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The Legal Toolkit episodes:

04.12.2024
The AI Software Landscape for Lawyers; AI in E-Discovery with Cat Casey
So much of our communications and societal existence is housed online, so e-discovery is the major way we gather evidence. Jared talks with Cat Casey about the AI spectrum within the e-discovery world, explaining the many ways varying elements of...
03.28.2024
Superior Sketch Comedy; Opting Out of Legal Tech; & “Stuck in the Middle With You”
Sometimes, legal tech is the perfect solution for the needs of your law firm, but sometimes, lawyers need to look outside the legal tech world at other technologies that can serve their legal practice better. Emily Gordon has always been...
03.08.2024
3 Simple Rules for Safer GenAI Use; AI’s Role in Legal Practice; and “Brother Up”
Adjusting to the new and persistent presence of AI in the legal world isn’t easy, but it is necessary. Jared welcomes brothers Justin and Luc Cary, an attorney and software engineer, respectively, to unpack the current state of AI in...
02.08.2024
Remote Work: Dude, It's Fine; Onboarding Legal Technology; and Art by Rob Joyner
Backsliders are the worst, and if you’re making your employees come into the office after years of successful remote work, then, well… you’re the worst. Jared weighs in on the remote/in-office work debate to help you take a hard look...
01.25.2024
Obnoxious Email Responses; Data Security for Dummies; & “Doubling Up”
Why is it that law firms are a frequent target for data breaches? Make no mistake, attorneys, you’ve got a lot of sensitive, valuable data that a threat actor would love to get their hands on. If your cybersecurity isn’t...
12.28.2023
Jared’s Obscure Holiday Viewing Guide; Building Your Law Firm C-Suite; and Correia Family Stories
If your firm is experiencing operational challenges you just can’t seem to overcome, you might be in need of some C-suite help. Lawyers don’t necessarily want to take on the business responsibilities of running a practice, and there are many...
12.14.2023
Perfect Albums, Vol. 5; Analyze This; “Overrated, Underrated—Thanksgiving Edition”
Searching for state court data used to be a huge pain in the ass, but data analytics has almost entirely fixed it, giving attorneys searchable databases in just about every state. What else has data analytics done for the profession?...
11.16.2023
How Much Should You Pay for AI Tools?; Insurance Best Practices; and “Historic Mistakes”
As lawyers, you constantly assess the risks of your clients, whether in their business practices, court cases, personal relationships, or a multitude of other things. So, managing risk for your clients is what you do, but when was the last...
10.27.2023
A New Era of Advertising; Perfecting Workplace Communication; and “A Rose By Any Other Name”
Whether there’s a generational divide, unhelpful technology, a lack of emotional intelligence, or, really, a whole bunch of other issues—communication is hard. And, when communication breaks down, your business just doesn’t operate like it should. Is there any way to...
10.12.2023
Sci-Fi Roundup; Document Management with Microsoft 365; and “Star Tours”
Document management is a must in legal, and Microsoft 365 has plenty of ways to organize and process your documents for you. So, what do you need to know about it? Jared welcomes Keith Vallely to talk through the uses...
09.29.2023
3 Real-Life Uses for Generative AI in Legal; Empowering Women Lawyers with Rachel Clar; & “Town in Upstate NY, Town in Rural Alabama, or Discontinued Household Cleaner?”
Women attorneys are intelligent and brave, but they still face particular challenges in the legal profession. Jared chats with Rachel Clar of Interconnected Us about her mission to create safe environments for women in law to get the support they...
09.14.2023
Good Vibes, Jimmy Buffett; Chuki Obiyo’s Laws for Growing Your Law Firm; & “Fake-Ass Holidays”
Chuki Obiyo has made a science of growing law firm businesses, with plenty of research to back up his time-tested strategies. Jared talks with Obiyo about how to form deeper connections with your network, tips for start-up firms, and leveraging...
09.01.2023
5 Essential Tips for Going Solo; “Live from the Playroom” with Mark Oblinger
It’s been 563 days, but we’re finally back in the Playroom with musical guest Mark Oblinger. Mark holds the double distinction of being an Emmy-winning/Grammy-nominated musician AND having a longtime connection with this very podcast! Tune in for Jared and...
08.21.2023
5 KPIs You Need Now; Asking the Right Questions About Software; & “Dream Podcast Music”
Lawyers, you really actually do need to use KPIs—that’s Key Performance Indicators for those of you who *still* haven’t kept up with good business practices. Do it! And, Jared’s here to help with a breakdown of the 5 KPI categories...
08.03.2023
Software Integrations; Emil Ali talks IP Ethics; and “A Day at the Movies”
Integrations, integrations, integrations. You’ve probably heard about integrations for years, but lots of people still struggle to understand just how this stuff is going to change their workflows. Jared explains the whole concept, gives some of the first integrations you need...
07.13.2023
Succession Spoilers Galore; What PR Can Do for You; and Succession Children’s Theater
Why would a law firm hire a PR agency? Well, if you’ve ever wished your firm was known for its expertise and thought leadership, a PR agency might be just the thing. Jared brings on Michelle Calcote King to talk...
06.29.2023
Bar Associations, Side Hustles, & More with Rio Peterson and Annoying “Name Songs”
Adding value for bar association members is always a good idea. Jared chats with Rio Peterson, who has just about seen it all when it comes to bar programming—from cool events to tech offerings to stellar educational programs and more....
06.20.2023
Time to Change Your Lame Logo; Stop Thinking Like a Lawyer; and “Deep Cuts with Steve Seckler”
Even if you’re a great lawyer, your top-notch skills might be holding you back when it comes to running your business. Jared talks with Steve Seckler about his recent article in the ABA’s GPSolo eReport, Stop Thinking (and Acting) Like a...
05.25.2023
AI Tells Lame Jokes; The Fastcase/vLex Merger; and “ChatGPT Jeopardy!”
Fastcase and vLex have merged to form the world's largest law library, containing the law from over 100 countries and more than a billion documents. One platform with all these resources means attorneys around the world will have bigger, better,...
05.11.2023
Perfect Albums, Vol. 4; The Attorney Whisperer—Randa Prendergast; and “Beantown Beanfest”
Randa Prendergast takes a “June Cleaver” approach to running a law firm, making every little thing run smoothly without breaking a sweat. Jared and Randa talk through how to identify your workflow needs and develop processes that make it easy...
04.27.2023
The Perfect Intake Form; Turning Data Collection on Leads into Profits; and “What Would Georgia Man Do?”
If you know exactly how all your clients found you, then you know exactly how to market your firm to keep driving more growth. But, a whole lot of firms aren’t tracking the process from need to lead to paying...
04.13.2023
A Flipping Disaster; Bruce La Fetra—Client Whisperer; and “Technical ‘Knox’ Out”
How do you get your best clients to hire you? Jared welcomes Bruce La Fetra, a real, live client whisperer, to chat about how to flip your usual script and market to the clients you actually want. Later, the guys play...
03.28.2023
Finding Legal Mentors, The Expert Witness Roundtable, and Perry Mason
Where do expert witnesses come from, exactly? Jared welcomes guests Allison Muller, Nick Briscoe, and Nick Rishwain—an experienced and knowledgeable panel discussing the ins and outs of expert witnessing. They share how professionals come into this field and offer advice...
03.16.2023
Jared’s Latest TV Obsession; Strategic Communications with Jessica Chen; “And the Award Goes To…”
Communication often happens because we are simply reacting to something, but how often do we react with a thoughtful, impactful response? Jared welcomes Jessica Chen to hear her strategies for leveling up your professional communications. They talk through some of...
02.23.2023
A Fair Dinkum Interview with Chris Stock and “Shit Australians Say”
This time on The Legal Toolkit, Jared forgoes his monologue to give more time to his conversation with Chris Stock. Tune in as this duo dig into criminal justice reform, ChatGPT’s future in legal and the world at large, legal tech...
02.02.2023
Swifties, Assemble!; Lawyers Need Vacations; and “Travel Etiquette”
If you’re a lawyer, you need a break. Tune in with Jared, his lovely wife Jessica, and her fellow travel agent Samantha Hedges to learn a thing or two about escaping the daily grind. They share tips for vacation bookings,...
01.19.2023
TV Gems of an 80s Childhood; Better Law Firm Management; and “Not-So Happy Endings”
You don’t have to figure out how to manage your law firm alone. Because, honestly, there are people out there who can do it way better. Jared chats with Margaret Burke about how outsourcing law firm management can save you...
12.29.2022
Law Firm for Sale — Planning Your Exit Strategy, and “The Cost is Correct!”
Hey, that law firm you own is an asset! A whole lot of lawyers don’t fully realize the value of their legal practice, but there are willing buyers out there, and keeping a future sale in mind should be part...
12.16.2022
Data Integration–Simplified; Efficiency Plays for Law Firms; and “Shit Miamians Say”
No one likes change, but your law firm will be more profitable and organized if you keep up with the latest tools for streamlining workflows. Jared talks with Marisa Portuondo about her expertise in helping lawyers prioritize efficiency and thrive...
12.02.2022
Hyped for “Cocaine Bear”; Filevine’s Ryan Anderson; and “The Magnificent Andersons”
Efficient back-and-forth communication in law firms has always been a necessity, but it’s not always easy to do it well. Finding the right collaboration tech is a critical step in modern law firms, so Jared talks with Ryan Anderson of...
11.18.2022
Legal Tech’s Second Wave, A Different Take on Diversity in Business, and The Legal Toolkit Law Review Hour
Many business leaders are mis-educated about what diversity is, and, as such, lack the ability to support it in their organizations. Jared brings on diversity coach Dr. James Rodgers to learn about his research and training strategies for effectively managing...
11.04.2022
The Skinny on Biden’s Loan Forgiveness Program; Perfect Albums Vol. 3; and “Forgive Me”
People have been alternately ticked, thrilled, and confused since the Biden Administration rolled out its loan forgiveness program. So, what’s the deal? Jared gets insights from student loan lawyer Adam Minsky on the many moving parts of this program, who...
10.18.2022
Consumer-Centric Pricing; Document Assembly for Lawyers; & “Documentary History”
Easy math: if you can get through more work, more quickly, you’ll make more money. And document assembly software can help you do it! Jared Correia talks with Tony Thai and Ashley Carlisle on how to put document assembly tech...
10.05.2022
How To Avoid a Serial Killer; Better Law Firm Intake Management; & Craft Brewing
A lot of law firm intake processes are a bit painful to look at, if we’re honest, but they don’t have to be! Jared and guest McKay Ferrell share how a little tracking and better workflows can make your intake...
09.20.2022
The LawPay/MyCase Sitch with Dru Armstrong; & “Florida Man: Texas Edition”
The legal tech space has been abuzz since LawPay’s acquisition of MyCase, so what’s the latest with this development? Jared goes to the source and talks with Dru Armstrong, CEO of LawPay, on the deep integrations the acquisition promises to...
09.14.2022
Jared’s Take on Law Firm Fees; The Coolness of the Indy Bar; & “Hoosier Hysteria”
Every bar association is unique, so there’s a whole lot we can learn from each other. Jared chats with Julie Armstrong, executive director at the Indianapolis Bar Association, about the importance of being a culturally aware and forward-thinking organization. Julie...
08.30.2022
The R-Rated Comedy Drought; Workload Management for Law Firms; & “The Jeffrey Toobin Experience”
When new work comes into your law firm, whose desk should it land on? Oftentimes, the workload falls too heavily on a few, rather than being balanced amongst firm members. Jared brings on Dov Slansky to talk us through operational...
08.17.2022
5 Upgrades for Engagement Agreements; Lean Law with Larry Port & Dave Maxfield; & “Disposable Income”
A real shocker, we know, but many law firms are still struggling with efficiency. Surely you’re not among them… ahem… but, just in case, Jared welcomes Larry Port and Dave Maxfield, authors of The Lean Law Firm and its accompanying...
08.02.2022
Talent Search Tactics & The Legal Job Market
Employers have experienced massive shifts in hiring practices the past few pandemic-affected years, and those who leaned into hybrid/remote work scooped up quality talent left and right. But, nowadays, law firms are discovering that new talent is harder and harder...
07.20.2022
Content Marketing with Real Personality; Perfect Albums Vol. 2; and a Game Called “Bag of Dicks”
Being so weird, so unique, so nerdy, and so “you” CAN actually be the foundation of your business plan. Jared talks with Mike Whelan about the ins and outs of using personality-driven content creation to grow your law firm. Worried...
06.29.2022
Team Coco; An Insider’s View on Great CLEs; and “Course Correction”
Continuing legal education was slowly moving online even before COVID-19 hit, but nowadays, online, in-person, and hybrid CLE programs are all just part of the norm. Jared chats with Bruce Richard about what the post-pandemic CLE experience is like for...
06.14.2022
LawPay buys MyCase; Modernizing Your Client Communications; and “What Would Florida Man Do? – Summer Edition!"
The way we see it, you’re either ghosting your clients on purpose (for shame!), or you’re just super busy like every lawyer, ever, and don’t know how to keep everybody in the loop (okay, we get that). So, Jared Correia...
05.31.2022
Margaret Atwood and Matthew Gibson discuss the LongPen, Originalism, and More
Yes, that Margaret Atwood—famous author of “The Handmaid’s Tale” and tons more, is really here on The Legal Toolkit! But first, Jared chats with Matthew Gibson about how innovations involving video, audio and LongPen robotic pens are giving e-signatures the ability to truly meet legal...
05.18.2022
The Big 4 Softwares Tools You Need; and Having Fun with Your Marketing Plan, with Cady Darago
Half-assed marketing plans not really working for you? Jared’s got Cady Darago here to nudge (or shove, nicely, if needed) you in the direction you actually need to go. They chat about effective, fun approaches to marketing your law firm,...
05.04.2022
Alternative Careers for Lawyers, with Lauren Fernandez; and “The All-Out Artery Clogger”
Jared chats with Lauren Fernandez about her experiences moving from a career as a practicing lawyer to a business owner and entrepreneur in the restaurant industry. For lawyers looking for a change, tune in for her tips on making the...
04.19.2022
Honing Your Online Presence; Really Honing Your Online Presence; and “Lance-A-Lot”
Every single referral you get is going to google you before they give you a call, so… what will they find? If you’re not sure, that’s a problem. Jared says it’s time to take a hard look at your website...
04.05.2022
“Harold and Maude”; Newsletter Magic with Shaun Buck; and “Idaho? YOUdaho!”
Ever wanted to watch a dark, oddball love story about a death-obsessed couple with a 60-year age gap? Jared’s got just the thing! The 1971 film, “Harold and Maude” is a cult classic and has a Cat Stevens-centric soundtrack, so, obviously, a...
03.15.2022
Outsourcing—Do It!; Content Production with a Professional Writer; and “The Town”
Jared thinks all y’all need a talking-to about outsourcing. Lawyers, as high-achievers, think they can do everything on their own, but they’re probably just wasting time and money. Jared explains the profitability of outsourcing work outside your area of expertise...
03.01.2022
The Best Show on TV; How to Contract with Laura Frederick; and “Legal Toolkit Trivia” with Jane Kuhuk
As we all know, “Quantum Leap” was Jared’s favorite TV show as a kid, but his current favorite is… “Bluey!” What’s that, you ask? Tune in for Jared’s take on why this Australian children’s program should take priority on your...
02.15.2022
Delegating Law Firm Workflows; and “Live From the Playroom” with Erinn Peet Lukes!
Inefficient and don’t know why? Jared will sort you out. Listen in for tips on creating and delegating workflows to make your firm’s processes efficient from start to finish. Next up, a brand new feature! In this, the inaugural edition of...

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The Legal Toolkit episodes:

The AI Software Landscape for Lawyers; AI in E-Discovery with Cat Casey

Superior Sketch Comedy; Opting Out of Legal Tech; & “Stuck in the Middle With You”

3 Simple Rules for Safer GenAI Use; AI’s Role in Legal Practice; and “Brother Up”

Remote Work: Dude, It's Fine; Onboarding Legal Technology; and Art by Rob Joyner

Obnoxious Email Responses; Data Security for Dummies; & “Doubling Up”

Jared’s Obscure Holiday Viewing Guide; Building Your Law Firm C-Suite; and Correia Family Stories

Perfect Albums, Vol. 5; Analyze This; “Overrated, Underrated—Thanksgiving Edition”

How Much Should You Pay for AI Tools?; Insurance Best Practices; and “Historic Mistakes”

A New Era of Advertising; Perfecting Workplace Communication; and “A Rose By Any Other Name”

Sci-Fi Roundup; Document Management with Microsoft 365; and “Star Tours”

3 Real-Life Uses for Generative AI in Legal; Empowering Women Lawyers with Rachel Clar; & “Town in Upstate NY, Town in Rural Alabama, or Discontinued Household Cleaner?”

Good Vibes, Jimmy Buffett; Chuki Obiyo’s Laws for Growing Your Law Firm; & “Fake-Ass Holidays”

5 Essential Tips for Going Solo; “Live from the Playroom” with Mark Oblinger

5 KPIs You Need Now; Asking the Right Questions About Software; & “Dream Podcast Music”

Software Integrations; Emil Ali talks IP Ethics; and “A Day at the Movies”

Succession Spoilers Galore; What PR Can Do for You; and Succession Children’s Theater

Bar Associations, Side Hustles, & More with Rio Peterson and Annoying “Name Songs”

Time to Change Your Lame Logo; Stop Thinking Like a Lawyer; and “Deep Cuts with Steve Seckler”

AI Tells Lame Jokes; The Fastcase/vLex Merger; and “ChatGPT Jeopardy!”

Perfect Albums, Vol. 4; The Attorney Whisperer—Randa Prendergast; and “Beantown Beanfest”

The Perfect Intake Form; Turning Data Collection on Leads into Profits; and “What Would Georgia Man Do?”

A Flipping Disaster; Bruce La Fetra—Client Whisperer; and “Technical ‘Knox’ Out”

Finding Legal Mentors, The Expert Witness Roundtable, and Perry Mason

Jared’s Latest TV Obsession; Strategic Communications with Jessica Chen; “And the Award Goes To…”

A Fair Dinkum Interview with Chris Stock and “Shit Australians Say”

Swifties, Assemble!; Lawyers Need Vacations; and “Travel Etiquette”

TV Gems of an 80s Childhood; Better Law Firm Management; and “Not-So Happy Endings”

Law Firm for Sale — Planning Your Exit Strategy, and “The Cost is Correct!”

Data Integration–Simplified; Efficiency Plays for Law Firms; and “Shit Miamians Say”

Hyped for “Cocaine Bear”; Filevine’s Ryan Anderson; and “The Magnificent Andersons”

Legal Tech’s Second Wave, A Different Take on Diversity in Business, and The Legal Toolkit Law Review Hour

The Skinny on Biden’s Loan Forgiveness Program; Perfect Albums Vol. 3; and “Forgive Me”

Consumer-Centric Pricing; Document Assembly for Lawyers; & “Documentary History”

How To Avoid a Serial Killer; Better Law Firm Intake Management; & Craft Brewing

The LawPay/MyCase Sitch with Dru Armstrong; & “Florida Man: Texas Edition”

Jared’s Take on Law Firm Fees; The Coolness of the Indy Bar; & “Hoosier Hysteria”

The R-Rated Comedy Drought; Workload Management for Law Firms; & “The Jeffrey Toobin Experience”

5 Upgrades for Engagement Agreements; Lean Law with Larry Port & Dave Maxfield; & “Disposable Income”

Talent Search Tactics & The Legal Job Market

Content Marketing with Real Personality; Perfect Albums Vol. 2; and a Game Called “Bag of Dicks”

Team Coco; An Insider’s View on Great CLEs; and “Course Correction”

LawPay buys MyCase; Modernizing Your Client Communications; and “What Would Florida Man Do? – Summer Edition!"

Margaret Atwood and Matthew Gibson discuss the LongPen, Originalism, and More

The Big 4 Softwares Tools You Need; and Having Fun with Your Marketing Plan, with Cady Darago

Alternative Careers for Lawyers, with Lauren Fernandez; and “The All-Out Artery Clogger”

Honing Your Online Presence; Really Honing Your Online Presence; and “Lance-A-Lot”

“Harold and Maude”; Newsletter Magic with Shaun Buck; and “Idaho? YOUdaho!”

Outsourcing—Do It!; Content Production with a Professional Writer; and “The Town”

The Best Show on TV; How to Contract with Laura Frederick; and “Legal Toolkit Trivia” with Jane Kuhuk

Delegating Law Firm Workflows; and “Live From the Playroom” with Erinn Peet Lukes!