On The Road With Legal Talk Network

As Web3 and the metaverse continue to grow in their reach, more and more people are using cryptocurrency—even to pay their legal fees. What do lawyers need to know about these new forms of payment? Jessica Neer McDonald and Jamie Szal give an overview of blockchain, cryptocurrency, and Web3 payment sources and explain their legal and ethical implications for law firms. Jessica Neer McDonald is founder of intellectual property law firm Neer McD PLLC, based in Miami, Florida. Jamie Szal is a partner at Brann & Isaacson, where she focuses her practice on assisting businesses in all aspects of state and local tax controversy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The newest market for legal professionals may not exist in the physical world, but legal matters in the metaverse are very real, opening up a host of opportunities for attorneys. Kristen Roberts, Diane Littlejohn, and Mathew Kerbis talk us through the basics of the metaverse and its expanding need for legal services. Kristen G. Roberts, Founder & Managing Attorney at Trestle Law, APC is a California-based intellectual property attorney who helps business owners build a bridge from their brands to their bank accounts. Diane Littlejohn is an attorney currently serving as the Executive Director of the Technology Law and Policy Center at North Carolina Central University School of Law. Mathew R. Kerbis is an associate attorney at Condon & Cook, LLC focusing his practice in civil litigation defense of first-party and third-party insurance and personal injury matters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you’ve run into a problem that you can’t seem to solve in-house, it might be time to seek out an integration partner. Tressa Schultze and Catherine Stock talk with Laurence Colletti about the benefits of these partnerships and how they help lawyers streamline processes and develop efficient, profitable legal practices. Tressa Schultze leads product and integration strategy at MyCase. Catherine Stock is partnerships manager at InfoTrack US. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Following their keynote panel, Laurence Colletti sits down with Jazz Hampton, Erin Levine, Kimberly Bennett, and Jack Newton to hear their thoughts on the current state of technology in legal practice. They talk about dealing with fast-paced change, the pursuit of vision in the face of adversity, and engaging with technology to craft a better future. Jazz Hampton is CEO and general counsel at TurnSignl. Erin Levine is a certified family law specialist, owner of Levine Family Law Group, and founder of Hello Divorce. Kimberly Bennett is the Co-Founder of Fidu, a client experience platform. Jack Newton is the CEO and co-founder of Clio, a pioneer in cloud-based legal technology. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gyi Tsakalakis, co-chair of TECHSHOW 2023 gives the lowdown for ABA TECHSHOW sessions, events, and special speakers. Stay tuned for Chicago travel-foodie tips, plus a skosh of stoic wisdom. #Mirth  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Many of the forensic sciences featured in shows like the ‘Forensic Files’ have been debunked and are now considered to be ‘Junk Science’... but that doesn’t mean that the people convicted under them are suddenly free. The Innocence Project’s Chris Fabricant is a nationally acclaimed author and expert on the use of forensic science. He and our executive producer Laurence Colletti sit down to discuss “Junk Science” and how it sent many innocent people to prison for crimes they didn’t commit.  Chris Fabricant is the author of ‘Junk Science and the American Criminal Justice System’. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meet the hosts and producer-composer for SideBar, our new podcast covering Constitutional and Civil Rights. Never boring, this show features acclaimed authors, notable commentators, expert lawyers, and law professors. Don’t touch that dial... Episode 1 with author and political activist David Pepper plays right after this episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s the Statehouses. Stupid. So says David Pepper, the author of Laboratories of Autocracy: A Wake-Up Call from Behind the Lines. State legislatures, often ignored, play a significant role in deciding our rights, including the right to vote. Join SideBar co-hosts law school deans Jackie Gardina and Mitch Winick as they discuss current challenges to the American political system and Constitutional rights with author, lawyer, and politician David Pepper as the podcast’s inaugural guest. {Part 1 of 2} Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tune in for highlights from Robert CIaldini’s closing keynote address at ClioCon 2022. Host Christopher Anderson talks with Robert about his scientific research into influence. Robert discusses the many effects of influence in the world, shares his Six Principles of Persuasion, and explains how solid, meaningful relationships help us build our influence both personally and professionally.  Robert Cialdini is president of INFLUENCE AT WORK and a New York Times bestselling author. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The world of lawyering has surged in spite of the pandemic, but new adversity looms. Fears over inflation, war, hiring markets, and a recession have left many attorneys wondering how to prepare for the coming months. Jack Newton discusses the concept of anti-fragility and its place as a mental model for law firms as they face an uncertain future. Jack outlines how deliberate preparation can help your law firm thrive in the midst of opposition.  Jack Newton is CEO and co-founder of Clio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

No matter your practice area, smart planning can help you grow your business. Co-hosts Christopher Anderson and Laurence Colletti talk with Tim Parlatore about the panel he participated in at ClioCon which focused on scalable legal services. Tim shares his firm’s journey from solo to over 30 attorneys and offers time-tested tips for steady growth.  Timothy C. Parlatore is the founder and Managing Partner of Parlatore Law Group.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lack of communication and surprisingly large bills are often major sources of complaint for law firm clients, but it doesn’t have to be that way! Attorneys Shreya and Colin Ley share their simple strategies for managing client expectations and providing a better customer experience. Shreya Ley is a Lawyer-Human with LayRoots. Colin Ley is an asset protection attorney with LayRoots.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Love it or hate it, social media is where you need to be to get noticed by modern consumers. Gyi Tsakalakis chats with Michelle Fonseca-Kamana and Adam Juratovac about their session on developing your online presence to strengthen your credibility and reach new clients. Tune in for their thoughts on crafting entertaining, educational, and empowering content. Michelle Fonseca-Kamana is the Founder and Principal Attorney at West Coast Lemons APC, a law firm specializing in California lemon law. Adam S. Juratovac is a California employment law attorney.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How much can we really get done in a day? Christopher Anderson talks with Clio presenter Olivia Vizachero about how to become a consistent, confident manager of your schedule. Olivia explains why we so often struggle to plan a realistic schedule and gives tactics for proactive, accurate planning techniques that help you achieve your goals. Olivia Vizachero, a former BigLaw commercial litigator and criminal defense attorney, runs The Less Stressed Lawyer, a boutique life coaching practice for lawyers.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“A great client experience should be at the core of what you do.” – Geeta Daswani, winner of the Excellence in Client Service Reisman Award, talks with podcast host Patrick Palace about her firm’s best practices for thoughtful and efficient client interactions. Geeta explains how careful listening and good communication can help any business provide a great customer experience.  Geeta Daswani is founder at The Daswani Law Co. Ltd., providing legal support to ethical and sustainable businesses. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Reisman Award winner Andrew Rudder talks with host Patrick Palace about his path to becoming a lawyer, including some of the unique experiences and challenges he has faced as a black attorney. Andrew shares his passion for social justice and his hope to provide greater access to justice for people of color. Andrew Rudder is founder of Rudder Law, a Canadian firm focused on Catastrophic Impairment Law. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you’re working way more hours than you want to, it’s time to hire someone new! Hiring another lawyer for your firm lightens your load, lessens the likelihood of burnout, and makes you more money. Sounds like a win all around. Kristin Tyler shares insights on current hiring trends and outlines how to connect with the right talent for your team.  Kristin Tyler is co-founder and chief brand officer at LAWCLERK, where attorneys go to hire freelance lawyers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The pandemic was a driver for change in justice systems around the globe, but one court’s innovative and inexpensive approach is worth a closer look. Judge Scott Schlegel manages what may be one of the most advanced courts in the United States for delivering justice online. Tune in for his tips on how any jurisdiction in the country can modernize its justice system for under a thousand dollars. Go to https://www.onlinejudge.us/ for all of Judge Schlegel’s recommendations. Judge Scott U. Schlegel was elected to the 24th Judicial District Court in Jefferson Parish, Louisiana in May 2013. He currently serves as the President of the Louisiana District Judges Association and Chair of the Louisiana Supreme Court Technology Commission. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Strategic messaging helps your community understand why they want you to be their lawyer. Tune in to Laurence Colletti’s conversation with Camille Moore and Phillip Millar to learn how to take the plunge into online content creation and grow your brand. They discuss the pitfalls of unapproachable marketing and share tactics for sharing your authentic self through social media, video, podcasts, and more.  Camille Moore is president of Third Eye Insights.  Phillip Millar is an attorney and senior strategic consultant at Third Eye Insights.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Creating a happy path from intake to invoice makes firm processes easy and efficient, but how do you get there? Hosts Laurence Colletti and Stephanie Everett talk with Adrian Francis and Raquel Trinidad about getting paid without the hassle. They outline the importance of meeting clients where they’re at, embracing flexible billing strategies, and using online billing for quick and easy payments. Adrian Francis is a Group Product Manager across Oil & Gas, Supply Chain, and Legal at Clio.  Raquel Trinidad is Manager of Product Marketing at Clio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices