lake, Founding Partner of The Lake Law Firm, Gacovino Lake, and Founder of Persist Communications Software. We discuss Ed's time in the garment district of New York City, his years working in sales and making the transition into law school. We also discuss Ed's book on mass torts and why he founded Persist Communications, a communications software providing interactive voice response (IVR) software, network and marketing services for law firms, specializing in mass torts.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 42 featuring Kyle Newman, third-generation plaintiff's personal injury attorney at James Newman P.C. in Bronx, New York. We discuss Kyle's lawyer story and how he achieved a victorious jury verdict fresh out of law school, propelling him into his successful career as a trial attorney. We also discussed how the COVID-19 pandemic affected the courts of New York and the practice of law and some advice for young and aspiring trial lawyers.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 41 featuring Sankeetha Selvarajah, attorney, investor and consultant. Sankeetha is the Managing Attorney and Shareholder of Selvarajah Law P.C., a practice with an emphasis on general business law and mergers and acquisitions. We discuss Sankeetha's lawyer story and how she nearly attended medical school but shifted her focus and found her true calling with the law. We also discuss what it is like to be a successful business owner and entrepreneur.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 40 featuring Mitra Ahouraian, founder and principal attorney at Ahouraian Law, a full-service corporate and entertainment law firm based in Los Angeles, California. We discuss Mitra's lawyer story and how self-determination has always played a major role in her life. Mitra is known for offering fierce but fair legal counsel that is personal and attentive at her firm where creativity and intellect meet.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 39 featuring Eloa J. Celedon, Principal Attorney at Celedon Law in Marlborough, Massachusetts. We discuss Eloa's experience relocating from Brazil to Massachusetts with her Chilean parents and living her life dedicated to the service of other people. This experience led Eloa to become the owner of her own law firm with a main focus on Immigration Law. Eloa makes it her mission to build meaningful relationships with her clients and the community.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 38 featuring Ali Katz, Founder/CEO at New Law Business Model + Eyes Wide Open Life. We discuss graduating first in her class at Georgetown Law, entering big law before leaving to start her own law firm, which she grew from scratch into a 7-figure business in just 3 years. Further, we talk about The New Law Business Model and how this approach to the practice of law is enabling lawyers to enjoy a great living, a flexible schedule, and a deep sense of personal and professional satisfaction.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 37 featuring Brian LaBovick, Founder & CEO at LaBovick Law Group, Warriors for Justice, in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. Brian recalls his first experience in the courtroom as a high schooler cross examining a police officer and the subsequent meeting in the judge's chamber that led to his revelation that being a trial lawyer was the only path for him. We discuss Brian's new book Not a Good Neighbor, A Lawyer's Guide to Beating Big Insurance by Settling Your Own Auto Accident Case. Brian fights to win and loves punching the bullies back!
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 36 featuring Danielle Snell, Co-Founder & Principal at Elit Lawyers by McGirr & Snell in Melbourne, Australia. We discuss Danielle's lawyer story and how the senior litigator pivoted after 15 years at a firm to launch her own in the midst of a global pandemic while seven months pregnant. Danielle tells us about her passion for promoting Diversity, Inclusion and Equality in the practice of law and for challenging the traditional law firm model to provide a more transparent and authentic legal service to clients. Danielle encourages us all to follow our gut instinct.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 35 featuring Siddharth Marwah, Senior Associate at Khaitan & Co in New Delhi, India. We discuss Siddharth's profound interest in corporate law and private equity deals and why he pursued that area of law when his grandfather was a reputable senior criminal advocate. We also discuss Siddharth's campaign and whether or not he will pursue politics in the future. Furthermore, we talk about Siddharth's empathy and desire to help as many people as he possibly can and what he has already done to achieve that noble goal.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 34 featuring entrepreneur Aaron Siddique, attorney at The Siddique Law Firm, PLLC in Bedford, Texas. We discuss Aaron's lawyer story, his personal injury practice, how he got involved with Social Media Influencer Law and the importance of it in today's society. We also talk about the Ryan Siddique Scholarship Fund - Creating More Awareness About Epilepsy - that was launched in honor of Aaron's late brother Ryan.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 33 featuring Allen Rubenstein, Of Counsel at Gottlieb, Rackman & Reisman, P.C. We discuss Dr. Rubenstein's longstanding interest in science and physics which led to a successful legal career specializing in intellectual property law, particularly involving advanced technology. We further discuss how Dr. Rubenstein stays current with rapidly changing technology and some of the most interesting technological advances he's seen over the course of his career.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 32 featuring Noam Cohen, Founding Partner at CGL LLP, a new type of law firm that values quality, autonomy, and humanity. We talk about Noam's transition from big law to CGL and how CGL delivers exceptional legal service while being dedicated to the well-being of attorneys.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 31 featuring Theresa E. Viera, attorney and founder at Modern Legal in Charlotte, North Carolina. We discuss how growing up in an environment of domestic violence influenced Theresa's passion to change how the community handles family legal matters. Over many years of practicing law with a focus on Family Law, Theresa has been able to help hundreds of clients and their families find healthy solutions by utilizing the law.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 30 featuring Ankit Kapoor, founding partner of Cohen Stine Kapoor LLP. We shared Ankit's lawyer story on Instagram and Facebook on October 23, 2017 when he was working full time as a New York City Police Officer, while attending Brooklyn Law School as an evening student. We catch up with Ankit and discuss the transition from police officer to attorney to founding partner of a law firm and why matrimonial and family law was a good fit for him.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 29 featuring Ydelmis Cutino, law student at WMU-Cooley Law School Tampa Bay Campus. We discuss how Ms. Cutino received an associates degree at the age of 17 and her bachelor's degree at the age of 18. Ms. Cutino shares why she believes everyone should live towards their true potential and true purpose and invest in themselves and their minds everyday.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 28, featuring Ali Awad, Founding Attorney of Ali Awad Law, P.C., in Atlanta, GA. We discuss the Forbes Featured Injury Attorney's extraordinary lawyer story, and how his many entrepreneurial endeavors led him to become one of the youngest and most successful injury attorneys in the profession. Mr. Awad has also become a pillar of our social media legal community (@ceolawyer.)
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 27 fearing Christine Han, Founder and Managing Attorney of Han Law Group in Aurora, Colorado. We discuss Ms. Han's lawyer story, how entrepreneurship runs in her family and why she felt Family Law, Criminal Defense and Immigration Law were a good fit for her practice.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 26, featuring Leon Del Canto. Mr. Del Canto leads Del Canto Chambers International Tax & Legal team and is a tax qualified English Barrister and Spanish Abogado and works with solicitors and auditors all around the world. We discuss Mr. Del Canto's lawyer story and how he became the first person to be called to the bar in both Spain (1999), and England (2006.)
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 25, featuring Edwina Elcox, Idaho Criminal Defense Attorney. Edwina has earned the nickname "The Pitbull in Heels," because of her fierce advocacy for her clients. We discuss Edwina's path to becoming a lawyer and how she is available for her clients day and night.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 24, featuring Jason Lazarus, Founder and CEO of Synergy Settlements. Jason's written work is widely published and his thought leadership in Medicare compliance has been cited by Federal courts and Florida courts including the Florida Supreme Court. We discuss his recently released book called The Art of Settlement: A Lawyer's Guide to Regulatory Compliance When Resolving Catastrophic Claims.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 23, featuring Tamara Freeze, founding shareholder of Workplace Justice Advocates in Irvine and Beverly Hills, California. We discuss Tamara's exclusive focus on employee's rights and why she transitioned from Big Law to her own law practice.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 22, featuring Molly Parmer - Criminal Defense Attorney, adjunct professor at Emory Law, and Court TV analyst. We discuss Molly's unique childhood and how her parents taught her the dangers of over-criminalization and unfettered police powers. Molly was encouraged to question authority, fight for rights, and defend individual liberties.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 21, featuring Todd Burnham, the Founding Partner of Burnham Law. We discuss Todd's journey to the law and his proclivity for entrepreneurship. Todd tells us about being a tenacious client advocate and the importance of emotional intelligence.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 20, featuring Marc and Craig Wasserman, aka Pot Brothers at Law. Liz Gold, founder of Rhino Girl Media, "joint" the show as we rip through the smoke and discuss the story of the popular California Marijuana Lawyers.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode Nineteen, featuring Jackie Donner, CoFounder and CEO of LawFlex. We discuss Jackie's journey to the law and her entrepreneurial spirit. Jackie tells Lawyer Stories about LawFlex, a legal outsourcing company, which provides law firms with talented lawyers who work flexibly.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode Eighteen, featuring famed copyright attorney, Richard Busch. We discuss Richard's memorable taxi ride in New York City and how it foreshadowed the type of law he would eventually practice. We also talk about Richard's cases of public interest, including the copyright infringement case involving the song "Blurred Lines."
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode Seventeen, featuring reality television star and attorney, Erica Rose. We discuss Erica's unique lawyer story and how she handled appearing on hit reality television shows, The Bachelor and Bachelor Pad, while attending law school. We also discuss being a mom and owning her own law firm with her husband Charles.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode Sixteen, featuring Dr. Johannes Willheim a partner at global elite law firm Jones Day and regular keynote speaker. We discuss Johannes path to the law and how he has made it his mission to inspire the next generation of legal professionals.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode Fifteen, featuring Taylor Grant. Taylor was featured on Lawyer Stories on April 20, 2020 and she advised us all to "Stop allowing other peoples' fears and insecurities determine your destiny." We discuss this important guidance further in Episode 15.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode Fourteen, featuring Adam Zimmerman. Adam's lawyer story was the first ever posted on the Instagram feed (July 8, 2017) and Adam has shown continued support to the growth of the lawyer stories community. We discuss growing up in Portland, Maine and the challenges and successes Adam encountered as a person who is visually impaired.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode Thirteen, featuring Attorney Nicole Stanton Nash. We discuss Nicole's lawyer story, her most influential mentor, and partnering up with a friend to hang a shingle.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode Twelve, featuring Attorney Ed Wimp. We discuss Ed's lawyer story, growing up on the South Side of Chicago around music and writing his first book.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode Eleven, featuring Attorney Christine Schafer, founder of The Legacy Law Firm. We discuss Christine's lawyer story and the reasons why she chose to open her own law firm.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode Ten, featuring Josiah Graham, personal injury and wrongful death litigator and contestant on Season 13 of The Bachelorette. We discuss how Josiah's lawyer story came full circle, how he helps people through extremely difficult situations, and what it's like to return to the legal field after being on a popular reality television show.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode Nine, featuring Juanita Ingram, an attorney, authority and actress. We discuss Juanita's lawyer story, her work with Purpose Productions, and role with Dress for Success in London, an organization empowering women to achieve economic independence by providing a network of support, professional attire and the development tools to help women thrive in work and in life.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode Eight, featuring Haley Moss, Florida's first openly Autistic attorney. We discuss Haley's lawyer story, her advocacy for both neurodiversity in the workplace and for lawyers with disabilities.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode Seven featuring Attorney Spencer Aronfeld. We discuss Attorney Aronfeld's lawyer story and his successful efforts to give back to the community.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode Six, featuring L.J. Chavis, a first- year law student in Louisiana. Liz Gold, founder of Rhino Girl Media also joins us as we discuss L.J.'s journey to becoming a law student regardless of adversity.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode Five featuring Attorney Gordana Mikalacki. We discuss Gordi's lawyer story and emergence as one of the only female personal and catastrophic injury lawyers in Phoenix, AZ.
The Lawyer Stories Podcast, Episode Four, featuring Kristen Corpion, the "Face of the Modern Lawyer." We discuss Kristen's lawyer story, her super successful law practice and how she is making a change in the South Florida legal community.
Join us for Episode Three featuring NYC Real Estate Attorney, Massimo F. D'Angelo. We discuss law school and real estate law in the big city.
Join us for Episode Two with Attorney Jordan Jones as we converse about investing in yourself and bringing value to the table.
Join us for our intro episode with Liz Gold, Founder of Rhino Girl Media. We discuss the inspiration for launching the Lawyer Stories Instagram Community (@lawyer_stories) and growing the Lawyer Stories brand.