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The Future of Drafting and Defending Non-Competes for American Workers and Workplaces

Ally Kvidt — Tue, 12 Nov 2024 23:15:20 +0000

From the FTC’s recent attempts to implement a nationwide ban on non-competes to the nuances of state-specific laws in California, Texas, and beyond, there are essential developments that every employment lawyer should know. That’s why Matt Greer is welcoming seasoned attorneys Eric Tate and Joe Ahmad to explore the evolving landscape of non-compete agreements and restrictive covenants.

Eric and Joe share insights on the enforceability of non-competes, what constitutes a “protectable interest,” and how courts are viewing confidentiality agreements as potential de facto non-competes. They also discuss the practical implications for lawyers advising clients in today’s hybrid work environment, where remote work and state law differences create unique challenges. Whether you’re representing employers or employees, this episode provides crucial strategies and legal insights to help you navigate restrictive covenants effectively.

Eric Akira Tate is co-chair of the Global Employment and Labor Group, representing companies in trade secrets cases, internal investigations, employment litigation, and advising on compliance and employment aspects of mergers and acquisitions globally.

Joseph Y. Ahmad is a founding partner of Houston law firm AZA and a nationally recognized lawyer for executives, representing them in breach of contract, trade secrets, non-compete, fiduciary duty, and other matters.

Recent Legal Developments in Pay Equity and Transparency

Ally Kvidt — Tue, 12 Nov 2024 23:00:02 +0000

Unpack the complexities of pay equity and transparency with esteemed attorneys Erin M. Connell, representing employers, and Anne B. Shaver, representing employees. Throughout the episode, we’ll explore the legal nuances of fair pay practices, explain the difference between “pay equity” and the “pay gap,” and examine how new pay transparency laws are transforming workplaces across the U.S. and beyond.

Erin and Anne also discuss recent trends, including why leveling the job before hiring is crucial, the impact of salary disclosure laws in states like Colorado and California, and how companies are adapting to increased pressure for fairness from both employees and shareholders. Together, they provide practical insights for navigating these changes, whether you’re an employer or employee. Plus, they touch on the growing influence of AI in hiring and compensation decisions and highlight what’s on the horizon for labor and employment law.

Erin M. Connell is Co-chair of Orrick’s EEO & OFCCP Compliance Group, representing employers in high-stakes employment litigation and leading in equal employment law, pay equity, and compliance.

Anne B. Shaver, a partner specializing in employment and antitrust class actions, represents certified classes of female employees in equal pay and gender discrimination cases against Google and Goldman Sachs, and workers impacted by no-poach agreements in fintech and franchise industries.

Navigating Texas Business Courts (State Bar of Texas Annual Meeting 2024)

Ally Kvidt — Wed, 26 Jun 2024 15:00:02 +0000

Both the governor and legislature of Texas have hoped to drive more business to Texas, but previously, businesses have expressed concerns over the potential for difficulties in navigating courts across Texas’s 254 counties. Now, a centralized system of business courts will open September 1, 2024, to serve businesses in the most populous areas of the state. Judge Emily Miskel and Marcy Hogan Greer talk with Rocky Dhir in detail about how these courts will operate and what businesses and attorneys should expect.

Judge Emily Miskel has served as judge of the 470th district court of Collin County, Texas, since the court was created in 2015.

Marcy Hogan Greer is the managing partner of Alexander Dubose & Jefferson LLP, a nationally recognized appellate boutique firm.

Users keepers: Pirates, zombies and adverse possession

Ally Kvidt — Wed, 10 Apr 2024 11:00:38 +0000

“Trespassing plus time equals adverse possession,” Paul Golden writes in his new book, Litigating Adverse Possession Cases: Pirates v. Zombies. When someone has occupied or used a piece of property as though they own it for long enough, a court could determine that they are the rightful owner—regardless of what the paperwork says. It’s a concept more popularly discussed as squatter’s rights.

In this episode of The Modern Law Library, Golden speaks with the ABA Journal’s Lee Rawles about the ancient concepts underlying modern adverse possession law; some quirky state laws; and why societies would allow land to be transferred in this way. They also discuss how the plain meaning of terms like “hostile” are changed when used in adverse possession cases, and Rawles raises a hypothetical—taken from real life—of a neighbor’s crooked fence.

During Golden’s first appearance on The Modern Law Library, he explained how the lack of a written contract could be navigated by a savvy lawyer. In his new book, Golden guides attorneys and their clients through the finer points of arguing for and against adverse possession claims. He shares some of the errors he’s seen pop up in adverse possession cases, and offers advice for how to avoid common pitfalls.

Modern Law Library listeners have been given a promotional discount code for Litigating Adverse Possession Cases: Pirates v. Zombies through May 10, 2024. For 20% off, go to the ABA’s online shop and enter LAPC2024 at checkout.

Year in Review — Texas Real Estate Law Changes in 2023

Ally Kvidt — Thu, 28 Dec 2023 12:00:57 +0000

There were a number of real estate cases in 2023, but only a few were notable enough to be of importance to all practitioners in this area of the law. Rocky Dhir welcomes Roland Love to discuss his article highlighting prominent 2023 real estate decisions in the December edition of the Texas Bar Journal. Roland gives an overview of these cases and their implications, covering PNC Mortgage v. Howard, Lennar Homes of Texas Land and Construction, Ltd. v. Whitely, Mitchell v. MAP Resources, Inc., and the rather humorous Pecos County Appraisal District v. Iraan-Sheffield ISD.

Read Roland’s full article here: Real Estate Law Year in Review

Roland Love is the 2022 recipient of the State Bar of Texas Real Estate, Probate, and Trust Law Section Lifetime Achievement Award in Real Estate and the Texas Bar College Patrick A. Nester Award for Outstanding Achievement in CLE.

Navigating South Carolina Construction Defect Claims

Ally Kvidt — Thu, 26 Oct 2023 11:00:55 +0000

Attorney Thomas Pritchard from Vernis & Bowling addresses uniqueness in South Carolina construction law and what claims and risk managers should be aware of.

Here Comes the Boom: An Overview of Crane Related Accidents

Ally Kvidt — Thu, 31 Aug 2023 11:00:11 +0000

Lee Sale from Expert Service Provider S-E-A discusses the investigations of crane-related accidents and the impact on claims.

Understanding Professional Sports Leagues’ Personal Conduct Policies and Disciplinary Processes (State Bar of Texas Annual Meeting 2023)

Ally Kvidt — Mon, 03 Jul 2023 23:00:08 +0000

The way athletes conduct themselves has the potential to majorly impact them, their team, and their sport as a whole. With such high stakes and the added influence of social media, personal conduct policies are in place to help maintain the integrity of professional sports leagues. Rocky Dhir talks to Kelli Masters, Daniel Hare, and Brian Michael Cooper about how these policies are created and the discipline processes that provide accountability and continued quality within a sports league.

Kelli Masters is an attorney, an NFL sports agent and Founder and President of KMM Sports, a full-service sports management company with offices in New York, Los Angeles and her hometown of Oklahoma City.

Daniel Hare is the founder and president of Varsity Search, a legal recruiting company dedicated to building great teams by bringing together lawyers and law firms.

Brian Michael Cooper is an accomplished sports executive, currently holding the positions of President & Chief Operating Officer at the American Flag Football League.

EP703 – Bankruptcy and the Texas Two-Step

Legal Talk Network — Wed, 15 Feb 2023 12:05:41 +0000

The Texas Two-Step isn’t just a country music line dance. It’s a controversial legal maneuver a company can use to avoid exposure to potential legal claims, and it could derail your case. We’ll examine the potential impact of bankruptcy on litigation and explain why you should always discuss bankruptcy with your client, how to seek relief if an insurance company claims financial insolvency, and offer clarification on judicial estoppel.

#404: The Other F-Word: Protecting Your Business from Fraud, with Bernadette Harris

Legal Talk Network — Thu, 01 Sep 2022 11:00:19 +0000

Stephanie talks with Lawyerist Lab coach Bernadette Harris, about how to protect your firm from fraud with proper procedures and safeguards, outsourcing accounting, and more.

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Thanks to Albatross Legal Workspaces, Postali, and Posh Virtual Receptionists for sponsoring this episode.

ITRC’s 2021 Data Breach Report: Sobering Stats

Legal Talk Network — Thu, 17 Feb 2022 13:00:55 +0000

The overall number of data compromises is up 68% over 2020. Now, more than ever, attorneys must take action to protect themselves and their law firms. John Simek and Sharon Nelson welcome James E. Lee of the Identity Theft Resource Center to discuss the findings of his organization’s 2021 Data Breach Report. James discusses common root causes of data breaches and explains how prevention tactics and data security services can help lawyers avoid and/or deal with a data compromise.

James E. Lee is the chief operating officer of the Identity Theft Resource Center.

Special thanks to our sponsors CaseFleet, Clio, and PInow.

Law Firms, Take Notice: The US is Cracking Down on Ransomware Gangs

Legal Talk Network — Thu, 16 Dec 2021 15:00:02 +0000

Our government has been earnestly campaigning against ransomware and cybercriminals — seizing cryptocurrency, offering bounties, and issuing frequent alerts. Sharon Nelson and John Simek talk with Ariel Parnes about the tactics involved in this war on ransomware, implications for lawyers, the importance of constant vigilance during the holidays, and who to call if you’re the victim of an attack.

Ariel Parnes is co-founder and chief operating officer at Mitiga, a cloud incident readiness and response company.

Special thanks to our sponsors CaseFleet and PInow.

Why are Businesses, Including Law Firms, So Vulnerable to Ransomware?

Legal Talk Network — Thu, 18 Nov 2021 13:00:28 +0000

The stats are in, and law firms are truly ill-equipped to combat ransomware. So, what should they do? Sharon and John welcome David White of Axio to talk about his company’s 2021 State of Ransomware Preparedness Report. David talks about their key findings and offers a back-to-basics approach that helps lawyers and law firms take steps to prevent cyber attack.

David White is president and co-founder at Axio.

Special thanks to our sponsors CaseFleet and PInow.

The Complexity of Rideshare Claims

Legal Talk Network — Thu, 10 Jun 2021 15:00:22 +0000

Attorneys Thomas Brown and Patrick Delong from the law firm Marshall Dennehey Warner Coleman & Goggin discuss differences between regular automobile cases and rideshare cases and the types of claims that result from them.

Special thanks to our sponsor, AM Best Company, Best’s Insurance Professional Resources, including Qualified Member attorneys, adjusters and expert service providers.

COVID

Legal Talk Network — Mon, 12 Apr 2021 14:05:01 +0000

The pandemic impacted the practice of law in unpredictable ways, especially for new lawyers. Host Sonia Russo taps into the lessons learned by James Liu, Michelle Garcia, and Shawn Hoover on how to manage their careers and ensure clients have adequate representation during a time of scarce resources and more limited access to justice. Stay tuned for the Financial Wellness Minute when show contributor Mathew Kerbis reveals practical tips for saving money.

Special thanks to our sponsor, The Velvet Hammer.

The pandemic has not slowed down Howard Bashman of How Appealing

Legal Talk Network — Mon, 29 Mar 2021 11:00:55 +0000

Although the COVID-19 pandemic has caused there to be fewer court filings in some jurisdictions, Howard Bashman’s blog, How Appealing, continues to share multiple posts on a daily basis about appellate law and legal news.

Special thanks to our sponsor, LawPay.

Clio’s 2021 Legal Trends for Solo Law Firms

Legal Talk Network — Thu, 25 Mar 2021 14:00:52 +0000

For the first time ever, Clio has released a special trends report focused specifically on solo law firms! To talk about how this report came about and the helpful data it has to offer solo attorneys, Sharon Nelson and guest host John Simek welcome Clio’s CEO Jack Newton. Jack shares some of the most surprising insights gleaned from their solo survey, discusses pandemic-era changes in the behaviors of solos and their clients, and gives his take on what solo firms might do to become more agile and improve their revenue.

Jack Newton is CEO and co-founder of Clio.

Special thanks to our sponsors, Scorpion, Blackletter Podcast, Alert Communications and Nota.

Experienced cloud-based law firm thrives during COVID-19, firm co-founder says

Legal Talk Network — Wed, 17 Mar 2021 11:00:40 +0000

When the spread of the novel coronavirus last spring prompted traditional law firms across the country to shutter their physical offices amid much economic uncertainty, the management team at cloud-based law firm FisherBroyles had very different concerns on its radar. The team wanted to make sure that the firm was ready to quickly ramp up hiring. Kevin E. Broyles, the firm’s co-founder and managing partner, says expanding was top of mind.

Special thanks to our sponsors, Alert Communications and Nota.

How COVID-19 is Changing Business Interruption Claims

Legal Talk Network — Tue, 09 Mar 2021 15:00:34 +0000

Attorney Michael Troisi from the law firm Rivkin Radler LLP discusses the most recent impact of COVID-19 on business interruption claims and how courts are interpreting the Virus exclusion.

Special thanks to our sponsor, AM Best Company, Best’s Insurance Professional Resources, including Qualified Member attorneys, adjusters and expert service providers.

Emerging Litigation Trends in Trucking and Transportation

Legal Talk Network — Tue, 09 Feb 2021 16:00:13 +0000

Attorneys Leonard Leicht and Harold Moroknek, both of Marshall Dennehey Warner Coleman & Goggin, review emerging trends in trucking and transportation cases and how counsel are responding to plaintiffs that employ Reptile Theory strategy.

Special thanks to our sponsor, AM Best Company, Best’s Insurance Professional Resources, including Qualified Member attorneys, adjusters and expert service providers.

NCBP 2021: Cool Ideas to Steal

Legal Talk Network — Mon, 08 Feb 2021 19:04:28 +0000

Experienced bar association professional Karen Korr shares with Russ Jones some of the most innovative programs and member-engagement initiatives she’s seen bar groups implement over the last year.

From Sangria and Secrets with Drag Queens (New Haven) to Friends and Family Drive-In Movie Nights (Massachusetts), Korr says many bar groups adapted during the pandemic with innovative initiatives.

Korr also praises bar groups that led initiatives to support the community. In Baton Rouge, bar members received kits to make masks that the bar donated to those in need. In Birmingham, bar members volunteered to review business interruption policies for local businesses in need of free legal advice.

Karen Korr is a legal marketing and strategic communications consultant with Full Korr Press.

Russ Jones is a member of the National Conference of Bar Presidents Executive Council.

Case Study: Journey to the Cloud

Legal Talk Network — Mon, 25 Jan 2021 19:30:32 +0000

Legal tech coach Adriana Linares unveils a new format for New Solo with a new ask-the-expert segment, pairing a veteran practitioner with a new solo.

First, Linares welcomes guest Brad Reeser to review his firm’s shift to a cloud-based practice management solution, from taking the plunge to dealing with serial complainers during implementation.

An associate at the firm, Reeser, took on overseeing the tech transition, including evaluating options, making a selection, and following through with implementation.

As they walk through the migration steps, Linares shares tips for firms evaluating cloud-based options that work best for their needs.

And kicking off our New Insights segment, Oregon solo Robert Southwell asks veteran Southern California lawyer Eric Ganci about when to opt for a bench trial over a jury trial.

Brad Reeser is an associate of Mason, Mason, Walker & Hedrick in Newport News, Virginia.

Special thanks to our sponsors, Lawclerk, Alert Communications, and Abby Connect.

Redefining the Hub

Legal Talk Network — Wed, 20 Jan 2021 15:00:49 +0000

While legions are hopeful for a return to normalcy as soon as possible, the pandemic’s legacy will be felt for decades. The impact is already sure to prompt change from tech adoption to what defines an entity’s business hub.

Ralph Baxter, Daniel Rodriguez, and Dan Linna use their final episode as hosts of LTNow to discuss life before and during the pandemic, and what they predict is next in their respective fields of expertise.

Linna references disruptive innovation theorist Clayton Christensen in considering a different way for law firms to think, plan and talk about technology. Instead of choosing between prioritizing disruptive tech vs operational innovation, Linna says firms need to balance both to keep pace with an evolving industry.

Rodriguez reviews the pandemic’s impact on law schools, already struggling with decreased enrollment, law school finances, and student debt. He discusses regulation of law schools, the shift to all online early in the pandemic, grading changes, and how remote and hybrid learning is creating opportunities for improving teaching during precious hours in person and via technology while remote.

For law firms, Ralph Baxter expects the pandemic will have game-changing ramifications. Specifically, he believes the disruption shared globally created a gateway for change for an industry on the precipice of progress. Years of talking gave way to sudden action by necessity.

Baxter predicts changes and improvements beyond travel and space, down to the fundamental concept of how the workplace hub is defined. A brick-and-mortar space was the hub of activity pre-pandemic. But the new hub is information and the technology that connects people and processes to that information.

Ralph Baxter served as Chairman & CEO of Orrick for nearly a quarter-century and is a member of Intapp’s board of directors.

Daniel W. Linna Jr. has a joint appointment at Northwestern Pritzker School of Law and McCormick School of Engineering as the Director of Law and Technology Initiatives and a Senior Lecturer.

Former dean Daniel B. Rodriguez is the Harold Washington Professor at Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law.

Special thanks to our sponsors, Logikcull and Acumass.

How COVID-19-Related Claims Differ in Canada Versus the US

Legal Talk Network — Thu, 07 Jan 2021 16:00:08 +0000

Expert Service Provider Dan Thompson of DeeGee Rehabilitation Technologies discusses the impact of COVID-19 and differences in how claims are handled in Canada and the US.

Special thanks to our sponsor, AM Best Company, Best’s Insurance Professional Resources, including Qualified Member attorneys, adjusters and expert service providers.

What it’s like to argue before the Supreme Court during COVID-19

Legal Talk Network — Mon, 28 Dec 2020 12:00:38 +0000

Jeffrey L. Fisher has argued more than 40 U.S. Supreme Court cases, and he relies heavily on the justices’ body language during arguments. But that wasn’t possible for his last three, which were conducted by phone because of the COVID-19 pandemic. He recently shared his experiences with ABA Journal Senior Writer Stephanie Francis Ward.

Special thanks to our sponsor, LawPay.

Deloitte is monitoring regulatory reforms but is focused on growing new practice

Legal Talk Network — Wed, 16 Dec 2020 12:00:24 +0000

Don Fancher, a principal in Deloitte’s legal business services practice in the United States, acknowledges that his firm has been monitoring the regulatory reform developments taking place in several states. But he says Deloitte has no current plans to apply to offer direct legal services in this country as it does in other nations. “These are issues happening in the industry that are important to our legal department clients, as well as our law firm clients, so we certainly pay attention,” Fancher says.

Special thanks to our sponsor Alert Communications.

Video Games are Huge!

Legal Talk Network — Wed, 02 Dec 2020 20:00:53 +0000

Many businesses have struggled to get through 2020, however one industry has been thriving: the video game industry. Daniel Rose from Foley and Lardner tells us about increased growth, opportunities in esports, and the exciting confluence of streaming, consoles, and Cloud Gaming. {Spoiler} He shares some of his favorite video game picks.

Investigating Commercial Vehicle Claims

Legal Talk Network — Wed, 02 Dec 2020 16:00:12 +0000

Adjuster James Barbieri, president and CEO of Claims Advantage Inc. in Georgia, discusses the investigation process involved in commercial vehicle accidents and the potential for fraudulent claims.

Special thanks to our sponsor, AM Best Company, Best’s Insurance Professional Resources, including Qualified Member attorneys, adjusters and expert service providers.

Lawyer recounts the life and legacy of the mysterious man behind Pilates

Legal Talk Network — Wed, 25 Nov 2020 21:02:51 +0000

In 1963, John Howard Steel was a 28-year-old attorney with a challenging litigation practice, an unhappy marriage and a stiff neck. At the urging of his mother, Steel decided to try physical therapy at a gym owned by an elderly German immigrant named Joseph Pilates. It was a decision that would change Steel’s life.

Caged Lion: Joseph Pilates & His Legacy is a memoir, history and biography that tells the story of Steel’s intergenerational relationship with Joe Pilates and his wife Clara, and the transformational effect of Joe Pilates’ workout routines. Steel estimates that at the time of Joe Pilates’ death in 1967, his life’s work–which Joe Pilates called “contrology”–was limited to a circle of some 50 insiders who attended his New York City gym. He had no idea that one day the exercises that had cured his stiff neck would become an international phenomenon. His main concern was purely selfish, he says: He wanted the gym to keep operating so that he could continue to practice the workout that had benefited him so much. And he was not alone; people who Joe Pilates had mentored would eventually open more studios that kept contrology–now known simply as Pilates–alive.

In this episode of the Modern Law Library, Steel tells the ABA Journal’s Lee Rawles about the unlikely history of Pilates–both the exercise phenomenon and the man himself. While Joe Pilates was living, Steel never questioned the man directly about his murky origin story. In his research for Caged Lion, Steel would disprove some of the tales the man had spun and come up with his own theories about how Joe Pilates developed his now-famous techniques and equipment. He also shares the backstories of the legal battles over who could use the Pilates name and practices.

The Impact of Covid-19 on Claims in Brazil

Legal Talk Network — Thu, 22 Oct 2020 16:00:27 +0000

Attorney Marcelo Mansur Haddad from the law firm Mattos Filho, Veiga Filho, Marrey Jr. e Quiroga Advogados addresses the impact of Covid-10 on Brazil’s insurance claims.

Special thanks to our sponsor, AM Best Company, Best’s Insurance Professional Resources, including Qualified Member attorneys, adjusters and expert service providers.

California Expands Paid Family Leave for Small Business

Legal Talk Network — Mon, 19 Oct 2020 19:00:49 +0000

Governor Newson signed Senate Bill 1383 which features expanded coverage for Paid Family Leave. Who now qualifies and how is it funded? Jenna Gerry from Legal Aid at Work explains it all.

President Trump’s Deferral on Payroll Taxes

Legal Talk Network — Fri, 16 Oct 2020 19:00:22 +0000

Angelique Neal and Maureen Rouse-Ayoub from Varnum explain President Trump’s executive memo for Deferral on Payroll Taxes. What does it mean for employers and employees?

Black Lawyers in Major American Law Firms: How to Make More Progress

Legal Talk Network — Fri, 16 Oct 2020 17:48:28 +0000

Getting a job at a large firm and becoming a partner is vastly different than it was even in the 1990s. Where there once was a school-to-firm process and pipeline, Harvard Law’s David Wilkins tells host Ralph Baxter that hiring is dominated by lateral moves and recruiting of proven talent. Where young associates were given a long lead time to show their potential, metrics begin year one. And where achieving partnership was once akin to achieving tenure for professors, partners now have to prove their worth at every step. The current culture for partners, Wilkins says, is “What have you done for me lately?”

Wilkins, who asked in his writing in 1996 and then in 2016 why there are so few Black lawyers in law firms, and Baxter, former chairman and CEO of Orrick, talk about the lack of substantial progress yet sincere intentions on the part of law firm leaders to achieve diversity.

But both agree that having good intentions isn’t enough.

Wilkins notes he will continue the conversation with his brother, Freshfields Partner Timothy A. Wilkins, during an Oct. 14 webinar, “Race, Sustainability, and Social Justice” hosted by Harvard Law School’s Center on the Legal Profession.

Prof. David Wilkins is the faculty director of Harvard Law School’s Center on the Legal Profession.

Special thanks to our sponsors, Logikcull and Acumass.

Keeping Employees Safe at Work — ADA Considerations in the Age of COVID

Legal Talk Network — Thu, 15 Oct 2020 19:00:11 +0000

COVID-19 has created numerous complications for employers, leaving many unsure about how to best comply with their legal obligations to employees, especially when ADA considerations are at play. State Bar of Texas podcast host Rocky Dhir welcomes Kelli Fuqua to discuss employment law and the ADA in the context of the pandemic. Kelli offers practical guidance for employers on how to ensure compliance and get creative with employee accommodations.

Kelli Fuqua is an associate attorney at Littler Mendelson in Austin, Texas.

Firms of the future: COVID-19 prompts more law firms to pursue real estate downsizing

Legal Talk Network — Wed, 14 Oct 2020 11:00:16 +0000

In recent years, a growing number of law firms reduced their brick-and-mortar office space as a way to cut costs and also better meet the changing workplace needs of their attorneys. Sherry Cushman says the COVID-19 pandemic has further enhanced the desire of firms to shrink their real estate footprint.

Special thanks to our sponsor Alert Communications.

Ohio’s COVID-19 Liability Shield

Legal Talk Network — Wed, 07 Oct 2020 19:00:13 +0000

Faith Whittaker and Hayley Geiler from Dinsmore and Shohl join us to discuss Ohio’s liability shield for COVID-19 and how they’re planning to give air-cover to businesses and individuals for reopening.

Thank you to our sponsor ClioCloudConference.com.

Age Discrimination in COVID-19

Legal Talk Network — Mon, 28 Sep 2020 19:19:27 +0000

Sean Andrade from Andrade Gonzalez law firm joins us to talk about age discrimination and the legal issues that come from it during this pandemic.

Why are Bankruptcies so low during COVID-19?

Legal Talk Network — Wed, 16 Sep 2020 19:00:44 +0000

Legal Analyst Teadra Pugh of Bloomberg Law tells us why there’s an artificially low number of bankruptcy filings around the country. Stay tuned for her predictions on where we’ll be as we crawl out of COVID-19 shutdowns.

What Lawyers Don’t (But Should!) Know About the Business of Law

Legal Talk Network — Tue, 15 Sep 2020 14:00:29 +0000

What drives your business? Are you making smart investments that increase profits and grow your practice? The reality is, most lawyers aren’t businesspeople, but that doesn’t mean they can’t make their business a success. Jared Correia talks with Scott Brennan about common business struggles lawyers face and the importance of driving legal tech adoption in law firms and taking advantage of alternative legal service providers.

Scott Brennan is CEO at Lexicon, a new practice management software for lawyers.

Special thanks to our sponsors Scorpion, TimeSolv, Abby Connect and Alert Communications.

#293: Futurism & Law Firms, with Tom Cheesewright

Legal Talk Network — Thu, 10 Sep 2020 10:30:17 +0000

Futuristic & author Tom Cheesewright discusses changes in technology that will impact all businesses and what that might look like for legal.

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The Hidden Cost of Licensing

Legal Talk Network — Mon, 24 Aug 2020 19:00:11 +0000

Why does it take so much longer to become a licensed painter than an EMT? Senior Fellow from the CATO Institute Michael Tanner discusses the hidden costs of occupational licenses including jobs lost and higher prices for consumers. Stay tuned to hear his policy recommendations and conclusions about public safety.

Thank you to our sponsor NBI.

Legal Malpractice Risk Control in the Covid Era

Legal Talk Network — Fri, 21 Aug 2020 20:26:57 +0000

New risks surfacing for attorneys as a result of the pandemic are generating an increased need to guard your law firm against malpractice. To help listeners get a handle on these new issues, hosts Tish Vincent and JoAnn Hathaway welcome risk control expert Sean Ginty. Sean outlines the emerging problems in the profession and offers guidance on how to both protect your law firm and take the best care of your clients during the Covid era.

Sean Ginty is the director of risk control at CNA Insurance.

The Justice in Policing Act of 2020: A Discussion with Senator Dick Durbin

Legal Talk Network — Tue, 11 Aug 2020 15:00:43 +0000

U.S. Senator Dick Durbin recently joined the CBA to discuss the Justice in Policing Act of 2020, the first-ever comprehensive federal legislative effort to hold police accountable for misdeeds, change negative aspects of the culture of law enforcement, and build trust between law enforcement and our communities. In this edition, co-hosts Jonathan Amarilio and Chastidy Burns break down a recent discussion with Senator Durbin about the Act, its core goals, and how the Act seeks to achieve meaningful policing reform.

Special thanks to our sponsors, CourtFiling.net.

The Spanish Flu to Covid-19: How this Pandemic is Pushing Courts to Modernize

Legal Talk Network — Wed, 05 Aug 2020 21:34:03 +0000

Even before the global pandemic, Michigan courts were moving more quickly than many others to modernize. Michigan Chief Justice Bridget Mary McCormack talks with host Dan Linna about accelerating the state’s plans to offer online hearings, online dispute resolution, and to continue efforts to establish e-filing statewide.

Not everything is going smoothly, but McCormack notes some judges are almost current on their dockets. And importantly, she believes that many temporary quick fixes will lead to permanent changes that improve access to justice statewide and increase public trust in the judicial branch.

Bridget Mary McCormack was named chief justice of the Michigan Supreme Court in January 2019.

Special thanks to our sponsors, Logikcull and Acumass.

PPP Loans and the CARES Act

Legal Talk Network — Fri, 31 Jul 2020 20:03:32 +0000

*Important Update* The deadline for filing for a Paycheck Protection Program loan, identified in this episode as August 3, 2020, has been extended to August 8, 2020. Learn more at the SBA’s Paycheck Protection Program website.

Businesses hit hard by the pandemic have turned to PPP loans to continue paying employees, and law firms are no exception. Jared Correia discusses the particulars of these loans with Steven Lando, a CPA with many years of experience working with law firms. Steven offers spot-on perspectives to help lawyers make sense of the process, privacy considerations, and forgiveness of PPP loans and discusses what may come from the next round of legislation.

Steven Lando, CPA, is a tax partner at Anchin, Block & Anchin LLP.

Special thanks to our sponsors Scorpion, TimeSolv, Abby Connect and Alert Communications.

Suing Fido: Allergies vs. Emotional Support Animal

Legal Talk Network — Fri, 24 Jul 2020 19:00:44 +0000

Attorney Christopher Warnock discusses his recent case before the Iowa Supreme Court about accommodations in a residential rental situation: a strict no-pet policy vs emotional support animals.

Thank you to our sponsor NBI.

Suing Governor DeSantis

Legal Talk Network — Mon, 20 Jul 2020 19:00:12 +0000

Governor DeSantis is being sued by bar owners trying to save their businesses in a second shutdown due to Florida’s spike in COVID-19 cases. Their lawyer John W. Dill explains what’s going on.

Thank you to our sponsor NBI.

Claims Impact of Michigan No-Fault Law Reformation

Legal Talk Network — Tue, 14 Jul 2020 16:54:45 +0000

Larry Norman, president and executive general adjuster of L.W. Norman & Associates in Michigan discusses recent changes to the Michigan no-fault insurance law and impact on claims.

Special thanks to our sponsor, AM Best Company, Best’s Insurance Professional Resources, including Qualified Member attorneys, adjusters and expert service providers.

Will COVID-19 impact the Criminal Justice System Again?

Legal Talk Network — Wed, 08 Jul 2020 19:00:50 +0000

Judge Kevin Allen calls out a possible second wave of instability related to COVID-19 and highlights his concerns for the criminal justice system if that were to happen.

Thank you to our sponsor NBI.

Tracking Scooters and our 4th Amendment

Legal Talk Network — Wed, 01 Jul 2020 19:00:11 +0000

Hannah Zhao, staff attorney for the Electronic Frontier Foundation discusses their lawsuit against the Los Angeles Department of Transportation for their tracking of electronic scooters and how that might violate our 4th amendment rights.

Thank you to our sponsor NBI.

Debt Forgiveness under the Paycheck Protection Program

Legal Talk Network — Fri, 19 Jun 2020 19:00:30 +0000

Allyson Baker of Venable discusses the Paycheck Protection Program and what business owners (and their lawyers) need to know about its debt forgiveness requirements.

Escape Hatch: Force Majeure during COVID-19

Legal Talk Network — Wed, 17 Jun 2020 19:00:20 +0000

Alston and Bird’s Jason Levine breaks down the use of force majeure contract clauses during COVID-19 and how these “escape hatch” provisions could impact business owners state-to-state by forgiving or suspending certain obligations.

BigLaw firm’s legal tech subsidiary has launched a steady stream of COVID-19 tools

Legal Talk Network — Wed, 17 Jun 2020 11:00:51 +0000

When the novel coronavirus began rapidly spreading across the United States earlier this year, Kimball Dean Parker says he felt a strong desire to help consumers and businesses in need. Utah-based SixFifty set out to do what it does best: develop online tools to assist consumers of all types tackle complex legal challenges without breaking the bank.

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COVID-19’s Impact on the Legal Ecosystem

Legal Talk Network — Wed, 10 Jun 2020 20:07:53 +0000

What’s going on in the legal industry during COVID-19? Host Dan Rodriguez welcomes returning guest Mark Cohen of LegalMosaic to talk about the changes the pandemic has brought to the legal industry. They discuss how the traditionally tech-averse legal community has begun adopting new tools, such as Zoom, and how, for young lawyers and law students, learning business skills beyond the traditional scope of legal practice can be valuable. At the end of the episode, Mark speaks to the current cultural climate by driving home the importance of diversity and how legal professionals can contribute to making the community better through inclusion.

Mark A. Cohen is the CEO of LegalMosaic, a legal business consulting company.

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How COVID-19 is Changing Insurance Claims Handling and Inspections

Legal Talk Network — Tue, 09 Jun 2020 16:40:40 +0000

Tripp Wagner, senior forensic mechanical engineer from expert service provider Jensen Hughes, discusses how COVID-19 has impacted forensic engineering, claims handling and relationships with insurers.

Special thanks to our sponsor, AM Best Company, Best’s Insurance Professional Resources, including Qualified Member attorneys, adjusters and expert service providers.

Suing Governor Pritzker

Legal Talk Network — Mon, 01 Jun 2020 19:00:52 +0000

Illinois attorney Thomas DeVore explains the lawsuits against Governor Pritzker to re-open Illinois businesses.

Price Gouging

Legal Talk Network — Fri, 29 May 2020 19:00:37 +0000

Jason Levine of Alston & Bird discusses price gouging, how it’s treated by different states, federal oversight, and the impact on supply chains.

Re-Opening Business Checklist

Legal Talk Network — Wed, 27 May 2020 19:00:09 +0000

Principal of Elkins Employment Law Cindy Elkins walks us through what business owners should be thinking of in terms of re-opening.

How COVID-19 will Impact the Return to Workplace Environment

Legal Talk Network — Tue, 26 May 2020 23:07:19 +0000

Attorney Tom McCally from the law firm Carr Maloney discusses what employers and insurers must address to avoid potential COVID-19 related claims.

Special thanks to our sponsor, AM Best Company, Best’s Insurance Professional Resources, including Qualified Member attorneys, adjusters and expert service providers.

Why Business Development Is Every Lawyer’s Problem

Legal Talk Network — Tue, 26 May 2020 23:01:37 +0000

Joe speaks with David Ackert, host of The Market Leaders Podcast about the role of business development in the legal profession. Lawyers may not love the hustle, but it’s the basis of a service industry and lawyers at every level have a role to play in building their future opportunities. And it’s not just a challenge for attorneys — firms need to build a culture that maximizes respect for attorney business development too.

Special thanks to our sponsor, Logikcull.

How COVID-19 Is Affecting Insurance Claims in Mexico

Legal Talk Network — Tue, 12 May 2020 16:11:15 +0000

Attorney Francisco Torres from the law firm Santamarina + Steta in Mexico addresses how the Mexican insurance market is impacted by COVID-19.

Special thanks to our sponsor, AM Best Company, Best’s Insurance Professional Resources, including Qualified Member attorneys, adjusters and expert service providers.

President Dennis Barnes — Practicing Law During COVID-19

Legal Talk Network — Mon, 04 May 2020 18:13:07 +0000

How has the State Bar of Michigan been impacted by the public health crisis? JoAnn Hathaway and Tish Vincent discuss the latest Bar updates with current president Dennis Barnes. He offers an overview of the Bar’s work to address challenges presented by the pandemic, including practical solutions for the remote practice of law and efforts to promote the public’s access to justice in these uncertain times.

Dennis Barnes is a member of Barris, Sott, Denn, & Driker, PLLC and president of the State Bar of Michigan.

#274: What to Fix Next, with Mike Michalowicz

Legal Talk Network — Thu, 30 Apr 2020 10:30:14 +0000

Author Mike Michalowicz discusses why so many business owners struggle with naming their biggest challenge and how to set priorities for what to work on next.

If you’d like to learn more about defining your plan as a law firm, check out our resource page on law firm strategy.

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CARES Act Class Actions

Legal Talk Network — Wed, 29 Apr 2020 19:00:44 +0000

Dylan Ruga of the Stalwart Law Group discusses their class action lawsuit against JP Morgan Chase, Wells Fargo, Bank of America, and US Bank relating to their lending practices under the CARES Act’s Paycheck Protection Program. Among the Issues covered:

First-Come, First-Serve requirements
Reshuffling of loan applications
Damages and relief sought
Advice for businesses in the application process

Payroll Tax Relief for Business during COVID-19

Legal Talk Network — Wed, 22 Apr 2020 19:00:36 +0000

Morrison Foerster’s Ann Becchina guides us through new Congressional payroll tax relief for business. Our discussion includes:

Sick Leave Credit
Family Leave Credit
Paycheck Protection Loan Forgiveness
Employee Retention Tax Credit
Payroll Tax Deferral

Assessing the Impact of COVID-19 on Business Interruption Claims

Legal Talk Network — Wed, 22 Apr 2020 14:00:59 +0000

Attorney Charles “CJ ” Haddick, Jr. from the Harrisburg, PA law office of Dickie, McCamey & Chilcote, P.C. addresses business interruption claims breaking out with the COVID-19 pandemic.

Special thanks to our sponsor, AM Best Company, Best’s Insurance Professional Resources, including Qualified Member attorneys, adjusters and expert service providers.

State Of The Industry After A Month Of Coronavirus

Legal Talk Network — Tue, 21 Apr 2020 17:58:17 +0000

The Above the Law staff continues to track daily changes to the legal industry landscape from law firm layoffs to law school grading changes. Now that we’re roughly a month into the lockdown era, Joe and Kathryn discuss the state of play. The merits of law firm layoffs, furloughs, and salary cuts, law school grading changes, and whether there’s a future for the bar exam.

Special thanks to our sponsor, Logikcull.

Inside the Roundup Verdict of Hardeman v. Monsanto

Legal Talk Network — Mon, 20 Apr 2020 16:54:26 +0000

A jury awarded an $80 million verdict to Edwin Hardeman, ruling he developed non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, stemming from his use of Roundup on his property, however, a federal judge slashed the damages award to $25.27 million. Ringler Radio host Larry Cohen and co-host Cindy Chanley talk with attorney Jennifer A. Moore, founder of Moore Law Group, PLLC, about the verdict, the damages reduction and the potential mediation of future cases involving Roundup.

Visit Ringler to contact a consultant in your area about structured settlements.

CARES Act – Paycheck Protection Program & Economic Injury Disaster Loans

Legal Talk Network — Wed, 15 Apr 2020 19:00:42 +0000

Michael J. Grace of Lewis Brisbois returns to discuss the CARES Act provisions for the Paycheck Protection Program and Economic Injury Disaster Loans for businesses affected by COVID-19 shutdowns.

Protecting Privacy and Other Concerns of the Remote Workforce

Legal Talk Network — Wed, 15 Apr 2020 14:00:34 +0000

COVID-19 has forced the profession to go remote, and the way lawyers do business may never be the same. While some of these changes may eventually be positive for the legal profession, there are currently many firms struggling to meet the needs of their remote staff and maintain client relationships. To address these challenges, Christopher Anderson welcomes Kimball Parker to share solutions for privacy, technology, and support while your firm works from home.

Kimball Parker is the CEO of SixFifty at Wilson Sonsini and director of LawX at Brigham Young University’s J. Reuben Clark Law School.

Special thanks to our sponsors, Nexa, Solo Practice University, Scorpion, and Lawclerk.

COVID19 Moratorium on Evictions

Legal Talk Network — Mon, 13 Apr 2020 19:00:55 +0000

Real Estate Attorney Ashley Peterson explains California Governor Newsom’s recent moratorium on evictions, what that means for tenants and landlords, and how that plays into city and local governance.

Understanding the CCPA with James Snyder and Timothy Blood

Legal Talk Network — Wed, 04 Mar 2020 23:45:16 +0000

On January 1, 2020, the California Consumer Privacy Act of 2018, informally known as the CCPA, went into effect. Considered one of the most significant pieces of privacy legislation in the United States, many questions exist as to how this law will affect businesses and consumers within California and beyond. Law Technology Now host Dan Rodriguez speaks with attorneys James Snyder and Timothy Blood about this impactful new legislative act. Together they examine the CCPAs origins, its reach beyond the boundaries of California, what it and Europe’s GDPR mean for technology companies, and what penalties can arise from violations.

James Snyder is senior counsel with Klinedinst PC.

Timothy Blood is the managing partner at Blood Hurst & O’Reardon LLP.

Special thanks to our sponsors, Headnote and Logikcull.

Steven Brill: Entrepreneur, Attorney, and Best-Selling Author

Legal Talk Network — Wed, 05 Feb 2020 23:48:06 +0000

Over his career, Steven Brill has had a major impact on both the practice of law and the public’s perception of law. His monthly magazine The American Lawyer changed the ways lawyers and law firms approach the business of practicing law through its journalism and features like the Am Law 100. Through Court TV, the cable TV network he founded in the 90’s, Brill helped to provide greater transparency and insight into legal proceedings for the general public. Law Technology Now host Ralph Baxter sits down with Steven Brill to discuss his career, the motivations that brought him to the companies he’s started, and his take on future developments in the law.

Steven Brill is the founder of The American Lawyer and Court TV, an attorney, an author, and a journalist.

Special thanks to our sponsors, Headnote and Logikcull.

Lawyer, Marine, & Senator: Career Highlights with US Senator Dan Sullivan

Legal Talk Network — Thu, 09 Jan 2020 23:31:20 +0000

In this edition of the ABA Law Student Podcast, new co-host Meg Steenburgh welcomes US Senator Dan Sullivan for an in-depth discussion of his career. He shares highlights from his time in law school, his legal practice, and his service as a US Marine, and discusses the impacts his legal and military backgrounds have had on his experience in the Senate. Senator Sullivan also offers law students valuable insights on the many ways they can use their degrees after law school.

Dan Sullivan is the United States Senator for the state of Alaska.

Change Waves in Small Law: Surf or Drown? – Part 1

Legal Talk Network — Thu, 14 Nov 2019 20:30:35 +0000

A tidal wave of supply is outstripping demand in the business of law, and some firms are struggling to handle the imbalances in the marketplace. Are too many people entering the profession? Is the law firm business model in need of an overhaul? Un-Billable Hour host Christopher Anderson welcomes Greg Garman to examine broad trends in legal business and discuss challenges the profession faces as it moves into the future.

Be sure to tune in for part two of Christopher and Greg’s conversation, airing later this month!

Greg Garman is the CEO of LAWCLERK and a partner at Garman Turner Gordon.

Special thanks to our sponsors, Nexa, Solo Practice University, Scorpion, and Lawclerk.

Clio Cloud 2019: Personal Branding in a Changing World

Legal Talk Network — Tue, 29 Oct 2019 18:50:38 +0000

At the 2019 Clio Cloud Conference, On The Road host Gyi Tsakalakis talks to Katy Goshtasbi about her presentation titled, “Personal Branding in a Changing World.” Katy’s approach to personal branding focuses on using an individual’s unique talents as the foundation for their business. She encourages lawyers to consider their business strategies through the lens of personally defined vision, rather than being driven by external expectations.

Katy Goshtasbi is a change and branding expert, founder of Puris Consulting, and a former securities/compliance lawyer.

Special thanks to Clio for sponsoring this episode.

CLA 2019 Annual Meeting: Business Law Section

Legal Talk Network — Mon, 14 Oct 2019 16:35:13 +0000

International trade practices continue to evolve as technology makes transactions faster and more secure. How do these changes affect the law? At the California Lawyers Association’s 2019 Annual Meeting, On The Road host Monique Jewett-Brewster talks with Walter Oetzell about how cutting edge international trade practices call for increasingly regular evaluation of dated statutes and legal processes. Later in the interview, Monique turns to incoming chair of the CLA Business Law Section, Corey Weber, for a discussion of his goals for increasing the section’s involvement in the community in the coming year.

Walter K. Oetzell is a partner with Danning, Gill, Diamond & Kollitz LLP.

Corey Weber is a Partner at Brutzkus Gubner Rozansky Seror Weber LLP.

Pay Attention: CPA serves up financial tips for lawyers

Legal Talk Network — Mon, 30 Sep 2019 11:00:58 +0000

Gary M. DuBoff says he’s very big on paying quarterly tax estimates on time. For many years, he kept a spreadsheet of everything that he spent money on, including coffee. After a year, he says, you may discover that you spend $1,200 on coffee. When it comes to retirement savings, DuBoff, a certified public accountant and a principal at Morrison, Brown, Argiz & Farra in its New York City office, says if you have an employer, be sure to know about all the benefits offered and take advantage of them. In this episode of Asked and Answered, Stephanie Francis Ward talks to DuBoff about how to live within your means, how to figure out your set costs, and how to budget with what’s left over.

Special thanks to our sponsor, LawPay.

Taking Ownership of Your Legal Career

Legal Talk Network — Wed, 07 Aug 2019 01:12:31 +0000

Many lawyers believe simply doing good work gives them complete job security, but in the end, much of your career may be in the hands of others.

Kimberly Rice joins Jared Correia to share tactics lawyers can use to take command of their professional lives. Kimberly explains the basics of business for lawyers and gives concrete steps for developing a business owner mentality. Later, Kim reveals her “secret sauce” for marketing that helps lawyers create a prosperous personal brand in the business world.

Kimberly Rice is the president and chief strategist at KLA Marketing Associates.

Special thanks to our sponsors Scorpion, Nexa, and TimeSolv.

The Benefits of the Professional Administration and Structured Settlement Combination

Legal Talk Network — Thu, 01 Aug 2019 16:30:55 +0000

When designing a structured settlement for an injured person, we spend a lot of time pre-determining how much money should be set aside for medical costs. On Ringler Radio, host Larry Cohen and Ringler colleague, “Jack” McGintee are joined by Johnny Meyer, Director of Strategic Partnerships for Ametros, to discuss the benefits of combining a structured settlement with professional administration and managing the injured party’s medical settlement funds or Medicare Set Aside (MSA) post-settlement.

Visit Ringler to contact a consultant in your area about structured settlements.

Florida Bar Annual Convention 2019: Elder Law and Estate Planning Updates

Legal Talk Network — Thu, 27 Jun 2019 23:23:40 +0000

Doing estate planning early and often helps families avoid uncomfortable issues later in life. Florida Bar Annual Convention co-presenters Peggy Hoyt and Alex Douglas join host Geoff Probst in a discussion of the latest elder law and estate planning updates. They survey case law and practice tips in many areas including qualified beneficiaries, homestead issues, guardianship, irrevocable trust, and even estate planning for pets. They encourage listeners to find their entire presentation in the solo/small firm section of the Florida Bar site after the convention ends.

Peggy Hoyt is a founding partner of Hoyt & Bryan where she practices in the areas of family wealth and legacy counselling, including elder law.

Alex Douglas handles a wide variety of probate and trust litigation, fiduciary litigation, and contested guardianship cases with Shuffield, Lowman & Wilson.

Florida Bar Annual Convention 2019: Developments in Business Law with Paige Greenlee

Legal Talk Network — Thu, 27 Jun 2019 17:29:34 +0000

Keep current on the latest developments in business case law with this overview from CLE presenter Paige Greenlee at the 2019 Florida Bar Annual Convention. Paige and host Laurence Colletti discuss the Florida case law updates from June 2018 to May 2019. They quickly review each case and its outcome and highlight some of the more colorful situations that led to litigation. From a cruise ship diamond purchase gone wrong to a dispute over a real estate deal at a tailgate party that may have never happened–tune in for this CLE overview!

Paige A. Greenlee founded Greenlee Law PLLC in 2014, after spending twelve years in private practice at both large and mid-sized firms in Tampa.

Law and Sports: A Conversation with Jerry Reinsdorf

Legal Talk Network — Wed, 19 Jun 2019 17:34:30 +0000

When it comes to sports, the legal landscape is constantly evolving, and this episode’s guest knows that better than anyone. Jerry Reinsdorf, owner of the Chicago Bulls and the Chicago White Sox, has been a franchise owner for over 25 years and has seen his sports teams through a number of critical changes. The Northwestern Law alum joins host Jim Speta to talk about going from law student to franchise owner, the impact of the law and technology on the future of sports, cheering on Jackie Robinson, and why he and his teams prioritize giving back.

Managing the Difficult Claim

Legal Talk Network — Thu, 23 May 2019 12:00:51 +0000

Attorney Jeff Vernis from the law firm Vernis & Bowling in Florida discusses reasons that claims that become unmanageable and what Claims Professionals can do to gain control.

Special thanks to our sponsor, AM Best Company, Best’s Recommended Insurance Attorneys & Adjusters, including Expert Service Providers.

The Crème Brûlée Latte Shop

Legal Talk Network — Mon, 13 May 2019 22:07:56 +0000

Be warned- the Crème Brûlée Latte Shop is preparing to steal your clients. Un-Billable Hour host Christopher Anderson is joined by Deborah Farone to discuss how smaller law firms and legal process outsourcing providers are well positioned to eat the lunch of larger, less nimble firms. They also cover a wide range of subjects including key changes in the industry facing small and midsize practices, the shocking lack of strategy in a large number of firms, and when it’s appropriate to bring on a Chief Marketing Officer.

Deborah Farone is the owner of Farone Advisors LLC.

Special thanks to our sponsors, Answer1, Solo Practice University, Scorpion, and Lawclerk.

#223: Legal Tech Debrief: Avvo, with Mark Britton

Legal Talk Network — Wed, 08 May 2019 10:30:40 +0000

In this episode with Mark Britton, we talk about how he started Avvo, his vision for the company, and how it changed over the years. Mark also shares his thoughts on rating lawyers and how he would advise the next startup hoping to rate lawyers.

Workplace Discrimination — From Investigation to Litigation

Legal Talk Network — Tue, 09 Apr 2019 16:51:10 +0000

In this episode of the State Bar of Texas Podcast, host Rocky Dhir talks to Suzanne Anderson about her career as a trial attorney with the United States Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). They discuss how the office investigates claims and the processes that lead to litigation. Suzanne gives examples of cases the EEOC has dealt with and gives her perspective on the current state of discrimination in the workplace.

Suzanne Anderson is a supervisory trial attorney with the United States Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, Dallas District Office.

Special thanks to our sponsor, LawPay.

Legalweek 2019: The Life Of The Director Of Legal Project Management

Legal Talk Network — Thu, 28 Feb 2019 17:36:24 +0000

In this episode of Law Technology Now from Legalweek 2019, host Dan Linna speaks to Casey Flaherty about what it means to be the director of legal project management and if the community has been successful. They discuss relationships inside a law firm and whether attorneys should be coached and mentored to improve the community. They also talk about if project management helps solve proper allocation in work and diversity with law firms.

Casey Flaherty is the director of legal project management at Baker McKenzie.

Special thanks to our sponsor, Thomson Reuters.

The Virtual Law Firm

Legal Talk Network — Thu, 27 Dec 2018 16:54:39 +0000

What is killing productivity in your law firm? Could a shift to a virtual practice make both work and life better? In this episode of The Un-Billable Hour, Christopher Anderson talks to Bryan Miles, CEO of Belay Solutions, about his book “Virtual Culture, The Way We Work Doesn’t Work Anymore, a Manifesto.” They discuss the challenges of the traditional workplace and outline how Belay Solutions has grown up as an exclusively virtual company. They give advice on how to develop virtual culture in a firm and discuss how virtual assistants can help lawyers focus on what really matters.

Bryan Miles is CEO of Belay Solutions and author of “Virtual Culture, The Way We Work Doesn’t Work Anymore, a Manifesto.”

Special thanks to our sponsors, Answer1, Solo Practice University, Scorpion, and Lawclerk.

Defending Construction Claims Under the New York Labor Law Statutes

Legal Talk Network — Thu, 27 Dec 2018 12:00:57 +0000

Peter Read and Jay Rava, Shareholders and Co-Chairs, New York Construction and Labor Law Practice Group at Marshall Dennehey Warner Coleman and Goggin discuss litigating and defending New York construction claims and the most relevant statutes at play with these cases.

Special thanks to our sponsor, AM Best Company, Best’s Recommended Insurance Attorneys & Adjusters, including Expert Service Providers.

Thanksgiving Break

Legal Talk Network — Tue, 27 Nov 2018 19:24:04 +0000

As everyone departed for the holiday, Joe was left solo to make a few announcements about upcoming opportunities to see the Above the Law team, including an invite to our upcoming holiday party for all the loyal readers and listeners.

Rand Fishkin’s Guide to Business for Lawyers

Legal Talk Network — Thu, 15 Nov 2018 20:23:46 +0000

Success in business is usually hard-won over many years, but we often don’t hear much about the failures and missteps on the way. In this episode of Lunch Hour Legal Marketing, hosts Gyi Tsakalakis and Kelly Street talk to Rand Fishkin about his new book, “Lost and Founder: A Painfully Honest Field Guide to the Startup World.” Gyi and Kelly get tips from Rand about how lawyers can use the tactics from his book as they build their businesses. Rand gives practical advice about reputation building, client research, resource development, current SEO trends, and much more.

Rand Fishkin is one of the world’s leading experts on SEO. He is the founder of SparkToro and was previously cofounder of Moz and inbound.org.

#193: Bringing the Four Seasons Experience to Law Practice, with John Strohmeyer

Legal Talk Network — Wed, 10 Oct 2018 10:30:35 +0000

In this episode, we talk with John Strohmeyer about his time working at The Four Seasons Hotel, and how he is using his experience working there to shape the culture and model of his law firm.

Representing Vulnerable Investors

Legal Talk Network — Tue, 21 Aug 2018 17:48:01 +0000

Elderly investors or those with a mental or physical disability may be unable to make sound financial decisions on their own and are more vulnerable to exploitation. In this episode of Thomson Reuters: Down the Hall with Practical Law, host Haile Arrindell talks to Kelly Brennan about the new laws and regulations that empower financial institutions to act when they suspect financial exploitation of elderly or otherwise impaired investors. They discuss what this new legal framework looks like and what they require from financial professionals. They also share how financial professionals can recognize which investors have a diminished capacity to make important monetary decisions.

Kelly Brennan is an experienced JD offering 17 years of experience in investigations, regulation, regulatory relations, risk management, and compliance in the financial services industry.

Webinar: Senior and Vulnerable Investors: What You Need to Know about the Law and Diminished Capacity

ABA Annual Meeting 2018: ABA Section of Litigation

Legal Talk Network — Tue, 07 Aug 2018 18:40:26 +0000

With a membership of 47,000 litigators, associates, and law students, the ABA Section of Litigation has a diverse range of opportunities for its members. In this report from On The Road at ABA Annual Meeting 2018, host Laurence Colletti talks to Koji Fukumura and Barb Dawson about the ABA Section of Litigation and the benefits it provides to its members. They discuss the value of their content, from their publications to their podcast, and current and future programs that address issues from helping children at the border to mentoring law students.

Koji Fukumura is chair of Cooley’s securities litigation practice and serves on the firm’s management committee.

Barb Dawson serves on Snell & Wilmer’s elected Executive Committee and co-chairs the firm’s Commercial Litigation Practice Group and its International Practice Group.

2018 Annual Florida Bar Convention: President Michael Higer

Legal Talk Network — Fri, 15 Jun 2018 21:22:20 +0000

As his two years as president comes to an end, there’s a lot for Michael Higer to reflect on. In this episode of The Florida Bar Podcast from the 2018 Annual Florida Bar Convention, host and president-elect John Stewart talks to Florida Bar President Michael Higer about his position. They discuss his initiatives, including his focus on lawyer health and wellness, and the challenges he overcame dealing with the aftermath of Hurricane Irma.

Michael Higer is a partner of Berger Singerman’s Dispute Resolution Team and the immediate past president of The Florida Bar.

Diary of a Part-Time Special Education Lawyer

Legal Talk Network — Fri, 08 Jun 2018 02:34:15 +0000

Being a lawyer can sometimes seem like an all-consuming profession, but for lawyers with external responsibilities, part-time practice is a good option. In this episode of the ABA Law Student Podcast, host Caitlin Peterson talks to Melissa Waugh about her experience as a mother to hyphenated kids and a part-time lawyer specializing in special education law. She discusses how being a mother helps her connect with her clients and and the advantages of specializing in a niche area of the law. She also shares a plethora of resources for young lawyers who are interested in special education law including books, courses, and the requirements they would need to meet.

Melissa Waugh specializes in the legal needs of children with disabilities, with a focus on special education law.

ABA Section of Antitrust Law: Data, Data and More Data: What’s Going on in the US and EU in Data Protection Law

Legal Talk Network — Tue, 05 Jun 2018 22:15:23 +0000

From Facebook to Equifax, data privacy is a topic that is heavy on the minds of many as breaches occupy headlines more and more. In this interview from the ABA Section of Antitrust Law Spring Meeting 2018, host Alex Brown talks to Kevin O’Connor and Phyllis Marcus about data protection laws in the US and EU and how current events have affected regulation. Specifically, they discuss the General Data Protection Regulation that will drastically change data regulation in the EU and what US state and federal governments are doing to protect the privacy of children, including the Children Online Privacy Protection Act.

Kevin O’Connor is chair of the Antitrust and Trade Regulation Practice Group at Godfrey & Kahn and has offices in both Madison and Milwaukee. He has more than twenty years of experience in antitrust, trade regulation, and consumer litigation and counseling.

Phyllis Marcus is a partner in the firm’s Competition and Consumer Protection group at Hunton & Williams, where her practice focuses on advertising, marketing and consumer protection issues. She also counsels clients on compliance with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) Rule and managing related enforcement actions.

Outgoing Adobe GC witnessed changes that digitization, globalization wrought

Legal Talk Network — Wed, 04 Apr 2018 13:00:37 +0000

Mike Dillon has seen a lot change over his career as general counsel to some of the nation’s largest technology companies. Working for Silver Spring Networks, Sun Microsystems and, most recently, Adobe Systems, he witnessed firsthand how digitization and globalization affected the operation and practice of a general counsel’s office. In this episode of the Legal Rebels podcast, he speaks with the ABA Journal’s Jason Taschea about his work.

Special thanks to our sponsor, Answer1.

Uncovering the secret history of how corporations gained their civil rights

Legal Talk Network — Wed, 21 Mar 2018 13:00:03 +0000

When we think of civil rights movements, the first to spring to mind might be the battles against African-American segregation or for women’s suffrage. But one of the longest, most successful–and least-known–of these movements in America has been made on behalf of corporations. In this episode of the Modern Law Library, Prof. Adam Winkler, author of We the Corporations: How American Businesses Won Their Civil Rights, shares what he learned from his investigation into how corporations have achieved constitutional protections ranging from the right to sue and be sued, to individual rights like religious liberty protections and freedom of speech.