Lawsome

Today we break into big law and legal procurement with an article from SpendMatters.com - we interview legal procurement guru Silvia Silverstein and learn how big companies are changing the way they approach legal services, and we also discuss the differences between marketing and advertising.  NEWS - http://spendmatters.com/2017/11/13/cutting-big-law-size-new-alternatives-legal-services-procurement-part-1/  GUEST - http://www.buyinglegal.com/  © 2018 Consultwebs - https://www.thelawsomepodcast.com

Handling your reputation online is the new PR - clients are in control of public perception of lawyers and word of mouth referrals are results from experience. How can you handle negative reviews online? How can you create a reviews and ratings fly-wheel into your process, and why you have to take care of this, yesterday. NEWS - https://www.brightlocal.com/learn/local-consumer-review-survey/ Client Review Resource - DOWNLOAD HERE  SUBSCRIBE -> https://apple.co/2jZtoa4  TWITTER -> https://bit.ly/2Kul39I  FACEBOOK -> https://bit.ly/2wK7CQN © 2018 Consultwebs - https://www.thelawsomepodcast.com 

On the show today we dig into a few articles from Above The Law and BCGSearch, we talk about love, law and life balance with Texas Trial Attorneys Taly and Mark Thiessen, we also take a short diversion into beer coozies and marketing, and we place our guests under questioning with 10 Questions we Ask Everyone.  NEWS - https://www.bcgsearch.com/article/900044811/The-1-Attorney-Career-Killer-that-Attorneys-Are-Never-Taught/ - https://abovethelaw.com/2015/04/if-you-care-about-work-life-balance-youre-a-bad-person/  GUEST - https://www.thetexastrialattorney.com  SUBSCRIBE -> https://apple.co/2jZtoa4  TWITTER -> https://bit.ly/2Kul39I  FACEBOOK -> https://bit.ly/2wK7CQN © 2018 Consultwebs - https://www.thelawsomepodcast.com

Today we talk about geofencing and digital ambulance chasing with an article from npr.org. We also discuss marketing tactics and strategies that can help lawyers stay above the ethical grey zones.  NEWS - https://n.pr/2xmOsRo  © 2018 - Consultwebs - https://www.thelawsomepodcast.com 

In this episode we talk about legal writing fundamentals, learn why every lawyer is a professional writer, and discover the single biggest barrier to effective written advocacy. We also discuss Life/Law balance and learn about the clash between “working” and “living” in both Canada and the US. NEWS - http://www.lawpracticetoday.org/article/balancing-lawyers-time-life/ GUEST - https://www.mandellcoaching.com/  SUBSCRIBE -> https://apple.co/2jZtoa4  TWITTER -> https://bit.ly/2Kul39I  FACEBOOK -> https://bit.ly/2wK7CQN © 2018 Consultwebs - https://www.thelawsomepodcast.com 

In this very special episode of LAWsome we dive into TV Lawyers, advertising, Mr. Whipple, exploding eagles, and public perception of the legal profession.  Lawyers want to grow their business, but, the concept of public perception of lawyers can get in the way of creating effective marketing and advertising campaigns. We're dedicating this show to specifically address this confluence, particularly in regards to TV advertising and lawyers. Law Firm Experience Survey - https://www.consultwebs.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/Law-firm-experience-1.pdf  SUBSCRIBE -> https://apple.co/2jZtoa4  TWITTER -> https://bit.ly/2Kul39I  FACEBOOK -> https://bit.ly/2wK7CQN © 2018 Consultwebs - https://www.thelawsomepodcast.com 

On the show today, we address the elephant in the room and talk about the mental health crisis in law with an article from AboveTheLaw.com - we talk to Precedent Magazine editor Daniel Fish and discuss a recent expose on mental health and lawyers.  NEWS - https://abovethelaw.com/2016/02/can-we-finally-talk-about-the-elephant-in-the-room-mental-health-of-lawyers/  GUEST - http://lawandstyle.ca/law/cover-story-the-mental-health-crisis-in-law/  SUBSCRIBE -> https://apple.co/2jZtoa4  TWITTER -> https://bit.ly/2Kul39I  FACEBOOK -> https://bit.ly/2wK7CQN © 2018 Consultwebs - https://www.thelawsomepodcast.com 

On the show today we talk about freelance lawyers, the gig economy, and find out why so many lawyers leave the profession from an article on The Balance.com - We also interview LawyerExchange.com founder and CEO Bob Meltzer about his legal work-sharing platform and how law firms can operate in the future. NEWS - https://www.thebalance.com/why-do-so-many-lawyers-leave-the-profession-2164592 GUEST - https://www.lawyerexchange.com/  SUBSCRIBE -> https://apple.co/2jZtoa4 TWITTER -> https://bit.ly/2Kul39I FACEBOOK -> https://bit.ly/2wK7CQN © 2018 Consultwebs - https://www.thelawsomepodcast.com 

In this episode we talk about legal work and how law firms are defining their flows and getting the help they need. We also interview LegalTypist.com founder Andrea Cannavina and learn how her company helps lawyers and law firms outsource legal work. NEWS - https://www.thebalance.com/outsourcing-legal-services-2151240  GUEST - https://www.legaltypist.com/               http://andreacannavina.com/ SUBSCRIBE -> https://apple.co/2jZtoa4  TWITTER -> https://bit.ly/2Kul39I  FACEBOOK -> https://bit.ly/2wK7CQN © 2018 Consultwebs - https://www.thelawsomepodcast.com

Managing a law firm can be difficult, but with the right tools and infrastructure in place, lawyers can take back control. In this episode we talk about what it takes to manage a legal practice, and interview lawyer, Legal Tech Evangelist and author Nicole Black from MyCase.com. NEWS - https://www.americanbar.org/publications/law_practice_magazine/2013/may-june/practice-management-advice.html   GUEST - https://www.mycase.com/ SUBSCRIBE -> https://apple.co/2jZtoa4  TWITTER -> https://bit.ly/2Kul39I  FACEBOOK -> https://bit.ly/2wK7CQN   © 2018 Consultwebs - https://www.thelawsomepodcast.com

We interview legal professor, lawyer, author, and legal tech scholar Gillian Hadfield about globalization, tech innovation, and what lawyers can learn from her new book, “Rules for a Flat World.” NEWS - http://www.lawtechnologytoday.org/2018/01/the-data-driven-lawyer/  GUEST - https://www.amazon.com/Rules-Flat-World-Invented-Reinvent-ebook/dp/B01LYZXIVU  SUBSCRIBE -> https://apple.co/2jZtoa4  TWITTER -> https://bit.ly/2Kul39I  FACEBOOK -> https://bit.ly/2wK7CQN ©2018 Consultwebs www.thelawsomepodcast.com 

In this episode we learn about personality theories and lawyers, find ways introverted lawyers can find success, and we speak with Brooklyn Law professor Heidi Brown about her new book, The Introverted Lawyer. NEWS - http://www.womenonbusiness.com/5-secrets-to-find-success-as-an-introvert/  GUEST - https://www.amazon.com/Introverted-Lawyer-Authentically-Empowered-Advocacy/dp/1634257723  SUBSCRIBE -> https://apple.co/2jZtoa4  TWITTER -> https://bit.ly/2Kul39I  FACEBOOK -> https://bit.ly/2wK7CQN ©2018 Consultwebs www.thelawsomepodcast.com 

In this episode we speak with Carly Steinbaum and learn about her job hunting app for lawyers, Denovo, and discuss the ways law grads and seasoned attorneys are looking for work in the age of Tinder. NEWS - https://www.lawcrossing.com/article/900042490/Top-10-Ways-to-Get-Your-First-Job-After-Law-School/ GUEST - https://www.denovoapp.com/  ©2018 Consultwebs www.thelawsomepodcast.com 

In this episode we speak with business leader, programmer and Consultwebs president Magnus Simonarson about how legal marketing has changed in the new millennium, what principles have remained the same and what has changed as well as what’s breaking over the horizon in the future.  We also talk about how to think like a leader, promote growth in your employees and your company, and deliver the best results to your clients. NEWS - https://www.inc.com/aj-agrawal/how-marketing-has-changed-and-why-it-matters.html  GUEST - https://www.linkedin.com/in/magnussimonarson/  ©2018 Consultwebs www.thelawsomepodcast.com 

In this episode we talk about the latest legal tech innovations, interview in-house corporate lawyer, programmer and blogger Colin Levy, and unpack the multi-disciplinarian future of practicing law - what skills will you need to become indispensable in the law firm of tomorrow - how can you become “The Renaissance Lawyer?” NEWS - http://www.lawtechnologytoday.org/2017/09/no-longer-avoid-tech-innovation/  GUEST - https://colinslevy.com/ ©2018 Consultwebs www.thelawsomepodcast.com 

On the show today we hit the Hot Takes Buffet with an article from Clio.com on how lawyers establish their rates, and we interview the True Worth Expert, Vanessa Ugatti, and find out how lawyers can charge what they’re really worth. NEWS - https://www.clio.com/blog/how-much-should-lawyers-charge/   GUEST - https://www.thetrueworthexpert.com/  SUBSCRIBE -> https://apple.co/2jZtoa4  TWITTER -> https://bit.ly/2Kul39I  FACEBOOK -> https://bit.ly/2wK7CQN ©2018 Consultwebs www.thelawsomepodcast.com 

In this episode we dig deep into the steaming mountain of data surrounding legal tech, AI, and Big Data to learn how it will impact the future of practicing law, and how lawyers can use data to create better trial strategies, workplaces, and careers!   NEWS - https://www.law.com/legaltechnews/sites/legaltechnews/2018/01/05/big-data-proving-a-big-challenge-for-legal-business-analytics/ GUEST - http://www.law.du.edu/deji/meet-dejis-directors    ©2018 Consultwebs www.thelawsomepodcast.com 

In this episode we empathically unpack an article from Law.com - 10 Predictions for Legal Tech in 2018 - we interview adjunct professor at Vanderbilt Law, Cat Moon, about human-centered design, and learn how lawyers and law firms can update their practice. NEWS - https://www.law.com/legaltechnews/sites/legaltechnews/2017/12/22/10-predictions-for-what-2018-will-bring-for-legal-tech/ GUEST - http://www.legalproblemsolving.org/ ©2018 Consultwebs www.thelawsomepodcast.com 

In this episode we discuss the ways psychology and the practice of law overlap, and how lawyers are using psychodrama and storytelling to win trials and run better law firms. NEWS - http://www.apa.org/monitor/2012/11/lawyers.aspx  GUEST - http://www.druckerpsychology.com/  ©2018 Consultwebs www.thelawsomepodcast.com 

In this episode we speak with networking-guru Kelly Hoey, and learn about the ways lawyers can expand their influence, achieve their short and long term goals, and build their dream network.   We also take a look at an article from AboveTheLaw.com on ways lawyers can increase their networking skills.  NEWS - https://abovethelaw.com/2017/09/7-networking-tips-that-will-reap-benefits-fast/   GUEST - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellyhoey/  ©2018 Consultwebs www.thelawsomepodcast.com