It's December, and you know what that means! It's holiday time, and between moving into my new house (yes, again!) and celebrating, I'm one busy gal, so I'm taking a much-needed break from writing and recording the podcast. This year, we are celebrating our FIFTH year of the Wealth Woman Lawyer podcast by sharing with you the most popular episodes in 2024, starting with number two on our list of the top episodes. We hope you enjoy it as much as we have and that you are ending your year on a happy note.

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In today’s episode of the Wealthy Woman Lawyer® podcast, I sit down with Vanessa Vasquez de Lara, Esq., the founder and owner of the Vasquez de Lara Law Group. Vanessa has dedicated her life to helping families navigate the intricacies of the law by ensuring their rights are honored and upheld in family court.

Vanessa graduated cum laude from the University of Miami School of Law in 2002. Shortly after starting her own law practice in 2012, she was named to the Super Lawyers’ Rising Stars. She has been recognized as one of the elite family law attorneys in Miami and has been named to the  “Super Lawyers List” every year since 2016.

Vanessa currently serves as the President of the Coral Gables Bar Association and on the Board of the Miami Dade County Bar Association. She has been featured multiple times on Univision’s Despierta America, the No. 1 national morning show on Spanish language television that has been running for more than two decades. 

Listen in as Vanessa and I discuss:

• Her journey as the first attorney in her family to owning her own law firm business and scaling it to a team of 25 and multiple 7 figures
• What led her to start her own family law firm
• The lesson she learned from her job as the only associate of another solo attorney
• Why she chose to take a break from practicing law before starting her own firm (and the unique business she started instead)
• The mindset strategy she used to overcome fear of hiring other lawyers
• The superpower that helped her get out of the day-to-day details of her law firm
• What she looks for when hiring staff and attorneys
• Why she prioritizes her law firm’s culture (and how she fosters it)
• Why she decided to hire her husband as her COO
• And much more!

Links to Love:
 
 ***Want to connect with Vanessa and the Vasquez de Lara Law Group?  Visit the website:  Familylawprotection.com)

*** Is 2025 the year you want to make more money in your law firm business without being overloaded with “hard work”? Register for my *new* free training and watch it now. It’s called: How to Build a Wealth-Generating Law Firm: 3 Strategies for Women Law Firm Owners That Double Your Revenue Without Doubling Your Workload.

It's December, and you know what that means! It's holiday time, and between moving into my new house (yes, again!) and celebrating, I'm one busy gal, so I'm taking a much-needed break from writing and recording the podcast. This year, we are celebrating our FIFTH year of the Wealth Woman Lawyer podcast by sharing with you the most popular episodes in 2024, starting with number three on our list of the top episodes. We hope you enjoy it as much as we have and that you are ending your year on a happy note.

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In this week’s episode, I delve into what is perhaps the number one challenge law firm owners face when they are attempting to transition from solo attorney to CEO of a law firm business, and that is cultivating a high-performing legal team.

Once we overcome the fear of hiring that first associate attorney—which is a huge obstacle in and of itself for most solos—we often are then faced with what it REALLY means to cultivate, train, and manage a multi-person legal team including attorneys, paralegals, and legal administrators.

The transition from a solo lawyer or boss of one or two staffers is drastically different from leading a legal team. And most law firm owners are not only NOT prepared for the transition, but also have no idea what’s coming.

Listen in as I share:

• 15 challenges law firm owners face when attempting to hire, train, retain and grow a high-performing team (or any team).
• Why I think it’s important you begin thinking about these challenges before you even have a big team.
• 5 “mindset shortcuts” I use and teach my clients that help to overcome overwhelm and fear around cultivating a right-fit team.
• One way you can get help to grow your right-fit team faster.
• And much more!

Links to Love:

*** Is 2025 the year you want to make more money in your law firm business without being overloaded with “hard work”? Register for my *new* free training and watch it now. It’s called: How to Build a Wealth-Generating Law Firm: 3 Strategies for Women Law Firm Owners That Double Your Revenue Without Doubling Your Workload.

It's December, and you know what that means! It's holiday time, and between moving into my new house (yes, again!) and celebrating, I'm one busy gal, so I'm taking a much-needed break from writing and recording the podcast. This year, we are celebrating our FIFTH year of the Wealth Woman Lawyer podcast by sharing with you the most popular episodes in 2024, starting with number four on our list of the top episodes. We hope you enjoy it as much as we have and that you are ending your year on a happy note.

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In today’s episode of the Wealthy Woman Lawyer® podcast, I’m bringing back my friend, Darren Wurz, creator of The Lawyer Millionaire. We had so much to discuss in our first interview last year that I knew I needed to bring him back for more.

Darren Wurz is a fee-only financial advisor and co-owner of Wurz Financial Services, a family business he runs with his dad and younger brother. He is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ and earned his master’s degree in financial planning from Golden Gate University.

Darren has developed expertise in the unique financial planning needs of those in the legal profession, and he now specializes in serving attorneys and law firm owners. His mission is to help his clients achieve financial independence as they define it. As a small business owner himself, he particularly understands the challenges of solo practitioners and small firm owners.

He hosts The Lawyer Millionaire Podcast, which is available wherever you get your podcasts. He is also the author of The Lawyer Millionaire: The Complete Guide for Attorneys on Maximizing Wealth, Minimizing Taxes, and Retiring with Confidence, published by the American Bar Association. Darren is a member of the American Bar Association and the Financial Planning Association.

In today’s episode, Darren and I discuss…

• How decision fatigue may be holding you back from building wealth (and how to alleviate it)
• Need-to-know basics for wealth-building, plus Darren’s favorite wealth-building “trick”
• How to build wealth even when you are in debt
• The number one mistake people make with paying off debt
• What it means to buy or create assets (and why it is critical to build wealth)
• The big lie we tell ourselves about building wealth
• The first thing you should include when creating your business plan
• Tax leverage strategies
• And much more!

 Links to Love:
 
 ***Check out The Lawyer Millionaire podcast on Apple Podcasts and connect with Darren and his team at The Lawyer Millionaire, or grab your copy of Darren’s book, The Lawyer Millionaire on the ABA website.

***Book a Practice Growth Assessment call with me.

***Head over to our website and add yourself to our email list by grabbing a copy of our popular guide: What Wealthy Woman Law Firm Owners Know That You Don’t. www.wealthywomanlawyer.com

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*** Is 2025 the year you want to make more money in your law firm business without being overloaded with “hard work”? Register for my *new* free training and watch it now. It’s called: How to Build a Wealth-Generating Law Firm: 3 Strategies for Women Law Firm Owners That Double Your Revenue Without Doubling Your Workload.

In this episode of the Wealthy Woman Lawyer® podcast, I speak with Estelle Gibson, a holistic financial coach and CPA with more than 40 years of experience in finance, purchasing, and management. Estelle is also the author of two bestselling books, a TED speaker with 2.3 million+ views, and a dedicated advocate for financial literacy.

Estelle shares her personal journey from financial dependency to financial empowerment, the groundbreaking framework she uses to help her clients rewrite their money stories, and practical strategies to break free from limiting beliefs and achieve financial freedom. Her unique approach combines personalized money management with mindset mastery to create lasting transformations.

Listen in as Estelle and I discuss:

• How financial dependency impacts personal and professional lives
• The four levels of belief that shape our money mindset
• What financial freedom means and how to define it for yourself
• The importance of facing financial realities and creating a spending plan
• Strategies for overcoming debt and building a financial legacy
• How to choose the right financial team to support your goals

LINKS TO LOVE:

To connect with Estelle and learn more about her work, visit her website: https://www.estellegibson.com.

Watch Estelle’s powerful TED talk, Financial Dependency: https://www.ted.com/speakers/estelle_gibson.

Order Estelle’s bestselling books, Rewrite Your Money Story and Poor By Choice, on her website or through major booksellers.
 
 

Is 2025 the year you want to make more money in your law firm business without being overloaded with “hard work”? Register for my *new* free training and watch it now. It’s called: How to Build a Wealth-Generating Law Firm: 3 Strategies for Women Law Firm Owners That Double Your Revenue Without Doubling Your Workload.

In this episode of the Wealthy Woman Lawyer® podcast, I chat with Erin Andersen, a national flat-rate hiring manager specializing in staffing for small and medium-sized law firms. Erin shares her expertise on creating sustainable, culture-focused recruitment processes, and her unique fee structure that makes hiring accessible and scalable for smaller firms.

With a certification in workplace culture and years of experience navigating the challenges of law firm recruitment, Erin is passionate about helping firms find the right technical and cultural fit. Her approach has enabled numerous law firms, particularly those led by women, to grow their teams while maintaining financial efficiency.

Listen in as Erin and I discuss:

• The unique challenges small law firms face in recruitment and scaling
• Why workplace culture is critical to employee retention and firm success
• Practical steps for assessing and enhancing your law firm’s culture
• Insights into modern recruitment trends, including flexibility and hybrid work environments
• Strategies for attracting top talent while keeping costs manageable
• Why Erin loves LinkedIn for recruiting and hiring

LINKS TO LOVE:

To connect with Erin, follow her on LinkedIn. Linkedin.com/in/yourbrandnetworker

To book a free consultation with Erin, email her at: [email protected]

READY TO SCALE YOUR LAW FIRM AND MAKE MORE MONEY THAN EVER WHILE WORKING LESS? Register for my *new* free training and watch it now. It’s called: How to Build a Wealth-Generating Law Firm: 3 Strategies for Women Law Firm Owners That Double Your Revenue Without Doubling Your Workload. 

In today’s episode of the Wealthy Woman Lawyer® podcast, I chat with Rho Thomas, an attorney and financial coach who helps lawyers gain control over their finances to build a life of freedom and choice.

Rho, who began her journey as a trademark attorney, shifted to financial coaching once she learned how to pay down her own $678K in debt, primarily from law school and her husband’s medical school loans. She believes that true wealth is having control of your time, which led her and her husband to the goal of paying off debt before starting their family so they would have ample time to spend with their children when the time came.

For the last four-plus years, Rho has helped other lawyers get out of debt and manage their money better to create freedom and choice in their own lives. She also hosts the Personal Finance for Lawyers podcast, where she shares strategies each week for lawyers to improve their money mindset and manage their money to achieve true wealth.

Listen in as Rho and I discuss:

• The mental and emotional impacts of carrying significant debt and how to overcome them.
• Key strategies for lawyers looking to improve cash flow and better manage their personal finances.
• Rho's advice on prioritizing expenses and making financial decisions that align with personal values.
• Her personal journey from big law to financial independence and why she made the leap to full-time financial coaching.
• Practical tips for couples navigating financial differences and aligning on shared goals.
• Why financial freedom is about more than just numbers—it’s about creating options and living life on your own terms.
• And much more!

LINKS TO LOVE:

To learn more about Rho and connect with her, check out:

Our previous episode: https://wealthywomanlawyer.transistor.fm/episodes/rho-thomas-shifting-your-mindset-towards-financial-independence

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamrhothomas

Website: https://www.rhothomas.com

Also grab her free gift for Wealthy Woman Lawyers listeners: https://www.rhothomas.com/wwl

READY TO SCALE YOUR LAW FIRM AND MAKE MORE MONEY THAN EVER WHILE WORKING LESS? Register for my *new* free training and watch it now. It’s called: How to Build a Wealth-Generating Law Firm: 3 Strategies for Women Law Firm Owners That Double Your Revenue Without Doubling Your Workload.

In today’s episode of the Wealthy Woman Lawyer® podcast, I share my thoughts on a critical topic facing law firm owners these days: handling the sudden loss of multiple employees. This discussion was inspired by recent conversations with women law firm owners facing the challenge of high turnover, the emotional toll it can take on the owner of a small firm, and practice steps to keep you moving forward it this happens to you.

Listen in as I discuss:

• The reality of employee turnover in law firms and how to move ahead when several employees leave at once.
• 6 external factors driving high turnover.
• Strategies you can implement to help you move on quickly (and with grace).
• Why (and how) you should ABR (Always Be Recruiting).
• The essential mindset shift for law firm owners who are scaling and want to cultivate a reliable, loyal team. (Plus the exact next steps to take if you want to build a law firm business that functions without you being on call 24/7/365).

LINKS TO LOVE:

Are you beyond ready to pull yourself out of the daily grind of running your solo or small law firm and start building a profitable, sustainable, wealth-generating law firm that runs itself instead of running you into the ground? If so, I highly encourage you to watch my free training now. If you love the Wealthy Woman Lawyer® podcast, you’ll love this training even more. Register here: Build a Wealth-Generating Law Firm: 3 Strategies for Women Law Firm Owners That Double Your Revenue Without Doubling Your Workload.

In today’s episode of the Wealthy Woman Lawyer® podcast, I sit down with Brenda Barnes and Camille Stell, renowned experts in law firm management and attorney compensation strategies. Together, we explore their insights from their book "Respect: An Insight to Attorney Compensation Plans," which delves into creating equitable, respectful compensation frameworks for law firms.
 
With more than three decades in the legal and financial sector, Brenda Barnes, CPA, MBA, brings her expertise in law firm accounting, financial management, and compensation planning. Brenda has managed small to mid-sized firms, founded B2 Legal Management, LLC, and remains a sought-after consultant and speaker on optimizing financial operations within legal practices.
 
Camille Stell, founder and President of Lawyers Mutual Consulting & Services, has made significant contributions to law firm succession planning, modernizing legal practice management, and supporting attorneys' career transitions. A nationally recognized thought leader, Camille is also the co-author of "Designing a Succession Plan for Your Law Practice" and frequently addresses contemporary issues in law practice management.
 
 Listen in as Brenda, Camille, and I discuss:
 

• The concept of "respect" in attorney compensation and its critical role in retaining talent within law firms
• Strategies for developing modern compensation plans that promote transparency, equity, and inclusion
• The impact of changing generational expectations on compensation models and law firm culture
• Challenges solo and small firms face in competing with larger firms on compensation
• Building pathways to partnership and retention through innovative compensation structures
   
   LINKS TO LOVE:
   - Purchase "Respect: An Insight to Attorney Compensation Plans" by Brenda Barnes and Camille Stell"
  - To learn more about Brenda https://www.unanchoredjourney.com and Camille https://www.lawyersmutualconsulting.com/, visit their websites

WANT HELP GROWING YOUR LAW FIRM?
 If you are seeking help to grow a profitable, sustainable, wealth-generating law firm, check out my brand new *free* training—Build a Wealth-Generating Law Firm: 3 Strategies for Women Law Firm Owners That Double Your Revenue Without Doubling Your Workload.
 

In today’s episode of the Wealthy Woman Lawyer® podcast, I chat with Carey Worrell, founder and owner of Simple Law Texas, a practice dedicated to making legal assistance affordable, accessible, and straightforward for clients.
 
With a law degree from the University of Houston and Harvard Law School, Carey brings extensive experience across a range of legal settings, from prestigious law firms to the federal government, before launching her own firm. Her focus now is simplifying the legal process for families and business owners, helping them get legal assistance without unnecessary complexity.

 Listen in as Carey and I discuss:

• Her career journey from child psychologist aspirations to federal law clerk and now law firm owner
• The significance of simplicity in legal services and why it's key to her approach at Simple Law Texas
• How Carey’s unique approach makes legal protections more accessible to small businesses and families
• Her experience balancing personal life, family, and entrepreneurship and how she scaled her law firm over the past year
• The value of delegation and how Carey learned to empower her team to take charge of daily operations
• Why keeping processes simple and client-friendly leads to better outcomes for legal professionals and their clients
• And much more!

LINKS TO LOVE:
To learn more about Carey and her firm, visit her website SimpleLawTexas.com

If you are seeking help to grow a profitable, sustainable, wealth-generating law firm, check out my brand new *free* training—Build a Wealth-Generating Law Firm: 3 Strategies for Women Law Firm Owners That Double Your Revenue Without Doubling Your Workload.
 
 
 

In today’s episode of the Wealthy Woman Lawyer® podcast, I chat with Gianni Avalos, a Texas family law attorney best known as @SingleMomAttorney to her massive social media following.
 
Gianni has a combined following of more than 600,000 followers on Tiktok, Instagram, and Facebook, and she says an astounding 98% of her firm's clients come from her social media accounts. She shares the unique approach she’s taken to build her brand and her firm, Avalos Family Trial Attorneys, which focuses on serving single moms in Texas.
 
 Listen in as Gianni and I discuss:

• How she leveraged social media to build her law firm brand and why 98% of her clients come from her social platforms
• The challenges and benefits of niche marketing
• Gianni’s secrets to building a strong, loyal online community
• How she manages and leads a 7-figure law firm, growing her high-performing team and expanding to multiple jurisdictions in Texas
• The systems and strategies she’s implemented to maintain profitability and efficiency as her firm grows
• Tips for women law firm owners looking to scale their businesses and build a profitable, sustainable brand.
• And much more!

LINKS TO LOVE:

To learn more about Gianni and connect with her, visit her website and follow her on social media platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook.
 

If you are seeking help to grow a profitable, sustainable, wealth-generating law firm, check out my brand new *free* training—Build a Wealth-Generating Law Firm: 3 Strategies for Women Law Firm Owners That Double Your Revenue Without Doubling Your Workload.