In this episode of Go With Kyle Harbaugh, Kyle welcomes Jill, a non-attorney sales expert specializing in legal services. They dive into how law firms can scale by implementing non-attorney sales teams, freeing attorneys from sales duties so they can focus on legal work. Jill shares her proven consultation model, best practices for intake and conversion, and the key benefits of delegating sales. They discuss essential KPIs, follow-up strategies, and success stories of firms that have embraced this non-traditional but highly effective approach.
00:00 – Introduction to Go With Kyle Harbaugh00:04 – Kyle introduces two AI systems for law firms: one for revenue growth and one for hiring01:18 – Jill’s background in non-attorney legal sales02:22 – The intake and consultation process for law firms03:40 – Why clients don’t speak to attorneys until after they sign up04:46 – Why law firm owners struggle with sales and how to shift focus05:04 – How non-attorneys handle consultations without giving legal advice06:36 – Educating clients on law firm structure and who to contact07:22 – The major benefits of transitioning to a non-attorney sales model08:13 – How firm owners move from sales to leadership and business growth09:42 – Expected conversion rates for non-attorney sales teams10:30 – Follow-up processes and CRM systems for increasing client retention11:55 – Why attorney time should be spent on legal work, not sales12:25 – Key performance indicators (KPIs) for sales teams13:20 – The importance of immediate response times for potential clients14:21 – Success stories of firms that have scaled using this model15:23 – Redefining success and transitioning away from the “busyness” mindset17:05 – The biggest mistake law firms make when implementing this model17:33 – How to connect with Jill on LinkedInGo With Kyle Harbaugh is a podcast focused on helping law firms grow using cutting-edge technology, AI, and business strategies. Hosted by Kyle Harbaugh, the show brings expert insights into revenue growth, hiring, sales processes, and operational efficiency.