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In the summer of 2020, Answering Legal debuted a new educational podcast, covering all the parts of running a firm that weren’t really taught in law school. Each episode, our marketing director Nick Werker sits down with an expert figure from the legal world. In previous episodes our topics of discussions have included legal marketing, public relations, legal tech, time management, lawyer wellness, managing employees and hiring new staff. Stay tuned for more new episodes!

  1. Digital Marketing is On Fire - Here's What's Actually Working for PI Firms

    JAN 13

    Digital Marketing is On Fire - Here's What's Actually Working for PI Firms

    Send us a text Episode 75 of the "Everything Except The Law" podcast has arrived! This time we’re speaking with Cassidy Lewis, Chief Marketing Officer at Cooper Hurley Injury Lawyers. In this episode, Cassidy and host Nick Werker share practical guidance for law firm owners preparing to hire their first in-house marketer, explain why research and data should guide marketing decisions over gut instinct, and explore The CMO Academy’s mission to mentor and support legal marketers. About our guest: Cassidy Lewis has worked in several different industries and facets- political campaigns, Fortune 500s, and is now the Chief Marketing Officer at Cooper Hurley Injury Lawyers. She leads one of the regions top law firms as the primary decision maker on their advertising efforts, vendor choices, and high level marketing strategies.  After 7+ years in the industry, Cassidy created The CMO Academy. She took everything she knew and every mistake she made and poured it into 12 topics that cover referral marketing, database marketing, digital strategies KPIs, how to run a department, client services, and several more. Explore The CMO Academy here: https://thecmoacademy.com/ Refer a case to Cooper Hurley here: https://cooperhurley.com/referral/ Everything Except The Law is a part of the Answering Legal Podcast Network. Learn more about the show here: https://tinyurl.com/mv6vz23k  Interested in learning more about Answering Legal? Book an appointment to speak with us here: https://tinyurl.com/mrh5vrrr  You can also give us a call at 631-212-1899. This podcast is produced and edited by Joe Galotti. You can reach Joe via email at joe@answeringlegal.com.

    41 min
  2. The Hidden Referral Goldmines Your Law Firm Is Ignoring with Delisi Friday

    12/15/2025

    The Hidden Referral Goldmines Your Law Firm Is Ignoring with Delisi Friday

    Send us a text Episode 74 of the "Everything Except The Law" podcast has arrived! This time we’re speaking with Delisi Friday, Founder and Owner of First Call Friday. In this episode, Delisi and host Nick Werker discuss the value of integrating referral strategies into everyday practice, uncover hidden referral sources lawyers often overlook and explain how to train staff to recognize and act on referral opportunities. Delisi also shares a memorable encounter with Kim Kardashian and the lesson she took away from the experience. About our guest: Delisi Friday has worked 20 years in the legal industry, and is in the top 1% of LinkedIn users in the legal industry, and ranked top 50 in legal in the United States. She has worked in four 8-figure businesses, and spent 7 years as a marketing director of an 8-figure boutique PI firm. First Call Friday was founded by Delisi in 2025 to help attorneys and law firms grow their book of business through strategic, referral-based marketing. The company is about real relationship building among lawyers, referral partners, current clients, and former clients. Learn more about First Call Friday here: https://www.firstcallfriday.com/ Connect with Delisi on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/delisifriday/ Everything Except The Law is a part of the Answering Legal Podcast Network. Learn more about the show here: https://tinyurl.com/5amdynrp  Interested in learning more about Answering Legal? Book an appointment to speak with us here: https://tinyurl.com/5n758x24  You can also give us a call at 631-212-1899. This podcast is produced and edited by Joe Galotti. You can reach Joe via email at joe@answeringlegal.com.

    54 min
  3. The Marketing Strategy Session Every Law Firm Needs — with Ron Latz

    10/28/2025

    The Marketing Strategy Session Every Law Firm Needs — with Ron Latz

    Send us a text Episode 73 of the "Everything Except The Law" podcast has arrived! This time we’re speaking with Ron Latz, Founder and Law Firm Fractional CMO at LegalFenix. In this episode, Ron and host Nick Werker discuss the importance of having a diversified marketing strategy, how to build a strong brand as a law firm, and the critical role of intake processes in converting leads. They also delve into the challenges faced by small firms when competing with large national firms and the importance of leveraging technology to optimize intake and client interactions. About our guest: Ron Latz is the Founder of LegalFenix, a marketing advisory firm redefining how law firms approach growth. With more than 15 years in the legal marketing industry, Ron has guided countless firms through the complexities of modern marketing with clarity and candor. Known for his vendor-neutral stance and results-driven approach, he helps law firms align strategy with execution, optimize budgets, and rebuild trust in their marketing partnerships. Whether he’s decoding agency jargon, demystifying performance reports, or designing a blueprint for sustainable growth, Ron’s mission is to give law firms the clarity and confidence they need to win. Learn more about Ron's company here: https://legalfenix.com/ See Legal Fenix's upcoming webinars here: https://legalfenix.com/webinars/ Connect with Ron on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ronlatz/ Everything Except The Law is a part of the Answering Legal Podcast Network. Learn more about the show here: https://tinyurl.com/553h533z  Interested in learning more about Answering Legal? Book an appointment to speak with us here: https://tinyurl.com/2szb6sxp   You can also give us a call at 631-212-1899. This podcast is produced and edited by Joe Galotti. You can reach Joe via email at joe@answeringlegal.com.

    44 min
  4. Use Your CRM! HubSpot Tactics That Fix Intake & Boost Conversions

    10/09/2025

    Use Your CRM! HubSpot Tactics That Fix Intake & Boost Conversions

    Send us a text Episode 72 of the "Everything Except The Law" podcast has arrived! This time we're speaking with Robert Williams, CEO/Founder at ElevAmp LLC.  In this episode, Robert and host Nick Werker delve into the importance of CRMs, particularly HubSpot, for law firms, the significance of knowing your numbers for growth, and the necessity of using technology effectively. Robert emphasizes the need for clear naming conventions, proper roles in using CRMs, and gradual, strategic implementation of technology solutions. This episode provides valuable insights for law firm owners looking to improve their practice's efficiency and profitability. About our guest: With a wealth of legal marketing, technology and business consulting experience, Robert Williams helps businesses navigate the technology space to find the tools that enable them to hit or exceed their goals by focusing on productivity, profitability and leveraging actionable business data.  Robert has refined his leadership, management, training and mentoring skills over the last 20 years with proven success in digital marketing and business strategy. He has been recognized by his peers in both sales and services as a great leader and problem solver. Learn more about Robert's company here: https://www.elevamp.com/ Everything Except The Law is a part of the Answering Legal Podcast Network. Learn more about the show here: https://tinyurl.com/cc5fa9u3 Interested in learning more about Answering Legal? Book an appointment to speak with us here: https://tinyurl.com/2nr2zxy9 You can also give us a call at 631-212-1899 or go to www.answeringlegal.com This podcast is produced and edited by Joe Galotti. You can reach Joe via email at joe@answeringlegal.com.

    51 min
  5. Karl Seelbach Talks About The New Opportunities AI Is Creating For Law Firms

    03/06/2025

    Karl Seelbach Talks About The New Opportunities AI Is Creating For Law Firms

    Send us a text Episode 70 of the "Everything Except The Law" podcast has arrived! This time we're speaking with Karl Seelbach, attorney and Co-Founder of Skribe. In this episode, Karl and host Taryn Winter Brill discuss using education to help remove the fear around AI technology, how Skribe is helping simplify the process of collecting depositions, the role virtual reality could play in the future of law and much more!   About our guest: Karl Seelbach is a seasoned litigation attorney with over 18 years of experience in the courtroom, representing clients in personal injury, business, and employment litigation. He is a skilled advocate and a tenacious fighter who handles cases with precision and an eye towards trial from day one. His adversaries describe him as "skilled" and "whip smart." But Karl's expertise doesn't stop there - he's also the founder of Skribe.ai, a software platform for capturing and analyzing legal testimony that's changing the game for attorneys and their clients. Learn more about Skribe here: https://skribe.ai/ Learn more about Karl's law firm here: https://www.doyleseelbach.com/   Subscribe to the Answering Legal Channel so you never miss an episode of Everything Except the Law! Check out audio versions of the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Anchor.  Learn more about the show here: http://ow.ly/Eni250LekLg Interested in learning more about Answering Legal? Book an appointment to speak with us here: https://tinyurl.com/ycxdpcdz You can also give us a call at 631-400-8000 or go to www.answeringlegal.com This podcast is produced and edited by Joe Galotti. You can reach Joe via email at joe@answeringlegal.com.

    52 min
  6. Emily Brady Shares The SEO And AI Strategies Law Firms Need to Stay Competitive

    02/20/2025

    Emily Brady Shares The SEO And AI Strategies Law Firms Need to Stay Competitive

    Send us a text Episode 69 of the "Everything Except The Law" podcast has arrived! This time we're speaking with Emily Brady, SEO Director at Omnizant.   In this episode, Emily and host Nick Werker discuss what SEO actions law firms can take to boost their marketing results, how law firms who have been slacking with their website can get things back up-to-date, marketing more efficiently with the help of AI and much more! About our guest: In the past eleven years, Emily Brady has grown from a content developer to in-house SEO and content marketing expert. Emily has led teams large and small (from one to 55 team members of both content writers and SEOs) and has significant experience both creating and executing multi-channel content strategies. She is an empathetic leader, clear and gracious communicator, and driven team member. Learn more about Emily's company here: https://omnizant.com/ Subscribe to the Answering Legal Channel so you never miss an episode of Everything Except the Law! Check out audio versions of the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Anchor.  Learn more about the show here: http://ow.ly/Eni250LekLg Interested in learning more about Answering Legal? Book an appointment to speak with us here: https://tinyurl.com/ycxdpcdz You can also give us a call at 631-400-8000 or go to www.answeringlegal.com This podcast is produced and edited by Joe Galotti. You can reach Joe via email at joe@answeringlegal.com.

    30 min
  7. Allison Johs Breaks Down How Lawyers Can Make Better Use Of Their Work Days

    02/06/2025

    Allison Johs Breaks Down How Lawyers Can Make Better Use Of Their Work Days

    Send us a text Episode 68 of the Everything Except The Law podcast has arrived! This time we're speaking with Allison Johs, President of Legal Ease Consulting, Inc. In this episode, Allison and host Taryn Winter Brill discuss why not all tasks are worth an attorney's time, the value of having practice management software to help run your firm, re-finding your passion for working in law and much more! About our guest: Allison C. Johs, Esq. shows law firms how to prevent lawyer meltdown and build a practice they take pleasure in, with clients they truly care for. She provides productivity, practice management, social media, copywriting, marketing and business development coaching and consulting services for lawyers and law firms. Allison was a practicing lawyer for 15 years and worked as the Administrative Partner at Lewis, Johs, Avallone, Aviles, LLP, a multi-disciplinary law firm with offices on Long Island and in Manhattan that grew from 15 attorneys to over 50 attorneys during her time at the firm. As a result of her experience as both a lawyer and a law firm manager, Allison understands the law firm environment and the daily pressures faced by lawyers trying to manage and build their business while practicing law and successfully serving their clients. Learn more about the services Allison provides here: https://www.lawyermeltdown.com/ Or email Allison directly at Allison@legaleaseconsulting.com. Subscribe to the Answering Legal Channel so you never miss an episode of Everything Except the Law! Check out audio versions of the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Anchor.  Learn more about the show here: http://ow.ly/Eni250LekLg Interested in learning more about Answering Legal? Book an appointment to speak with us here: https://tinyurl.com/ycxdpcdz You can also give us a call at 631-400-8000 or go to www.answeringlegal.com This podcast is produced and edited by Joe Galotti. You can reach Joe via email at joe@answeringlegal.com.

    55 min

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In the summer of 2020, Answering Legal debuted a new educational podcast, covering all the parts of running a firm that weren’t really taught in law school. Each episode, our marketing director Nick Werker sits down with an expert figure from the legal world. In previous episodes our topics of discussions have included legal marketing, public relations, legal tech, time management, lawyer wellness, managing employees and hiring new staff. Stay tuned for more new episodes!