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Legal Talk Network - Law News and Legal Topics
The Legal Talk Network feed is curated weekly by the Legal Talk Network team, featuring three standout episodes from across the network. Each selection showcases smart conversations, timely topics, and leading voices in the legal industry making it easy to stay up to date with the most compelling content LTN has to offer. Legal Talk Network is the premier provider of podcasts for attorneys and legal professionals, with more than 25 shows exploring today’s most important legal issues, current…
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Legal Talk Network - Law News and Legal TopicsThe Amanda Knox Story: Her Fight for Justice on the Global Stage
Suffering is part of the human experience, but most of us are granted the dignity of processing our pain and healing in private. For Amanda Knox, that has…
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This is Your Second Brain on AI
Are the guys on the verge of a major Second Brain breakthrough, hand in hand with AI? Dennis and Tom reexamine their ongoing Second Brain projects, discussing…
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Meaningful Wellbeing in Work/Life Imbalance
Pursuing perfect “balance” in our work and personal lives may not actually be a reasonable goal. There will inevitably be times when either work or home needs…
Legal Talk Network - Law News and Legal TopicsCracking the Legal Code for AI
As artificial intelligence continues to evolve, new Texas laws are establishing a foundational framework for its governance, with a focus on the prevention of…
Legal Talk Network - Law News and Legal TopicsHow Sponsorship, Empathy, and Failure Shape Great Leaders, with Michael Cohen
In episode 576, learn how to lead with empathy, build trust, and create space for growth by embracing both mentorship and sponsorship. Stephanie Everett talks…
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DOJ Has Egg On Its Face
The Department of Justice is having a rough time getting those trumped up charges (pun intended) from the fed's takeover of D.C. to stick. Plus lawyer getting…
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EP 618- Intake Analysis and Workup of a Product Fire Case Part One
How do you assess a product fire case? Follow our analysis and get some key insights as we begin to work up an intake on a tragic hospice bed fire.
Legal Talk Network - Law News and Legal TopicsHow to be (sort of) happy in law school | Rebroadcast
As summer winds down and school beckons, we’re looking back in our archives and assigning some back-to-school reading—grown-up style. In this episode…
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Amanda Knox, JJ Velasquez, and More | For The Innocent Season 3 Trailer
Hosted by Michael Semanchik, For the Innocent exposes the shocking reality of wrongful convictions through raw, first-person stories from the exonerated…
Legal Talk Network - Law News and Legal TopicsEP05: Turning a client’s moment of doubt into a strength
How do you save a case after a client announces the litigation process is too stressful and they don’t want to move forward with the case while under oath…
Legal Talk Network - Law News and Legal TopicsRedistricting, Gerrymandering, and the Impact on the 2026 Mid-Term Elections
Discover how redistricting battles could shape the future of American democracy and the 2026 midterm elections. Professor Ned Foley of The Ohio State…
Legal Talk Network - Law News and Legal TopicsFrom Overwhelmed Lawyer to Strategic Law Firm Owner, with Chad Fox
In episode #575 of Lawyerist Podcast, learn how to move beyond daily overwhelm and lead your firm with clarity, confidence, and vision as Stephanie Everett…
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Heard it on the Podcast: Guests Share How New Solo Got Them Started, Kept Them Going
Checking in with returning guests Dean Blachford and Ella Sui, who started the Blachford Tax Law firm in Ottawa, Canada in 2021. Blachford is the tax lawyer…
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2400 Reasons To Brush Up That Resume
We know where some of those pro bono payola hours are going. ----- Be prepared to be on the clock a lot longer at King & Spalding, where the firm has…
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EP 916- The Power of Admitting When You’re Wrong with Judge Jessica Kruse
We all make mistakes, but what do you do when you make one in court? Judge Jessica Kruse reminds us that how you admit your mistake can often be more important…
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Katrina’s Lasting Impact on Legal Aid 20 Years Later
Twenty years after the disaster, a Louisiana lawyer tells how Hurricane Katrina changed civil legal services forever on Talk Justice. Southeast Louisiana Legal…
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Expert Timing: When to Retain Your Expert
When do you need to start thinking about finding and retaining your expert witnesses as cases progress through the litigation process? Timing is a critical…
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Niche Marketing, a Podcast About Marketing Through Podcasting
Did your firm “set and forget” its marketing strategy? Today’s marketing has evolved beyond Google ads and billboards. Finding new, niche channels can tap new…
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Leadership in Action: How Bar Involvement Shapes Legal Careers
In this collaborative episode from the National Conference of Bar Presidents’ Leading the Bar podcast and the Chicago Bar Association’s @theBar podcast, host…
Legal Talk Network - Law News and Legal TopicsFresh Voices on Legal Tech with Bridget McCormack
Is AI the technology that will finally force lawyer tech competence? With rapid advances and the ability to address numerous problems and pain points in our…
Legal Talk Network - Law News and Legal TopicsCommunity-Based Legal Solutions for Everyday Problems, with Rebecca Sandefur & Matthew Burnett
Most people facing legal problems don’t see them as legal at all—they see them as life problems with landlords, employers, or benefits agencies. That…
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EP 617- Ten Pitfalls In Client Prep Part Two
If you just prep your client an hour before their depo, you are doing them a disservice. Tune infor our final tips on how to improve your client’s depo.
Legal Talk Network - Law News and Legal TopicsNeed to sharpen your legal writing? 10th Circuit Court judge shares his tips | Rebroadcast
As summer winds down and school beckons, we’re looking back in our archives and assigning some back-to-school reading—grown-up style. In this episode, Judge…
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The Sandwich Is Mightier Than The Sword
Law firms get some worrying numbers from last quarter. ----- The new D.C. folk hero who threw a sandwich at Trump's surge publicity stunt turned out to be a…
Legal Talk Network - Law News and Legal TopicsCelebrating 75 Years of NCBP
In this special episode of Leading the Bar, we celebrate 75 years of the National Conference of Bar Presidents with outgoing president Dan Cotter and incoming…
Legal Talk Network - Law News and Legal Topics#573: From Courtroom to Community: Strengthening Your Support Network, with Kat Vellos
Learn how to overcome busyness, start meaningful conversations, and build lasting adult friendships that enrich both your personal and professional life. In…
Legal Talk Network - Law News and Legal TopicsStrategic Shifts: How Kristen Rizzo Transitioned from Litigator to Full-Time Mediator | First Flight #7
When is the right time to rebrand your legal practice and how do you actually pull it off? In this episode of New Solo’s First Flight series, Adriana Linares…
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EP 915- Estate Planning Strategies with Katie Krispin
Estate planning attorney Katie Krispin discusses how to protect and preserve your client’s settlement, and your own future.
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How the NCBE will move the NextGen bar exam to personal computers
For decades, the Uniform Bar Examination has been old school, with bar candidates using paper-and-pencil exam books. But starting with the first administration…
Legal Talk Network - Law News and Legal TopicsCommunity Table: Live From InfoTrack Legal Up Conference
In this episode’s discussions around the Community Table: Growth is the big issue firms repeatedly face. Set reasonable expectations and know what you want. Is…
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Foreseeable Use- From a Risk Management and Safety Perspective
Expert Service Provider Janine McCartney from HHC Safety Engineering Services and HHC Safety Consulting Services, Corporation addresses foreseeable use…
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Why Corporate Lawyers are Invested in the Legal Services Corporation
Corporate counsels discuss the private sector’s role in expanding access to civil legal services for Americans who cannot afford an attorney on Talk Justice…
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Record Retention Guidance for Your Law Firm
Law firms deal with a mountain of sensitive documents and communications, so knowing how to manage them appropriately—and ethically—is a must for every…
Legal Talk Network - Law News and Legal TopicsFresh Voices on Legal Tech with Bridgette Carr
What we do as lawyers and judges is deeply human and deeply connected to our communities—so how does technology fit into that perspective? Dennis and Tom…
Legal Talk Network - Law News and Legal Topics#572: Practical Courage Skills Every Lawyer Needs, with Jim Detert
Learn how to navigate difficult conversations, manage risk, and lead with integrity in legal settings by building courage as a practical skill. In this…
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Landman versus Reality: A Real Look at Oil, Power & Property in Texas
How do Texas mineral rights and the laws governing oil, gas, and other natural resources truly function? The recent TV series "Landman" offers a dramatic…
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The Bar Exam Death Drive Becomes Dangerously Literal
And Coldplay and pierogis. ----- A woman went into cardiac arrest during the New York bar exam. Thankfully, the administrators responded swiftly. JUST KIDDING!…
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EP 616- Ten Pitfalls in Client Depo Prep Part One
Your client has a story to tell, but how they tell it may determine whether or not you win the case. Create the best possible impression by avoiding these…
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Getting Involved, Giving Back: Bar Leaders Share Their Stories
In this special joint episode presented by the Chicago Bar Association and the National Conference of Bar Presidents, host Amanda Arriaga speaks with Trisha…
Legal Talk Network - Law News and Legal TopicsJames Patterson dishes on his new legal thriller, ‘The #1 Lawyer’ | Rebroadcast
With a new legal thriller on the horizon, we're revisiting James Patterson’s 2024 interview about #1 Lawyer. The bestselling author shares how he builds…
Legal Talk Network - Law News and Legal TopicsEP04: Nurturing a client’s courage
An attorney asks The Case Doctors how to handle a situation where a client is terrified of confronting the person who harmed them in court, and how to help…
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National Labor Relations Law Facing New Court Challenges
The National Labor Relations Act recently turned 90 years old, but there appear to be a series of new “what’s old is new again” challenges to the…
Legal Talk Network - Law News and Legal TopicsScams: What to Look Out For, Recovery, AI, and How to Protect Yourself
From VA Imposter Scams to “Free Piano” Scams, scammers will stop at nothing to lure you in and take your money. With the introduction of AI into our everyday…
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The Future of Law, Understanding the “Big Picture” in a Changing World
When running a law firm, it’s vital to know what’s important. Results? Production? Call it “everything.” When we explore the future of law, it’s important to…
Legal Talk Network - Law News and Legal Topics#571: What DEI Really Means for Small Law Firms, with Tanya Hernandez
Many law firm owners want to foster inclusive workplaces—but aren’t sure how to do it without missteps or performative gestures. Professor Tanya Hernandez of…
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Checking In! Four Years Later, Solo Practice Aloha Divorce Is Thriving
Let’s get back in touch with a favorite guests from past episodes, friend of the podcast Cassandra Koenig, formerly Cassandra Michel, founder of the amicable…
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Lawyers Getting Really High On AI Hallucinations
Get it together, people! ----- It was a very bad week for lawyers and hallucinations. A federal judge had to withdraw an opinion with fake cites. One Biglaw…
Legal Talk Network - Law News and Legal Topics3 trial court judges share the tough cases that stuck with them | Rebroadcast
This month, we're revisiting some standout conversations from our archives. In this episode, three seasoned trial court judges reflect on the cases that have…
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EP 914- Using AI in Your Practice
Are you using AI as a colleague or a crutch? Recent research and our personal experience can help you decide how to utilize this tool without turning off your…
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A Time for Goodbyes. Longtime Host Dave Scriven-Young Signs Off
In this episode, we say farewell to longtime host Dave Scriven-Young as he turns the podcast hosting duties over to James “Jim” Reeder and Michal “Mic” Rogson…
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First Responders and Workers’ Comp, Understanding Workplace Injuries and PTSD
What happens when a first responder is hurt on the job or suffers from job-related post-traumatic stress? We depend on these heroes among us, always there when…
Legal Talk Network - Law News and Legal TopicsFresh Voices on Legal Tech with Kimberly Bennett
Subscription and flat fee legal services have endless potential for modern law practice, and with legal tech by your side, you can scale with this fresh…
Legal Talk Network - Law News and Legal Topics#570: Uncover Your Firm’s Journey with the New Small Firm Scorecard™, with Stephanie Everett
Your law firm isn’t just a business—it’s an evolving system. And what works in one stage of growth can sink you in another. In this episode, Zack Glaser and…
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EP 615- 12 battle tested rules for Voir Dire Part Two
Part Two provides six strategies to help remove unfavorable jurors, better frame your case and deal with damages. But to do so, you must focus on the worst…
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Aging With Dignity: How Legal Services Keep Seniors Safe
Legal experts discuss the critical role civil legal services play in addressing the legal needs of older Americans on Talk Justice. Last year, LSC-funded legal…
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Immigration and Employment Law, Today’s Tangled Web
When it comes to foreign workers inside the United States today, the world of immigration law has seemingly been upended. It can be hard to keep up with…
Legal Talk Network - Law News and Legal TopicsJeremy Evans on Leadership, Breaking Away, and Knowing When to Pivot
Jeremy Evans, founder of California Sports Lawyer and past president of the California Lawyers Association, joins Amanda Arriaga and Lynette Paczkowski on the…
Legal Talk Network - Law News and Legal TopicsThe Texas Floods: Warnings, Staffing Cuts, Climate Change, & How to Protect Ourselves from Extreme Weather
On the 4th of July, extreme rainfall ripped through Central Texas, causing catastrophic flash flooding, leaving 119 dead and over 160 missing, with numbers…
Legal Talk Network - Law News and Legal Topics#569: Your Head is a Crappy Office, and Other GTD Principles for Attorneys, with David Allen
Many lawyers feel overwhelmed by never-ending to-do lists, constant context-switching, and the mental clutter of trying to keep it all straight. In this…
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Historic Justice: Investigating Cruelty and Death at Florida’s Dozier School for Boys
For over a century, The Dozier School for Boys held dark secrets behind its gates. Allegations of abuse, forced labor, and unexplained deaths had often come up…