Legal Leadership: From Courtroom to C-Suite with Dan Cuneo, Esq. 

In this insightful podcast episode, we sit down with Dan Cuneo, Esq., the Chief Operating Officer of Malone Hatley PC, as he shares invaluable lessons from his 20+ years of experience in legal and executive leadership.

Dan's journey from a litigator to a COO is filled with strategic vision, operational excellence, and a passion for fostering innovation and high-performing teams. We talked about his approach to effective law firm management, the importance of listening and mentorship, and the philosophy of putting people first to drive organizational growth. Tune in for an engaging discussion that offers practical advice for legal professionals and business leaders alike.

Connect with Dan:

Website: https://www.melonelawpc.com/about/our-attorneys/dan-cuneo/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dan-cuneo-1142547/

Dan's TEDx: https://youtu.be/wD0LePaeBNc?si=IXS8-pCQApGZkcEI

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Profit Leakage and Expense Management for Law Firms: Strategies and Best Practices

Join Kelley Brubaker, founder of Profit Scale Thrive, and webinar moderator Brittany Hoffmann as they dive deep into the crucial topics of profit leakage and expense management for law firms.

In this replay of a live webinar hosted by Above the Law and sponsored by 8:00 AM, Kelley shares hidden strategies and practical tips to ensure law firm financial health.

The discussion covers why profit leakage matters, common sources, strategies for better expense management, and practical takeaways to optimize firm profitability. Learn to transform overwhelm into confidence and create a thriving law firm.

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Insightful Conversations on Finance and Niche Marketing with Frank Rekas

In this episode, Kelley Brubaker interviews Frank Rekas, a well-known financial planner specializing in working with law firm owners. They discuss their professional backgrounds, the importance of niching in business, and share personal experiences about realizing the value of focusing on specific client bases. The conversation touches upon financial planning, risk management, and the crucial role of insurance coverage. Both Kelley and Frank provide valuable insights into the challenges and rewards of their niche markets, highlighting practical strategies for financial growth and stability.

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

Website: palmwealthpartners.com

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Finding the Right Financial Partner for Your Law Firm

In this episode of Your Profitable Law Firm podcast, host Kelley Brubaker addresses the most common questions law firm owners ask about choosing financial partners. Kelley covers various topics such as selecting bookkeeping services tailored for law firms, where to find outsourced bookkeeping help, cloud-based bookkeeping solutions, the importance of comprehensive financial reporting, and hiring CFO services that understand legal industry finances. Practical advice is given on evaluating potential financial partners to ensure compliance, clarity, and confidence in managing your firm's finances. Additionally, Kelley explains the significance of scaling financial systems to match the growth of a law firm and offers a free curiosity call to help firms determine their next best step.

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AI and Legal Practice: A Conversation with Carolyn Elefant

In this episode, Kelley Brubaker welcomes Carolyn Elefant, owner of a 30-year-old law firm and the author of the long-running blog myshingle.com. Carolyn shares her experience in using AI to enhance solo and small firm practices and discusses the challenges and changes within the legal industry.

They also talk about the cautious adoption of new technologies like AI, Carolyn's recent conference on using AI in legal practice, and her journey as a columnist for Above the Law. Carolyn details her latest book updates and offers inspirational advice for those considering starting their own firms.

Connect with Carolyn:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolynelefant/
• Blog: https://myshingle.com/archives/
• Solo By Choice Book: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0940675358/
• AI Teach-In: https://myshingle.com/ai-teach-in-for-lawyers/
• Follow on Above The Law: https://abovethelaw.com/author/carolynelefant/

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Transform Your Legal Practice with Flat Fee Billing: Kelley's Guide

In this episode, Kelley Brubaker discusses the financial unpredictability of hourly billing in the legal industry and explores the cashflow advantages of flat fees. Using a case study of a family law firm, Kelley illustrates how transitioning to flat fee billing can lead to more predictable revenue, reduced administrative overhead, stronger client relationships, better team focus, and improved forecasting. She also outlines a five-step process for implementing flat fees, helping legal practitioners create a more efficient and profitable practice.

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Building Efficient Law Firms and Leveraging Content Creation with Brian Glass

In this podcast episode, Kelley Brubaker welcomes Brian Glass, a personal injury attorney from Northern Virginia, to discuss effective strategies for law firm management. They talk about the importance of systems and habits that protect an owner's time, as well as innovative ways to repurpose content for marketing. Brian shares insights into his practices and experiences, and they both give practical advice on using technology and effective delegation to ensure a thriving legal practice. Brian also highlights the Great Legal Marketing Summit coming up in October featuring keynote speaker Dan Kennedy - link to register is below.

Connect with Brian:

✅ Register for the 2025 GLM Summit Oct 23-25: https://www.glmsummit.com/

✅ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fairfaxpersonalinjury/

✅ Brian's Podcast "Life Beyond the Briefs": https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-beyond-the-briefs/id1651002001

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Navigating the Growth Stages of Your Law Firm for Optimal ProfitabilityIn this episode of Your Profitable Law Firm podcast, Kelley Brubaker explores the critical growth stages of a law firm from solo practice to scaling with systems. Kelley discusses key considerations for each stage, such as revenue stability, role clarity, building a core team, and leveraging data-driven decisions. She emphasizes the importance of timing in hiring and provides practical tips on making strategic hires, tracking key metrics, and maintaining profitability. Kelley also highlights warning signs of premature or delayed hiring and offers advice on balancing leadership with legal work. Don't miss out on essential strategies for growing your dream law firm sustainably and profitably.Do you receive my newsletter? Sign up and enjoy access to free templates and checklists that support each podcast episode. Only those who are on the newsletter distribution list will receive this bonus content. Sign up now: https://www.profitscalethrive.com/newsletter-sign-up

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Maximizing Your Law Firm’s Online Potential with Anthony KarlsIn this episode, Kelley Brubaker hosts Anthony Karls, co-founder of Sterling Lawyers and president of Rocket Clicks. They discuss how niche marketing, specifically for family law, can greatly improve law firms' online presence and reduce 'leaky' websites.

Anthony shares the importance of responding to web leads promptly and optimizing online and offline interactions to enhance Google rankings. Additionally, he introduces the 'Waterfall Method', a strategy to track the entire client journey.

Kelley and Anthony also talk about the significance of capturing detailed client information to refine marketing efforts and the impact of SEO on legal practices. Furthermore, Anthony's upcoming book 'The Waterfall Method' promises to offer more insights into these strategies.

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Connect with Anthony

email: [email protected]

website: RocketClicks.com

call: (262) 510-6696

LI: in/AnthonyKarls

X: @Karls_Anthony

FB: /2311.Karls.Anthony

IG: @Karls.Anthony

YT: /@Karls.Anthony

podcast: RevenueRoadmap

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Balancing Client Work & Business Growth in Your Small Law Firm

In this episode, Kelley Brubaker explores the challenges small law firm owners face in balancing client work with business development. She discusses the common trap of reactive work, strategies for carving out 'CEO time,' batching tasks, delegating, and using KPIs to make informed decisions. Kelley emphasizes the importance of setting quarterly business goals for sustainable growth and achieving a law practice that supports your lifestyle. Tune in to learn practical steps to better manage your time and grow your practice effectively.

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