https://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalkOfficial podcast of the Association of Legal Administrators (alanet.org). We offer tips for pros in legal management: managing law firms, corporate legal departments and government legal agencies. For attorneys and legal managers alike.enBlogTalkRadio.com. All Rights Reserved.Fri, 20 Nov 2020 18:15:00 GMTFri, 13 Nov 2020 18:30:00 GMTLegalBlogTalkRadio Feed v2.0https://dasg7xwmldix6.cloudfront.net/hostpics/9feb8982-44b2-4363-9b6b-e482449062fe_lmtalk_500x500.jpghttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalkOfficial podcast of the Association of Legal Administrators (alanet.org). We offer tips for pros in legal management: managing law firms, corporate legal departments and government legal agencies. For attorneys and legal managers alike.twojtalewicz@alanet.orgLegal Management Talklegal management,law office,law firm,legal administrator,law practice,managing partner,business of lawLegal Management TalknoOfficial podcast of the Association of Legal Administrators (alanet.org).episodichttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2020/11/13/law-firm-life-after-covid-19-with-monique-mahlerLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2020/11/13/law-firm-life-after-covid-19-with-monique-mahler/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2020/11/13/law-firm-life-after-covid-19-with-monique-mahlerFri, 13 Nov 2020 18:30:00 GMTLaw Firm Life After COVID-19 with Monique MahlerThis episode of Legal Management Talk is brought to you by Jelly Marketing. Jelly's free Solutions Series webcast, What Can You Expect and What Should You Pay Your Marketing Vendors?, is happening Tuesday, December 1. Sign up here. Monique Mahler polled her fellow ALA members about what their firms are planning in the post-COVID-19 landscape, questioning them about everything from remote work policies to the future of their real estate footprint. Read more in the November/December Legal Management cover story, "Law Firm Life After COVID-19."  Mahler's research project is for her master's thesis at the University of Denver Strum College of Law. A scholarship from the Foundation of the Association of Legal Administrators helped fund her studies. Speaker Bio Monique Mahler is the HR Manager for BakerHostetler’s Houston and Dallas offices. She is the first recipient of the Foundation of the Association of Legal Administrators’ Student Legal Career Scholarship. Mahler received a bachelor’s in sociology from the University of Houston – Downtown. She will obtain her master’s degree in legal administration from the University of Denver’s Sturm College of Law in May 2021. 00:10:00Legal Management Talknolegal management,Law Firm,law firm management,remote work,work from homeMonique Mahler polled her fellow ALA members about what their firms are planning in the post-COVID-19 landscape.462b2a88-29f9-41ca-beaa-2efcefeaf3bbhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2020/10/26/redefining-the-markers-of-success-with-monica-wofford-cspLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2020/10/26/redefining-the-markers-of-success-with-monica-wofford-csp/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2020/10/26/redefining-the-markers-of-success-with-monica-wofford-cspMon, 26 Oct 2020 16:00:00 GMTRedefining the Markers of Success with Monica Wofford, CSPMonica Wofford, CSP, joined the podcast to walk us through the newest Legal Management continuing education course, "Where Are Your Markers?" She argues that re-evaluating how you mark your success can make you a more effective leader. Reading the article is enough to gain some insights, but if you complete a short assessment afterward, you can also earn a CE credit. Legal Management CE courses offer a quick and easy way to earn CE credits, particularly for hard-to-find topic areas like Ethics and Substance Abuse. As such, they’re particularly useful for Certified Legal Manager (CLM)® recertification. Whatever you use them for, it’s simply a matter of reading an article and completing a short assessment. Learn more here. Speaker Bio Monica Wofford is a leadership development coach, consultant and keynote speaker. As Chief Executive Officer of the training and consulting firm Contagious Companies, Inc., she and her team assist organizations and their management in developing powerful skills in leadership. She’s the author of Contagious Leadership and Make Difficult People Disappear. She has also been a frequent speaker at ALA’s national conferences and chapter events. Since March 2020, she has had the privilege of consulting as the Interim CEO of a two-county United Way nonprofit. 00:17:00Legal Management Talknolegal management,law firm management,Law Firm,Legal Industry,SuccessLeadership development coach Monica Wofford, CSP, walks us through her article, "Where Are Your Markers?"https://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2020/10/21/previewing-alas-virtual-master-class-with-kathy-gruver-phdLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2020/10/21/previewing-alas-virtual-master-class-with-kathy-gruver-phd/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2020/10/21/previewing-alas-virtual-master-class-with-kathy-gruver-phdWed, 21 Oct 2020 12:00:00 GMTPreviewing ALA's Virtual Master Class with Kathy Gruver, PhDSpeaker Kathy Gruver, PhD, is presenting two education sessions at the ALA Virtual Master Class: Critical Skills for Legal Management Success: CM10: Welcome and Opening Session: Conquer Your Stress: Go from Worrier to WarriorCM12: How to Get Anything Done with Anyone She joined the podcast to preview these sessions and discuss the importance of "soft skills," which are often devalued in favor of "hard skills." Register now for the virtual conference, happening on October 29! Speaker Bio Kathy Gruver, PhD, has graced stages on four continents — including two TEDx talks, three cruise ships and a handful of islands. She hosts a TV show based on her first book, The Alternative Medicine Cabinet, and has earned her PhD in natural health. Gruver is the 12-time award-winning author of seven books, including Conquer Your Stress, Workplace Wellness, Conquer Your Stress at Work and Journey of Healing. She has studied at the Benson-Henry Institute for Mind Body Medicine at Massachusetts General Hospital and has spent most of her life studying psychology and human behavior. Gruver has been featured as an expert in countless publications and has appeared on over 250 radio and TV shows. For fun and stress relief, Gruver does fly trapeze. 00:11:00Legal Management Talknolegal management,Law Firm,law firm management,legal manager,law firm administrationSpeaker Kathy Gruver, PhD, is presenting two education sessions at the ALA Virtual Master Class: Critical Skills for Legal Management Success.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2020/09/25/authentic-diversity-changing-the-workplace-for-good-with-michelle-silverthornLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2020/09/25/authentic-diversity-changing-the-workplace-for-good-with-michelle-silverthorn/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2020/09/25/authentic-diversity-changing-the-workplace-for-good-with-michelle-silverthornFri, 25 Sep 2020 14:00:00 GMTAuthentic Diversity: Changing the Workplace for Good with Michelle SilverthornDiversity and inclusion consultant Michelle Silverthorn is a former columnist for ALA's Legal Management magazine and a speaker at past conferences, including the Brezina session at the 2019 Annual Conference & Expo. Now, with her own company and a brand-new book under her belt, she rejoins ALA to discuss the current state of diversity, inclusion and equity and whether a permanent shift is coming to the workplace. You can read an excerpt from Michelle's book, Authentic Diversity: How to Change the Workplace for Good, in the next issue of Legal Management, which is out on October 9. Visit her website to find out how to purchase the book,  Read past Legal Management columns by Michelle here. In this episode, she mentions the Nice White Parents podcast and the Mansfield Rule. Listen to that podcast here and read more about Mansfield Rule here. Speaker Bio Michelle Silverthorn is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Inclusion Nation, a diversity consulting firm that partners with forward-thinking organizations to design authentic, inclusive workplaces built for success. A graduate of Princeton University and the University of Michigan Law School, she lives in Chicago with her husband and two daughters. 00:16:00Legal Management Talknolegal management,legal manager,law firm management,law firm administration,Human ResourcesDiversity and inclusion consultant Michelle Silverthorn, a past columnist, rejoins ALA to discuss her new book and whether a permanent shift toward equity is cohttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2020/09/21/working-around-micromanagement-with-jill-maganza-ruizLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2020/09/21/working-around-micromanagement-with-jill-maganza-ruiz/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2020/09/21/working-around-micromanagement-with-jill-maganza-ruizMon, 21 Sep 2020 14:00:00 GMTWorking Around Micromanagement with Jill Maganza-RuizIn the September cover story of Legal Management, "Working Around Micromanagement," we learned how a tough employee-manager relationship can make work unbearable. Jill Maganza-Ruiz, a senior human resources and talent executive for the largest firm in the United States, joined Legal Management Talk to provide some additional advice for both managers and employees. Speaker Bio Jill Maganza-Ruiz is a senior HR/Talent executive with more than 20 years' experience in the legal industry. She is currently the HR Director for Dentons US LLP and is based in the firm’s New York office. Jill has been a member of ALA since 2006.  00:11:00Legal Management Talknolegal management,legal manager,Law Firm,law firm management,law firm administrationSenior HR and talent executive Jill Maganza-Ruiz adds some background to our September Legal Management cover story.cd8cd2d4-a477-42d5-aa21-236a2ba524d9https://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2020/08/17/establishing-and-maintaining-a-wellness-program-with-krista-hartLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2020/08/17/establishing-and-maintaining-a-wellness-program-with-krista-hart/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2020/08/17/establishing-and-maintaining-a-wellness-program-with-krista-hartMon, 17 Aug 2020 17:30:00 GMTEstablishing and Maintaining a Wellness Program with Krista HartALA member Krista Hart discusses how and why she established a wellness program for staff and attorneys at her firm, Panitch Schwarze Belisario & Nadel. She also talks about how the program has had to adapt to the new normal of a remote workforce with many additional COVID-19-inflicted challenges. Look for Krista's "Tough Topics" column in the September 2020 issue of Legal Management. In the meantime, check out these existing ALA resources: Wellness Strategies During the Pandemic with Lance Breger (podcast) Keeping Your Head Above Water During COVID-19 (webinar) Zoom Fatigued? How to Stay Virtually Engaged Without Losing Our Minds (webinar) Wellness resources and roundtables featuring fellow legal management professionals (COVID-19 resources page) Speaker Bio Krista Hart is a Firm Administrator who is dedicated to assisting the Panitch Schwarze Belisario & Nadel attorneys and staff with all their workplace needs. Motivated by the belief that employees are the No. 1 asset of a firm, Hart sees her role as crucial to maintaining Panitch Schwarze’s workplace culture. She currently serves as President-Elect of Association of Legal Administrators’ Philadelphia Chapter. 00:11:00Legal Management Talknolegal management,legal,Law Firm,law firm management,law firm administrationALA member Krista Hart discusses how she established a wellness program for staff and attorneys at her firm and how the program has had to adapt to the new normhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2020/08/14/the-value-of-continuing-education-with-john-jakovenko-clm-sphr-mbaLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2020/08/14/the-value-of-continuing-education-with-john-jakovenko-clm-sphr-mba/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2020/08/14/the-value-of-continuing-education-with-john-jakovenko-clm-sphr-mbaFri, 14 Aug 2020 17:00:00 GMTThe Value of Continuing Education with John Jakovenko, CLM, SPHR, MBAALA member John Jakovenko, CLM, SPHR, MBA, chats about the importance of continuing education in the professional development of staff in a law firm or legal department. After all, the lawyers do CLE, don't they? Jakovenko is the instructor for ALA's HR-themed web-based courses, which delve deep over six weeks into the knowledge needed for success as a legal management professional. You can register now for HR2: Performance Management and Compensation, which begins on September 17, 2020. Speaker Bio John Jakovenko, CLM, SPHR, MBA, is the Firm Administrator at Sparks Law, LLC, in Alpharetta, Georgia. His career spans two decades and includes leadership roles in human resource departments in law firms in Los Angeles and Atlanta. He is also an adjunct professor at Kennesaw State University, teaching courses on human resources. 00:07:00Legal Management Talknolegal management,Law Firm,law firm management,law firm administration,legalJohn Jakovenko, CLM, MBA chats about the importance of continuing education in the professional development of staff in a law firm or legal departments.8dcb0841-cb7c-44e8-b506-893d09f096fbhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2020/05/25/leadership-during-uncertain-times-with-brianna-leungLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2020/05/25/leadership-during-uncertain-times-with-brianna-leung/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2020/05/25/leadership-during-uncertain-times-with-brianna-leungMon, 25 May 2020 16:00:00 GMTLeadership During Uncertain Times with Brianna LeungGrowthPlay Consultant Brianna Leung returns to the podcast to discuss her recent Legal Management cover feature about change, which turned out to be a prescient topic as the COVID-19 pandemic alters our professional and personal lives. Read the article, "Leading Through Change," and take a short exam if you'd like to earn a continuing education credit. You can hear Leung's last appearance on the podcast here. Speaker Bio Brianna Leung is a Principal Consultant with GrowthPlay, where she leverages talent analytics to help legal professionals drive innovation and change within their organizations. 00:21:00Legal Management Talknolaw firm management,law firm administration,legal management,Law Firm,legal managerGrowthPlay Consultant Brianna Leung discusses her recent Legal Management article about change, which turned out to be a prescient topic.10d5bdca-fe9b-41d9-8407-073acd8196a8https://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2020/05/18/marketing-and-managing-law-firm-expenses-after-covid-19-with-ross-fishman-jdLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2020/05/18/marketing-and-managing-law-firm-expenses-after-covid-19-with-ross-fishman-jd/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2020/05/18/marketing-and-managing-law-firm-expenses-after-covid-19-with-ross-fishman-jdMon, 18 May 2020 16:00:00 GMTMarketing and Managing Law Firm Expenses After COVID-19 with Ross Fishman, JDRoss Fishman, JD, expands on his recent Legal Management column about avoiding slashing all marketing costs due to the COVID-19-related business downturn ("The Top 5 Budget Items Law Firms Will Try to Slash in Response to COVID-19"). Instead, he advocates for hustling for new business, emphasizing busy practice areas and focusing your spend where it counts in order to stay competitive. Fishman's newest books can be found on Amazon: The Ultimate Law Firm Associate's Working-From-Home Marketing Checklist and The Ultimate Law Firm Partner’s Working-From-Home Marketing Checklist. Easter egg: See if you can count how many times the host's dog insists her squeaky toy is more important than this interview. Working from home! Speaker Bio Ross Fishman, JD, specializes in branding, websites and marketing training for law firms. A former litigator, marketing director and marketing partner, he has helped hundreds of firms dominate their markets. Fishman was the first inductee into the Legal Marketing Association’s “Hall of Fame.” He’s written seven marketing books, which are available on Amazon. 00:14:00Legal Management Talknolegal management,law firm management,law firm administration,law firm administrator,legal managerRoss Fishman, JD, expands on his Legal Management column about avoiding slashing all marketing costs and focusing your spend where it counts in order to stay co863a43cb-413d-4748-a417-3897953f9440https://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2020/04/13/wellness-strategies-during-the-pandemic-with-lance-bregerLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2020/04/13/wellness-strategies-during-the-pandemic-with-lance-breger/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2020/04/13/wellness-strategies-during-the-pandemic-with-lance-bregerMon, 13 Apr 2020 19:00:00 GMTWellness Strategies During the Pandemic with Lance BregerLance Breger joins us to talk about how to handle team-building, negative emotions and wellness as we deal with remote work and major stressors during the COVID-19 pandemic. Visit ALA's Coronavirus Response webpage for more resources. Speaker Bio Lance Breger is the Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Infinity Wellness Partners, where he helped create a WorkLIFE Wellness Program and Executive Coaching Program. His company partners with forward-thinking executives, organizations and industries around the world to spread holistic health throughout the corporate landscape to make wellness a priority in the workplace every day. 00:36:00Legal Management Talknolegal management,legal manager,law firm administration,law firm management,Law FirmLance Breger, CEO of Infinity Wellness Partners, joins us to talk about how to handle team-building, stress, negative emotions and wellness during the COVID-19https://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2020/03/25/three-types-of-operational-excellence-with-rob-matternLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2020/03/25/three-types-of-operational-excellence-with-rob-mattern/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2020/03/25/three-types-of-operational-excellence-with-rob-matternWed, 25 Mar 2020 20:30:00 GMTThree Types of Operational Excellence with Rob MatternRob Mattern discusses information governance, outsourcing and back-office efficiency as they relate to his latest educational offerings for the ALA audience. Learn more from Rob through an upcoming webinar, The Getting to Zero Strategy, and his column in the March issue of Legal Management, "The Efficiency of the Attorney Experience in Your Firm’s Back Office." Speaker Bio Rob Mattern, MBA, is President and Founder of Mattern, LLC. Mattern has been widely published, including recently in the The Wall Street Journal, Law Technology News and Legal Management magazine. He is an editorial board member of Law Journal Newsletters’ Accounting Financial Planning for Law Firms. 00:26:00Legal Management Talknolegal management,legal manager,law firm administration,Law Firm,law firm managementRob Mattern discusses information governance, outsourcing and back-office efficiency as they relate to his latest educational offerings for the ALA audience.3acacbad-a6a6-4cda-8bc5-b99278ffb8f4115fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2020/03/25/cost-recovery-for-e-discovery-and-litigation-with-rob-mattern-and-nathan-curtisLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2020/03/25/cost-recovery-for-e-discovery-and-litigation-with-rob-mattern-and-nathan-curtis/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2020/03/25/cost-recovery-for-e-discovery-and-litigation-with-rob-mattern-and-nathan-curtisWed, 25 Mar 2020 20:00:00 GMTCost Recovery for E-Discovery and Litigation with Rob Mattern and Nathan CurtisRob Mattern and Nathan Curtis discuss Mattern, LLC's first-of-its-kind survey about law firm cost recovery for e-discovery and litigation support. Find the survey here. Learn more from Rob through an upcoming webinar, The Getting to Zero Strategy, and his column in the March issue of Legal Management, "The Efficiency of the Attorney Experience in Your Firm’s Back Office." Speaker Bios Rob Mattern, MBA, is President and Founder of Mattern, LLC. Mattern has been widely published, including recently in The Wall Street Journal, Law Technology News and Legal Management magazine. He is an editorial board member of Law Journal Newsletters’ Accounting Financial Planning for Law Firms. Nathan Curtis, IGP, is a Consultant at Mattern, LLC, where he is focused on emerging technologies and their application in the legal environment, driving results through Mattern’s customized RFP process, and overseeing service, technology and policy implementations. He is also a Six Sigma Yellow Belt. 00:13:00Legal Management Talknolaw firm management,law firm administration,legal manager,legal management,law firmsRob Mattern and Nathan Curtis discuss Mattern, LLC's first-of-its-kind survey about law firm cost recovery for e-discovery and litigation support.f05c6803-adff-44af-89be-0a23c33ce77f114fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2020/03/23/coronavirus-related-it-and-remote-work-concerns-with-michael-kempsLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2020/03/23/coronavirus-related-it-and-remote-work-concerns-with-michael-kemps/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2020/03/23/coronavirus-related-it-and-remote-work-concerns-with-michael-kempsMon, 23 Mar 2020 17:30:00 GMTCoronavirus-Related IT and Remote Work Concerns with Michael KempsWe spoke with IT consultant Michael Kemps about managing the remote workplace and keeping IT systems afloat as law firms and legal departments revise work-from-home policies in the wake of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. He's a featured source in the Legal Management article "Surviving COVID-19: Tips for Managing a Healthy Workforce and Keeping Your Clients Informed." You can find more resources on ALA's Coronavirus Response webpage. Speaker Bio Michael Kemps is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Innovative Computing Systems, Inc., where he cultivates relationships with clients and partners and, with his management team, provides leadership, strategic and ethical direction and oversight of company operations. 00:10:00Legal Management Talknolegal management,legal manager,Law Firm,law firm administration,law firm managementIT consultant Michael Kemps talks about keeping your remote workplace afloat during the coronavirus pandemic.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2020/03/02/supporting-associates-into-becoming-rainmakers-with-stephanie-hannaLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2020/03/02/supporting-associates-into-becoming-rainmakers-with-stephanie-hanna/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2020/03/02/supporting-associates-into-becoming-rainmakers-with-stephanie-hannaMon, 02 Mar 2020 18:00:00 GMTSupporting Associates into Becoming Rainmakers with Stephanie HannaStephanie R. Hanna, Esq., the Founder of professional coaching firm The Other 85, discusses how to retain talented associates, teach them the ways of business and set them on a path toward rainmaker status. Stephanie is speaking at ALA's 2020 Annual Conference & Expo in Salt Lake City, Utah. Her Legal Industry/Business Management education session is titled Building Rainmakers: How to Help Set Up the Next Generation for Success. View the session description here. Speaker Bio Stephanie R. Hanna, Esq., is the Founder and Owner of The Other 85. She has been coaching law students and attorneys for the past decade — helping them navigate the profession, build their reputation and develop their careers. Having been a prosecutor, judicial staff attorney, solo practitioner, magistrate and law firm associate, Stephanie understands the dynamics at play in each environment. 00:13:00Legal Management Talknolegal management,law firm management,law firm administration,legal manager,Law FirmStephanie R. Hanna, Esq., the Founder of professional coaching firm The Other 85, discusses how to retain talented associates, teach them the ways of business ahttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2020/02/28/succession-planning-for-administrative-managers-with-cynthia-thomasLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2020/02/28/succession-planning-for-administrative-managers-with-cynthia-thomas/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2020/02/28/succession-planning-for-administrative-managers-with-cynthia-thomasFri, 28 Feb 2020 18:00:00 GMTSuccession Planning for Administrative Managers with Cynthia ThomasCynthia Thomas discusses how to protect your law firm's operations by succession planning not only for attorneys but also for administrators. She is speaking at ALA's 2020 Annual Conference & Expo in Salt Lake City, Utah. Her Human Resources Management education session is titled Don’t Let Institutional Knowledge Walk Out the Door: Succession Planning for Administrative Managers. View the session description here, and make sure you're registered for the May 3–6 event. Speaker Bio Cynthia Thomas is the Interim Operations Manager at A to Z Law and Owner of PLMC & Associates, a law firm management consulting company that provides best practices in human resources and staffing. She is the Associate Editor of the editorial board of Law Practice and the Co-Vice Chair of the ABA LP Lawyer Leadership and Management Committee. She often writes articles on and is invited to speak and conduct presentations focusing on law firm staffing of the future and lean staffing.  00:11:00Legal Management Talknolaw firm management,legal management,legal manager,law firm administration,successionCynthia Thomas, who's speaking at ALA's 2020 Annual Conference & Expo, discusses succession planning for administrators in law firms.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2020/02/21/adding-apps-to-your-toolkit-with-anna-cates-williams-jd-mbaLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2020/02/21/adding-apps-to-your-toolkit-with-anna-cates-williams-jd-mba/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2020/02/21/adding-apps-to-your-toolkit-with-anna-cates-williams-jd-mbaFri, 21 Feb 2020 18:00:00 GMTAdding Apps to Your Toolkit with Anna Cates Williams, JD, MBAAnna Cates Williams, JD, MBA, shares her thoughts about improving efficiency by increasing your app use. She is speaking at ALA's 2020 Annual Conference & Expo in Salt Lake City, Utah. Her Operations Management education session is titled Apps and Social Media: A Firm Administrator’s Toolkit. View the session description here, and make sure you're registered for the May 3-6 event. As she mentions in the podcast, you can reach out to Anna with questions via LinkedIn. Speaker Bio  Anna Cates Williams, JD, MBA, is the Executive Director of Walker Lambe, PLLC, a boutique estate planning firm in Durham, North Carolina. She drives marketing, operations and financial initiatives for the firm. Williams has a diverse work history in law firm marketing and operations. She began practicing law with a healthcare start-up in Nashville, Tennessee, where she worked within the legal procurement team, negotiating alternative billing strategies as the client. She later moved into business development and management with a leading legal staffing and recruiting organization, where she partnered with large firm marketing and practice development teams delivering e-discovery and managed services solutions.  00:12:00Legal Management Talknolegal management,law firm management,apps,applications,law firm administrationAnna Cates Williams, JD, MBA, who's speaking at the 2020 Annual Conference & Expo, shares her thoughts about improving efficiency by increasing your app use.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2019/12/09/resolving-to-balance-the-scales-in-2020-with-brianna-leungLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2019/12/09/resolving-to-balance-the-scales-in-2020-with-brianna-leung/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2019/12/09/resolving-to-balance-the-scales-in-2020-with-brianna-leungMon, 09 Dec 2019 18:00:00 GMTResolving to Balance the Scales in 2020 with Brianna LeungBrianna Leung of GrowthPlay talks about New Year's resolutions for the busy professional. She wrote "Resolve to Balance the Scales in 2020," the Business Partner Perspective column for the January issue of Legal Management. Speaker Bio Brianna Leung is a Principal Consultant with GrowthPlay, where she leverages talent analytics to help legal professionals drive innovation and change within their organizations. 00:13:00Legal Management Talknolegal management,Law Firm,law firm management,new years resolutions,New Year ResolutionsGrowthPlay's Brianna Leung, who wrote a column for Legal Management, talks about New Year's resolutions for the busy professional.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2019/12/02/the-changing-role-of-law-firm-leadership-with-jennifer-hillLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2019/12/02/the-changing-role-of-law-firm-leadership-with-jennifer-hill/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2019/12/02/the-changing-role-of-law-firm-leadership-with-jennifer-hillMon, 02 Dec 2019 20:00:00 GMTThe Changing Role of Law Firm Leadership with Jennifer HillStaffing expert and recruiting consultant Jennifer Hill talks about the conclusions she reached and action items she detailed in her white paper for ALA, "The Changing Role of Law Firm Leadership." You can also read her previous white paper, "The Changing Role of the Legal Secretary," and register for her webinars, like Is the Legal Secretary Becoming Extinct? and Creating an Empowered Environment. All of ALA's free white papers can be found here. Speaker Bio Jennifer Hill is President of JHill's Staffing Services, a Division of Marcum Search LLC. She began recruiting in 2003 and has recruited for top-tier law firms and corporations throughout the United States. Hill also hosts a weekly radio show on LA Talk Radio, “Get Yourself the Job,” for more than 30,000 listeners a month; she interviews experts and authors from around the world about landing one's dream job. 00:20:00Legal Management Talknolegal management,corporate,law firm management,law firms,C SuiteStaffing expert and recruiting consultant Jennifer Hill talks about the conclusions and actionables she detailed in her white paper.7c4dc64f-b336-4b53-adb1-ecb0fcad4871https://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2019/10/15/the-state-of-ala-with-oliver-yandle-jd-caeLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2019/10/15/the-state-of-ala-with-oliver-yandle-jd-cae/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2019/10/15/the-state-of-ala-with-oliver-yandle-jd-caeTue, 15 Oct 2019 18:00:00 GMTThe State of ALA with Oliver Yandle, JD, CAEALA Executive Director Oliver Yandle joins the podcast to talk about how conferences are going and discuss what your Association has planned for the future. Here are reference links for some of the things Oliver talked about: Chapter Leadership InstituteLarge Firm Principal Administrators RetreatC4 The Legal Industry ConferenceALA Master Class: Leadership for Legal Management Professionals2020 Annual Conference & ExpoOrganizational pricing optionLegal Management Resource Hub Speaker Bio Oliver Yandle, JD, CAE, is Executive Director of the Association of Legal Administrators (ALA), the largest international organization providing support to people in the legal management profession. Before joining ALA in July 2012, he served as the Executive Vice President of the Commercial Law League and the Executive Director of the International Association of Defense Counsel. He also was an adjunct instructor of legal analysis and writing at the Washington College of Law at American University. 00:09:00Legal Management Talknolegal management,law firm management,conference,membership,legal conferenceALA Executive Director Oliver Yandle joins the podcast to talk about how conferences are going and discuss what your Association has planned for the future.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2019/06/28/c4-the-legal-industry-conference-with-dan-learLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2019/06/28/c4-the-legal-industry-conference-with-dan-lear/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2019/06/28/c4-the-legal-industry-conference-with-dan-learFri, 28 Jun 2019 17:30:00 GMTC4: The Legal Industry Conference with Dan LearDan Lear, a speaker and facilitator for September's C4: The Legal Industry Conference, discusses the event, design thinking and the legal industry challenges attendees will tackle. The conference will occur September 18-20 in Boston, Massachusetts. The registration deadline for the early bird rate is August 5. Sign up now!  Speaker Bio Dan Lear is a lawyer, blogger and legal industry gadfly. As a technology-focused business lawyer, Lear advised companies from start-ups to the Fortune 100. He has spoken at marquee legal technology events including ILTACON, LegalTech, ReInvent Law New York, ABA TechShow, CodeX FutureLaw at Stanford Law School, and many others. From 2014 to 2018, Lear worked as the Director of Industry Relations at the online legal marketplace, Avvo, where he spoke frequently to lawyers, bar associations and other legal groups. Find him at rightbrainlaw.co or @rightbrainlaw on Twitter. 00:12:00Legal Management Talknolegal management,Law Firm,administration,Design Thinking,legal industryDan Lear, a speaker and facilitator for September's C4: The Legal Industry Conference, discusses the event, design thinking and the legal industry challenges athttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2019/06/12/the-2019-large-firm-principal-administrators-retreat-with-three-of-the-plannersLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2019/06/12/the-2019-large-firm-principal-administrators-retreat-with-three-of-the-planners/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2019/06/12/the-2019-large-firm-principal-administrators-retreat-with-three-of-the-plannersWed, 12 Jun 2019 17:30:00 GMTThe 2019 Large Firm Principal Administrators Retreat with Three of the PlannersKim Cannon, David Miceli and Teresa Walker — go over the details of the 2019 Large Firm Principal Administrators Retreat, including some important changes to the format. This year, the annual event will focus less on classroom-style instruction and more on idea exchange among attendees. The retreat is happening in Nashville, Tennessee, August 1-3, and eligible legal management professionals are encouraged to register now! Sign up by June 27 to get the discounted early bird rate. Kim Cannon is the Chief Operations Officer at Bass Berry & Sims PLC in Nashville, Tennessee. She serves as Chair of the 2019 Large Firm Retreat Planning Committee. David Miceli is the Executive Director of Balch & Bingham, LLP, in Birmingham, Alabama. He serves as the Chair of the Large Firm Administrators Caucus Steering Committee and thus functions as a liaison to the 2019 Large Firm Retreat Planning Committee. Teresa Walker is the Senior Adviser and Chief Operating Officer, Emeritus, at Waller Lansden Dortch & Davis, LLP, in Nashville Tennessee. She has been a leading member of the Large Firm Administrators Caucus for many years. Teresa is also a Past President of ALA and Vice Chair of the Professional Development Advisory Committee. 00:15:00Legal Management Talknolegal management,law firm management,law firms,conference,retreatKim Cannon, David Miceli and Teresa Walker go over the details of 2019's Large Firm Principal Administrators Retreat, including some important changes to the fob09ce12f-8d6d-4266-9350-b0101ad0a2b5https://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2019/06/12/discussing-no-stone-unturned-with-nadean-stone-clm-mbaLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2019/06/12/discussing-no-stone-unturned-with-nadean-stone-clm-mba/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2019/06/12/discussing-no-stone-unturned-with-nadean-stone-clm-mbaWed, 12 Jun 2019 16:00:00 GMTDiscussing "No Stone Unturned" with Nadean Stone, CLM, MBAALA member Nadean Stone, CLM, MBA, describes what it’s like to publish her first book, titled No Stone Unturned: A Remarkable Journey to Identity. She talks about translating painful experiences into a memoir and how her professional background and network of legal management professionals inspire her to keep fighting for justice. Nadean Stone, CLM, MBA, is the author of No Stone Unturned: A Remarkable Journey to Identity as well as a legal management consultant. She is a member of the South Florida Chapter of ALA and divides her time between South Florida and Vermont. 00:13:00Legal Management Talknolegal management,books,memoir,adoption,writingALA member Nadean Stone, CLM, MBA, talks about publishing her first book, a memoir of her search for her biological family.7908aa57-4795-437b-9f8a-e1d49cfa753bhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2018/09/04/early-career-legal-managers-with-sarah-antonello-danita-jones-and-suzy-klepac-1Legalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2018/09/04/early-career-legal-managers-with-sarah-antonello-danita-jones-and-suzy-klepac-1/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2018/09/04/early-career-legal-managers-with-sarah-antonello-danita-jones-and-suzy-klepac-1Tue, 04 Sep 2018 20:00:00 GMTEarly Career Legal Managers with Sarah Antonello, Danita Jones and Suzy KlepacALA members and Administrators Sarah Antonello, Danita Jones and Suzy Klepac have conceived a new way to support early career legal managers: the First Five Community. A part of ALA's Online Community, this members-only forum will provide a space for asking questions, sharing solutions and networking. As mentioned in the episode, the Legal Management article about the Capital Chapter president can be found here. Speaker Bios Sarah Antonello is the Office Administrator of Husch Blackwell LLP in Omaha, Nebraska. She is a member of the Nebraska Chapter. Danita Jones is the Legal Administrator at Chubbuck Duncan & Robey, PC, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. She is the Treasurer of the Oklahoma City Chapter. Suzy Klepac is the Office Administrator at Kirk & Chaney in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. She is the President-Elect of the Oklahoma City Chapter. 00:20:00Legal Management Talknolaw office management,law firm management,career development,online,professional developmentALA members and Administrators Sarah Antonello, Danita Jones and Suzy Klepac have conceived a new way to support early career legal managers: the First Five Com07af3546-c82e-4c4a-8f1c-6f5962cab3fb110fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2018/08/29/transitioning-to-a-paperless-law-office-with-lori-hughesLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2018/08/29/transitioning-to-a-paperless-law-office-with-lori-hughes/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2018/08/29/transitioning-to-a-paperless-law-office-with-lori-hughesWed, 29 Aug 2018 18:00:00 GMTTransitioning to a Paperless Law Office with Lori HughesLori Hughes, a panelist for a session at September's Intellectual Property Conference for Legal Management Professionals, talks about how she transitioned her own office to a paperless, cloud-based storage system. Speaker Bio Lori Hughes is a member of the ALA Board of Directors as the Region 5 Director and has been an ALA member since 2002. Hughes has been with Miller Nash Graham & Dunn LLP in Portland, Oregon, for 26 years and is the Lead Operations and Information Security Officer. She managed the firm’s “less-paper” initiative and move to its first electronic records system — updated to a cloud solution for records in the past two years — and continues to manage the Records Department as part of her current responsibilities.  00:18:00Legal Management Talknolaw office management,legal management,intellectual property,Cloud,PaperlessLori Hughes, Region 5 Director and IP Conference speaker, talks about how she transitioned her own office to a paperless, cloud-based storage system.06e7599c-03ad-4c95-92e3-069c0129417519fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2018/08/09/partner-compensation-with-tim-corcoranLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2018/08/09/partner-compensation-with-tim-corcoran/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2018/08/09/partner-compensation-with-tim-corcoranThu, 09 Aug 2018 19:30:00 GMTPartner Compensation with Tim CorcoranConsultant Tim Corcoran, who's speaking at 2018's Advanced Financial Administration workshops and Regional Legal Management Conferences, talks about why law firms might need to change how they handle partner compensation. Speaker Bio Timothy B. Corcoran is a Principal with the Corcoran Consulting Group and a Past President of the Legal Marketing Association. In his practice, he advises law firm leaders, in-house counsel and legal service providers on how to profit during a time of great change. This includes assisting law firm leaders with business strategy, primarily in the areas of operational excellence and business growth, and assisting in-house counsel with managing preferred provider programs.  00:15:00Legal Management Talknolegal management,law firm partners,law firm management,compensation,compensation planConsultant Tim Corcoran, who's speaking at 2018's Advanced Financial Administration workshop, talks about why law firms might need to change how they handle par81c98bb1-18f0-4527-a883-7c4057b6af5e18fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2018/05/21/an-audio-overview-of-the-2018-annual-conference-expoLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2018/05/21/an-audio-overview-of-the-2018-annual-conference-expo/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2018/05/21/an-audio-overview-of-the-2018-annual-conference-expoMon, 21 May 2018 13:00:00 GMTAn Audio Overview of the 2018 Annual Conference & ExpoWondering what you missed at ALA's 2018 Annual Conference & Expo? This audio exploration will help you get a partial experience — from speakers like John Quiñones and Vernice Armour to valuable education sessions. Interested in attending a future conference? Visit alanet.org/events to learn about our fall conferences, including Regionals and the specialty events, as well as information about the 2019 Annual Conference as it's announced. 00:19:00Legal Management Talknolegal management,law office management,conference,health insurance,workplace conflictWondering what you missed at ALA's 2018 Annual Conference & Expo? This audio exploration will help you get a partial experience.4da68bf2-19f9-46cf-847c-624444faa89fhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2018/03/28/business-continuity-plans-with-kathy-scourbyLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2018/03/28/business-continuity-plans-with-kathy-scourby/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2018/03/28/business-continuity-plans-with-kathy-scourbyWed, 28 Mar 2018 18:30:00 GMTBusiness Continuity Plans with Kathy Scourby Kathy Scourby of KNS Consulting joins us to talk disaster preparedness and business continuity plans. She'll be a presenter at ALA's Annual Conference & Expo in May 2018, and you can find her insights in the April 2018 issue of Legal Management. Speaker Bio Kathryn Scourby is the Principal of KNS Consulting, LLC. She works with professional service firms to achieve their goals in the areas of business continuity, disaster preparedness, risk management and compliance. Scourby trains management professionals and all levels of staff at private service firms and facilitates tabletop exercises in these focus areas. Additionally, she served on ALA's Board of Directors (2004–2008), was a trustee for the Foundation of the Association of Legal Administrators (2010–2013), and currently serves on ALA's International Relations Committee. 00:13:00Legal Management Talknolegal management,law office management,Disaster preparedness,business continuity,business consultingKathy Scourby of KNS Consulting joins us to talk disaster preparedness and business continuity plans. She'll be a presenter at ALA's Annual Conference & Expo in531cc4f0-c56b-4855-a498-7a53d0556f1d17fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2018/02/16/information-assets-management-with-james-priceLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2018/02/16/information-assets-management-with-james-price/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2018/02/16/information-assets-management-with-james-priceFri, 16 Feb 2018 21:30:00 GMTInformation Assets Management with James PriceInformation, data and knowledge are important business assets, but most firms aren't managing them in a way that reflects their true value. That's why ALA is conducting a survey in partnership with Experience Matters (James's company) and the University of South Australia: to find industry benchmarks and recommendation for information assets management. Speaker Bio James Price is the Managing Director of Experience Matters. He has more than 30 years' experience in the information industry in a career that has included working for a global hardware manufacturer, a software developer and a systems integrator. During his career James realised that, in and of itself, hardware and software adds no value – it’s the information that the infrastructure delivers that’s valuable. So he formed Experience Matters, a firm that advises on how to manage vital data, information and knowledge as a business asset. He formed Experience Matters to address the problem that, while Information Assets are vitally important to organisations, by and large they are very poorly managed, usually with significant commercial implications. James is internationally recognized as an author of peer-reviewed papers and a presenter to business and academic conferences. 00:13:00Legal Management TalknoLaw Practice Management,business,business operations,Information managementInformation, data and knowledge are important business assets, but most firms aren't managing them in a way that reflects their true value. That's why ALA is co4a15739e-1abf-435f-b62d-65d2cbcaa2cb16fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2017/12/12/the-climate-for-retirement-plan-sponsors-with-norma-shararaLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2017/12/12/the-climate-for-retirement-plan-sponsors-with-norma-sharara/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2017/12/12/the-climate-for-retirement-plan-sponsors-with-norma-shararaTue, 12 Dec 2017 20:00:00 GMTThe Climate for Retirement Plan Sponsors with Norma ShararaMercer Principal Norma Sharara — who works closely with the ABA Retirement Funds Program, an ALA VIP sponsor — describes the current tax and regulatory picture for retirement plans.  Norma Sharara is a Principal in Mercer’s Washington Resource Group, focusing on tax-qualified and non-qualified retirement plans, including ERISA fiduciary rules, state-run retirement initiatives and federal retirement policy. Sharara has more than 25 years of experience with retirement plan issues. Before joining Mercer in 2015, she practiced law in Washington, D.C., and has been a frequent speaker and author on retirement plan topics. The ABA Retirement Funds Program has been supplying retirement plans exclusively to the legal community for over 50 years. Mercer Trust Company is the ABA Retirement Funds Program’s investment fiduciary, investment manager, and trustee and custodian. Mercer has responsibility for development of the investment policy for the program, subject to acceptance by the ABA Retirement Funds; for implementation of the policy; and for monitoring of the platform of fund investments. 00:16:00Legal Management TalknoLaw Practice Management,retirement planning,Retirement Plans,401k,ERISAMercer Principal Norma Sharara — who works with the ABA Retirement Funds Program, an ALA VIP sponsor — describes the current tax and regulatory picture for retia5d3a4b2-fd10-4998-ac20-5a48679dc7e515fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2017/12/05/office-remodels-and-renovations-with-karen-leastman-and-christina-floydLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2017/12/05/office-remodels-and-renovations-with-karen-leastman-and-christina-floyd/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2017/12/05/office-remodels-and-renovations-with-karen-leastman-and-christina-floydTue, 05 Dec 2017 20:00:00 GMTOffice Remodels and Renovations with Karen Leastman and Christina FloydAs law firms continue to grow and merge, the question of office space and configuration is critical to legal management professionals tasked with operations. That's why First American Equipment Finance's Karen Leastman and Christina Floyd have joined us to talk about financing office renovations. You can hear them in full at their 2018 Annual Conference & Expo presentation. Karen Leastman is the Vice President of First American Equipment Finance and has more than a decade of equipment-leasing knowledge and dedicated experience working with the law firm industry. Since joining First American in 2003, Leastman has been a key contributor in building First American's law firm division, which now serves more than 200 law firms across the United States, including AmLaw 100 and 200 firms. As a Certified Lease and Finance Professional (CLFP), she's a leader in the equipment leasing industry. Christina Floyd is the Vice President of First American Legal Finance and is a Certified Lease and Finance Professional (CLFP). She has almost a decade of equipment leasing knowledge and dedicated experience working with the legal industry. She holds a bachelor's degree in communications and an MBA from St. John Fisher College. Additionally, Floyd successfully completed the Legal Management Finance Specialist Certificate Program through ALA. In her tenure, Floyd has been instrumental in growing First American's legal business to more than 200 firms.  00:09:00Legal Management TalknoLaw Practice Management,law firm management,law firms,operations management,remodelingKaren Leastman and Christina Floyd, presenters at ALA's 2018 Annual Conference & Expo, join us to talk about financing office renovations.e5ed2409-05e4-4710-9ac1-363f7020521d14fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2017/11/27/succession-planning-with-michael-mooreLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2017/11/27/succession-planning-with-michael-moore/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2017/11/27/succession-planning-with-michael-mooreMon, 27 Nov 2017 17:00:00 GMTSuccession Planning with Michael MooreMichael Moore, a speaker at ALA's 2018 Annual Conference & Expo, talks with us about law-firm succession planning. Michael Moore, JD, is the Founder of Moore's Law, LLC, and helps both lawyers and law firms create professional success. Moore specializes in individual marketing, client development, and leadership coaching and advises law firms on strategic planning, growth initiatives and resource optimization. A frequent speaker at ALA events across the country, his current topics have included mentoring, leadership, financial management and strategic planning. 00:06:00Legal Management Talknolaw firm management,law firms,Succession Planning,successionMichael Moore, a 2018 ALA Annual Conference speaker, talks with us about law-firm succession planning.d3724e47-83fe-4fa5-92a0-6893bf163c9313fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2017/10/06/web-video-with-corey-sabanLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2017/10/06/web-video-with-corey-saban/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2017/10/06/web-video-with-corey-sabanFri, 06 Oct 2017 14:00:00 GMTWeb Video with Corey SabanCorey Saban, a 2018 Annual Conference speaker, answers some of our questions about the promotional and engagement powers of web video. Corey Saban is a Cofounder and Vice President of TheLaw.TV, a platform that helps lawyers effectively reach prospective clients and communicate their stories through video. He started his media career as a TV journalist, interviewing respectable and recognizable figures and scoring Emmy nominations and AP Awards along the way. An accomplished speaker and 15-year news veteran, Saban is now on the other side of the industry, consulting for law firms on media and content strategies.  00:17:00Legal Management Talknolaw firm management,law firm marketing,marketing,video marketing,videoCorey Saban, a 2018 Annual Conference speaker, answers some of our questions about the promotional and engagement powers of web video.eb2d86bc-ae87-42ad-81d3-49161425b9ae11fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2017/05/04/the-latest-in-hiring-and-background-screening-with-kevin-prendergastLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2017/05/04/the-latest-in-hiring-and-background-screening-with-kevin-prendergast/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2017/05/04/the-latest-in-hiring-and-background-screening-with-kevin-prendergastThu, 04 May 2017 14:00:00 GMTThe Latest in Hiring and Background Screening with Kevin PrendergastGet the answers to your questions about background screening in today's law firm - domestically and internationally. Kevin P. Prendergast is the President & General Counsel at Research Associates, Inc., a corporate investigative firm serving clients since 1953.  RAI serves the investigative needs for professional service firms and works with law firms throughout the world for pre-employment background investigations, due diligence in transactional work and litigation support investigations. Kevin oversees the compliance program at RAI and works with clients and their counsel in developing legally compliant background screening programs.  Mr. Prendergast graduated from the Cleveland Marshall College of Law and has been licensed to practice law in Ohio since 1987.  He is a member of the American Bar Association, Ohio State Bar Association and the Society for Human Resource Management.  00:23:00Legal Management Talknolaw firm management,hiring,Background Checks,background screeningGet the answers to your questions about background screening in today's law firm - domestically and internationally.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2017/03/16/administering-a-retirement-plan-in-a-changing-environment-with-ginger-brennanLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2017/03/16/administering-a-retirement-plan-in-a-changing-environment-with-ginger-brennan/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2017/03/16/administering-a-retirement-plan-in-a-changing-environment-with-ginger-brennanThu, 16 Mar 2017 14:00:00 GMTAdministering a Retirement Plan in a Changing Environment with Ginger BrennanGinger Brennan is here with us today to talk about how to administer your firm’s retirement plan in a changing environment. She will also be a speaker on this topic at ALA's Annual Conference & Expo, April 2-5 in Denver, Colorado. Speaker Bio Ginger Brennan, FINRA Series 6, 7, 24, 26, 63, and Certified Employee Benefits Specialist, is the Senior Vice President and National Director of Sales for the ABA Retirement Funds Program. Brennan is responsible for setting and driving the sales strategy for the program and oversees all of the sales efforts and training for the entire program sales team across the United States. A veteran to retirement plan sales, Brennan brings more than 30 years of experience in sales and sales management. 00:14:00Legal Management TalknoHuman Resources,law firm management,Benefits of Retirement PlansGinger Brennan, Senior VP and Director of Sales at ABA Retirement, is here with us today to talk about how to administer your firm’s retirement plan in a changihttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2017/03/09/get-your-firm-on-board-with-workflow-technology-with-eric-wangler-of-bighandLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2017/03/09/get-your-firm-on-board-with-workflow-technology-with-eric-wangler-of-bighand/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2017/03/09/get-your-firm-on-board-with-workflow-technology-with-eric-wangler-of-bighandThu, 09 Mar 2017 16:00:00 GMTGet Your Firm On Board with Workflow Technology, with Eric Wangler of BigHandEric Wangler is president of the North American business unit for BigHand. With over 15 years of experience in the legal industry, Eric previously served as vice president of Ricoh’s legal vertical segment. Since joining BigHand, Eric has grown the North American business and the BigHand customer base significantly. In addition, Eric led the acquisition of Esquire Innovations (Now BigHand Office) in Temecula, California, a leading provider of Microsoft Office integrated practice management software, services and applications for the legal market. The acquisition has enabled BigHand to broaden its suite of product offerings and continue its mission of providing innovative workflow efficiency software that streamlines processes and empowers attorneys and law firm support staff to deliver their best work wherever and whenever needed.  Check out Eric's article in the upcoming April issue of Legal Management magazine, at legalmanagement.org. 00:15:00Legal Management TalknoWorkflow,workflow software,legal,law firm managementEric Wangler joins the show to discuss analytics and workflow technology.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2017/03/06/make-the-most-of-your-exhibit-hall-experience-with-marc-adler-of-perfectlawLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2017/03/06/make-the-most-of-your-exhibit-hall-experience-with-marc-adler-of-perfectlaw/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2017/03/06/make-the-most-of-your-exhibit-hall-experience-with-marc-adler-of-perfectlawMon, 06 Mar 2017 16:00:00 GMTMake the Most of Your Exhibit Hall Experience with Marc Adler of PerfectLawMarc Adler is the Vice President of Sales for PerfectLaw Software, a developer of billing, accounting, financial and case, calendar and document management software for the mid to large size legal industry. He is also a committed member of the ALA Business Partner Relations Committee as well as the LegalTech Advisory board. After a few years of managing implementations for some of the leading law firms in the country, Marc moved into sales at PerfectLaw and has worked the last 20 years bringing the leading All-in-One solution to the legal community at more than 200 ALA events over the years.   Marc be available to chat in ALA's Exhibit Hall the Annual Conference & Expo in Denver, Colorado, coming up April 2-5. Stop by to say hello! www.alanet.org/conf17  00:12:00Legal Management Talknovendors,expo,business development,law firm managementMarc Adler, marketing director at PerfectLaw, joins the podcast to discuss best practices for interacting with business partners at live events.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2017/01/13/inside-the-paper-pyramid-scheme-with-john-gilbertLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2017/01/13/inside-the-paper-pyramid-scheme-with-john-gilbert/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2017/01/13/inside-the-paper-pyramid-scheme-with-john-gilbertFri, 13 Jan 2017 16:00:00 GMTInside the Paper Pyramid Scheme with John GilbertToday our guest is John Gilbert, senior vice president at nQueue and a recent contributor to ALA’s Legal Management magazine. His feature in the November/December issue was titled “The Paper Pyramid Scheme” and offered some surprising insights into how off-site storage can end up eating a major chunk of a firm’s budget. Learn more from John Gilbert in April at ALA’s Annual Conference & Expo in Denver, Colorado. www.alanet.org/conf17  Speaker Bio John Gilbert is the Senior Vice President of nQueue and has more than 30 years of experience in selling to and supporting law firms throughout the United States. Gilbert helped pioneer the methodology used to customize Microsoft Word for the legal environment — including the awareness and removal of metadata in documents — and has been published in Law Technology News, Peer to Peer, Legal Management and National Law Journal. 00:13:00Legal Management Talknostorage,document management,Paperless,law firm managementJohn Gilbert explains how off-site document storage can end up eating a major chunk of a law firm's budget.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2016/12/19/attorney-substance-abuse-ethics-and-liability-concerns-with-link-christinLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2016/12/19/attorney-substance-abuse-ethics-and-liability-concerns-with-link-christin/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2016/12/19/attorney-substance-abuse-ethics-and-liability-concerns-with-link-christinMon, 19 Dec 2016 15:30:00 GMTAttorney Substance Abuse: Ethics and Liability Concerns with Link ChristinJoining us on our podcast today is Link Christin, an expert on the particular struggles among attorneys regarding substance abuse. Today he’s speaking with us about the ethics and liability concerns surrounding this topic. Hear more from Christin at ALA's Annual Conference & Expo, April 2-5 in Denver, Colorado: alanet.org/conf17  Speaker Bio Link Christin is the Executive Director of the Legal Professionals Program at Caron Treatment Centers. He is the former Chief Executive Officer of Heightened Performance LLC, a behavioral health consulting firm. After decades of practice as an attorney followed by a second career of treating impaired attorneys in a residential setting, he founded Heightened Performance in order to bring his experience to the law firm and lawyer, the corporation and the law school. Prior to creating Heightened Performance, he founded and directed the Hazelden Legal Professionals Program, the first track of its kind at a major treatment center. 00:23:00Legal Management Talknoethics,Liability,substance abuse,Attorneys,legal managementJoining us on our podcast today is Link Christin, an expert on the particular struggles among attorneys regarding substance abuse. Today he’s speaking with us ahttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2016/12/15/risk-management-and-cybersecurity-in-the-legal-industry-with-al-marcellaLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2016/12/15/risk-management-and-cybersecurity-in-the-legal-industry-with-al-marcella/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2016/12/15/risk-management-and-cybersecurity-in-the-legal-industry-with-al-marcellaThu, 15 Dec 2016 15:30:00 GMTRisk Management and Cybersecurity in the Legal Industry with Al MarcellaToday our guest is Al Marcella, here to discuss risk management and cybersecurity in the context of legal management. Al will be in Denver, Colorado, this April to speak at ALA’s Annual Conference & Expo. Speaker Bio Al Marcella is an internationally recognized public speaker, researcher, workshop and seminar leader with 36 years of experience in IT audit, security and assessing internal controls. He's authored numerous articles and 28 books on cyber extortion, workplace violence, personal privacy, electronic stored information (ESI), privacy risks in multifunctional devices (MFDs), cyber forensics, disaster and incident management planning, ethics and more. 00:16:00Legal Management Talknorisk management,Cybersecurity,Law Practice Management,legal managementToday our guest is Al Marcella, here to discuss risk management and cybersecurity in the context of legal management.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2016/11/23/stress-management-for-career-and-personal-success-with-kristen-brownLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2016/11/23/stress-management-for-career-and-personal-success-with-kristen-brown/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2016/11/23/stress-management-for-career-and-personal-success-with-kristen-brownWed, 23 Nov 2016 16:00:00 GMTStress Management for Career and Personal Success with Kristen BrownHear more from Kristen at ALA's Annual Conference & Expo in Denver, Colorado. Speaker Bio Kristen Brown is an international keynote speaker and facilitator who motivates audiences to strive for maximum impact in their work and personal lives by uncovering the unique characteristics that make you memorable and magnetic. She spent 15 years in sales and marketing leadership roles before starting her own award-winning company and Happy Hour Effect movement. She has worked with Fortune 500 teams across industries to drive sales and market share including companies like Target, Kraft, Bare Minerals, Cargill, Regis, Walmart, Mayo Health, and more. 00:11:00Legal Management Talknostress management,management,Law Practice ManagementJoining us today is Kristen Brown, speaker and founder of Happy Hour Effect. Her goal is to motivate audiences to strive for maximum impact in their work and pehttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2016/11/03/minimization-versus-authenticity-with-ritu-bhasinLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2016/11/03/minimization-versus-authenticity-with-ritu-bhasin/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2016/11/03/minimization-versus-authenticity-with-ritu-bhasinThu, 03 Nov 2016 20:00:00 GMTMinimization versus Authenticity with Ritu BhasinRitu Bhasin explains how a more diverse workplace thrives on authenticity - embracing differences - versus minimization - ignoring and/or stifling them. Ritu Bhasin, LL.B., MBA, is the Founder and Principal of BCI. Recognized globally for her diversity and leadership expertise, she has received a number of awards and distinctions for her work. She has extensive experience in delivering programming, consulting, and coaching across a range of management areas with a focus on leadership development, diversity and inclusion, and the advancement of women. Bhasin works primarily with senior leadership teams, boards of directors, middle management, and emerging leader groups, including women and diverse professionals. 00:13:00Legal Management Talknodiversity,leadership,leadership development,Law Practice Management,AuthenticityRitu Bhasin explains how a more diverse workplace thrives on authenticity - embracing differences - versus minimization - ignoring and/or stifling them.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2016/07/28/exploring-the-world-of-law-department-operations-with-susan-hackettLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2016/07/28/exploring-the-world-of-law-department-operations-with-susan-hackett/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2016/07/28/exploring-the-world-of-law-department-operations-with-susan-hackettThu, 28 Jul 2016 15:00:00 GMTExploring the World of Law Department Operations with Susan HackettWhat is the role of the law department operations managers? Why is it so crucial to understand this market segment? Find out in this episode of Legal Management Talk, and learn more at ALA's Corporate Law Department Symposium. Register at alanet.org/clds.   Susan Hackett is the Founder of Legal Executive Leadership. Previously, she served as the Senior Vice President and General Counsel of the Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC) for 22 years. Hackett's practice is designed to help legal executives successfully lead law departments and law firms. She helps clients assess and implement best or leading practices, leverage internal and external knowledge, demonstrate and increase value to their clients, and deliver results – rather than just lots of hard work. 00:24:00Legal Management Talknolegal management,law firm management,operationsWhat is the role of the law department operations managers? Why is it so crucial to understand this market segment? Find out in this episode of Legal Managementhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2016/07/13/cyber-security-and-ethics-with-michael-mccabeLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2016/07/13/cyber-security-and-ethics-with-michael-mccabe/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2016/07/13/cyber-security-and-ethics-with-michael-mccabeWed, 13 Jul 2016 18:59:39 GMTCyber Security and Ethics with Michael McCabeMichael E. McCabe Jr. is a registered patent attorney with 20 years of patent litigation experience. He previously served as risk management counsel for a large IP firm. He presently heads the Attorney Discipline and Ethics group at Funk & Bolton, P.A., where his practice focuses on representing law firms and corporations on matters regarding ethics and malpractice, and representing IP practitioners in disciplinary, reinstatement, and admission matters before the Office of Enrollment and Discipline (OED) of the United States Patent and Trademark Office, as well as disciplinary defense before the State Bars of D.C, Maryland and Virginia. 00:24:00Legal Management Talknocyber security,cyber crime,ethics,legal managementLearn more from Michael at this year’s Intellectual Property Conference for Legal Professionals, September 15-16 in Washington, DC.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2016/06/16/how-to-harness-the-power-of-legal-tech-with-alma-asay-founder-of-allegoryLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2016/06/16/how-to-harness-the-power-of-legal-tech-with-alma-asay-founder-of-allegory/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2016/06/16/how-to-harness-the-power-of-legal-tech-with-alma-asay-founder-of-allegoryThu, 16 Jun 2016 14:30:00 GMTHow to Harness the Power of Legal Tech with Alma Asay, Founder of AllegoryJoining the podcast today is Alma Asay, former litigator at Gibson Dunn, and now one of the few female founders of a legal tech startup, a cloud-based litigation management software called Allegory. She shares her insights on the legal technology space. For more on the latest trends, best practices and technologies in the legal management space, check out ALA’s flagship publication, Legal Management, at legalmanagement.org. For more information about any of ALA’s education, events and member services, please visit alanet.org.  00:13:00Legal Management Talknolegal technology,startup,legal management,Business of lawAlma Asay is one of the founders of a cloud-based litigation management software called Allegory. She shares her thoughts on legal tech.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2016/05/13/building-resilient-lawyers-and-leaders-with-paula-davis-laack-jd-mappLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2016/05/13/building-resilient-lawyers-and-leaders-with-paula-davis-laack-jd-mapp/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2016/05/13/building-resilient-lawyers-and-leaders-with-paula-davis-laack-jd-mappFri, 13 May 2016 21:00:00 GMTBuilding Resilient Lawyers and Leaders with Paula Davis-Laack, JD, MAPPPaula Davis-Laack is a stress and resilience expert who will be speaking at ALA’s upcoming Large Firm Principal Administrators Retreat about “Building Resilient Lawyers and Leaders.”  Paula Davis-Laack, JD, MAPP, is a former practicing lawyer, an internationally-published writer, speaker, media contributor, and a stress and resilience expert who has taught burnout prevention and resilience workshops for thousands of professionals around the world. Her articles on stress, burnout prevention, resilience, and thriving at work are prominently featured on her blogs in The Huffington Post, Forbes, Fast Company and Psychology Today. She also writes a regular column called "On Balance" for Wisconsin Lawyer magazine. Her latest e-book is titled Addicted to Busy: Your Blueprint for Burnout Prevention, available here. Her expertise has been featured in a variety of media outlets, including the Lawyerist, Law360.com, various ABA webinars, and the Women's Law Journal. She is the Founder and CEO of the Stress & Resilience Institute, a training and consulting firm devoted to helping companies and busy professionals build their resilience to stress. She is also a partner in Lawyer Strong, LLC, which provides resilience training to law firms. 00:11:00Legal Management Talknolegal management,law office management,resilience,stress management,burnoutPaula Davis-Laack is a stress and resilience expert who will be speaking at ALA’s upcoming Large Firm Principal Administrators Retreat about “Building Resilienthttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2016/05/03/creating-a-upbms-taxonomy-for-the-legal-industry-with-bill-mechLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2016/05/03/creating-a-upbms-taxonomy-for-the-legal-industry-with-bill-mech/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2016/05/03/creating-a-upbms-taxonomy-for-the-legal-industry-with-bill-mechTue, 03 May 2016 15:00:00 GMTCreating a UPBMS Taxonomy for the Legal Industry with Bill MechBill Mech discusses an ongoing project with ALA to help change the way we talk about legal management. Members should look for more information about the ALA UPBMS Taxonomy in the coming weeks! William (Bill) Mech is currently the Executive Director with Cunningham Meyer & Vedrine, PC. He also serves as a Legal Consultant for the Association of Legal Administrators (ALA) and has his own business called ofPartner Consulting Services. Mech is an accomplished Management Executive with a proven record of success improving operations and controlling costs in legal service organizations.  00:09:00Legal Management Talknolegal management,law office management,legal,efficiencyBill Mech discusses an ongoing project with ALA to help change the way we talk about legal management.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2016/03/30/disability-etiquette-with-sarah-babineau-mhr-phr-shrm-cpLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2016/03/30/disability-etiquette-with-sarah-babineau-mhr-phr-shrm-cp/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2016/03/30/disability-etiquette-with-sarah-babineau-mhr-phr-shrm-cpWed, 30 Mar 2016 14:00:00 GMTDisability Etiquette with Sarah Babineau, MHR, PHR, SHRM-CPHave you ever had a question about diversity and inclusion, but didn’t know who to ask or how? Sarah Babineau, managing partner at Compass Metrics, LLC, offers a slew of practical tips on disability etiquette and inclusion in this episode.  Like what you hear? Read Babineau's column in the April issue ofLegal Management magazine and consider attending her session at ALA's Annual Conference & Expo! Sarah Babineau, MHR, PHR, SHRM-CP, is the Founder and Managing Partner of Compass Metrics, LLC, a woman-owned, disability-owned business enterprise. The consultancy focuses on law and professional services firm diversity analytics, disability inclusion programs and affirmative action planning. Babineau also provides expert witness testimony in matters related to the employment of people with disabilities.  sarah.babineau@compassmetrics.com | 508.333.1128 www.compassmetrics.com 00:12:00Legal Management Talknolegal management,disability awareness,diversity,inclusion,Law Practice ManagementSarah Babineau, managing partner at Compass Metrics, LLC, offers practical tips on disability etiquette and inclusion.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2016/03/18/state-of-the-association-with-laura-broomell-clmLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2016/03/18/state-of-the-association-with-laura-broomell-clm/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2016/03/18/state-of-the-association-with-laura-broomell-clmFri, 18 Mar 2016 14:30:00 GMTState of the Association with Laura Broomell, CLMThe Association of Legal Administrators' President-Elect Laura Broomell shares trends in ALA membership and legal management as a whole. Laura is the Chief Operating Officer with Greene Espel PLLP, a 25-attorney firm in Minneapolis, Minnesota. She has nearly 30 years of experience as a legal management professional, working with three firms. She received her B.A. from Metropolitan State University and earned her CLM designation in 2004. Laura has held numerous leadership positions in the Minnesota Chapter, including President. She was a Region 3 Representative for two years, followed by serving five years on the ALA Certification Committee, chairing the Committee for two of those years. Laura joined the ALA Board of Directors in 2013, and she served two years as an At-Large Director. Last year, she transitioned to the ALA President-Elect position. She is honored to become ALA’s President in Los Angeles in May.   ALA is the undisputed leader for the business of law, focused on the delivery of cutting-edge management and leadership products and services to the global legal community. We identify and provide solutions to the most strategic and operational challenges our members and customers face today, while we prepare them for the opportunities and challenges of tomorrow. www.alanet.org 00:11:00Legal Management Talknoassociation,legal management,law office management,demographics,trendsALA's President-Elect Laura Broomell, CLM, shares trends in ALA membership and legal management as a whole.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2016/03/03/legal-lean-sigma-with-catherine-alman-macdonagh-jdLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2016/03/03/legal-lean-sigma-with-catherine-alman-macdonagh-jd/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2016/03/03/legal-lean-sigma-with-catherine-alman-macdonagh-jdThu, 03 Mar 2016 15:45:48 GMTLegal Lean Sigma with Catherine Alman MacDonagh, JDLearn how firms can foster efficiency to increase value to clients and gain competitive advantage. Want to hear more? Register for ALA's Annual Conference & Expo in Los Angeles, May 22-25, to attend the Advanced Profitability Track of educational sessions. Catherine Alman MacDonagh, JD, is the Chief Executive Officer and Founder of the Legal Lean Sigma Institute LLC. She is a former corporate counsel and law firm executive who now teaches and provides training and consulting services in process improvement and project management, strategic planning, marketing and business development. A Lean Sigma® Black Belt and certified Six Sigma Green Belt, MacDonagh is an adjunct professor at Suffolk Law School and George Washington University’s Masters in Law Firm Management. She is Chief Enthusiasm Officer of The Mocktail and The Legal MocktailTM and the author of Lean and Six Sigma in Law Firms. 00:12:00Legal Management Talknocompetitive advantage,legal management,law firm management,efficiency,Lean Six SigmaGuest Catherine MacDonagh discusses how firms can foster efficiency to increase value to clients and gain competitive advantage.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2016/03/03/thinking-out-cloud-with-jobst-elster-of-insidelegalLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2016/03/03/thinking-out-cloud-with-jobst-elster-of-insidelegal/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2016/03/03/thinking-out-cloud-with-jobst-elster-of-insidelegalThu, 03 Mar 2016 15:00:00 GMTThinking Out Cloud with Jobst Elster of InsideLegal  Jobst Elster joins the podcast to talk about his new column in Legal Management magazine, on cloud technology and cyber security. "The cloud is a bit like social media in legal — no matter how hard we try to ignore it and dismiss its viability, it just won’t go away." Jobst Elster is InsideLegal’s Head of Content and Legal Market Strategy. He has served as a legal market strategist for the last 17 years, advising companies entering the legal market, involved in mergers and acquisitions, and expanding strategic operations overseas. Elster regularly writes and speaks on legal technology, market research and leveraging market data, technology innovations and futures, legal marketing and big data.  00:12:00Legal Management Talknolegal management,Cloud Computing,technology trends,cyber securityJobst Elster joins the podcast to talk about his new column in Legal Management magazine, on cloud technology and cyber security.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2016/02/12/recovery-renewal-and-reinvention-with-ari-kaplanLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2016/02/12/recovery-renewal-and-reinvention-with-ari-kaplan/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2016/02/12/recovery-renewal-and-reinvention-with-ari-kaplanFri, 12 Feb 2016 18:00:00 GMTRecovery, Renewal and Reinvention with Ari KaplanAri Kaplan joins the podcast to discuss his upcoming Annual Conference & Expo session, "Recovery, Renewal and Reinvention: Navigating the Next Decade." Ari Kaplan is the author of The Opportunity Maker and Reinventing Professional Services. After nearly nine years practicing with large law firms in New York City, Kaplan – named to the inaugural Fastcase 50 – has become a leading legal industry analyst. In addition to keynoting events in Australia, Canada, the United Kingdom and the United States, he has had the privilege of addressing administrators in 12 ALA chapters and at the Law Firm Financial Management Conference. He is also the founder of Lawcountability®. 00:15:00Legal Management TalknoLaw Firm,law firm management,Planning for success,business developmentAri Kaplan joins the podcast to discuss how law firms and legal departments can navigate the next decade.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2016/02/09/fast-forward-driving-revenue-growth-with-jill-weber-and-sally-schmidtLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2016/02/09/fast-forward-driving-revenue-growth-with-jill-weber-and-sally-schmidt/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2016/02/09/fast-forward-driving-revenue-growth-with-jill-weber-and-sally-schmidtTue, 09 Feb 2016 20:00:00 GMTFast Forward: Driving Revenue Growth with Jill Weber and Sally SchmidtCatch Jill and Sally's sesson at ALA's Annual Conference & Expo, titled "Fast Forward: Driving Top-Line Revenue for Your Law Firm." Learn more at www.alanet.org/conf. Jill Weber is Chief Marketing and Business Development Officer for Stinson Leonard Street, where she created Fast Forward®, a nationally recognized revenue program. Weber appears on the National Law Journal's "50 Business of Law Trailblazers & Pioneers" and was recognized as an "Unsung Legal Hero" by Minnesota Lawyer. She has received 22 local and national Legal Marketing Association (LMA) "Your Honor" awards. She currently serves on the LMA Board of Directors, and attended Harvard Law School's "Leadership in Law Firms" executive education program. Sally Schmidt is President of Schmidt Marketing, Inc. in Edina, MN, which offers marketing services to law firms. She was a founder and the first President of the Legal Marketing Association (LMA). In 1994, she was inducted as a Fellow into the inaugural class of the College of Law Practice Management. Schmidt was also inducted into the LMA first Hall of Fame in 2007 and is the recipient of its Lifetime Achievement Award. 00:14:00Legal Management TalknoRevenue Growth,Revenue,law firm management,legal services,business successJill Weber and Sally Schmidt join the podcast to talk about the nationally recognized revenue-building program, Fast Forward.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2016/02/03/legal-project-management-with-steven-levyLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2016/02/03/legal-project-management-with-steven-levy/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2016/02/03/legal-project-management-with-steven-levyWed, 03 Feb 2016 20:00:00 GMTLegal Project Management with Steven Levy Steven Levy joins the podcast to discuss best practices in project management, particularly in law firms. His answer? Simplify. Register for ALA's Annual Conference & Expo to hear Steven speak live. Steven B. Levy is the author of Legal Project Management and other books. A former senior leader in Microsoft's law department, he now heads Lexician, where he teaches project management, leadership and time management to law firms and departments around the world. His unique and practical approach to project management – based on 35 years managing projects and leading businesses on three continents – has helped numerous law practices become both more effective and more efficient. 00:14:00Legal Management Talknoproject management,legal management,law firm managementSteven Levy joins the podcast to discuss best practices in project management, particularly in law firms. His answer? Simplify.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2016/01/29/make-these-small-adjustments-to-change-your-firms-future-with-dr-jeffrey-mageeLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2016/01/29/make-these-small-adjustments-to-change-your-firms-future-with-dr-jeffrey-magee/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2016/01/29/make-these-small-adjustments-to-change-your-firms-future-with-dr-jeffrey-mageeFri, 29 Jan 2016 21:00:00 GMTMake These Small Adjustments to Change Your Firm's Future with Dr. Jeffrey MageeDr. Jeffrey Magee PDM, CSP, CMC, has been called one of today's leading leadership and marketing strategists. He is the author of more than 20 books, two college textbooks and four bestsellers. He is also the publisher of PERFORMANCE/P360 Magazine, former co-host of the national business entrepreneur program on Catalyst Business Radio, and human capital developer for more than 20 years. Magee has been invited to keynote at many major associations and speak at West Point Military Academy. Register for ALA's Annual Conference & Expo to attend Magee's session, "Trajectory Code." 00:15:00Legal Management Talknobusiness,business development,legal management,law firm managementDr. Jeffrey Magee fills us in on how to predict the 1% adjustments that will yield big results for your organization.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2016/01/20/the-changing-role-of-the-legal-secretary-with-jennifer-hillLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2016/01/20/the-changing-role-of-the-legal-secretary-with-jennifer-hill/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2016/01/20/the-changing-role-of-the-legal-secretary-with-jennifer-hillWed, 20 Jan 2016 20:00:00 GMTThe Changing Role of the Legal Secretary with Jennifer HillJennifer Hill began recruiting in 2003 and has recruited for top-tier law firms and corporations throughout California. Since 2008, she has been interviewed on both American radio stations and the BBC, as well as appearing on FOX, NBC, ABC and various other television shows as an expert in the field of recruiting and job hunting. Additionally, she has been a featured speaker for groups such as the Los Angeles Paralegal Association, Legal Secretaries Incorporated and the Greater Los Angeles Chapter of ALA and has been invited to speak at law firms such as Sidley Austin, Katten Muchin and Paul Hastings. Register for ALA's Human Resources Conference for Legal Professionals at www.alanet.org/hr.  00:16:00Legal Management Talknolaw firms,legal management,law office management,Secretary,Human ResourcesHuman Resources Conference speaker Jennifer Hill joins the podcast to talk about the changing role of the legal secretary in today's firms.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2016/01/12/what-not-to-do-in-the-world-of-modern-recruiting-with-kristine-sexterLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2016/01/12/what-not-to-do-in-the-world-of-modern-recruiting-with-kristine-sexter/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2016/01/12/what-not-to-do-in-the-world-of-modern-recruiting-with-kristine-sexterTue, 12 Jan 2016 15:30:00 GMTWhat Not to Do in the World of Modern Recruiting with Kristine SexterKristine Sexter, President of WorkWise Productions and FindTrainKeep Great Employees, is an industrial and organizational consultant who has devoted more than 22 years to studying success and professional commitment. She has an extensive background in recruiting, developing and retaining top talent, and has been called "THE" authority in teaching executives and leadership teams how to find, train and keep great employees. She is a professional speaker, consultant and columnist and is the author of six books, including Rolling Out the Recognition: Employee Retention Strategies for Manufacturers. Sexter will be presenting two sessions at ALA’s upcoming Human Resources Conference for Legal Professionals, February 18-20 in Orlando, Florida, and she’s here today to give us a little preview “Where to Put Your Recruiting Dollars: The Top Five Undisputed Sources for Finding Right-Fit Employees.” 00:15:00Legal Management TalknoHuman Resources,recruiting,recruiting technology,HR Technology,law office managementKristine Sexter joins the podcast to discuss recruiting strategies that get you the most bang for your buck.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2015/12/18/organizational-development-with-michael-moore-jdLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2015/12/18/organizational-development-with-michael-moore-jd/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2015/12/18/organizational-development-with-michael-moore-jdFri, 18 Dec 2015 14:00:00 GMTOrganizational Development with Michael Moore, JDMichael Moore, JD, joins the podcast to discuss some of the factors that are affecting law firms’ ability – or inability – to keep their best employees. Michael Moore, JD, is the founder of Moore's Law, LLC, and helps both lawyers and law firms create professional success. Moore specializes in individual marketing, client development and leadership coaching. He also advises law firms on strategic planning, growth initiatives and resource optimization. A frequent speaker at ALA events across the country, his current topics have included mentoring, leadership, financial management and strategic planning. Moore is also the author of The Lawyers' Toolkit for Creating Both Personal and Professional Success, an essential resource for every lawyer's library. The short, "how-to" chapters highlight all of the non-legal skills necessary for today's professional lawyer and include illustrative, real-life examples. Catch his session and many more at ALA’s Human Resources Conference for Legal Professionals. Visit alanet.org/hr for more details.  00:14:00Legal Management Talknoorganizational development,organizational leadership,Law Firm,legal management,Human ResourcesMichael Moore, JD, joins the podcast to discuss some of the factors that are affecting law firms’ ability – or inability – to keep their best employees.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2015/12/17/seven-ways-law-firms-lose-money-with-dustin-coleLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2015/12/17/seven-ways-law-firms-lose-money-with-dustin-cole/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2015/12/17/seven-ways-law-firms-lose-money-with-dustin-coleThu, 17 Dec 2015 21:00:00 GMTSeven Ways Law Firms Lose Money with Dustin ColeDustin Cole has worked with law firms to help them move successfully through changes, challenges and opportunities, and with attorneys to help them build more successful and satisfying practices. He brings more than 35 years of experience in every phase of business management, business development and team development to his work with the legal profession. He has worked with more than 200 individual attorneys, and provided management and marketing consulting services for more than 3000 firms ranging from solo firms to firms of more than 2000 attorneys. Catch his session, "Seven Ways Law Firms Lose Money," and many more at ALA’s Human Resources Conference for Legal Professionals. Visit alanet.org/hr for more details. 00:23:00Legal Management Talknoprofitability,law firm management,legal,Law,financialDustin Cole joins the podcast for a discussion of the little ways revenue can leak through the cracks in a law firm's processes -- and what to do about it.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2015/12/16/outsourcing-records-risks-and-rewards-with-leigh-isaacsLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2015/12/16/outsourcing-records-risks-and-rewards-with-leigh-isaacs/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2015/12/16/outsourcing-records-risks-and-rewards-with-leigh-isaacsWed, 16 Dec 2015 21:17:01 GMTOutsourcing Records: Risks and Rewards with Leigh IsaacsLeigh Isaacs, IGP, CIP, ERMP, is the Director of Records & Information Governance for White & Case LLP. She has more than 30 years of combined legal and information governance experience. Her expertise includes strategic design and deployment of enterprise programs, development of information management programs, on and off-site storage considerations including outsourcing, process improvements, evaluation and implementation of technology solutions, and the disposition of information for dissolved entities. Catch Leigh's session, "Outsourcing Records: Risks and Rewards," and many more at ALA’s Human Resources Conference for Legal Professionals. Visit alanet.org/hr for more details. 00:12:00Legal Management Talknoinformation,law firm management,operations,outsourcingLeigh Isaacs joins the show to discuss the new world of information governance and new considerations for records outsourcing.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2015/12/07/preventing-workplace-violence-with-jack-vaughan-and-john-laneLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2015/12/07/preventing-workplace-violence-with-jack-vaughan-and-john-lane/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2015/12/07/preventing-workplace-violence-with-jack-vaughan-and-john-laneMon, 07 Dec 2015 16:00:00 GMTPreventing Workplace Violence with Jack Vaughan and John LaneWith the prevalence of mass shootings in the United States over the past year, and especially the incident in San Bernardino last week, the subject of workplace violence is unfortunately top-of-mind. Learn what law firms can do to prevent tragedy from occuring in the office. Jack Vaughan is the former Administrative Partner at Fulbright & Jaworski (now Norton Rose Fulbright), having retired at the end of 2012 after 27 years there. He now is a special consultant for Control Risks, a risk management consultancy. John Lane formerly served for 25 years with the Los Angeles Police Department where he developed its Threat Management Unit and also founded the Association of Threat Assessment Professionals (ATAP).  He currently serves as a Director within Control Risks Crisis & Resilience Consulting practice, focusing on issues of workplace violence prevention. He specializes in threat assessment, case management, and the creation of prevention programs. www.alanet.org www.legalmanagement.org  00:25:00Legal Management Talknoworkplace violence,mass shootings,law office management,legal management,law firm managementWith the prevalence of mass shootings in the United States over the past year, the subject of workplace violence is unfortunately top-of-mind. Learn what law fihttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2015/10/09/legal-technology-purchasing-with-jobst-elster-of-insidelegalLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2015/10/09/legal-technology-purchasing-with-jobst-elster-of-insidelegal/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2015/10/09/legal-technology-purchasing-with-jobst-elster-of-insidelegalFri, 09 Oct 2015 19:00:00 GMTLegal Technology Purchasing with Jobst Elster of InsideLegalJobst Elster discusses the results of the 2015 ILTA/InsideLegal Technology Purchasing Survey, available at www.insidelegal.com.  Speaker Bio Jobst Elster is the Head of Content and Legal Market Strategy at InsideLegal. He brings extensive experience in market analysis, market research, public relations and product marketing to the legal industry. He has served as a legal market strategist for the last 15 years, advising companies entering the legal market, involved in mergers and acquisitions, and expanding operations overseas. His clear view of legal trending, market development and market perception uniquely positions him to advise companies, legal associations and law firms as they align their business strategies to reflect market realities. Jobst regularly writes and speaks on legal technology trends, technology innovations and futures, cloud computing, legal marketing and legal big data. He is a member of the ABA’s Big Data Committee. He can be reached at elster@insidelegal.com or via Twitter @InsideLegal.   00:24:00Legal Management Talknolegal management,legal technology,law firm management,technology,technology trendsJobst Elster discusses the results of the 2015 ILTA/InsideLegal Technology Purchasing Survey.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2015/09/14/business-of-law-conference-series-wrap-and-preview-with-valerie-dannerLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2015/09/14/business-of-law-conference-series-wrap-and-preview-with-valerie-danner/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2015/09/14/business-of-law-conference-series-wrap-and-preview-with-valerie-dannerMon, 14 Sep 2015 16:30:00 GMTBusiness of Law Conference Series Wrap and Preview with Valerie Danner ALA's Business of Law conference series kicked off this weekend in New Orleans. Get a preview of the speakers and sessions that are coming back to Atlanta and Las Vegas in October. There's still time to register at www.alanet.org/blc.  Valerie Danner is the managing editor of Legal Management magazine, produced here at ALA staff headquarters in Chicago. 00:06:00Legal Management Talknoconference,Business of law,legal management,law office management,Law OfficeALA's Business of Law conference series kicked off this weekend in New Orleans. Get a preview of the speakers and sessions that are coming back to Atlanta and Lhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2015/08/06/using-metrics-to-drive-results-in-your-legal-department-with-kris-satkunasLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2015/08/06/using-metrics-to-drive-results-in-your-legal-department-with-kris-satkunas/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2015/08/06/using-metrics-to-drive-results-in-your-legal-department-with-kris-satkunasThu, 06 Aug 2015 18:30:00 GMTUsing Metrics to Drive Results in Your Legal Department with Kris SatkunasWhy are metrics so important for corporate legal departments, and what are the most useful metrics for driving results in the department? Hear from Corporate Law Department Symposium speaker Kris Satkunas for answers to these questions and more. Speaker Bio Kris Satkunas is Director of Strategic Consulting at LexisNexis, where she leads CounselLink's consulting efforts to advise corporate legal department managers on improving operations with data driven decisions. Prior to joining the CounselLink team, she honed her legal industry knowledge by advising and consulting with leaders in large law firms. As Director of the Redwood Analytics Think Tank, she partnered with a group of industry thought leaders to develop advances in analytics and best practices that improve law firm performance. 00:18:00Legal Management Talknolegal management,Law,corporate,legal,metricsWhy are metrics so important for corporate legal departments, and what are the most useful metrics for driving results in the department? Hear from Corporate Lahttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2015/07/23/changes-in-human-resources-management-with-rachel-schamingLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2015/07/23/changes-in-human-resources-management-with-rachel-schaming/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2015/07/23/changes-in-human-resources-management-with-rachel-schamingThu, 23 Jul 2015 15:30:00 GMTChanges in Human Resources Management with Rachel SchamingWhat are the key challenges in managing human resources in today’s workplace? What are the most common litigation issues when dealing with employees? Rachel Schaming offers answers to these questions and more in this episode, sponsored by CDW. Rachel Schaming is Director of Human Resources and a Corporate Coach at Radiology Ltd. Schaming is a senior human resource professional with more than 30 years of proven success in leading people, processes, systems and cultures in innovative change initiatives. Her career includes human resource and organizational development positions at NASA/Houston, the Texas Medical Center/Houston, two New York City law ?rms and a technology company. Schaming is a Past President of ALA and a Fellow in the ABA Law Practice Management Section. Her coaching practice centers on taming abrasive leaders through a co-partnering process. 00:12:00Legal Management TalknoHuman Resources,Human Resources Management,Emotional Intelligence,litigation,employee engagementWhat are the key challenges in managing human resources in today’s workplace? What are the most common litigation issues when dealing with employees? Rachel Schhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2015/07/02/the-connection-between-leadership-and-profit-with-judy-hissong-clmLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2015/07/02/the-connection-between-leadership-and-profit-with-judy-hissong-clm/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2015/07/02/the-connection-between-leadership-and-profit-with-judy-hissong-clmThu, 02 Jul 2015 19:00:00 GMTThe Connection Between Leadership and Profit with Judy Hissong, CLMHow are profit and leadership connected? How can law firm administrators and legal managers engage their employees and provide better client service? Find out in today's episode of Legal Management Talk, and learn more at the Managing Partner / Executive Director Forum, October 19-20 in Orlando, FL. Judith A. Hissong, CLM, is the President of Nesso Strategies. She facilitates retreats, coaches individuals and groups, and consults with law firm leaders to develop their leadership skills. Her business is maximizing human potential. She is a frequent and highly rated presenter at ALA conferences. Hissong previously served in a variety of ALA leadership roles, including a seat on the ALA Board of Directors. Hissong has a bachelor’s degree in accounting, and a master’s degree in sport management. 00:17:00Legal Management Talknoleadership,leadership development,leadership development coaching,managing partner forum,executive directorJudy Hissong, President of Nesso Strategies, shares the secret to driving profit through strong leadership.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2015/06/24/mental-toughness-for-the-busy-legal-administrator-with-dr-jack-singerLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2015/06/24/mental-toughness-for-the-busy-legal-administrator-with-dr-jack-singer/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2015/06/24/mental-toughness-for-the-busy-legal-administrator-with-dr-jack-singerWed, 24 Jun 2015 16:00:00 GMTMental Toughness for the Busy Legal Administrator with Dr. Jack SingerDr. Jack Singer is a practicing clinical, sports and consulting psychologist, specializing in peak performance mastery and building permanent resiliency to stress. He has spent more than 27 years speaking for legal associations (including ALA and LMA) and Fortune 500 companies, and designing teambuilding programs for large legal practice re-TREATS. He has taught in the Psychology departments of seven universities, including an assistant professorship at the U.S. Air Force Academy. Dr. Jack is a renowned author of four books and more than 170 articles in legal, financial advising, medical, psychological, sales and sports periodicals. Dr. Jack’s most recent book is The Financial Advisor’s Ultimate Stress Mastery Guide. Contact information: www.developthemindsetofachampion.com     1-800-497-9880 00:13:00Legal Management TalknoResiliency Expert,stress management,stress,stress reduction,legal managementDr. Jack Singer is a practicing clinical, sports and consulting psychologist, specializing in peak performance mastery and building permanent resiliency to strehttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2015/05/28/leadership-and-communication-with-steve-wingert-clmLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2015/05/28/leadership-and-communication-with-steve-wingert-clm/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2015/05/28/leadership-and-communication-with-steve-wingert-clmThu, 28 May 2015 15:30:00 GMTLeadership and Communication with Steve Wingert, CLMClick here for information from Nesso Strategies about the Managing Partner / Executive Director Forum. Steve Wingert, CLM, is a principal at Nesso Strategies, a Past President of the Association of Legal Administrators, and a recognized coach, speaker and writer in the legal industry. He has more than 30 years of executive level experience in higher education and the legal industry, and focuses on leadership, management and communications tied to execution and accountability. He holds a BA from Creighton University, a MA from Truman State University, an MBA from Our Lady of the Lake University, and has done extensive Ph.D. level work in leadership and organizational behavior in law firms. Wingert will be presenting at the all-new Managing Partner / Executive Director Forum, in partnership with Nesso Strategies, October 19 and 20 in Orlando, Florida. Registration is now open. 00:14:00Legal Management TalknoClick here for information from Nesso Strategies about the Managing Partner / Executive Director Forum. Steve Wingert, CLM, is a principal at Nesso Strategies,https://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2015/05/26/emotional-intelligence-in-todays-workplace-with-dr-brandi-stankovicLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2015/05/26/emotional-intelligence-in-todays-workplace-with-dr-brandi-stankovic/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2015/05/26/emotional-intelligence-in-todays-workplace-with-dr-brandi-stankovicTue, 26 May 2015 18:00:00 GMTEmotional Intelligence in Today's Workplace with Dr. Brandi StankovicDr. Brandi Stankovic is an organizational change expert and motivational speaker with a creative and results-driven approach to problem solving and planning. Stankovic is a senior partner of Mitchell Stankovic & Associates, a global strategic consulting firm. She spends her time consulting with CEOs and their teams, writing books and articles related to leadership and organizational health, and speaking to audiences from across the globe. She will be delivering the keynote sessions – about the impact of emotional intelligence in business today -- at ALA’s Business of Law Conferences, with three dates and locations across the nation. Visit the ALA website for more information. 00:16:00Legal Management TalknoDr. Brandi Stankovic is an organizational change expert and motivational speaker with a creative and results-driven approach to problem solving and planning. Sthttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2015/05/11/building-and-sustaining-financial-success-for-your-firm-with-felix-oberholzerLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2015/05/11/building-and-sustaining-financial-success-for-your-firm-with-felix-oberholzer/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2015/05/11/building-and-sustaining-financial-success-for-your-firm-with-felix-oberholzerMon, 11 May 2015 13:00:00 GMTBuilding and Sustaining Financial Success for Your Firm with Felix OberholzerFelix Oberholzer is the Andreas Andresen Professor of Business Administration at Harvard Business School. He is a member of the Dean’s Management Group and serves as the chair of the MBA program. His research and teaching are centered on competitive strategy and international competition. Oberholzer won numerous awards for excellence in teaching, including the Harvard Business School Teaching Award for best teacher in the core curriculum, and the Helen Kardon Moss Anvil Award for best teacher in the Wharton MBA program. He consults globally with law firms and corporations that seek a sharper competitive edge. He will be speaking at ALA's Large Firm Principal Administrators Retreat, August 6-8 in Colorado Springs, Colorado. 00:09:00Legal Management TalknoFelix Oberholzer is the Andreas Andresen Professor of Business Administration at Harvard Business School. He is a member of the Dean’s Management Group and servhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2015/04/02/rational-growth-are-mergers-the-answer-part-2-with-kevin-cashLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2015/04/02/rational-growth-are-mergers-the-answer-part-2-with-kevin-cash/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2015/04/02/rational-growth-are-mergers-the-answer-part-2-with-kevin-cashThu, 02 Apr 2015 15:00:00 GMTRational Growth: Are Mergers the Answer? Part 2, with Kevin CashKevin L. Cash is Chief Financial Officer at Baker Hostetler and a member of the firm's Operating Group. He is responsible for directing the operations of the firmwide finance department and overseeing the firm's financial systems to support strategic and operational business planning and growth. Among his many accomplishments, Cash developed the firm's profitability and cost model used in pricing negotiations, evaluation of alternative fee arrangements and in the analysis and evaluation of existing client relationships. 00:11:00Legal Management TalknoFinance,Finance Business,financial,financial planning,mergersKevin L. Cash is Chief Financial Officer at Baker Hostetler and a member of the firm's Operating Group. He is responsible for directing the operations of the fihttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2015/03/25/rational-growth-are-mergers-the-answer-with-thomas-s-clayLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2015/03/25/rational-growth-are-mergers-the-answer-with-thomas-s-clay/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2015/03/25/rational-growth-are-mergers-the-answer-with-thomas-s-clayWed, 25 Mar 2015 15:30:00 GMTRational Growth: Are Mergers the Answer? with Thomas S. ClayThomas S. Clay is a principal of Altman Weil, Inc. With 30 years of experience consulting to the legal profession, he is an acknowledged expert on law firm management principles and is a trusted advisor to law firms throughout the U.S. and Canada. He heads consulting assignments in strategic planning, law firm management, organization, law firm mergers and acquisition, and is a thought-leader on the key issues of law firm practice group strategy and leadership. Clay is the co-author of Altman Weil's highly-regarded annual industry survey, Law Firms in Transition. 00:16:00Legal Management TalknoFinance,Finance Business,financial,financial planning,mergersThomas S. Clay is a principal of Altman Weil, Inc. With 30 years of experience consulting to the legal profession, he is an acknowledged expert on law firm manahttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2015/03/11/from-diversity-to-cultural-innovation-with-verna-myersLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2015/03/11/from-diversity-to-cultural-innovation-with-verna-myers/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2015/03/11/from-diversity-to-cultural-innovation-with-verna-myersWed, 11 Mar 2015 15:30:00 GMTFrom Diversity to Cultural Innovation with Verna MyersVerna Myers is on a personal mission to disrupt the status quo and she knows how to: she's lived it. Myers rose out of Baltimore's working class to become a Harvard-trained lawyer, entrepreneur, author and cultural innovator. Her dynamic, laugh-out-loud presentations inspire audiences to go further - to move beyond leveling the playing field to creating a new field altogether. Author of the best-selling books, Moving Diversity Forward: How to Move From Well-Meaning to Well-Doing and What If I Say the Wrong Thing? 25 Habits for Culturally Effective People, Myers has touched over 100,000 people through her speeches, appearances and transformative message of power and possibility. Listen to Verna's TED Talk, "How to overcome our biases? Walk boldly toward them," on the TED website.  00:25:00Legal Management Talknodiversity,inclusion,inclusiveness,Inclusivity,CultureVerna Myers is on a personal mission to disrupt the status quo and she knows how to: she's lived it. Myers rose out of Baltimore's working class to become a Harhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2014/10/13/overcoming-top-compensation-issues-in-law-firmsLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2014/10/13/overcoming-top-compensation-issues-in-law-firms/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2014/10/13/overcoming-top-compensation-issues-in-law-firmsMon, 13 Oct 2014 17:30:00 GMTOvercoming Top Compensation Issues in Law FirmsDescription: When it comes to compensation plans in law firms, one size does not fit all. How do you know if your organization is keeping up with current compensation trends to be competitive?  Is your compensation plan aligned with your business plan?  What if you have different geographic locations with vastly diverse market drivers? And does your compensation survey really provide you accurate data? Tune into this podcast with top compensation expert Edward Rataj and get actionable information for developing your compensation plan that will keep you competitive and profitable.  About Edward Rataj:   Edward R. Rataj, CCP, CECP, Managing Director of the Compensation Consulting Division of CBIZ Human Capital Services, has 19 years of experience in the area of human resources, focusing on designing innovative compensation programs. His core areas of expertise includes designing market-based and job evaluation-based compensation programs, pay structures, and compensation surveys, as well as developing policies and procedures. Rataj has been recently quoted in The Wall Street Journal, Smart Money magazine and TheStreet.com as a nationally recognized compensation expert.  Contact: CBIZ Human Capital Services Compensation Consulting - Ed Rataj 625 Maryville Center St. Louis, MO 63141 1.800.844.4510 00:14:00Legal Management TalknoLaw firm compensation,law firm salaries,compensation issues,CBIZ,pay structuresDescription: When it comes to compensation plans in law firms, one size does not fit all. How do you know if your organization is keeping up with current comphttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2014/10/02/leadership-and-management-skills-for-engaging-and-motivating-self-and-othersLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2014/10/02/leadership-and-management-skills-for-engaging-and-motivating-self-and-others/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2014/10/02/leadership-and-management-skills-for-engaging-and-motivating-self-and-othersThu, 02 Oct 2014 19:00:00 GMTLeadership and Management Skills for Engaging and Motivating Self and OthersDescription: The old ways of leading don’t work in today’s business culture. Tune into this webinar and learn new leadership skills based on motivation and passion. Explore new progressive and actionable approaches to leading and influencing others. Learn the limitations on some of the traditional approaches associated with success today, and how the future lies in effective leadership approaches that are centered on advanced personal and interpersonal communication tools. About Stephen Friedman: Stephen Friedman is a recognized executive coach, career coach, facilitator and trainer, working in the areas of leadership and management skills development, group and team development, organizational learning and human resource management. His experience spans more than 20 years. Friedman is on the Faculty at the Schulich School of Business at York University where he teaches Organizational Behavior, Human Resource Management and Leadership at both the BBA and MBA levels. He also teaches custom seminars in group development and leadership/management skills for Schulich’s Executive Education Centre. Contact: http://www.stephenfriedman.ca/stephenabout   00:17:00Legal Management Talknonew leadship skills,influencing others,friedman,leadership in law firms,Human Resource ManagementDescription: The old ways of leading don’t work in today’s business culture. Tune into this webinar and learn new leadership skills based on motivation and pahttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2014/09/17/the-legal-workplace-engaging-men-to-advance-womenLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2014/09/17/the-legal-workplace-engaging-men-to-advance-women/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2014/09/17/the-legal-workplace-engaging-men-to-advance-womenWed, 17 Sep 2014 16:30:00 GMTThe Legal Workplace: Engaging Men to Advance WomenDescription: Much of the work of advancing women in the legal workplace falls on the shoulders of women. Most firms have women’s initiatives run by and for women, and these initiatives have great value. But they are not changing the norms, attitudes and biases that govern law firm advancement, leadership and rewards. Little significant change is possible at the top of law firms, where it really counts, unless those with power – men – take the lead and are accountable for it.  Contact: Ida Abbott Consulting                  www.IdaAbbott.com About Ida Abbott: Ida Abbott helps employers manage, develop and retain legal talent, and serves as mentor and coach to high achieving individuals seeking professional success. A prolific author and speaker, she has long been a leader in the field of lawyers’ professional and leadership development, specializing in mentoring and sponsorship. Abbott is a Fellow of the College of Law Practice Management, and co-founder of the Hastings Leadership Academy for Women and the Professional Development Consortium.    00:15:00Legal Management TalknoIda Abbott,Promoting women women in law firms,law firm advancement,women managing partners,equality in law firmsDescription: Much of the work of advancing women in the legal workplace falls on the shoulders of women. Most firms have women’s initiatives run by and for wohttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2014/09/11/5-secrets-of-highly-successful-law-firm-retirement-plansLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2014/09/11/5-secrets-of-highly-successful-law-firm-retirement-plans/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2014/09/11/5-secrets-of-highly-successful-law-firm-retirement-plansThu, 11 Sep 2014 20:30:00 GMT5 Secrets of Highly Successful Law Firm Retirement Plans  What do highly successful law firms know about retirement plans – that you don’t?  Tune into this podcast and learn how strategic retirement plans can make your firm more competitive and profitable. From designing and managing retirement plans to avoiding big mistakes along the way, learn the top secrets for successful law firm retirement planning.  About Dan Kravitz Dan Kravitz, President of Kravitz, Inc., is nationally recognized as a leading expert on retirement plans for law firms. He has been a featured speaker at numerous national retirement industry conferences, is the author of a popular book, Beyond the 401(k) and has been interviewed by The Wall Street Journal and other major publications. Backed by his expert actuarial and technical team, Kravitz has helped thousands of law firms implement innovative, highly successful retirement plans.   Contact: http://www.kravitzinc.com/ 00:09:00Legal Management Talknolaw firm retirement,retirement plans,dan kravitz,Beyond the 401k,kravitz Inc.What do highly successful law firms know about retirement plans – that you don’t?  Tune into this podcast and learn how strategic retirement plans can make yhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2014/09/10/proven-strategies-to-attract-top-talent-that-will-fit-in-perform-and-stickLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2014/09/10/proven-strategies-to-attract-top-talent-that-will-fit-in-perform-and-stick/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2014/09/10/proven-strategies-to-attract-top-talent-that-will-fit-in-perform-and-stickWed, 10 Sep 2014 17:30:00 GMTProven Strategies to Attract Top Talent That Will Fit In, Perform and StickDescription: Recruiting and retaining top talent for law firms is one of the biggest challenges faced by business of law leaders today. Tune into top career expert Sally Calloway as she shares proven strategies for attracting and keeping the most qualified candidates in the job market. Learn how to optimize the talent search process from writing effective job descriptions, to posting in unconventional places to conducting compliant and cohesive interviews to determining if a candidate is the right culture fit.   About Sally Calloway: Sally Calloway is an expert resume writer, certified professional career coach, and best-selling author. She trains job seekers and HR professionals, revealing new rules and proven strategies to win the job, and employment trends of the 21st century job market. Calloway is also a career journalist who contributes to the Career Girl Network, honored by Forbes as one of the best sites for career advice, and to CNN.com. Currently an entrepreneur career coach and CEO of Sally Calloway International, she coaches and mentors job seekers of all levels from recent college graduates to C-level executives and former military personnel. Contact: http://www.careercoachsally.com/   00:15:00Legal Management TalknoSally Calloway,Recruit and Retain,Best Hiring Practices,Attracting Top Talent,Interviewing candidatesDescription: Recruiting and retaining top talent for law firms is one of the biggest challenges faced by business of law leaders today. Tune into top career ehttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2014/09/08/smart-strategies-software-data-integration-for-law-firmsLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2014/09/08/smart-strategies-software-data-integration-for-law-firms/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2014/09/08/smart-strategies-software-data-integration-for-law-firmsMon, 08 Sep 2014 15:00:00 GMTSmart Strategies: Software Data Integration for Law Firms  Description: Time is money, which is why all law firms could benefit from software data integration. Well-implemented integrations increase efficiency, reduce non-billable tasks and improve data accuracy.  That’s why taking on this type of low-budget technology project is mission critical.  Tune into Charles King as he shares cost-saving tips, tactics and strategies for a successful data integration in a law firm environment.  About Charles King    Charles King is the IP Technology Systems Manager at Arent Fox, where he guides decision making and      implementation of all intellectual property practice group technology. He has been working for more than 10 years in intellectual property law technology management. King has been a member of the management group for multiple IP docketing database conversions and has led and supported numerous systems integration projects for docketing data, accounting data, internal and external web-based data access.               Charlis t.   00:19:00Legal Management Talknodata integration law firms,software integration law firms,intellectual property,law technology management,charles kingDescription: Time is money, which is why all law firms could benefit from software data integration. Well-implemented integrations increase efficiency, redhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2014/08/27/best-selling-author-ben-newman-transforming-challenges-into-triumphsLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2014/08/27/best-selling-author-ben-newman-transforming-challenges-into-triumphs/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2014/08/27/best-selling-author-ben-newman-transforming-challenges-into-triumphsWed, 27 Aug 2014 18:00:00 GMTBest-Selling Author Ben Newman: Transforming Challenges into TriumphsDescription: What if you could make each and every day victorious by focusing on daily activities rather than obsessing over results that you can't control? Based on author Ben Newman's popular program, Own YOUR Success gives you the power to make each day a triumph. The most successful people find great success when they focus on having a passion for the process. The key: make today victorious regardless of the obstacles that come your way. Figure out what fires YOU up without exception and ignite that passion so that you can routinely create your prizefighter day.   About Ben Newman Ben Newman is a best-selling author, international speaker and highly regarded performance coach whose clients include business executives, high-performing sales people and professional athletes in the NFL and PGA. His book, Own Your Success, was ranked by CEO READ as their No. 13 business book of 2012! Newman’s message has inspired tens of thousands of people at companies around the world to do great things each and every day by focusing on process instead of results and turning adversity into opportunity. 00:11:00Legal Management TalknoOwn Your Success,Ben Newman,Success,personal development,motivationalDescription: What if you could make each and every day victorious by focusing on daily activities rather than obsessing over results that you can't control? Bhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2014/08/20/cyber-security-protecting-your-law-firmLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2014/08/20/cyber-security-protecting-your-law-firm/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2014/08/20/cyber-security-protecting-your-law-firmWed, 20 Aug 2014 16:30:00 GMTCyber Security: Protecting Your Law FirmDescription: FBI Director Robert Mueller has said it best, when it comes to cyber-attacks “There are only two types of companies in the US; those that have been hacked and those that will be hacked.”  The victims of cyber- crime come in all shapes and sizes, not just the big companies like Target. The US National Cyber Security Alliance found that 60% of small companies shut down within six months of a cyber-crime attack.  There are ways to limit the severity of cyber-attacks that partners, attorneys and employees of law firms must know.  Listen to this podcast and learn what you can do to protect your firm from cyber breaches.   About Charles Bernier Charlie Bernier, Esquire, is principal professional liability consultant and in-house counsel at ECBM Insurance Brokers and Consultants. Bernier began his law career practicing insurance defense at one of the oldest law firms in the country. He then worked at one of the largest professional liability wholesalers in the country and in 2013 joined ECBM. 00:18:00Legal Management Talknocyber security,data breach,bernier,cyber crime,data breach law firmsDescription: FBI Director Robert Mueller has said it best, when it comes to cyber-attacks “There are only two types of companies in the US; those that have beehttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2014/08/13/law-firm-organizational-alignment-for-higher-productivityLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2014/08/13/law-firm-organizational-alignment-for-higher-productivity/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2014/08/13/law-firm-organizational-alignment-for-higher-productivityWed, 13 Aug 2014 18:00:00 GMTLaw Firm Organizational Alignment for Higher ProductivityDescription: Management or ‘mismanagement’ of human assets continue at every level of the law firm organization. Dr. Tom DeLong discusses how business of law leaders can increase their own leadership value while bringing their firm into management alignment. In this podcast, learn how to foster a culture where those responsible for managing others can be more inspirational, more honest, and learn how to gain commitment to the strategy of their firms.  About Tom DeLong Thomas J. DeLong is the Philip J. Stomberg Professor of Management Practice in the Organizational Behavior area at the Harvard Business School. Before joining the Harvard Faculty, DeLong was Chief Development Officer and Managing Director of Morgan Stanley Group, Inc., where he was responsible for the firm's human capital and focused on issues of organizational strategy and organizational change. DeLong teaches globally and consults with leading organizations on the process of making individual and organizational change. His new book, Flying Without a Net: Turn Fear of Change into Fuel for Success, centers on the challenges of helping talented professionals who are resistant to change. DeLong co-authored two books focused on leading professional service firms, When Professionals Have to Lead: A New Model for High Performance and Professional Services: Cases and Texts. DeLong has also coauthored two Harvard Business Review articles focusing on why high achieving professionals often unwittingly sabotage their effort to excel. Contact: 615-495-5946 00:23:00Legal Management TalknoOganizational alignment,Tom DeLong,Harvard Business School,leadership skills,human assets managementDescription: Management or ‘mismanagement’ of human assets continue at every level of the law firm organization. Dr. Tom DeLong discusses how business of law lhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2014/08/12/how-to-deal-with-high-maintenance-co-workers-in-your-law-firmLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2014/08/12/how-to-deal-with-high-maintenance-co-workers-in-your-law-firm/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2014/08/12/how-to-deal-with-high-maintenance-co-workers-in-your-law-firmTue, 12 Aug 2014 18:30:00 GMTHow to Deal with High-Maintenance Co-Workers in Your Law FirmDescription: You most likely have a list of people you can’t stand. Some of them are your co-workers and quite possibly your boss. In more politically correct terms, you may categorize them as “high maintenance,” but regardless of what you call them, Dr. Rick Brinkman, author of Dealing With People You Can’t Stand, How to Bring Out the Best in People at Their Worst, has communication tactics to help you get positive results from even the most toxic interactions. In this short podcast, meet “the Tank,” “the Sniper” and a whole cast of high-maintenance characters and how to bring out the best in them.    About Dr. Rick Brinkman Dr. Rick Brinkman is a holistic physician in public practice spreading his Conscious Communication® message to support people in their health and wellbeing. He is the coauthor of five McGraw-Hill books including Dealing With People You Can't Stand, How to Bring Out the Best in People at Their Worst, an international bestseller with translations in 24 languages and used as a text in business colleges. His clients include Sony Pictures, the astronauts of NASA, LucasFilm, Oregon Law Institute, the Under Secretary of Defense, Manatt, Phelps & Philips, American Judges Association and many more. He has spoken to groups as large as 8,000 people, is frequently used by media as a communication expert and has been featured on CNN, O (Oprah Magazine), The New York Times and The Wall Street Journal. Contact:http://www.rickbrinkman.com/ 00:14:00Legal Management Talknodifficult people,difficult co-workers,Dr. Rick Brinkman,Conscious Communication®,law firm people skillsDescription: You most likely have a list of people you can’t stand. Some of them are your co-workers and quite possibly your boss. In more politically correcthttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2014/08/11/case-study-lessons-learned-from-a-law-firm-disaster-recoveryLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2014/08/11/case-study-lessons-learned-from-a-law-firm-disaster-recovery/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2014/08/11/case-study-lessons-learned-from-a-law-firm-disaster-recoveryMon, 11 Aug 2014 13:00:00 GMTCase Study: Lessons Learned from a Law Firm Disaster Recovery  Description: Go behind the scenes of a real-life law firm disaster recovery operation. Mark Norton, Continuity Planning Manager for Agility Recovery shares what went right, what went wrong and lessons learned along the way.  It’s a cautionary story every law professional should hear, because disaster can strike anywhere.  Listen to this important podcast and then revisit your own disaster plan, you might want to make some changes.    About Mark Norton Mark Norton is a Certified Business Continuity Planner and the Continuity Planning Manager at Agility Recovery. They are a disaster recovery company that provides access for their 15,000+ members across the continent to the four key aspects of business operations during a recovery: Space, Computer Systems, Power and Communications. Since joining Agility, Mark has responded to more than 600 recoveries ranging from minor disruptions to major regional catastrophes. 00:12:00Legal Management Talknodisaster recovery,law firm disaster,business continuity,disaster planningDescription: Go behind the scenes of a real-life law firm disaster recovery operation. Mark Norton, Continuity Planning Manager for Agility Recovery shareshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2014/08/07/developing-law-leaders-through-personal-accountabilityLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2014/08/07/developing-law-leaders-through-personal-accountability/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2014/08/07/developing-law-leaders-through-personal-accountabilityThu, 07 Aug 2014 14:30:00 GMTDeveloping Law Leaders through Personal AccountabilityWhat the heck is QBQ! and what does it do? Tune into this podcast to discover how to practice personal accountability by asking the often ignored QBQ!: Question Behind the Question. Accountability, ownership and latent leadership skills are put into action when we ask better questions such as, "How can I adapt to the changing world?" "What can I do to contribute?" When we think like this, we use our talent, skills and time to solve problems, enhance relationships, and accomplish team and personal objectives.  About Kristin Lindeen Kristin Lindeen is the daughter of author John Miller who wrote, QBQ! The Question Behind the Question. So growing up, Kristin was steeped in the QBQ! message of personal accountability. With this background, she is uniquely equipped to share it with others. Her clients include corporations, associations, schools, churches, and nonprofits. Kristin holds an M.A. in Curriculum, Instruction and Corporate Education from Colorado Christian University, and enjoys delivering practical content to groups with a style that is energetic and fun. She is also certified to administer and facilitate the Myers-Briggs Personality Type Indicator and enjoys doing this with individuals and teams. 00:12:00Legal Management TalknoQBQ!,personal accountability,lindeen,leadership skillsWhat the heck is QBQ! and what does it do? Tune into this podcast to discover how to practice personal accountability by asking the often ignored QBQ!: Questionhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2014/08/06/overcoming-staff-stress-in-the-law-firmLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2014/08/06/overcoming-staff-stress-in-the-law-firm/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2014/08/06/overcoming-staff-stress-in-the-law-firmWed, 06 Aug 2014 13:00:00 GMTOvercoming Staff Stress in the Law FirmLaw firms are notorious for fostering high stress cultures, taking a high toll on staff productivity and overall well-being. Law administrators can learn how to maximize their team's creativity, energy and focus under pressure through simple yet infrequently used workday wellness strategies. About Lance Breger: Lance Breger is President of Infinity Wellness Partners, a comprehensive corporate wellness company that prepares law professionals for the most productive and healthy work life through onsite/online training in four critical areas of health and wellness: ergonomics, mind/body, nutrition and fitness.   Contact: http://www.infinitywellnesspartners.com/ 00:15:00Legal Management Talknoovercoming stress,stress and productivity,wellness in the workplace,stress,bregerLaw firms are notorious for fostering high stress cultures, taking a high toll on staff productivity and overall well-being. Law administrators can learn how tohttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2014/07/31/5-common-mistakes-found-in-law-firm-employee-handbooksLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2014/07/31/5-common-mistakes-found-in-law-firm-employee-handbooks/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2014/07/31/5-common-mistakes-found-in-law-firm-employee-handbooksThu, 31 Jul 2014 13:00:00 GMT“5 Common Mistakes Found in Law Firm Employee Handbooks"No firm can afford a poorly drafted employee handbook. Listen to this podcast and find out how you can make your employee handbook policies compliant with legal requirements as well as those that are just strongly recommended. Mr. Cohen will discuss the most common mistakes often made in drafting policies and important strategies to avoid costly errors. In addition, he will share best practices in drafting and updateing your employee handbook. About Michael S. Cohen, J.D Mr. Cohen is a Partner at Duane Morris LLP in the firm’s Employment Services Practice Group where he concentrates his practice in the areas of employment law training and counseling. A highly sought-after speaker, he has trained and counseled employees throughout the country on employment subjects, including harassment prevention, diversity, discipline, hiring, firing, recruiting, performance evaluations and compliance.   00:29:00Legal Management Talknolaw firm handbook,employee handbooks,mistakes in employee handbooks,policies emloyee handbooks,best practices in employee handbooksNo firm can afford a poorly drafted employee handbook. Listen to this podcast and find out how you can make your employee handbook policies compliant with legalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2014/06/26/building-diversity-and-inclusion-success-for-your-law-firmLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2014/06/26/building-diversity-and-inclusion-success-for-your-law-firm/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2014/06/26/building-diversity-and-inclusion-success-for-your-law-firmThu, 26 Jun 2014 18:30:00 GMTBuilding Diversity and Inclusion Success for Your Law Firm.It seems that law firms have more questions than answers when it comes to diversity and inclusion issues these days. What is your firm’s diversity strategy and why should you have one? How do you create and maintain interest? Has your initiative stalled? What are the best practices?  Tune into this important podcast and get proven tactics that you can put to work in your firm.  00:21:00Legal Management Talknolaw firm diversity,law firm inclusion,D&I,law firm diversity strategy,inclusion strategyIt seems that law firms have more questions than answers when it comes to diversity and inclusion issues these days. What is your firm’s diversity strategy andhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2014/04/30/human-resource-metrics-and-their-importance-to-law-firmsLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2014/04/30/human-resource-metrics-and-their-importance-to-law-firms/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2014/04/30/human-resource-metrics-and-their-importance-to-law-firmsWed, 30 Apr 2014 17:30:00 GMTHuman Resource Metrics and their Importance to Law FirmsHR issues in law firms are fast becoming one of the most in-demand topics at ALA. And one of the most important HR trends ALA is tracking is - metrics. Tune into this podcast and learn how HR metrics can enhance your firm’s productivity and profitability.   About Cathy Missildine Cathy Missildine has extensive experience in many areas of strategic Human Resources Management.  She has worked with executives in the areas of performance, productivity, organizational metrics, training, employee & customer engagement, workforce planning, organizational design and strategic implementation.  Her past experience in operations and sales management in the technical, insurance and hospitality industries has given her a broad understanding of business issues and a solid foundation for building performance enhancing systems that support the business.  She earned her MBA from Kennesaw State University with an emphasis in Human Resource Management and Development.  Cathy is also a member of the Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM) and holds their professional certification, Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR).  In 1997, Cathy and her business partner Barbara Hughes started their own consulting firm, Intellectual Capital Consulting (ICC), specializing in profitability through human capital.  Contact: Cathy Missildine, SPHR Co-Founder, Chief Performance Officer Intellectual Capital Consulting cathymissildine@intellectual-capital.net www.intellectual-capital.net 00:17:00Legal Management TalknoHuman Resource Metrics,HR Metrics in Law Firms,organizational metrics,profitability and HR metrics,legal management metricsHR issues in law firms are fast becoming one of the most in-demand topics at ALA. And one of the most important HR trends ALA is tracking is - metrics. Tune inthttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2014/04/24/strategic-expense-management-for-law-firm-leadersLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2014/04/24/strategic-expense-management-for-law-firm-leaders/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2014/04/24/strategic-expense-management-for-law-firm-leadersThu, 24 Apr 2014 13:30:00 GMTStrategic Expense Management for Law Firm LeadersAs law firms enter into another year of flat revenue and the mandate of reducing headcount even further to meet budgetary constraints, it is time to revisit alternatives to this diminishing course of action.     Rob Mattern has worked with law firms for over twenty-five (25) years, through the good and the bad times; however, it is only in the last five (5) years that firms have been open to alternative strategies to reduce expenses.  Economic necessity has mandated this course of action, but also a client-driven enlightenment based on the universal necessity to become more cost-effective and efficient in the delivery of legal services.   Guest: Rob Mattern President and Founder Mattern & Associates, LLC Contact:  Rob Mattern:  rmattern@matternassoc.com610.459.7750   00:15:00Legal Management TalknoStrategic expense management,RFP process,cost recovery,contract renewalsAs law firms enter into another year of flat revenue and the mandate of reducing headcount even further to meet budgetary constraints, it is time to revisit althttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2014/04/15/retirement-planning-for-law-partners-best-practices-for-your-firmLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2014/04/15/retirement-planning-for-law-partners-best-practices-for-your-firm/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2014/04/15/retirement-planning-for-law-partners-best-practices-for-your-firmTue, 15 Apr 2014 14:30:00 GMTRetirement Planning for Law Partners: Best Practices for Your FirmWhen a law partner retires, the firm is faced with a wide range of operational and financial challenges. Tune into this important podcast and gain actionable information from top legal consultant, Kristin Stark. Learn best practices for - Retirement compensationDealing with the impact of partner successionPlanning for partner retirementsTransitioning clients …and much more About Kristin Stark Kristin is a Principal of Fairfax Associates. She advises firms on strategy development and implementation, organizational management and structure, financial management, and compensation. Prior to establishing the Fairfax office, Kristin was a Senior Director with Hildebrandt Baker Robbins (a subsidiary of Thomson Reuters), advising law firm clients on strategy and management topics. Before joining Hildebrandt, she was a senior consultant with Deloitte, managing consultant teams implementing innovative financial restructuring strategies for Fortune 100 companies. Ms. Stark has served global firms in the U.S., U.K., and Asia as a consultant on both strategy and operations management projects. Kristin has a BBA from the University of Notre Dame and a MBA from London Business School. Contact: Kristin.Stark@FairfaxAssociates.com 00:17:00Legal Management Talknolaw partner retirement,succession planning,retiring partners,partner retirement compensation,partner retirement impactWhen a law partner retires, the firm is faced with a wide range of operational and financial challenges. Tune into this important podcast and gain actionable inhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2014/03/31/strategic-planning-in-law-firms-from-consensus-to-nuts-bolts-implementationLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2014/03/31/strategic-planning-in-law-firms-from-consensus-to-nuts-bolts-implementation/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2014/03/31/strategic-planning-in-law-firms-from-consensus-to-nuts-bolts-implementationMon, 31 Mar 2014 13:30:00 GMTStrategic Planning in Law Firms: From Consensus to Nuts & Bolts ImplementationTune into this important podcast and gain practical information on developing and implementing a strategic plan in your firm. But the biggest obstacle of all may be gaining consensus from senior leadership.  Our guest shares his expertise on the lifecycle of a strategic plan – from the executive ‘green light’ to roll up your sleeves implementation. John Remsen, Jr. is widely recognized as one of the country’s leading authorities on law firm leadership, management, marketing and business development. After serving as in-house marketing director at two major law firms, John formed TheRemsenGroup, a consulting firm that works exclusively with law firms to help them develop and implement long-term strategic objectives to improve cohesiveness, performance and profitability. Since 1997, he has worked with over 260 law firms and thousands of lawyers. Most of his clients are mid-size commercial law firms, ranging in size from 15 to 200 lawyers.  John is the past president of the Southeastern chapter of the Legal Marketing Association and served on its national board of directors.  He will be presenting at ALA’s 2014 Annual Conference & Exposition’s Managing Partner Sessions. John can be contacted at jremsen@theremsengroup.com. http://www.managingpartnerforum.org/index.cfm/planning/ 00:26:00Legal Management Talknostrategic planning,law firm strategic planning,John Remsen,plan implementation,law firm profitabilityTune into this important podcast and gain practical information on developing and implementing a strategic plan in your firm. But the biggest obstacle of all mhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2014/03/20/communication-styles-for-impact-and-training-in-the-law-firmLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2014/03/20/communication-styles-for-impact-and-training-in-the-law-firm/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2014/03/20/communication-styles-for-impact-and-training-in-the-law-firmThu, 20 Mar 2014 14:30:00 GMTCommunication Styles for Impact and Training in the Law Firm Kristine A. Sexter, is an award-winning industrial and organizational consultant who has devoted over 22 years to studying organizational success and employee engagement.  With an extensive background in recruiting, developing, and retaining top talent, Kristine expertly serves the legal, manufacturing, healthcare and professional association industries with acclaimed metrics-based results. Ms. Sexter is known for her enthusiastic, appropriately-humorous and high-energy presentations. In addition to being a professional speaker and consultant, Kristine is a blogger, columnist and is the author of six books, including “Rolling Out the Recognition: Employee Retention Strategies for Manufacturers.” Kristine is a member of the esteemed National Speakers Association, is the Past President of the Oklahoma Speakers Association, was twice-honored as the Speaker of the Year, and is an Honors Graduate of The College of New Jersey. www.KristineSexter.com 00:25:00Legal Management Talknocommunication,public spe,Law Firm communication,training,SexterKristine A. Sexter, is an award-winning industrial and organizational consultant who has devoted over 22 years to studying organizational success and employeehttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2014/03/06/the-future-and-the-futurist-in-law-firmsLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2014/03/06/the-future-and-the-futurist-in-law-firms/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2014/03/06/the-future-and-the-futurist-in-law-firmsThu, 06 Mar 2014 16:30:00 GMTThe Future and the Futurist in Law FirmsExplore the role of the futurist today while getting a preview of what’s on the horizon in law firms tomorrow. Jobst Elster Jobst Elster brings extensive experience in market analysis, market research, public relations and product marketing to the legal industry. He has served as a legal market strategist for the last 15 years, advising companies entering the legal market, involved in mergers and acquisitions, and expanding operations overseas. Jobst regularly writes and speaks on legal technology, technology innovations and futures, legal marketing and big data.  elster@InsideLegal.com or via Twitter @InsideLegal. Article: Strategizing Today for the Legal Tech of Tomorrow, Legal Management, Jan. 2014   Eric Hunter Eric Hunter is the Director of Knowledge, Innovation & Technology Strategies at Bradford & Barthel, LLP and Executive Director of Spherical Models, LLC. He has recently integrated a Google-driven social media knowledge and collaboration environment within Bradford & Barthel, LLP. Eric is constantly looking to leverage innovation solutions to enhance client service interaction while driving business optimization solutions internally. Hunter speaks and writes on competitive strategy and collaborative cloud solutions globally and is the recipient of ILTA’s 2010 Knowledge Management Champion Distinguished Peer and ILTA’s 2010 Innovative Member awards. ehunter@bradfordbarthel.com. Article: Law Firm Futures: Driving an Intranet Evolution Through Predictive Analytics” LegalManagement, Sept. 2013.     00:26:00Legal Management Talknofuture of law firms,law futurist,future technology in law firms,jobst elster,Eric hunterExplore the role of the futurist today while getting a preview of what’s on the horizon in law firms tomorrow. Jobst Elster Jobst Elster brings extensive exphttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2014/02/13/sacred-cows-in-the-law-officeLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2014/02/13/sacred-cows-in-the-law-office/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2014/02/13/sacred-cows-in-the-law-officeThu, 13 Feb 2014 20:00:00 GMTSacred Cows in the Law Office Judy Hissong, Principal Nesso Strategies Website: http://www.nessostrategies.com/index.html   With over 15 years in C-level management, Judy provides a wealth of knowledge and expertise in successful business planning. With a background in Professional Services, she makes an ideal facilitator for strategic retreats and financial analysis.  Judy presents at several conferences on the topic of strategic and long range planning for law firms, and legal staff management. She also writes articles on the importance of strategic planning in the success of business, and is an instructor for the University of California San Diego.  Judy coaches small business owners on running a business and the necessary elements for success. Read her recent article in ALA's Legal Management: Magazine: http://www.alanet.org/legalmgmt/   00:14:00Legal Management TalknoJudy Hissong,Nesso,Sacred Cows,Legal ManagementJudy Hissong, Principal Nesso Strategies Website: http://www.nessostrategies.com/index.html   With over 15 years in C-level management, Judy provides a wehttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2013/07/26/efficiencies-risks-of-new-technology-toolsLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2013/07/26/efficiencies-risks-of-new-technology-tools/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2013/07/26/efficiencies-risks-of-new-technology-toolsFri, 26 Jul 2013 14:00:00 GMTEfficiencies & Risks of New Technology ToolsLawyers increasingly use a wide array of technology tools to get the legal work done more efficiently. There are the legal and ethical risks with the adoption of technology. Firms and corporations must be concerned not only with unauthorized access to their own information, but about the protection of client data and information belonging to third-parties. Interview with Kurt Highducheck, Head of Technology, Intellectual Property Solutions at Thomson Reuters   00:03:00Legal Management TalknoTechniology,Law Firms,Efficiencies,Risks,IPLawyers increasingly use a wide array of technology tools to get the legal work done more efficiently. There are the legal and ethical risks with the adoption ohttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2013/06/17/2013-ala-law-firm-financial-management-conference-1Legalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2013/06/17/2013-ala-law-firm-financial-management-conference-1/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2013/06/17/2013-ala-law-firm-financial-management-conference-1Mon, 17 Jun 2013 19:30:00 GMT2013 ALA Law Firm Financial Management Conference The 2013 ALA Law Firm Financial Management Conference takes place August 22-24 in Los Angeles, CA. Learn new ideas, techniques and outlooks to improve your firm's performance and results. In addition to top-notch educational sessions, attendees will have the opportunity to grown and expand their professional network.   Kate Harms, 2013 Conference Chair, tells us more about this event and why someone should attend. 00:03:00Legal Management TalknoLaw Firm Finance,Kate Harms,ALA,Financial Management,Legal ManagementThe 2013 ALA Law Firm Financial Management Conference takes place August 22-24 in Los Angeles, CA. Learn new ideas, techniques and outlooks to improve your firhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2013/04/04/does-your-disaster-plan-need-a-makeoverLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2013/04/04/does-your-disaster-plan-need-a-makeover/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2013/04/04/does-your-disaster-plan-need-a-makeoverThu, 04 Apr 2013 21:30:00 GMTDoes Your Disaster Plan Need a Makeover? It could be a burst pipe, a fire in a neighboring suite or a weeklong power outage—it doesn’t have to be a natural disaster that closes your firm’s doors. Does your current plan address temporarily relocating your office and can your lawyers continue providing services to their clients if such a situation were to occur? If not, then this session is for you. Join this hands-on session where you will receive and work through a checklist of items to review, and receive a template that you can bring back to your office and customize for your firm. 00:04:00Legal Management TalknoDisaster Plan,Kathy Scourby,Business Management,ALA,Legal ManagementIt could be a burst pipe, a fire in a neighboring suite or a weeklong power outage—it doesn’t have to be a natural disaster that closes your firm’s doors. Doeshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2013/03/14/never-let-them-go-retaining-the-best-and-the-brightestLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2013/03/14/never-let-them-go-retaining-the-best-and-the-brightest/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2013/03/14/never-let-them-go-retaining-the-best-and-the-brightestThu, 14 Mar 2013 14:00:00 GMTNever Let Them Go: Retaining the Best and the Brightest You’ve spent time and money in attracting and training the best employees you could find—and you want to keep them! But how attractive are your incentive programs to retain the best and the brightest talent working in your firm? How unique is your program and are you retaining your best employees? 00:07:00Legal Management TalknoMaureen Kolb,Human Resources,Legal,Management,Law FirmYou’ve spent time and money in attracting and training the best employees you could find—and you want to keep them! But how attractive are your incentive progrhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2013/02/21/diversity-inclusion-and-the-lawLegalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2013/02/21/diversity-inclusion-and-the-law/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/legalmanagementtalk/2013/02/21/diversity-inclusion-and-the-lawThu, 21 Feb 2013 21:30:00 GMTDiversity & Inclusion and the LawThe workforce has evolved into a rich mosaic of people from diverse cultures, beliefs and backgrounds. As a result, administrators must understand the broader issues of diversity and inclusion, and how this affects many people within the firm. 00:11:00Legal Management TalknoDiversity,Legal,Management,Inclusion,Michael CohenThe workforce has evolved into a rich mosaic of people from diverse cultures, beliefs and backgrounds. As a result, administrators must understand the broader i