Latte With a Lawyer

Welcome to Latte with a Lawyer, the essential podcast for attorneys tracking the future of the industry. In this episode, personal injury partner Scott Kuboff of Lowe, Scott Fisher, reveals how he combines his life as an endurance athlete with a niche practice advocating for injured cyclists and pedestrians. Scott shares why his firm is already planning for the decline of traditional auto accidents by focusing on product liability and the complex questions raised by autonomous vehicles, offering a critical look at how to future-proof a plaintiff's practice.

But the core of Scott's strategy lies in mastering the art of the human story. He explains how a single mediation taught him the immense power of narrative to move a case from intractable to settled, and how he now builds cases around unforgettable details—like the value of “65 more Saturdays with dad.” From leveraging a cyclist's Strava data to reinventing a client’s story after a career-ending injury, Scott provides a playbook for finding the emotional core of a case and demonstrating how a specific incident truly impacted a client's life.

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottkuboff
FIRM Website: https://lsflaw.com/

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Welcome back to Latte with a Lawyer—the essential podcast for attorneys who want to win bigger. In this episode, John Gomez, founder of the 100-person Gomez Trial Attorneys, reveals the secrets behind his firm's trial-first dominance and "big dollar mindset." John explains why he believes work ethic trumps everything—including his own Yale Law degree—and shares the extreme discipline (starting with a 3:40 AM wake-up call) required to build a firm that tries 15-20 cases a year. He offers a candid look at how he transformed his practice from a trial-to-trial operation into a sophisticated business, and why he believes every lawyer has the capacity to project confidence and secure massive results.

John takes us inside one of the most significant cases of his career: the wrongful death lawsuit that sparked the largest vehicle recall in Toyota's history. He recounts the harrowing details of the Mark Saylor case, which began with a recorded 911 call from a car accelerating out of control, and explains the strategic decisions that led to a landmark recovery. Beyond the courtroom, John shares the unconventional tools he uses to build resilience, from giving new clients David Goggins' book "Can't Hurt Me" to fostering a competitive fire with an in-firm "scoreboard." He details why grit, not a prestigious background, is the true engine of success for any trial lawyer.

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johngomezthegomezlawfirm/
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Welcome back to Latte with a Lawyer—the dynamic law firm podcast for attorneys tracking the industry’s boldest disruptors. In this episode, Ken Falcon, Managing Partner of Falcon Rappaport & Berkman (FRB), reveals the strategy behind his firm's rapid expansion from a Long Island startup to a bicoastal powerhouse. Ken explains why he abandoned the zero-sum mindset in favor of a "grow-the-pie" approach, fostering a supportive culture with work-life balance and transparent career paths that has made FRB a destination for top legal talent.

Ken pulls back the curtain on how this culture-first philosophy became a powerful business driver, making his firm an attractive partner for laterals, practice groups, and other firms seeking growth opportunities and succession planning. He discusses how his background in real estate, emerging technologies, and estate litigation shaped his vision for a multifaceted firm that delivers outstanding results without the burnout. Listen in to learn how Ken Falcon is building a cutting-edge law firm by empowering his colleagues and prioritizing team well-being alongside client success.

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kenneth-falcon-04714310/
FIRM Website: https://frblaw.com/

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Welcome back to Latte with a Lawyer—the essential podcast for attorneys navigating the modern legal landscape. This episode features Dan Morgan, partner at the powerhouse firm Morgan & Morgan and the youngest son in a renowned legal dynasty. Dan pulls back the curtain on what it's like to grow up with one of the most recognizable names in law, discussing the immense pressure and unique opportunities that come with forging your own path within a family empire. He shares how he navigated expectations to become a key player in the firm's mission to fight 'For the People.'

Before becoming a leading attorney, Dan's journey took an unconventional turn. He reveals how his undergraduate degree in Sports Management from the University of Florida, combined with his law degree from Stetson College of Law, gave him a unique playbook for success. Dan discusses how the principles of team building, competition, and business strategy from the sports world translate directly to managing a high-stakes personal injury practice and leading teams dedicated to securing justice for everyday people.

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-morgan-865376109/
FIRM Website: https://www.forthepeople.com/

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Welcome back to Latte with a Lawyer—an essential podcast for attorneys navigating the challenges of a modern legal career. In this episode, host Jonathan Brickman sits down with Laura Terrell, an executive coach who draws on over 25 years of experience as a legal and business leader. Laura unpacks the critical career inflection points that stop ambitious lawyers in their tracks—from the intense pressure of the partner track to the nagging question of whether you're even in the right profession. She provides a framework for lawyers who feel stuck, are considering a major career pivot, or are striving to secure that next big promotion.

Drawing on her extensive background, Laura shares the key strategies she uses to help professionals at all levels break through plateaus and redefine their approach to their jobs. She discusses how to identify when a career change is necessary versus when a simple shift in perspective is all that's needed. Whether you're struggling to establish yourself in a challenging new role or questioning your entire career path, Laura provides actionable advice for diagnosing the problem and building a concrete plan for your next move. It's a masterclass in professional self-assessment for anyone asking, 'What's next?'.

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauralterrell/
FIRM Website: https://www.lauraterrell.com/

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Welcome to Latte with a Lawyer, the podcast for attorneys who want to build a more impactful practice. In this episode, host Jonathan Brickman sits down with Tiangay Kemokai, founder of Tiangay Kemokai Law, P.C., to explore a legal career that defies easy categorization. Tiangay explains why traditional DEI training often falls short and details how she integrates the principles of “restorative remediation” into her work, moving beyond surface-level solutions to address the root causes of conflict in complex civil litigation.

But Tiangay's expertise doesn't stop there. She also offers a look into her parallel career as a Lecturer at California State University, Sacramento, where she teaches criminal procedure. Tiangay discusses how her academic work intersects with her diverse practice areas—from administrative law to high-stakes appellate advocacy—and provides a powerful framework for attorneys looking to combine different legal passions into one cohesive, successful, and meaningful practice.

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andy-gurczak-528b9b64/
FIRM Website: https://www.allcityadjusting.com/

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Welcome to Latte with a Lawyer, the dynamic lawyer podcast for attorneys tracking adjacent industry disruptors. In this episode, we sit down with Andy Gurczak, the Founder and CEO of Allcity Adjusting, who reveals his incredible journey from construction laborer to the head of a public adjusting firm that now processes over 1000 claims per year. Andy explains how his hands-on background gave him an unparalleled understanding of property claims, allowing him to quickly climb the ladder and eventually launch his own successful company.

For attorneys who handle insurance disputes, this conversation is packed with invaluable insights. Andy Gurczak pulls back the curtain on how strategic partnerships between lawyers and public adjusters can dramatically improve client outcomes. He shares his playbook for building a business on strong client relationships, scaling operations to handle massive volume, and the critical role an adjuster plays on the front lines of a claim, long before litigation ever begins.

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andy-gurczak-528b9b64/
FIRM Website: https://www.allcityadjusting.com/

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Welcome back to Latte with a Lawyer—the essential podcast for attorneys looking for the playbook to build a powerhouse practice. This episode features Darryl Isaacs, a founder who proves that academic success has nothing to do with real-world results. After flunking the bar twice and finishing near the bottom of his law school class, Darryl went on to build Isaacs & Isaacs into a 115-person firm dominating truck litigation. He shares his incredible journey, including a devastating 2015 accident that required 12 surgeries, and why he's now heading to the Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College to "become an attorney again."

Darryl pulls back the curtain on the single biggest investment that transformed his firm’s trial record: a $2 million, architecturally perfect replica of the local courthouse built inside his office. He attributes this "practice facility" to winning 12 of their last 13 trials and helping a client secure a $10 million federal jury verdict. Darryl also reveals his unconventional hiring strategies, like recruiting prosecutors for their unique ability to connect with grieving families, and his core belief that the best teachers are the ones who have failed the most—a philosophy he lives out by mentoring 75 other law firms across the country.

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Welcome back to Latte with a Lawyer—a top podcast for attorneys looking to build a differentiated practice. In this episode, Chadwick D.G. Meyers of Meyers Injury Law shares his gutsy playbook for launching a firm right out of law school. Chadwick recounts starting his practice in a $700-a-month office next to a liquor store, grinding for nearly a year before seeing his first settlement check, and the single best piece of advice he received: to 'bite the bullet' and go solo while he was young and could afford to be poor. He explains how graduating from a part-time law school with zero debt gave him the financial runway to build his dream firm from the ground up.

Chadwick also reveals how he carved out one of the legal world’s most unique and emotionally charged niches: funeral home and crematory negligence. Drawing on his experience growing up in his family's funeral home business—from cleaning embalming instruments to assisting his mortician father—he explains his unparalleled advantage in these technical cases. He gives a behind-the-scenes look at shocking cases, including a wrongful cremation where a family discovered a stranger's titanium tag in their mother's ashes, and details how he leverages his insider knowledge to hold the death care industry accountable, proving that the key to success is finding a way to differentiate yourself.

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Welcome back to Latte with a Lawyer—a leading podcast for attorneys exploring unconventional paths to success. In this episode, Furquan Mohammed shares the incredible story of how he left Big Law to help Chicago taxi drivers crushed by debt when medallion values plummeted from $350,000 to just $12,000. Furquan explains how that pro bono work allowed him to build unbreakable trust within an insular community, which he then “remerchandised” into a thriving personal injury practice focused on the unique insurance and policy issues facing professional drivers.

Furquan pulls back the curtain on his “organic finder” business model, revealing why he believes true success lies in building relationships, not chasing billboards. He details his strategy of co-counseling on litigation to free himself up for high-value business development—a philosophy that allows him to operate with a zero-dollar marketing budget. Furquan also discusses his other unique specialty in Islamic estate planning, where he educates community groups at local mosques, proving how any lawyer can become indispensable by developing deep expertise for a specific niche.

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