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Concrete advice on how to simplify technology to streamline work and gain more freedom.

Running a law practice today means navigating a sea of tech options. Success with tech demands you focus on a few key tools in six areas: (1) automation, (2) outsourcing, (3) marketing, (4) cybersecurity, (5) remote work, and (6) artificial intelligence.

That's what this podcast will help you with: strategically focusing on a few key tech options and explaining why they matter and how to get the most from using them.

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Recent Hosts, Guests & Topics

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Previous Guests

Anthony Metivier
Anthony Metivier is a memory expert and the creator of the Magnetic Memory Method, a comprehensive system designed to help individuals improve their memory and cognitive skills. He has dedicated his career to exploring the ancient art of memory training and its applications in modern life, particularly for professionals such as lawyers who need to retain large amounts of information. Through his courses, podcasts, and writings, Anthony teaches personalized techniques for memory enhancement, making the process engaging and effective.
Mathew Kerbis
Mathew Kerbis is a legal professional who has successfully transitioned his law practice from traditional billable hours to a subscription-based pricing model. He is the founder of The Subscription Lawyer, where he provides insights and resources for lawyers looking to implement subscription pricing in their practices. Mathew also hosts the podcast 'Law Subscribed,' where he discusses innovative legal practices and technology integration. His expertise includes enhancing legal workflows through AI tools and developing flexible pricing strategies that maintain low operating expenses.
Ilona Anderson
Ilona Anderson is a Miami-based attorney originally from Russia. She immigrated to the U.S. at the age of sixteen and pursued her passion for law. Ilona began her career at a prominent Miami law firm, where she specialized in commercial litigation. After facing challenges in her career, including denied flexible work arrangements, she founded her own employment law practice. Ilona is known for her emphasis on systematization and delegation in law practice management, and she actively embraces technology and automation tools to enhance her legal practice. She has transitioned from litigation to trademark law to better support entrepreneurs, and she advocates for radical responsibility and mindset shifts for both personal and professional growth.
Tony Clayton
Tony Clayton is an attorney based in Baton Rouge, known for his exceptional ability to remember names and faces instantly. This skill aids him in recalling details about jury pool members, enhancing his effectiveness in the courtroom. His expertise in memory techniques and their practical applications in legal settings makes him a valuable resource for understanding the importance of memory mastery.

Topics Discussed

legal research AI tools ChatGPT LexisNexis Westlaw solo lawyers BigLaw cost-effective solutions innovation legal technology memory training memory palaces association strategies cognitive enhancement long-term retention law profession persuasion personal growth subscription pricing transactional lawyers billable hours legal workflows client satisfaction flexible pricing strategies technology-driven innovation project-based tracking law practice Ilona Anderson systems automation Notion commercial litigation employment law trademark law technology delegation photographic memory memory techniques mnemonic devices loci system professional growth
Episodes

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306: Revamping Legal Research - The AI Advantage for Solo & Small Firms

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Ernie
Keywords
legal research AI tools ChatGPT LexisNexis Westlaw solo lawyers BigLaw cost-effective solutions innovation legal technology

Discover how legal research giants like LexisNexis and Westlaw are being disrupted by low cost AI tools like ChatGPT. Smart solo lawyers are ignoring overpriced AI tools favored by BigLaw in favor of cheaper, more innovative options.

Listen to find out which AI-powered legal research options that deliver speed, savings, and simplicity without bloated price tags.

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Thanks to the sponsor: Smith.ai

Smith.ai is an amazing virtual receptionist service that specializes in working with solo and small law firms. When you hire Smith.ai, youre hiring well-trained, friendly receptionists who can respond to callers in English or Spanish.

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0:00 57:23

305: Improve Your Memory using Proven Techniques (with Anthony Metivier)

Hosts
Ernie
Guests
Anthony Metivier
Keywords
memory training memory palaces association strategies cognitive enhancement long-term retention law profession persuasion personal growth

In a world where we rely on digital tools to remember things, the ancient art of memory training seems to have been forgotten. Which is a shame because memory training provides many advantages—especially for lawyers who need to retain vast amounts of information.

In this episode, memory expert Anthony Metivier explains how to develop extraordinary recall using personalized techniques that make memorizing more engaging and effective. 

If you’ve ever wanted a sharper memory and a stronger mind, you’ll relish what you'll learn in this episode.

In this episode, you will hear:

  • Learn about memory palaces and association strategies for organizing and recalling complex information.
  • Discover real-world applications of memory mastery, especially in professions like law, for better persuasion and connection.
  • Personalization of memory techniques for effective long-term retention and practical everyday use.
  • Embrace the transformative power of memory training for personal growth and cognitive enhancement.

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Thanks to My Sponsor

Smith.ai

Smith.ai is an amazing virtual receptionist service that specializes in working with solo and small law firms. When you hire Smith.ai, you’re hiring well-trained, friendly receptionists who can respond to callers in English or Spanish.

If there’s one great outsourcing opportunity for your practice, this is it. Let Smith.ai have your back while you stay focused on your work, knowing that your clients and prospects are being taken care of.

Plans start at $210/month for 30 calls, and pricing starts at $140 for 20 chats, with overage at $7 per chat. They offer a risk-free start with a 14-day money-back guarantee on all receptionist and live chat plans, including add-ons (up to $1000).

And they have a special offer for podcast listeners where you can get an extra $100 discount with promo code ERNIE100. Sign up for a risk-free start with a 14-day money-back guarantee now (and learn more) at smith.ai.

Episode Credits

If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Emerald City Productions. They helped me grow and produce the podcast you are listening to right now. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com Let them know we sent you.

 

0:00 40:15

304: Subscription Pricing for Transactional Lawyers (with Mathew Kerbis)

Hosts
Ernie
Guests
Mathew Kerbis
Keywords
subscription pricing transactional lawyers billable hours AI tools legal workflows client satisfaction flexible pricing strategies technology-driven innovation project-based tracking law practice

Mathew Kerbis transitioned his billable hour practice to one that uses subscription pricing exclusively. Find out how he did this, and how subscription pricing works for transactional lawyers. Also discover how AI is making it work even better.

In this episode, you will hear:

  • Transitioning from billable hours to subscription-based legal services
  • Integration of AI tools to enhance legal workflows and client satisfaction
  • Flexible pricing strategies and maintaining low operating expenses
  • Insights from other entrepreneurs on technology-driven innovation
  • Benefits of project-based tracking over traditional time tracking

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Thanks to My Sponsor

Smith.ai

Smith.ai is an amazing virtual receptionist service that specializes in working with solo and small law firms. When you hire Smith.ai, you’re hiring well-trained, friendly receptionists who can respond to callers in English or Spanish.

If there’s one great outsourcing opportunity for your practice, this is it. Let Smith.ai have your back while you stay focused on your work, knowing that your clients and prospects are being taken care of.

Plans start at $210/month for 30 calls, and pricing starts at $140 for 20 chats, with overage at $7 per chat. They offer a risk-free start with a 14-day money-back guarantee on all receptionist and live chat plans, including add-ons (up to $1000).

And they have a special offer for podcast listeners where you can get an extra $100 discount with promo code ERNIE100. Sign up for a risk-free start with a 14-day money-back guarantee now (and learn more) at smith.ai.

Episode Credits

If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Emerald City Productions. They helped me grow and produce the podcast you are listening to right now. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com Let them know we sent you.

 

0:00 54:11

303: From Russia with Passion & Drive - Miami attorney Ilona Anderson

Hosts
Ernie
Guests
Ilona Anderson
Keywords
Ilona Anderson law practice systems automation Notion commercial litigation employment law trademark law technology delegation

In this episode you'll meet an attorney named Ilona Anderson who was originally from Russia but came to the U.S. when she was sixteen and pursued her passion for law. You'll learn about her first job working in a big Miami firm, where she handled commercial litigation cases.

We discuss the importance of using systems and her interesting take on what good systems look like in a law practice. We talked about the best tools to store SOPs, and why she's exploring the use of a popular tool called Notion (and why I recommended she think that decision through carefully).

In this episode, you will hear:

  • Ilona Anderson's journey from Russian immigrant to successful Miami attorney and entrepreneur
  • Founding her own employment law practice after facing career challenges and denied flexible work arrangements
  • Importance of systematization and delegation in law practice management
  • Embracing technology and automation tools like MyCase, GoHighLevel, and AI to enhance legal practice
  • Transition from litigation to trademark law to support entrepreneurs
  • Radical responsibility and mindset shifts for personal and professional growth

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Follow and Review:

We’d love for you to follow us if you haven’t yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We’d love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast.

Thanks to My Sponsor

Smith.ai

Smith.ai is an amazing virtual receptionist service that specializes in working with solo and small law firms. When you hire Smith.ai, you’re hiring well-trained, friendly receptionists who can respond to callers in English or Spanish.

If there’s one great outsourcing opportunity for your practice, this is it. Let Smith.ai have your back while you stay focused on your work, knowing that your clients and prospects are being taken care of.

Plans start at $210/month for 30 calls, and pricing starts at $140 for 20 chats, with overage at $7 per chat. They offer a risk-free start with a 14-day money-back guarantee on all receptionist and live chat plans, including add-ons (up to $1000).

And they have a special offer for podcast listeners where you can get an extra $100 discount with promo code ERNIE100. Sign up for a risk-free start with a 14-day money-back guarantee now (and learn more) at smith.ai.

Episode Credits

If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Emerald City Productions. They helped me grow and produce the podcast you are listening to right now. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com Let them know we sent you.

 

0:00 33:50

302: Photographic Memory: A Skill You Didn't Know You Had

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unknown
Guests
Tony Clayton
Keywords
photographic memory memory techniques mnemonic devices loci system personal growth professional growth

In this episode, you'll learn that you have a photographic memory without knowing it. Just like Baton Rouge attorney Tony Clayton who can remember names and faces instantly, which helps him recall details about jury pool members, even groups of 50 to 75 people. By the end of the episode, you'll understand how to unlock this skill to remember anything you want to and you'll be completely astonished.

In this episode, you will hear:

  • Unlocking the potential of photographic memory through accessible techniques.
  • Exploring the historical and modern relevance of the loci system, dating back to Simonides of Ceos.
  • Using mnemonic devices and bizarre visual imagery to enhance memorization and retention.
  • The transformative impact of memory mastery on personal and professional growth.
  • Practical applications of memory techniques, including memorizing numbers and historical figures.

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