In today’s episode, Jim and Tyson chat with, Laura Frederick ! They dive into the journey from opening her own firm to contracting. If you’re interested in learning more about the importance of building your online community, contract drafting, and negotiation, check out this week’s episode. Laura is the founder of How to Contract, a digital learning hub that helps lawyers and professionals master contract drafting and negotiation skills. She is an ex-Tesla and ex-Morrison & Foerster lawyer ...
May 03, 2022•30 min•Ep. 421
Today we're excited to share a presentation by Morris Lilienthal from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn how to grow your circle of influence. The son of a judicial assistant for a district court judge, Morris Lilienthal grew up around the courthouse and quickly developed a passion for the law. He is a 2003 graduate of Cumberland School of Law, where he finished in the top fifth of his class. While at Cumberland, Morris served as president of Cumberland College Democrats and was on the Moot Court ...
Apr 30, 2022•22 min•Ep. 420
Today we're excited to share a presentation by Bernard Nomberg from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn how you can make your mark. Bernard D. Nomberg has practiced civil litigation in Birmingham, Alabama, since 1995. His practice concentrates on workers’ compensation, Social Security disability, and personal injury claims. He is admitted to practice in the United States District Courts of Alabama and in the 11th Circuit, United States Court of Appeals. 2:12 marketing yourself without marketing you...
Apr 28, 2022•20 min•Ep. 419
In today’s episode, Jim and Tyson chat with one another about the need for speed. They dive into the journey of how fast things are moving these days. If you’ve been looking for a way to speed up things in your firm, check out this episode. 2:47 mastermind prompt 5:24 automated contract 9:16 lawsuits 13:51 speed and processes 17:14 the opposition 21:42 doing the essential tasks 25:05 that’s how you win Jim’s Hack: Check out the book, Blitzscaling: The Lightning-Fast Path to Building Massively it...
Apr 26, 2022•28 min•Ep. 418
Today we're excited to share a presentation by Nicole Christie from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn how to get the word out about the one thing that you do. Nicole is licensed to practice in Connecticut and is a member of the American Bar Association, and Connecticut Bar Association. She has a Bachelor’s Degree from Wesleyan University and a Juris Doctor Degree from Quinnipiac University School of Law. Nicole graduated from law school with honors. She also has a Certificate in Theology. Attorne...
Apr 23, 2022•24 min•Ep. 417
Today we're excited to share a presentation by Jordan Ostroff from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn about the 7 questions you need to ask yourself before making any marketing decisions in your law firm. Jordan Ostroff is the Lawyer with a Life. He works 3 days a week, 20-25 hours per week total, across his law firm and marketing company. Jordan's firm handles PI cases in and around Orlando, and LegalEase Marketing is a fractional CMO for law firms to help them create the same plan Jordan went th...
Apr 21, 2022•24 min•Ep. 416
In today’s episode, Jim and Tyson chat with CPA, Jessica Gonifas ! They dive into the journey behind the finances of your law firm. If you’re interested in learning more about normalizing the talk around money, feeling more confident in your financial situation, and strategically planning for the future, check out this week’s episode. Jessica is a CPA and the owner of Silver Peaks Accounting Services. Before starting her own firm in 2018, her accounting career adventures included working in a pu...
Apr 19, 2022•28 min•Ep. 415
Today we're excited to share a presentation by Mike Allbee from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn about how to use artificial technology and other tools in your business. Mike feels a great sense of satisfaction and happiness when he helps his clients. Some of these people are going through the darkest moments in their lives, and he’s grateful that he has the knowledge and skills to help these clients tackle their challenges, head on, and make it to the other side. In Mike’s words, “There’s nothi...
Apr 16, 2022•21 min•Ep. 414
Today we're excited to share a presentation by Craig Goldenfarb from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to hear from Craig, a recovering trial attorney, to learn not only about how to run a good firm but how to run a great law firm business. While Craig is primarily occupied with building the teams that directly manage client cases, he is devoted to serving the legal needs of his “Critical Case” clients. He directly handles pre-suit and litigation matters that involve significant loss, such as catastrophic...
Apr 14, 2022•26 min•Ep. 413
In today’s episode, Jim and Tyson chat with criminal defense attorney, Dustyn Coontz! They dive into being brutally honest about being who you are. If you’re interested in learning more about running a law firm with ADHD, learning to focus only on specific things at a time, and working through the pandemic, check out this week’s episode. Dustyn is husband to Stephanie, dad to Lily (a human) and Archie (a dog), and an eternally optimistic fan of the Detroit Lions. He also owns Coontz Law , a firm...
Apr 12, 2022•28 min•Ep. 412
Today we're excited to share a presentation by Joey Vitale from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn about how you can be more resilient in the seasons of uncertainty. Joey is the founder of Indie Law and trademarks are his jam! One day a client – who did not have a trademark registration for her brand – called Joey in tears. She’d gotten a cease and desist from someone who DID formally trademark the brand she’d been using. But because they beat her to it, she had to shut down her entire business op...
Apr 09, 2022•18 min•Ep. 411
Today we're excited to share a presentation by Bill Umansky from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn about how you can be more resilient in the seasons of uncertainty. William D. Umansky, or “The Lawman” as he is affectionately known by his peers, has almost two decades of experience offering “Second Chances” to clients who have either been injured as a result of someone else’s negligence or who have, unfortunately, been charged with a crime. His practice is based in Central Florida, and he advocat...
Apr 07, 2022•27 min•Ep. 410
In today’s episode, Jim and Tyson chat with estate planning and business advising attorney, Ron Payne! They dive into the journey of jumping your firm ahead. If you’re interested in learning more about the various practice areas he’s drawn to, lessons to those who practice in multiple areas, and the struggles of running a firm, check out this week’s episode. Mr. Payne is the CEO & Managing Partner for Apple Payne Law, PLLC in Kernersville, NC. APL strives to serve the "entire family", handli...
Apr 05, 2022•34 min•Ep. 409
Today we're excited to share a presentation by Christopher Nicolaysen from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn about how you can go from a limiting mindset to an abundance mindset. Christopher focuses primarily on helping those injured in car accidents due to no fault of their own. His personal injury matters include auto accidents, bicycle accidents, pedestrian accidents, and trucking accidents. He truly enjoys helping clients through difficult times and helping them get the compensation they dese...
Apr 02, 2022•20 min•Ep. 408
Today we're excited to share a presentation by Pete Salsich from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn all about the ins and outs when it comes to the content you choose to use. Pete is an experienced intellectual property attorney whose practice is focused on advising large and small companies and entrepreneurs regarding the creation, protection, and use of intellectual property, in both litigation and transactional counseling, particularly in the media, technology, and entertainment industries. 1:5...
Mar 31, 2022•21 min•Ep. 407
In today’s episode, Jim and Tyson chat with criminal and DUI defense attorney, Adam Rossen! They dive into the journey of building an incredible law firm. If you’re interested in learning more about incremental growth, strategic marketing, and the importance of systems, check out this week’s episode. Adam Rossen is the founder and CEO of the Rossen Law Firm . He was born and raised in South Florida and grew up knowing that he wanted to become either a doctor or lawyer because he wanted to be som...
Mar 29, 2022•29 min•Ep. 406
Today we're excited to share a presentation by Johnnie Finch from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn about how you can better deal with anxiety, a loss, and to stop putting things on your back. Born and raised in Northeastern, North Carolina, Johnnie was a juvenile counselor before deciding to go to law school at 29. He has run a solo criminal defense practice for the last 8 years or so, where he handles major crimes to traffic tickets, but in the last year, Johnnie has shifted to a majority indig...
Mar 26, 2022•16 min•Ep. 405
Today we're excited to share a presentation by Ryan Anderson from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn all about hiring execs, recruiting, and building your firm. Ryan Anderson is the co-founder and CEO of Filevine. Before starting Filevine, Ryan was a founding partner at a western-states firm focused on personal injury, mass tort, and employment class action. With lived experience litigating hundreds of cases, including successful trials with 7-figure settlements, Ryan faced stress and process issu...
Mar 24, 2022•23 min•Ep. 404
In today’s episode, Jim and Tyson chat with one of the founders of Law Student Connect, Jordan Gardner! They dive into the journey of how this platform came to be and what it’s all about. If you’re interested in learning more about connecting law firms with law students or anything in between, check out this week’s episode. The first time Jordan sat across the table from his senior partner and watched him strike his time entries from a client's bill was a defining moment in his life. Because of ...
Mar 22, 2022•29 min•Ep. 403
Today we're excited to share a presentation by Gary Falkowitz from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn all about how you can capitalize on leads, maximize revenue, and improve your intake process. Gary P. Falkowitz is the Managing Partner and Founding Attorney of the Falkowitz Law Firm PLLC‚ one of the premier personal injury law firms in New York. Gary received his J.D., in 2005 from St. John’s University School of Law, where he was a member of the Senior Board of the Moot Court Honor Society. Aft...
Mar 19, 2022•24 min•Ep. 402
Today we're excited to share a presentation by Billie Tarascio from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn all about Billie’s post-pandemic law firm, the review of her systems, and her experience on the path to continuing becoming an expert in the field. Billie Tarascio has been pushing the boundaries for how to build a successful law practice since starting Modern Law in 2008 in Mesa, Arizona. After graduating from Law School at the University of Oregon, she started seeing what many lawyers see. “Mos...
Mar 17, 2022•24 min•Ep. 401
In today’s episode, Jim and Tyson chat with communications specialist, Janet Falk! They dive into the importance of communication. If you’ve been thinking about how communication could be helpful to improving your practice, check out this week’s episode. Janet Falk is a Communications professional with more than 30 years of experience in-house and at public relations agencies. She advises attorneys at small law firms and with a solo practice on Media Relations and Marketing Communications to: at...
Mar 15, 2022•29 min•Ep. 400
Today we're excited to share a presentation by Jim Hacking from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn all about Jim’s amazing journey that started him on a path to becoming a lawyer, the need to find something bigger than himself, and advocating for others. 1:20 Susan Carlson 3:35 a warrior 6:16 never been named 9:20 made on my behalf 11:30 you’re changing the trajectory of people’s lives 13:31 be your best self Watch the podcast here . Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com Tickets to MaxLawCon 2022 ar...
Mar 12, 2022•14 min•Ep. 399
Today we're excited to share a presentation by Dave Frees from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn what spies, interrogators, and special forces operators can teach you about having a better and more profitable practice. Mr. Frees heads the Firm’s Trust, Estate and Wealth Preservation Section, and Co-chairs the Elder Law Solutions section of the Firm. He serves or has served, on the boards of multiple trust companies and trust committees. Dave has appeared on National Public Radio (NPR), and is a f...
Mar 10, 2022•49 min•Ep. 398
In today’s episode, Jim and Tyson chat with one another about MaxLawCon 2022! They dive into the nuts and bolts about the conference. If you’re craving community, looking for that growth mindset, and want to know what could be possible with your firm, check out this week’s episode. 4:45 the right mindset 8:14 crushing it 11:51 the topics 14:42 the vision track 18:19 breakouts 25:04 clickable title 28:24 killer presentation Watch the podcast here . Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com MaxLawCon ti...
Mar 09, 2022•29 min•Ep. 397
In today’s episode, Jim and Tyson chat with Alabama bankruptcy lawyer, Ty Shepard! They dive into the journey of entrepreneurship and finding that community of support. If you’ve been thinking about how to navigate the growth and changes of a law firm, check out this week’s episode. Ty's practice focuses on helping businesses reorganize their financial and organizational structures inside and outside of bankruptcy. He represents business debtors, creditors, trustees, and other parties in bankrup...
Mar 08, 2022•27 min•Ep. 396
In today’s episode, Jim and Tyson take a deep dive with eleven different guests to chat about growth, things they’ve learned, hurdles, and things they’ve had to overcome in their law firms. If you’ve been looking for successful ways to grow your firm, check out this rapid-fire episode. 3:00 make decisions ahead of time 8:21 culture, culture, culture 11:35 core values 13:42 systems, processes, hiring, and consistency 17:25 growth has been great 20:47 drive referrals 22:53 listen to your team 25:4...
Mar 01, 2022•53 min•Ep. 395
In today’s episode, Jim and Tyson chat with one another about what it takes to be a successful law firm owner. They dive into the journey of how to separate yourself from the daily tasks and the big rocks that come your way. If you’ve been looking for a way to systematize your firm and have it be less person-centric, check out this episode. 2:39 myth of Sisyphus 5:54 push the rock up the hill 8:46 we know we shouldn’t be pushing the boulder 11:45 leadership meeting 15:08 be nimble 18:34 successi...
Feb 22, 2022•27 min•Ep. 394
In today’s episode, Jim and Tyson chat with best-selling author Tommy Breedlove! They dive into why your success, money, or stuff doesn’t ultimately fulfill you. If you’re finding yourself in a place where you need to make yourself a priority and find your self-respect and self-love, check out this week’s episode. Meet Tommy Breedlove , the Wall Street Journal and USA Today Best Selling Author of the Book, “Legendary” and the founder of the Legendary Life Movement.… A movement that empowers driv...
Feb 15, 2022•31 min•Ep. 393
In today’s episode, Jim and Tyson chat with one another on this solo co-host episode! They dive into the mega benefit and detriment of owning your law firm. If you’re finding yourself in a place where unfettered freedom needs to become more fettered, check out this week’s episode. 3:13 EOS test 6:35 structure and attach 9:10 sitting in things 12:19 small firm owner 15:25 get the work done 19:36 formulate your package Jim’s Hack: The real value of getting together with others at something like ou...
Feb 08, 2022•24 min•Ep. 392
