Arthur sat down with Garrick Hollander, co-founder and co-managing partner of Winthrop Golubow Hollander, LLP, a premier boutique insolvency and bankruptcy law firm based in Southern California. Garrick shared his unconventional journey, starting with his entrepreneurial ventures before law school, leading to his expertise in bankruptcy law, and ultimately establishing a thriving boutique firm focused on corporate debtor work.

Show Notes:

(0:49) Manufacturing headbands, running a mail order

(13:05) The transition to Winthrop Golubow Hollander, LLP

(22:50) The importance of family support in his success,

(27:45) When hiring and retaining staff, preference for a

(35:30) Recognizing red flags in clients, the importance of

(40:30) Building a reputation through passion, candor,

(46:44) For attorneys considering entrepreneurship, Garrick recommends gaining experience before starting a firm, building a client base, and having a clear vision for scaling.

(48:00) Closing thoughts

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Arthur sat down with Beilal Chatila, founder of Shatila Law LLP and CEO of Legal Guru. We discuss the challenges of launching a law practice from the ground up, the impact of cultural competency in serving clients, and the evolving role of AI in the legal industry.

Show Notes

(0:37) Moving from Michigan to California, establishing a law practice with a focus on underserved Arabic-speaking clients.

(2:34) Guerrilla marketing strategies in the legal world and how word of mouth has sustained Bilal’s business without the need for paid advertising.

(4:30) Overcoming early challenges, building client relationships, and developing a niche by leveraging cultural competency.

(7:20) Hiring and team-building strategies: The importance of finding driven individuals with strong community ties and how support staff could contribute to the firm’s success.

(8:39) Founding Legal Guru: A subscription-based legal service for small businesses and its mission to prevent legal issues before they escalate.

(14:32) The future of law and technology: Bilal’s perspective on AI’s role in transforming legal services, leveling the playing field, and impacting traditional law firms.

(17:29) Opportunities and challenges for attorneys in the digital age and how adapting to technological shifts can determine long-term success.

(19:32) Closing thoughts

Email Beilal: [email protected]

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Arthur sat down with Matthew Bourhis, CEO of Golden Gate Legal LLP and president of Bourhis Law Group. We dive into the challenges of starting a law firm, the importance of trust in partnerships, and the future of law with AI.

Show Notes

(1:45) The importance of finding passion in your legal career and the rewards of helping others.

(5:30) The value of mentorship and learning through real-world experiences in law.

(14:00) Building successful partnerships and strategically expanding your practice.

(19:00) Key considerations and challenges when starting and growing a law firm, including balancing legal skills with business management.

(30:00) How AI is transforming the legal industry, leveling the playing field, and shaping the future of law.

(39:00) Closing thoughts.

Email Matthew: [email protected]

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