Host Zane Myers interviews Ramin Montakab, founder of RTM Law, who made the pivotal transition from defending Fortune 500 companies to championing personal injury plaintiffs. This compelling conversation explores Ramin's unique specialization in autism advocacy, his unconventional path to building a multi-million dollar law practice starting from his attic during COVID-19, and his philosophy of deeply connecting with clients to tell their human stories in court.
Timestamps
00:00 – Introduction and guest welcome
02:15 – The pivotal moment that made Ramin switch from defense to plaintiff work
05:30 – What makes RTM Law's "really tough matters" approach unique
08:45 – Autism advocacy specialization and personal connection
12:20 – Using insider knowledge from insurance defense work
15:10 – Academic background vs. real-world litigation skills
17:30 – Scaling operations across multiple California locations
20:45 – Case valuation and settlement negotiation strategies
23:00 – Starting from zero: The attic-to-success story
28:15 – COVID-19 pivot and the Clubhouse podcast strategy
32:40 – Wife's support during the entrepreneurial journey
35:20 – Autism advocacy programs and community resources
38:50 – Building and managing a multi-disciplinary legal team
42:10 – Maintaining expertise across diverse practice areas
45:30 – Differentiating from national personal injury firms
48:20 – Rapid expansion across seven California offices
52:15 – Common mistakes in personal injury cases
56:30 – Case study: Representing clients with special needs
60:45 – Trial strategy and client connection philosophy
Guest Info: Ramin Montakab
Founder & Principal Attorney at RTM Law, APC
California (Santa Ana, Bakersfield, Los Angeles, Torrance, Victorville, San Diego, San Jose)
Website: rtmlawfirm.com
Personal Site: attorneyramin.com
Instagram: @rtmlaw
KEY TOPICS DISCUSSED
• The ethical awakening that led to switching from defense to plaintiff work
• Specializing in autism advocacy and special needs representation
• Building a law firm from zero during COVID-19 pandemic
• Leveraging Clubhouse podcasting for networking and business development
• Case valuation strategies and settlement negotiations
• Managing rapid expansion across multiple California markets
• The importance of personal client relationships in legal representation
• Common mistakes in personal injury cases and client care
• Differentiating from large national personal injury firms
• Trial strategy focused on human storytelling
RESOURCES MENTIONED
• Consumer Attorneys of Los Angeles
• Justice HQ
• Clubhouse platform (for networking during COVID-19)
• Regional centers for autism resources
• ABA therapy and occupational therapy services
• IEP (Individualized Education Program) meetings
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This episode discusses legal topics and personal experiences. The information shared is for educational purposes only and should not be considered legal advice. Consult with qualified legal professionals for specific legal matters.
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