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Behind the Bench brings you the raw, untold truths of building and running a law practice, the unheard moments from your favourite legal voices. Hosted by Daniel Steinberg (Founder & CEO of Lawbrokr), each episode features unfiltered conversations with law firm leaders, founders, and operators, diving into what really happens behind growth, failure, pressure, and leadership. No fluff. No scripts. No BS. Just the real stories that happen behind the bench.

  1. 8h ago

    Built on People: How Greg Gilston Is Growing a Law Firm and Consultancy at the Same Time

    What does it look like to build from scratch, while building around people at the same time? In this episode, Daniel sits down with Greg Gilston to unpack the reality of starting a law firm from the ground up, while also building a consultancy rooted in people, relationships, and long-term value. Greg shares how he’s approached both ventures with intention, balancing the demands of growth with a clear focus on culture and human connection. They dive into what it takes to build without a legacy foundation, how to create momentum early, and why putting people at the center of everything, from team to clients to partners, becomes a true differentiator. Greg also breaks down how his consultancy informs the way he builds his firm, and how both paths reinforce each other. This is a conversation about building from zero, leading with people, and creating something that’s designed to last.

    Built on People: How Greg Gilston Is Growing a Law Firm and Consultancy at the Same Time

  2. Jul 21

    Clarity Wins: How Brian Glass Builds Law Firms That Grow With Focus and Discipline

    What if the biggest unlock for growth isn’t doing more, but doing the right things, consistently? In this episode, Daniel sits down with Brian Glass to break down how clarity, focus, and disciplined execution have shaped the way he builds and advises law firms. In a space full of noise, new tools, and constant change, Brian shares why narrowing your priorities is often the fastest path to real results. They dive into how firms can cut through distractions, align their teams around what actually matters, and build systems that drive consistent performance. Brian also unpacks the common traps firms fall into when chasing growth, and how to create a strategy that’s simple, repeatable, and scalable. This is a conversation about focus, execution, and why the firms that win aren’t doing everything, they’re doing the right things exceptionally well.

    Clarity Wins: How Brian Glass Builds Law Firms That Grow With Focus and Discipline

  3. Jul 7

    Suits Optional: How Patrick Patino Built High Five Legal With Casual Branding That Converts

    What if the fastest way to stand out in law is to stop looking like a lawyer? In this episode, Daniel sits down with Patrick Patino, founder of High Five Legal, to unpack how leaning into a more casual, authentic brand, think backward hats, hoodies, and real personality, has helped him cut through the noise and connect with modern clients. They dive into why traditional legal branding often falls flat, how Patrick made the decision to show up differently, and what happens when you prioritize relatability over formality. Patrick also breaks down how his brand translates into trust, lead flow, and client experience, proving that being approachable doesn’t mean sacrificing credibility. This is a conversation about authenticity, differentiation, and why the firms that win today aren’t the most polished, they’re the most real.

    Suits Optional: How Patrick Patino Built High Five Legal With Casual Branding That Converts

  4. Jun 23

    Beyond the Firm: How Kellam Parks Built a Law Practice and a Consultancy That Fuels It

    What happens when you don’t just build a law firm, but an ecosystem around it? In this episode, Daniel sits down with Kellam Parks of Parks Zeigler to unpack how expanding beyond the traditional firm model, through consulting, strategy, and broader advisory work, has shaped both his growth and perspective. Rather than keeping everything inside the firm, Kellam shares how building alongside it has created new opportunities, insights, and leverage. They dive into why thinking beyond billable work matters, how consulting sharpens your approach to running a firm, and what law firm leaders can learn from stepping outside their own business. Kellam also breaks down how he balances multiple lanes, builds authority in the market, and uses his broader platform to strengthen everything under the Parks Zeigler umbrella. This is a conversation about leverage, perspective, and why the modern legal operator isn’t just building a firm, they’re building something bigger around it.

    Beyond the Firm: How Kellam Parks Built a Law Practice and a Consultancy That Fuels It

  5. Jun 9

    Built on Culture, How Jonathan Merel Turned Values Into a Winning Law Firm

    What if culture isn’t a buzzword, but the foundation of growth? In this episode, Daniel sits down with Jonathan Merel to break down how building a strong, intentional culture became the backbone of his practice. From hiring to leadership to client experience, Jonathan shares how aligning values across the firm has driven performance, retention, and long-term success. They dive into what culture actually looks like in a high-performing law firm, how to create accountability without losing buy-in, and why most firms underestimate the impact of team dynamics on growth. Jonathan also unpacks the decisions and standards that shape his firm day to day, and how culture shows up in everything, from internal operations to how clients are treated. This is a conversation about leadership, alignment, and why the firms that win aren’t just built on strategy, they’re built on people.

    Built on Culture, How Jonathan Merel Turned Values Into a Winning Law Firm

  6. May 26

    The Hometown Advantage - How Joshua Hodges Built a Law Firm on Trust, Community, and Consistency

    What if the biggest growth advantage isn’t scale, it’s staying local? In this episode, Daniel sits down with Joshua Hodges, known as the Hometown Lawyer, to unpack how leaning into community, reputation, and consistency can outperform flashy marketing and rapid expansion. Joshua shares how building deep roots in a single market has allowed him to create trust at scale, becoming the go-to name where it matters most. They dive into what it really means to be a “hometown” firm in today’s digital world, how Joshua balances modern marketing with old-school relationship building, and why many firms overlook the power of local dominance. He also breaks down the habits, systems, and mindset required to grow without losing the personal touch that got him there. This is a conversation about playing a different game, owning your market, and proving that you don’t need to be everywhere to win, you just need to matter where you are.

    The Hometown Advantage - How Joshua Hodges Built a Law Firm on Trust, Community, and Consistency

  7. May 12

    Two Engines, One Vision: How Jason Melton Built His Law Firm and Regents

    What does it take to build not just a law firm, but something alongside it that expands the vision? In this episode, Daniel sits down with Jason Melton to unpack how he’s built both his law firm and Regents, and how the two work together to create leverage, opportunity, and long-term growth. Rather than treating them as separate paths, Jason shares how each venture informs the other, shaping strategy, decision-making, and execution. They dive into the realities of building in two lanes at once, how to stay focused while expanding your scope, and why more founders in legal should be thinking beyond a single entity. Jason also breaks down the mindset required to grow without dilution, build the right team, and create alignment across everything you’re building. This is a conversation about vision, leverage, and what it looks like to build something bigger than just a law firm.

    Two Engines, One Vision: How Jason Melton Built His Law Firm and Regents

  8. Apr 28

    Wasserman White's Playbook - Scaling From the Inside w/ Martha White

    What does it actually take to scale a law firm from the inside? In this episode, Daniel sits down with Martha White to break down her role in joining Wasserman White with a clear mandate, help build the systems, structure, and discipline required to scale. Rather than growth happening by chance, Martha shares how intentional execution behind the scenes is what turns a firm into a true growth engine. They dive into what most firms get wrong when trying to scale, why operations and leadership alignment matter more than any single tactic, and how to create processes that actually support sustainable growth. Martha also unpacks what it looks like to step into a firm, earn trust, and drive change from within, without breaking what already works. This is a conversation about execution, accountability, and building the infrastructure that allows great firms to grow without losing control.

    Wasserman White's Playbook - Scaling From the Inside w/ Martha White
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Behind the Bench brings you the raw, untold truths of building and running a law practice, the unheard moments from your favourite legal voices. Hosted by Daniel Steinberg (Founder & CEO of Lawbrokr), each episode features unfiltered conversations with law firm leaders, founders, and operators, diving into what really happens behind growth, failure, pressure, and leadership. No fluff. No scripts. No BS. Just the real stories that happen behind the bench.

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  • Creator
    Lawbrokr
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    15
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2026 Behind The Bench
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