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February 18 153. Bob Simon - Lunch With Bob
On this week’s episode, Maria sits down with friend and attorney Bob Simon. They discuss keeping a tight schedule, staying laser focused, moving abroad, his catholic upbringing, his sci-fi book, and what law will look like in the year 2030.
Get in touch with Bob at https://www.thesimonlawgroup.com/
Buy Bob’s Book “A Wonderful World: The End of Times”
Guest Bob Simon (@planetfunbob on Instagram) is a co-founder of the Simon Law Group — aka Justice Team — and acts as the primary trial attorney. Since launching the firm with his twin brother/wombmate/best friend, Brad Simon, in late 2009, it has grown from a boutique office with just a few people into a 9-figure annual practice recognized by its peers throughout the Country, with offices in California, Arizona, and Texas.
Host Maria Monroy (@marialawrank on Instagram) is the Co-founder and President of LawRank, a leading SEO company for law firms since 2013. She has a knack for breaking down complex topics to make them more easily accessible and started Tip the Scales to share her knowledge with listeners like you.
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February 11 152. Glen Lerner - The Great Law Firm Rollup
On this week’s episode, Maria sits down with close attorney Glen Lerner. They discuss the increasing trend of private equity entering the legal space, the skyrocketing cost of client acquisition, the inevitable integration of AI, and the importance of long-term brand building over short-term lead generation.
Get in touch with Glen at https://lernerandrowe.com/
Guest Glen Lerner (@lernerandrowe on Instagram) is a founding partner of Lerner and Rowe Injury Attorneys and Lerner and Rowe Law Group. He has successfully built not just a local name, but a national reputation. Glen Lerner deals with a large network of attorneys all over America to provide legal services in cases of personal injury, medical malpractice, hazardous products, and more.
Host Maria Monroy (@marialawrank on Instagram) is the Co-founder and President of LawRank, a leading SEO company for law firms since 2013. She has a knack for breaking down complex topics to make them more easily accessible and started Tip the Scales to share her knowledge with listeners like you.
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February 04 TTS Rewind! 121.Attorney Takeover! Ed Ciarimboli, Sach Oliver, Phillip Miller - $140M Kroger Verdict
On this week’s episode, Attorney and Master Chef Ed Ciarimboli takes
over hosting duties on Tip the Scales with guests Sach Oliver and
Phillip Miller. They discuss and deep dive into their strategies for
their $140M verdict against Kroger. In this wrongful death case, a
Kroger tractor trailer driver fatally struck a fireman who was assisting
at the scene of a wreck.
Get in touch with Ed at https://www.fellermanlaw.com
Get in touch with Sach at https://www.oliverlawfirm.com
Get in touch with Phillip at https://philliphmiller.com/
Host Ed Ciarimboli (@edciarimboli on Instagram) is an attorney and
founding partner at Fellerman & Ciarimboli Law PC. Attorney
Ciarimboli concentrates his practice on trucking and auto collision and
medical malpractice litigation. He has been selected for inclusion in
the Pennsylvania Super Lawyers® list every year since 2008
Guest Sach Oliver (@oliverlawfirm on Instagram) has been recognized by
the national organization American Association for Justice, as an
excellent trial lawyer. He is one of only two board certified members of
the ATAA in Arkansas. Sach’s position or role is the advocate in court
conducting the opening and closing statements, jury selection, direct
and cross exams of witnesses.
Guest Phillip Miller (Miller Law Offices on Facebook) is a nationally
recognized attorney who specializes in representing people and families
who have experienced serious, catastrophic injuries and death. He is
certified as both a civil trial specialist and a pre-trial specialist by
the National Board of Trial Advocacy.
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January 28 TTS Rewind: 63. Joey Rafaeli - Running a Virtual Law Firm
Originally Aired January 10, 2024
Joey Rafaeli started a Law Firm in his childhood bedroom during the
Covid lockdown and is now overseeing fifteen employees of a fully remote
company. He is an experienced Florida attorney who represents
individuals injured as a result of other people’s negligence.
On this week’s episode, Maria speaks with Joey about running a virtual
law firm, the value of money, how to grow leads with Instagram, how to
build personal and professional relationships, hiring remote employees
and how lavish purchases can help build your businesses.
To connect with Joey, visit https://rafaelilaw.com
Other episodes you might enjoy:
9. Grit and Determination: Creating Your Own Opportunities
12. From $7 to $7 Million: Mobile Advertising and Optimism
25. Social Media Breakdown: A Step-By-Step Guide to TikTok for Attorneys
Previous Guests: Chris Massaro, Kevin Kennedy, Lawrence LeBrocq,
Jefferson Fisher, Amanda Demanda, James (TopDog) Helm, Gary Dordick, Joe Volta, Ed Ciarimboli, Michael Mogill, Jay Vaughn, Andre Regard, Bob
Simon, Mark Anderson, Chad Dudley, Raymond Mieszaniec, Pratik Shah, John Campbell, David Bayer, Darryl Isaacs, Kurt Zaner, Joe Fried, Sean
Claggett, Justin Watkins, Jeremy Tissot, Przemek Lubecki, Mauro Fiore,
Mark Bratt, Glen Lerner, Rick Ferri, Yosi Yahoudai, Dan Ambrose, Greyson
Goody, Teresa Diep, Taly Goody, Sevy Fisher, Sahm Manouchehri, Mike
Agruss, Bibi Fell, Kenny Habetz, Mike Morse, Sara Williams, Jennifer
Gore-Cuthbert, Brett Schreiber, Ali Awad, Chava Mercado, Amanda Baggett,
Max Antony, Muhammad Ramadan, Lena Haviland, Harry Plotkin, Claire
Plotkin, Gary Sarner, Irving Pedroza.

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January 21 TTS Rewind: 61. Taylor Dordick - Fashion Tips, $2B Verdict, Being Gary Dordicks Daughter
Originally Aired December 27, 2023
Do you often worry if your fashion sense is appropriate for the
workplace? Are you having trouble finding your one true passion? Have
you ever had issues navigating the family business? If any of these
questions speak to you, make sure to listen to this week’s podcast.
Taylor Dordick is a personal injury attorney at Dordick Law Firm in
California. She is passionate about fighting for victims of abuse and
recently received a groundbreaking $2.28 billion verdict in the Jane Doe
v Fitzgerald sexual abuse case.
On this week’s episode, Maria speaks with Taylor about fashion in the
workplace, working with her family, being a legacy, and finding her
niche in fighting for victims of abuse.
Key Takeaways
Be smart about fashion. Yes, it is possible to dress appropriately for
the workplace and still feel confident about your looks. Taylor teaches
us that you don’t have to shop high end to feel high end. Search and you
can find great deals at places like Target, Nordstrom Rack, and Saks
OFF Fifth. And remember, tailor, tailor, tailor.
Don’t squander your privilege. Take every opportunity and leg up that
life gives you. Use it to do good, and don’t throw it away. There are
tons of people who would give anything to be in your position. Don’t let
them down.
Find your niche. Sometimes, you have to work to find your calling
because it’s not immediately apparent. Taylor found her niche in
fighting for victims of abuse. Don’t be afraid to try different things
until you find what makes you happy.
To connect with Taylor, visit https://dordicklaw.com/
Other episodes you might enjoy:
16. Own Your Career: Empowering Female Trial Attorneys
21. Compassion Through Crisis: Discovering Strength in Vulnerability
27. Find Your Footing: Growing Confidence and Prioritizing Health
Previous Guests: Kevin Kennedy, Lawrence LeBrocq, Jefferson Fisher,
Amanda Demanda, James (TopDog) Helm, Gary Dordick, Joe Volta, Ed
Ciarimboli, Michael Mogill, Jay Vaughn, Andre Regard, Bob Simon, Mark
Anderson, Chad Dudley, Raymond Mieszaniec, Pratik Shah, John Campbell,
David Bayer, Darryl Isaacs, Kurt Zaner, Joe Fried, Sean Claggett, Justin
Watkins, Jeremy Tissot, Przemek Lubecki, Mauro Fiore, Mark Bratt, Glen
Lerner, Rick Ferri, Yosi Yahoudai, Dan Ambrose, Greyson Goody, Teresa
Diep, Taly Goody, Sevy Fisher, Sahm Manouchehri, Mike Agruss, Bibi Fell,
Kenny Habetz, Mike Morse, Sara Williams, Jennifer Gore-Cuthbert, Brett
Schreiber, Ali Awad, Chava Mercado, Amanda Baggett, Max Antony, Muhammad
Ramadan, Lena Haviland, Harry Plotkin, Claire Plotkin, Gary Sarner,
Irving Pedroza.
#law #lawfirm #lawyer #fashion #fashionicon #fashionstyle #fashiontrends #style #styletips #clothing #professional #female #femalefashion #trendyfashion #familybusiness
30 min
January 14 TTS Rewind: 110. Nick Rowley - Monsanto, Cold Water, and Being a Rebel
Originally aired Dec 11, 2024
On this week’s episode, Maria talks with trial lawyer and founder of the
Rowley Law Firm, Nick Rowley. They discuss getting recognized by fans,
being father to 11 children, why cold showers are good for you, how
exercise impacts you in the courtroom, and the dangerous chemicals that
could be in the walls of your kid’s school.
Get in touch with Nick at https://www.nicholascrowley.com
Guest Nicholas Rowley (@jurytriallawyer on Instagram) has won more than
$3 Billion in jury verdicts and settlements across the country. By age
19, while in the military, Nick completed his bachelor’s degree and
three associates degrees and started working on a Master’s Degree. He
was trained and certified as a firefighter and worked as a volunteer
firefighter for a fire department near his military base. Nick continued
his service while he attended law school.
Host Maria Monroy (@marialawrank on Instagram) is the Co-founder and
President of LawRank, a leading SEO company for law firms since 2013.
She has a knack for breaking down complex topics to make them more
easily accessible and started Tip the Scales to share her knowledge with
listeners like you.
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January 07 TTS Rewind: 55. Amanda Demanda - Growing Your Business by Building a Personal Brand
This episode originally aired November 15, 2023
Creating an authentic brand around your business can have a big impact
on the growth of your firm. Don’t be afraid to step out of your comfort
zone.
As a Miami native, attorney Amanda Demanda stands up to big insurance
companies and businesses in pursuit of justice. She focuses her practice
specifically on representing people injured due to the negligence or
unsafe practices of others. Amanda firmly believes that products,
places, and health care are made safer through lawsuits that shed light
upon unsafe products and practices.
On this week's episode, Maria sits down with Amanda to discuss creating a
stand-out brand, not being afraid to break norms, diversifying
marketing, and working with the Spanish and elder communities.
Key Takeaways
Your professional brand doesn’t have to be your personal brand. Everyone
associates Amanda Demanda with her pink brand, but it’s not her
favorite color. She picked a color she knew would stand out in the
space. What works for your brand will be different than what works for
you personally. Do some market research before making a decision.
Diversify your marketing efforts. Don’t just focus on one form of
advertising. There are many forms of both digital and print marketing.
Amanda’s Instagram was deleted through no fault of her own. If that had
been her only platform, she would have been in a lot of trouble. Don’t
fall into that trap.
Know your demographics. Amanda Demanda knows how to cater to her large
Spanish and elder community followings. Figure out your target audience
and know how to best reach and represent them.
To connect with Amanda, follow her on Instagram @amandademandalaw
Other episodes you might enjoy:
3. Chad Dudley - Lead With Passion: Build On Strength
5. Gary Sarner - Trust and Exposure: The Secret Promise of Media
Campaigns
11. Amanda Baggett - Outshine the Competition: Authentic Branding and
Wise Spending
Previous Guests: James (TopDog) Helm, Gary Dordick, Joe Volta, Michael
Mogill, Jay Vaughn, Bob Simon, Mark Anderson, Chad Dudley, Raymond
Mieszaniec, David Bayer, Kurt Zaner, Joe Fried, Sean Claggett, Justin
Watkins, Mauro Fiore, Mark Bratt, Glen Lerner, Rick Ferri, Dan Ambrose,
Teresa Diep, Taly Goody, Sahm Manouchehri, Bibi Fell, Kenny Habetz,
Jennifer Gore-Cuthbert, Ali Awad, Chava Mercado, Amanda Baggett,
Muhammad Ramadan, Lena Haviland, Gary Sarner, and more.
00:00 Intro
01:22 Amanda’s TV studio
01:54 About Amanda’s name
02:40 Amanda’s law firm origin
05:05 Building a brand
23:48 Dealing with fame
28:46 Social media
30:56 Company growth
33:03 Diversifying marketing
40:36 Targeting the hispanic community
42:38 Customer experience
49:04 Outro
#law #lawfirm #lawyer #legal #growth #success #branding #brandawareness #pink #hispanic #spanish #advertising #marketing
51 min
December 31, 2025 TTS Rewind: 71. Peter McCool - On Being a Doctor, Lawyer, and Scientist
“I’ve been in rooms where a very very good, very successful medical
malpractice lawyer, just got it wrong. And the problem was you don’t
know what you don’t know and that’s what makes you dangerous.”
On this week’s episode Maria chats with doctor, lawyer, and scientist
Peter McCool. They discuss what it’s like to go through medical and law
school, the reason he changed his last name, balancing long hours with
home life, and the hardest job in the world.
Highlights
01:01 Is that your real name?
06:26 Hiring a doctor lawyer
22:15 Hardest job in the world
Guest Peter McCool is a founding partner of JusticeRX. He is a
board-certified emergency medicine physician and a licensed attorney.
Dr. McCool has held teaching positions at various institutions,
including the University of Illinois at Chicago and the University of
Illinois at Chicago emergency medicine residency at Illinois Masonic
Medical Center.
You can get in touch with Peter at https://www.lawmd.com/
Host Maria Monroy (@marialawrank on Instagram) is the Co-founder and
President of LawRank, a leading SEO company for law firms since 2013.
She has a knack for breaking down complex topics to make them more
easily accessible and started Tip the Scales to share her knowledge with
listeners like you.
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28 min
December 24, 2025 TTS Rewind: 53. Gary Dordick - A Trial Lawyer's Path to Health and Working With Family
This episode originally aired on November 1st, 2023.
Having the odds stacked against you doesn’t mean giving up. Finding your
path may be tough, but with hard work and determination, the
possibilities are endless.
Gary has held the record for the highest jury verdicts in numerous
courthouses, including a staggering $125 million-dollar jury verdict in
Ventura County in 2016. He went directly from high school to law school,
never attending college. He put himself through a four-year night
program while working at a law office, where he started as a file room
clerk. Immediately after passing the bar, Mr. Dordick opened his own law
firm, starting out with no employees. Now, Dordick Law Corporation has
three locations, fifty-six employees, and eighteen lawyers, including
his three kids, Michelle, Dylan, and Taylor, as associate lawyers.
On this week's episode, Maria sits down with Gary Dordick as they
discuss what it means to be healthy at 60, how he found his path through
martial arts, working with his kids, and how he sees the future of law.
Key takeaways
College isn’t everything. Not going to college doesn’t mean not being
successful. Carve your own path, learn from others, and take advantage
of every opportunity.
Don’t spoil your kids. Even though you may want to give them everything
you didn’t have, it’s ok to hold some things back. Teach them lessons
about the value of money and let them see how hard work and grit can
lead to a more fulfilling life.
Try new things. Don’t be afraid to take a chance. You may find your view
completely changed after giving it a try.
To connect with Gary, visit his website https://dordicklaw.com/
Previous Guests: Joe Volta, Ed Ciarimboli, Michael Mogill, Jay Vaughn,
Andre Regard, Bob Simon, Mark Anderson, Chad Dudley, Bob Simon, Gary
Sarner, Jen Gore-Cuthbert, Muhammad Ramadan, Amanda Baggett, Sara
Williams, Joe Fried, Bibi Fell, Sahm Manouchehri, Sevy Fisher, Taly
Goody, Teresa Diep, Dan Ambrose, Rick Ferri, Glen Lerner, and many
others
Other episodes you might enjoy:
2. The 2 Billion Dollar Man: Lessons from 30 Years of Law
27. Find Your Footing: Growing Confidence and Prioritizing Health
50. Optimizing Your Health and Your Law Firm
#law #lawfirm #lawyer #triallawyer #triallawyer #legal #personalinjurylawyer #personalinjuryattorneys #health #healthylifestyle #family #familytime #familyfun #personalinjuryattorneys
00:00 Intro
01:09 Staying healthy at 61
06:03 Martial arts changed my life
08:06 My kid's path to law
12:54 Big shoes to fill
14:02 Ambition and the value of money
17:38 Keep your kids close
20:18 The future of law
22:15 Outro
24 min
December 17, 2025 151. Chad Dudley - Law Firm Valuations and AI Trends
On this week’s episode, Maria sits down with close friend and attorney Chad Dudley. They discuss law firm valuations and acquisitions, strategic AI implementation, emerging AI trends, and Chad’s upcoming book “Seven Disciplines for Successful Firms”.
Get in touch with Chad at https://www.dudleydebosier.com/
Preorder Chad’s new book at https://www.trialguides.com/products/seven-disciplines-for-successful-firms
Guest Chad Dudley (@dudleydebosier on Instagram) started Dudley DeBosier Injury Lawyers with his partners, Steven DeBosier and James Peltier, in 2009. They have since recovered over a billion dollars for tens of thousands of individuals throughout the state of Louisiana. The firm now has over 50 attorneys with offices across the state. Chad has also been a consultant to personal injury firms for over 15 years. He has worked with over 200 firms across the country, helping them grow their practice.
Host Maria Monroy (@marialawrank on Instagram) is the Co-founder and President of LawRank, a leading SEO company for law firms since 2013. She has a knack for breaking down complex topics to make them more easily accessible and started Tip the Scales to share her knowledge with listeners like you.
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Our clients saw a 384% increase in first-time calls and a 603% growth in traffic in 12 months. Get your free competitor report at https://lawrank.com/report.
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