Best Structured Settlements Podcasts (2025)

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Protecting Benefits and Managing Money: The Role of Settlement Trusts 29:25

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Managing money and protecting benefits on a daily basis can be a challenge for many settlement recipients. In this episode, we take a closer look at how a settlement trust can provide a simple, comprehensive solution. Our guest, Christi Fried—President and Owner of Continental Trust and one of Ringler’s trusted partners—shares her expertise on wher…

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A Murdered Cop and a Mishandled Mugshot – JJ Velazquez’s Wrongful Conviction 49:41

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In 1998, a retired NYPD officer was shot and killed inside an illegal gambling parlor. Angry cops wanted speedy justice for one of their own, and an overzealous, incautious investigation ensued. A witness to the shooting with a criminal past was put under intense pressure to deliver a suspect. After hours of questioning and over 1800 mugshots, he p…

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The Winding Road that Leads To Your Future 42:09

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This is a fun one. As we know, Litigation Radio said goodbye to longtime host Dave Scriven-Young this summer. But what do we know about our new hosts, Michal “Mic” Rogson and James “Jim” Reeder? Believe it or not, they didn’t know each other well before agreeing to cohost the show. That’s a surprise. But they knew “of” each other professionally and…

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EP07: The Two Things That Can Blow Up Your Case 22:51

3h ago22:51

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The Case Doctors explore questions from viewers about how best to select an expert witness for a case and ponder whether lawyers really need law school. Plus, John recalls how one client’s baton death march in court played with the jury. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Legal Talk Network

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Good Governance – Continuity, Culture, and Change 49:23

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Strong governance keeps a bar association thriving through generations of leadership. In this episode, host Amanda Arriaga sits down with leaders from the Allegheny County Bar Association to explore how their thoughtful leadership, strategic planning, and commitment to mission and values has brought lasting success. Executive Director Dave Blaner, …

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Easy, Efficient Billing for Your Law Firm | ClioCon 2025 17:06

1d ago17:06

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The best payment experiences are transparent and simple, but far too many law firms struggle with awkward payment barriers for their clients. Stephanie Everett welcomes A.J. Axelrod of Clio to discuss modern and secure billing practices for law firms. They consider common errors and archaic methods that may lead to profit losses, share insights fro…

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The Salem Witch Trials | An In Dispute Halloween Special 37:16

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This Halloween, Lawyer 2 Lawyer is stepping back into the courtroom of 1692 with a special episode of In Dispute, Craig’s miniseries on landmark trials throughout history. In this haunting installment, Craig revisits the Salem witch trials, where hysteria ruled and justice vanished in the shadows. ----- In 1692, claims of satanic rituals, ghosts, a…

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Fresh Voices on Legal Tech with Michael Kraft 42:46

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When teaching technology, empathy and patience are key to helping the learner engage and understand tech’s necessary role in legal practice. Dennis and Tom talk with Michael Kraft about his many years in IT service to legal professionals. They discuss practical methods for encouraging tech competence, favorite tools for collaboration, recent legal …

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Marketing Metrics That Matter for Law Firms | ClioCon 2025 17:02

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The reality is, if you don’t understand your metrics, you aren’t getting the most out of your marketing tactics. Gyi Tsakalakis welcomes fellow marketing pro, Margarita Eberline, to discuss her talk on how to leverage metrics to improve your law firm’s advertising strategies. Margarita explains how to effectively measure and engage with metrics to …

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Combatting Nuclear Verdicts in Plaintiff-Friendly Jurisdictions 29:00

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Attorneys John “Jack” Delany, Gary Samms and John Hare, from Qualified Member law firm Marshall Dennehey discuss the best approaches for attorneys to prevent nuclear verdicts in the courtroom.By Best's Recommended Insurance Attorneys & Adjusters

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Combatting Nuclear Verdicts in Plaintiff-Friendly Jurisdictions 29:00

5d ago29:00

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Attorneys John “Jack” Delany, Gary Samms and John Hare, from Qualified Member law firm Marshall Dennehey discuss the best approaches for attorneys to prevent nuclear verdicts in the courtroom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Legal Talk Network

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Beyond Politics: Standing for the Rule of Law, with Bill Bay 36:50

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In episode 586 of Lawyerist Podcast, learn how lawyers can help safeguard democracy by defending the rule of law and protecting judicial independence. In this episode, Stephanie Everett talks with Bill Bay, Immediate Past President of the American Bar Association, about why these issues transcend politics and define the integrity of the legal profe…

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Dispatches From The Collapse Of The Rule Of Law 38:27

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And a Biglaw firm seeks help while an in-house attorney blows up her career. ----- Catching up with the slice of the conservative legal movement who have stared into the moral abyss of the Trump administration and recoiled in horror. The Society for the Rule of Law held its annual summit and while many attendees voiced clear-eyed opposition, some c…

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EP 622- 40 Years of Law with Don Schlapprizzi 30:49

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One of the most highly respected attorneys in Missouri, Don Schlapprizzi shares personal experiences and lessons learned through more than 350 cases. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Legal Talk Network

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AI Is Shaking Up the Legal Field (But Humans Are Still Vital) 33:48

8d ago33:48

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AI helps us do a lot, and a lot faster. But there are still tasks that need the human touch. Guest Jens Erik Gould is the founder and CEO of the Amalga Group, a specialized staffing outsourcing service that helps tech and legal businesses (among others) find and employ cost-saving staffing services outside the United States but located close to the…

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Compassionate Services for Struggling Veterans - Rebroadcast 33:30

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This rebroadcast of the November 26, 2024 episode of Talk Justice features a panel discussion about wraparound services for veterans who are struggling with substance use disorders, mental and behavioral health challenges, brain injuries and cognitive impairment, or who have been charged with nonviolent offenses. The guests share about a rehabilita…

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Clio Legal Trends Report | ClioCon 2025 25:55

8d ago25:55

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The 2025 Legal Trends Report is here—fresh with the latest insights into genAI, billing strategies, marketing tactics, client experience, and so much more. Adriana Linares and Ernie “The Attorney” Svenson sit down with Joshua Lenon, Lawyer in Residence at Clio, to gain a deeper perspective on the major findings in this year’s report. They discuss s…

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Ep 144 Subject-To That Cashflows: Contract-for-Deed Playbook | William Tingle 47:14

11d ago47:14

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In this episode of the Real Estate Notes Show, hosts Dave Putz (JKP Holdings) and Nathan Turner (Earnest Investing) sit down with veteran investor William Tingle (26+ years in the trenches) to bridge the gap between seller finance and note buying. From vocabulary clashes to court-tested strategies, William breaks down why he buys Subject-To, sells …

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Traffic Stops, Terry Stops, Policing, the Fourth Amendment, and Your Rights 39:27

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In a landmark ruling back in 1968, the Supreme Court ruled in Terry v. Ohio, that it is constitutional for police to "stop and frisk" a person they reasonably suspect to be armed and involved in a crime. Over the years this ruling has been criticized, with many saying that this decision leads to an abuse of power by police and racial profiling. On …

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Clio’s Latest Product Rollouts with Michelle Dunlea | ClioCon 2025 19:03

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Listen in for insider tips on Clio’s newest products for law firms everywhere. Kim Bennett chats with Michelle Dunlea about new Clio offerings for intelligent legal workflows with integrated AI through Clio Work, Clio Library, and much more. Michelle shares insights into practical use cases for these new tools to increase productivity and profitabi…

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How Solid Workflows Can Save Your Solo Practice from Chaos | First Flight #9 42:55

13d ago42:55

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Starting your solo firm means building good habits from day one and that begins with your intake process. In this episode of New Solo: First Flight, host Adriana Linares revisits her conversation with Chad Burton, co-founder of Modern Law Practice and CEO of CuroLegal, about how thoughtful workflows create better client relationships and fewer head…

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First Aid for the Mind: Mental Health in Law, with Soumya Palreddy & Jill Kluesner 30:46

13d ago30:46

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In episode 585 of Lawyerist Podcast, Soumya Palreddy and Jill Kluesner explain how Mental Health First Aid equips lawyers to recognize signs of burnout, stress, and crisis—before they escalate. Learn practical tools for building healthier teams, reducing stigma, and improving communication in high-pressure firms. Discover why legal leaders are embr…

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Justice for All: A City’s Fight for Inclusion, Respect, and Fairness for Everyone 37:46

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How do professionals in the legal community help protect and enhance the civil rights we all deserve? Guest Capri Maddox is the executive director of the Los Angeles Civil + Human Rights and Equity Department, working to ensure Los Angeles is a city of belonging, justice, and a welcoming space for all. She’s an attorney, but she also worked as a pa…

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No, Your Honor, I Didn't Call You That, I Was Talking About, Um, Bundt Cake 35:35

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Also frivolous lawsuits and the insidiousness of dishonest analysis. ----- Appeals court decides that some things are best left unsaid. And among those things are calling your judge the c-word. Just so we're clear, even though this was over Zoom, we're not talking about "cat." After trying to bully Michigan Law Review through litigation, the anti-D…

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EP 920- Protecting Your Bar License: A Cautionary Tale 45:57

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One shortcut could had serious repercussions for multiple attorneys. This real-life case is a reminder of our ethical responsibilities and the consequences you can face once your name is on that motion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Legal Talk Network

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Get the Scoop! The ABA LEL Section Annual Conference, Nov. 12-15 22:14

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The 2025 ABA Labor and Employment Section annual conference is scheduled for Nov. 12-15 in Denver. In this episode, get a preview of the conference from planning committee co-chair Jeremy Glenn, host committee co-chair Anne Shaver, and Section chair Jason Marsili. This is the 19th annual signature conference for the Section. It’s a great chance for…

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How to Stay Human in the Age of AI-Driven Law Firm Marketing, with Conroy Creative 43:57

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In episode 584 of Lawyerist Podcast, Zack Glaser sits down with longtime legal marketing expert Karin Conroy of Conroy Creative Counsel to talk about the evolution of law firm marketing in the age of artificial intelligence. Karin explains why lawyers shouldn’t fear AI, but should learn to use it strategically. From the “Iron Man vs. Terminator” an…

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The Collapse of a Conviction: How an LAPD Cop and Two Journalists Unraveled the Case Against Bruce Lisker 1:00:00

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At just 17 years old, Bruce Lisker was branded a murderer after being accused and convicted of the violent killing of his mother. He would go on to spend the next 26 years of his life in prison, until a federal judge finally overturned his conviction in 2009. Bruce’s exoneration might never have happened without the investigative efforts of LA Time…

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Building Credibility and Favor With the Judge, as Told by a Judge 44:29

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As the saying goes, a good lawyer knows the law, a great lawyer knows the judge. Building credibility with the court in any case is vital. Veteran attorney and longtime judge Mark Drummond explains why and how you earn trust. Trust and credibility are built brick by brick. It takes a lifetime to build your reputation, but breach that trust once, an…

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Workers’ Comp, Politics, and the Economy: A Concerning Mix 33:36

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It’s not you, the Workers’ Compensation system has changed over time, and not always for the best. Guest Christopher Godfrey, with a long career in Workers’ Comp, including his current role as research director at the Workers' Injury Law & Advocacy Group (WILAG) and a lengthy stint running the office of Compensation Programs at the U.S. Department…

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Preparing for the Legal AI Era with Ed Walters | ClioCon 2025 18:05

15d ago18:05

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AI in legal should allow lawyers to do better work for clients and create more accessible legal services, but it can be difficult for attorneys to wrap their heads around how and why this technology can change things for the better in their law firms. At ClioCon 2025, Gyi Tsakalakis sat down with Ed Walters to discuss strategies for embracing AI th…

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Discussion with Juan Thomas, Past President of the National Bar Association and President Elect of NCBP 21:54

16d ago21:54

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This bonus episode of Leading the Bar features a special installment from the Council of Firsts series, which spotlights trailblazing leaders who were the “first” to break barriers in their bar associations. In this episode of the Council of Firsts, Amanda Arriaga, first Latina president of the Austin Bar, talks to Juan Thomas, past president of th…

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Fresh Voices on Legal Tech with April Dawson 50:55

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AI is disrupting every facet of the law, and understanding how to engage with AI technologies is essential for all attorneys and law students. Dennis and Tom talk with April Dawson about her experience researching and teaching about ethical, effective AI uses in the legal world while preserving vital learning skills for law students. They discuss A…

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Maintaining Confidentiality In Settlement Negotiations and Mediations 6:34

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In this episode, we’ll guide you on how to protect confidentiality during settlement talks and mediations. Remember, an accident injury can have a significant impact on your daily life. Contact our lawyers at Benson and Bingham today and find out how we can support you through this painful and challenging time in your life. To get started with your…

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From Survival to Strategy: Scaling Your Law Firm Finances, with Bernadette Harris 36:58

20d ago36:58

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In episode 583 of the Lawyerist Podcast, Zack Glaser talks with Bernadette Harris, business strategist and finance coach at Lawyerist, about how to move beyond “survival mode” and into strategic, scalable growth. Bernadette breaks down the financial metrics that define a mature, transferable law firm, what she calls the difference between working i…

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On Campus Hiring Is Broken, And This Isn't Helping 38:08

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Just in time for the AI slop to take over. ----- Some law firms are handing out recruiting entertainment budgets to law students. While we don't fault law students some sweet walking around money, placing that power in the hands of students highlights the breakdown in the law school recruiting process and a real risk of baking more bias into hiring…

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From Incident to Analysis: The Science of Human Factors Investigations 15:46

21d ago15:46

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An Nguyen from Expert Service Provider S-E-A discusses how Human Factors Analysis is typically conducted and how it is used in forensic investigations.By Best's Recommended Insurance Attorneys & Adjusters

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Users keepers: Pirates, zombies and adverse possession | Rebroadcast 33:00

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As Halloween swiftly approaches, we’ve conjured up a classic from the Modern Law Library crypt. What do zombies and pirates have to do with the law? Grab your candy and find out as host Lee Rawles is joined by Paul Golden, author of Litigating Adverse Possession Cases: Pirates v. Zombies. —---- “Trespassing plus time equals adverse possession,” Pau…

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From Incident to Analysis: The Science of Human Factors Investigations 15:46

21d ago15:46

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An Nguyen from Expert Service Provider S-E-A discusses how Human Factors Analysis is typically conducted and how it is used in forensic investigations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Legal Talk Network

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EP 620- Old School Cool with Dan Ryan Part Two 24:33

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In our continuing conversation, John, Tim and Dan Ryan share more great trial stories. You can’t make this stuff up, but you can laugh and learn from it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Legal Talk Network

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Rebuilding Lives After Disaster 40:45

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Leaders of nonprofit law firms discuss their disaster response work for major storms and floods in Texas, North Carolina and Louisiana on Talk Justice. The conversation was recorded at a briefing for the U.S. House of Representatives, where these local leaders educated Congressional staff on the importance of providing legal services in the afterma…

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Community Table: Origination Fees for New Hires, “It Gets Weird” 29:06

22d ago29:06

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In this episode’s discussions around the Community Table: How do you implement origination percentages when a new attorney joins the firm. What’s important is clarity, making sure everyone knows who originated the case (and how, including prior websites, phone numbers, and relationships) and how those payments will be calculated. What if your new h…

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Key Metrics Every Law Firm Should Track – Legal Up Virtual Conference 2025 by InfoTrack 20:46

23d ago20:46

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What gets measured gets improved. In this On the Road episode, Bryan Billig, VP of Customer Education at Assembly Software, breaks down the most important data points law firms should be tracking—and the ones they shouldn’t stress over. From intake sources and case inventory to staff productivity and marketing ROI, Bryan explains how to turn firm d…

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Trump’s Tariffs: SCOTUS, and the Impact on International Trade Law & the American People 47:51

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At the start of his 2nd term, President Trump imposed a series of tariffs affecting nearly all goods imported into the country, causing controversy. These tariffs on goods from countries all over the world, include steel, aluminum, cars, auto parts, furniture, pharmaceuticals and more. Since Trump’s announcement, there have been many legal challeng…

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Beyond CLE, Training for Life and Living as a Paralegal Professional 43:00

27d ago43:00

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Paralegals can find themselves on an island at the workplace, left without training, mentorship, and opportunities for growth and advancement in a sink or swim environment. It doesn’t have to be that way. Guest Eda Rosa is a former paralegal who founded her own firm, Eda Rosa LLC, in 2017. The legal consulting and training company is dedicated to t…

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Getting Serious About Well-Being in the Legal Profession. Are You OK? 38:02

27d ago38:02

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How are you doing? No, really, how are you doing? Guest Chris Newbold is not only the COO of ALPS Insurance – a leader in malpractice insurance for solo and small legal practices – he’s also a recognized driver in the nationwide movement to ensure well-being in the legal profession. Over the past decade, there’s been a focus on mental health, stres…

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Deepfakes, Data, and Duty: Navigating AI Ethics in Law, with Merisa Bowers 38:24

27d ago38:24

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In episode 582 of Lawyerist Podcast, Zack Glaser talks with Merisa Bowers, Loss Prevention and Outreach Counsel at the Ohio Bar Liability Insurance Company, about how artificial intelligence is reshaping lawyers’ ethical duties. Merisa explains how deepfakes and realistic scams are creating new challenges for diligence and verification, why unregul…

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Staying Informed and Empowered: Keeping Up-To-Date With The Progress Of Your Personal Injury Case and Asking Questions 5:49

27d ago5:49

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In this episode, we’ll discuss how to stay informed and take control of your personal injury case by staying up-to-date on its progress and asking the right questions. At Benson & Bingham, we are committed to our clients and will make sure you stay informed of the process every step of the way. Find out why clients rave about us, contact us for a c…

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Is This The Beginning Of The End For The Bar Exam? 35:19

28d ago35:19

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One can only hope. ----- For a long time, the bar exam seemed like the nasty habit that the legal profession just couldn't quit. But there's finally some progress on that front, with Utah unveiling a new alternative pathway to licensure that values experience and the skills that an actual practitioner needs. We also check in on Cadwalader, where th…

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EP 919- Raising the Bar by Improving “the Bar” with Megan Phillips Part Two 42:01

28d ago42:01

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Do not underestimate your influence. Megan Phillips shares successful strategies that you can use to ignite change. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Legal Talk Network