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#44: Welcome back to War Chest Wednesday, where we showcase tips, tools and resources to help power your fight for justice. In this episode we cover advanced attorney fee deferrals through structured settlements, and why this is something all plaintiff attorneys should be considering when they settle a case. Structuring your fees maximizes the amount of money you receive by spreading out your tax obligation, while designing an income flow that works for you & your firm. Find out why all the trial pro's are doing this, and why you should be too!

Thank you for tuning in to Settlement Nation, the premier podcast for high performers and trial lawyers.

Each episode of Settlement Nation dives deep into the world of trial law, offering valuable advice and strategies from leading trial attorneys, industry experts and thought leaders. As the creative mind behind the acclaimed podcast, host Courtney Barber ignites conversations that spark change and inspire action.

Tune in and discover the secrets to success, learn from the best, and join a community of driven professionals committed to justice.

Subscribe now and step into the winner’s circle with Settlement Nation —where high performance meets high impact.

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#43: Welcome back to our series War Chest Wednesday, where we showcase tips, tools and resources to help power your fight for justice. In this episode we chat with Amelia Brummel, the CEO of Brummel Legal Consulting; the go-to, trusted resource in providing personal injury case support services for busy attorneys.  Amelia provides services ranging from demonstrative aids for depositions/mediation/trial, to connecting attorneys with the best experts in the field of traumatic brain injury (TBI). Brummel Legal Consulting delivers lawyers and their clients the results they deserve!

Thank you for tuning in to Settlement Nation, the premier podcast for high performers and trial lawyers.

Each episode of Settlement Nation dives deep into the world of trial law, offering valuable advice and strategies from leading trial attorneys, industry experts and thought leaders. As the creative mind behind the acclaimed podcast, host Courtney Barber ignites conversations that spark change and inspire action.

Tune in and discover the secrets to success, learn from the best, and join a community of driven professionals committed to justice.

Subscribe now and step into the winner’s circle with Settlement Nation —where high performance meets high impact.

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Come on in, guys! We are back with our Rising Star Roundtable series of Settlement Nation, featuring Rilee Harrison from the Cain Law Office and Jonathan Davidi from Panish | Shea | Boyle | Ravipudi. These up and coming trial lawyers share their experiences one year on from our last episode, now older and wiser with trials under their belt! We discuss what worked, how they prepared and lessons they learned through the process. We also cover ways that younger or new attorneys can sharpen their skills before trial and ideas, from a millennial perspective, that could help improve their mindset. 

Thank you for tuning in to Settlement Nation, the premier podcast for high performers and trial lawyers.

Each episode of Settlement Nation dives deep into the world of trial law, offering valuable advice and strategies from leading trial attorneys, industry experts and thought leaders. As the creative mind behind the acclaimed podcast, host Courtney Barber ignites conversations that spark change and inspire action.

Tune in and discover the secrets to success, learn from the best, and join a community of driven professionals committed to justice.

Subscribe now and step into the winner’s circle with Settlement Nation —where high performance meets high impact.

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(Part 2): Welcome back to our special edition Trial All-Star Series, where we interview the best trial lawyers in the country and share their secrets to success over the past decade and beyond. In this episode we continue our sit down with Keith Mitnik, and discuss his trial preparation routine, what plaintiffs lawyers will learn from both 'Deeper Cuts' and 'Don't Eat the Bruises' and why all trial lawyers feel fear, but how to use it your advantage.

Thank you for tuning in to Settlement Nation, the premier podcast for high performers and trial lawyers.

Each episode of Settlement Nation dives deep into the world of trial law, offering valuable advice and strategies from leading trial attorneys, industry experts and thought leaders. As the creative mind behind the acclaimed podcast, host Courtney Barber ignites conversations that spark change and inspire action.

Tune in and discover the secrets to success, learn from the best, and join a community of driven professionals committed to justice.

Subscribe now and step into the winner’s circle with Settlement Nation —where high performance meets high impact.

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(Part 1): Welcome back to our special edition Trial All-Star Series, where we interview the best trial lawyers in the country and share their secrets to success over the past decade and beyond. In this episode we sit down with Keith Mitnik, a legendary trial lawyer, famous for his winning opening statements, 'David and Goliath' cases and his ability to reach the hearts of even the toughest juries. Keith is Senior Trial Lawyer for Morgan & Morgan and has 100+ trials under his belt. He is the author of Don't Eat the Bruises and Deeper Cuts, as well as a renowned speaker and mentor in the industry, sharing his unique courtroom philosophy and strategies with plaintiff lawyers across the country. An absolutely not to be missed two part series, where we dive deep into his blueprints for success in the courtroom.

Thank you for tuning in to Settlement Nation, the premier podcast for high performers and trial lawyers.

Each episode of Settlement Nation dives deep into the world of trial law, offering valuable advice and strategies from leading trial attorneys, industry experts and thought leaders. As the creative mind behind the acclaimed podcast, host Courtney Barber ignites conversations that spark change and inspire action.

Tune in and discover the secrets to success, learn from the best, and join a community of driven professionals committed to justice.

Subscribe now and step into the winner’s circle with Settlement Nation —where high performance meets high impact.

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In this episode of Settlement Nation we sit down with Bob Simon, the co-founder of the Justice Team, well-known trial lawyer and brand building expert, who grew his firm with no seed capital to an 8-figure business in just a few months. We discuss 'Branding with a Purpose' and why this is so important for trial lawyers, when cultivating their unique and authentic voice in this industry. Bob shares his strategies to help you make it rain in your firm, through social media, personal branding and targeted networking. We also cover why you don't need to be spending thousands of dollars every month on paid advertising and how he pulls in cases using free platforms. To learn from Bob and many other great trial lawyers in person, the Bourbon of Proof Tour is coming up March 10-13 in Louisville, Kentucky. Proceeds will go to fighting fee caps in California and the Fairness for Injured Patients Act. Settlement Nation listeners, use code TLJ415 for 15% off your tickets at https://robertsimonattorney.com/tour/

Thank you for tuning in to Settlement Nation, the premier podcast for high performers and trial lawyers.

Each episode of Settlement Nation dives deep into the world of trial law, offering valuable advice and strategies from leading trial attorneys, industry experts and thought leaders. As the creative mind behind the acclaimed podcast, host Courtney Barber ignites conversations that spark change and inspire action.

Tune in and discover the secrets to success, learn from the best, and join a community of driven professionals committed to justice.

Subscribe now and step into the winner’s circle with Settlement Nation —where high performance meets high impact.

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In this episode of Settlement Nation we sit down with Angela Bruno, the managing partner at BRUNO | NALU out of Orange County, California. Angela is a seasoned trial lawyer and has brought in large multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements and not only takes her own cases to mediation, but will also mediate cases for other lawyers. We discuss the process of deciding whether to take a case to trial vs settlement, ways lawyers who want to be better at negotiating can immediately improve their skills and why it's so important to have a bottom line. We also cover advice for other female attorneys, looking to establish their own brand and identity in this industry.  If you want to get better at negotiating, then this is the episode for you!

Thank you for tuning in to Settlement Nation, the premier podcast for high performers and trial lawyers.

Each episode of Settlement Nation dives deep into the world of trial law, offering valuable advice and strategies from leading trial attorneys, industry experts and thought leaders. As the creative mind behind the acclaimed podcast, host Courtney Barber ignites conversations that spark change and inspire action.

Tune in and discover the secrets to success, learn from the best, and join a community of driven professionals committed to justice.

Subscribe now and step into the winner’s circle with Settlement Nation —where high performance meets high impact.

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In this episode of Settlement Nation we sit down with Brian Ward and Jakob Norman from Trial By Human, a trial lawyer training program founded by Nick and Courtney Rowley. Brian and Jakob, both seasoned trial lawyers talk with "brutal honesty" about trial practice, getting to know the human story of your clients and the importance of doing "full outs" before trial. Having taught hundreds of attorneys how to increase their effectiveness in the courtroom, both Brian and Jakob share what, when and how you should be prepping yourself before trial. Trial By Human are running a pop-up clinic on February 8th and 9th open to Settlement Nation listeners. Book in here: https://bit.ly/3AuyGko

Thank you for tuning in to Settlement Nation, the premier podcast for high performers and trial lawyers.

Each episode of Settlement Nation dives deep into the world of trial law, offering valuable advice and strategies from leading trial attorneys, industry experts and thought leaders. As the creative mind behind the acclaimed podcast, host Courtney Barber ignites conversations that spark change and inspire action.

Tune in and discover the secrets to success, learn from the best, and join a community of driven professionals committed to justice.

Subscribe now and step into the winner’s circle with Settlement Nation —where high performance meets high impact.

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#36: Welcome back to our series War Chest Wednesday, where we showcase tips, tools and resources to help power your fight for justice. In this episode we chat with Rebekah Reedy Miller & Jennifer Wieroniey from the American Association of Settlement Consultants (AASC), an advocacy group committed to a vibrant, strong, and modern settlement planning industry. In this episode we discuss the importance of structured settlements and why this matters to both attorneys and their clients. The AASC is holding their first inaugural conference at Treasure Island in Las Vegas, NV from February 8-10, 2022. 

Thank you for tuning in to Settlement Nation, the premier podcast for high performers and trial lawyers.

Each episode of Settlement Nation dives deep into the world of trial law, offering valuable advice and strategies from leading trial attorneys, industry experts and thought leaders. As the creative mind behind the acclaimed podcast, host Courtney Barber ignites conversations that spark change and inspire action.

Tune in and discover the secrets to success, learn from the best, and join a community of driven professionals committed to justice.

Subscribe now and step into the winner’s circle with Settlement Nation —where high performance meets high impact.

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In this episode of Settlement Nation Courtney sits down with Joe Camerlengo, the co-founder of The Truck Accident Law Firm. Joe is a passionate advocate for his clients, specializing in serious personal injury and wrongful death claims caused by tractor trailer and commercial motor vehicle crashes. He has multiple 7 & 8 figure verdicts and is currently the Vice President and a Board Member of the Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys. We cover his thoughts on how trucking accidents could be better prevented, why he shifted his practise to focus on this niche and what he does to ensure his clients and their recoveries are protected post settlement. We also touch on Joe's background as a former NFL sports agent and what that business taught him. 

Thank you for tuning in to Settlement Nation, the premier podcast for high performers and trial lawyers.

Each episode of Settlement Nation dives deep into the world of trial law, offering valuable advice and strategies from leading trial attorneys, industry experts and thought leaders. As the creative mind behind the acclaimed podcast, host Courtney Barber ignites conversations that spark change and inspire action.

Tune in and discover the secrets to success, learn from the best, and join a community of driven professionals committed to justice.

Subscribe now and step into the winner’s circle with Settlement Nation —where high performance meets high impact.

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