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Accountants Law Pod™What Does Financial Disorganization Look Like in a Law Firm?
What does financial disorganization really look like in a law firm? Sarah Prevost and Steve Libhart dig into a phrase from Sarah and Lynda’s recent ethics…
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Mergers and Acquisitions with Matt and Randy Crabtree
Thinking about selling your firm someday, or wondering what's driving all the private equity deals in professional services? Sarah, Lynda, and Steve sit down…
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Navigating Client Communications
"Do you have time for a quick question?" might be the most loaded phrase in professional services. In this episode, Sarah Prevost and Steve Libhart dig into…
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Engagement Letters That Save You
Engagement letters aren't just paperwork, they're your best defense against scope creep. In this episode, Sarah and Lynda dig into what makes a strong…
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The Profitability Puzzle: How to Know When Your Law Firm Is Truly Profitable
Revenue is not the same as profit, and this episode dives into exactly why. Lynda, Sarah, and Steve unpack what "truly profitable" actually looks like for a…
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Partnership Accounting: What Changes When You Add a Partner to Your Firm
Partnership accounting changes everything, and most law firm bookkeepers find out the hard way. In this episode Lynda Artesani, Sarah Prevost, and Steven…
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Burnout is Real: How Legal Bookkeepers Can Protect Their Energy
Burnout is real, and it hits legal bookkeepers and accountants harder than most people realize. In this candid episode, Sarah Prevost and Steven Libhart dig…
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Understanding Attorney Fees in the Current Market
Attorney fee structures are shifting fast, and AI is a big reason why. In this episode, Lynda, Sarah, and Steve dig into what's driving the polarization…
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Demystifying Accounting Concepts for Law Firms (Best Of)
Teaira is still on her honeymoon, so we're revisiting a fan favorite! Hosts Linda Artesani, Sarah Prevost, and Steven Libhart break down the accounting…
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Small Law Firm Strategies (Best Of)
Teaira is away on her honeymoon, so we're revisiting one of our favorite conversations! Hosts Linda Artesani, Sarah Prevost, and Steven Libhart dig into the…
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Why We Love Xero (Recorded at XeroCon 2026)
This episode comes to you live from XeroCon 2026 in Denver, recorded inside a vintage Airstream turned podcast studio! Lynda, Sarah, Steve, and producer Teaira…
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Financial Cents Updates with Shahram Zarshenas
Shahram Zarshenas from Financial Cents joins Lynda, Sarah, and Steven for a deep dive into what's new in practice management software, and how AI is reshaping…
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Dear Attorney, Stop Using Zelle as a Payment Type
Zelle is fast, convenient, and wildly popular. It is also one of the most dangerous payment platforms an attorney can use for client transactions. In this…
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Holding the Weight of Someone Else’s Compliance on Your Shoulders
Holding the weight of someone else's compliance is one of the heaviest parts of legal bookkeeping, and in this episode Lynda Artesani, Sarah Prevost, and…
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Clio + QuickBooks Integration
Should you connect Clio to QuickBooks or keep them separate? Lynda Artesani, Sarah Prevost, and Steven Libhart settle the debate once and for all. In this…
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The Anti-DIY Chart of Accounts: How to Build it Right
Building a law firm's chart of accounts by leaving QuickBooks or Xero on default settings almost never works, and it usually creates a mess someone else has to…
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Dear Attorney, Your Bookkeeper Deserves A Vacation (Everything is Going To Be Fine)
Lynda is back after a trip to California that ended with a broken shoulder and a great story, and the team is diving into two topics that the community has…
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Advisory Services 101
Advisory services are no longer optional for accountants and bookkeepers. They are the future of the profession. In this episode, Sarah Prevost and Steven…
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If You Hate Numbers, That’s Exactly Why You Need Them
If you hate numbers, this episode is exactly for you. Sarah Prevost and Steven Libhart make the case that the attorneys and firm owners who avoid their…
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Evergreen Retainer Tips
Evergreen retainers are one of the most powerful tools a law firm can use to protect cash flow and reduce accounts receivable headaches — but only when they…
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The Side Spreadsheet Trap
Why do law firms still rely on side spreadsheets? In this episode, Lynda Artesani, Sarah Prevost, and Steven Libhart dig into the real reasons attorneys lean…
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It’s Mid-Year: Where Is Your Business?
It's our three-year anniversary and we're kicking off Season 4! In this episode, Lynda, Sarah, and Steve celebrate the milestone and dive into one of the most…
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KUDO Digital Accounting Conference
Sarah is back, and she has a story to tell! Fresh off an unexpected keynote at the Kudo Digital Accounting Conference in Kosovo, Sarah shares what it was like…
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Navigating IOLTA Trust Accounts
Here are the updated versions without em dashes: Spotify Description Trust accounting is one of the most compliance-heavy areas in legal bookkeeping, and…
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Maybe Your Paralegal Shouldn’t Be Handling Bookkeeping…
Your paralegal is great at their job. That is exactly why they should not be doing your books. In this episode of Accountants Law Pod, Lynda and Steve make the…
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The Future of Legal Accounting: Trends and Predictions
The future of legal accounting is moving fast and AI is at the center of it. In this episode of Accountants Law Pod, we take an honest and sometimes hilarious…
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Most Common Mistakes in Legal Accounting
Whether you are an attorney managing your own books or a bookkeeper supporting law firms, the same costly mistakes show up again and again. In this episode of…
Accountants Law Pod™LEDES Billing
If you’ve ever heard of LEDES billing and thought, “How hard can it be?”… this episode might just save you from a full-blown billing meltdown. In this episode…
Accountants Law Pod™What To Do When Your Bookkeeper Suddenly Quits
What happens when your bookkeeper or accountant quits without notice? In this episode of Accountants Law Pod, Linda, Sarah, and Steve dig into one of the most…
Accountants Law Pod™Client Ledger Cleanup Hacks
Client Ledger Cleanup Hacks for Law Firms: Fixing Messy Books, Trust Issues, and IOLTA Risks Cleaning up messy law firm books can feel like solving a puzzle…
Accountants Law Pod™QBO Alternatives
With QuickBooks Desktop support ending in 2026 and growing frustration around QuickBooks Online, many law firms are asking the same question: What are the best…
Accountants Law Pod™How AI Is Transforming Judicial Work: A Conversation with the Hon. Maritza Dominguez Braswell
How will artificial intelligence reshape the courtroom and the legal profession? In this episode, we speak with U.S. Magistrate Judge Maritza Dominguez…
Accountants Law Pod™Bookkeeping Strategies for Small Law Firms
Small law firms often rely on spreadsheets and patchwork processes to manage their finances, but that approach rarely scales. In this episode of Accountants…
Accountants Law Pod™Our Law Firm Business Coach Hot Takes
We dive into the world of law-firm business coaches - hot takes and hard truths. From confusing reports and costly programs to chart-of-accounts chaos, we…
Accountants Law Pod™The Outsourced Accountant: How Virtual Accounting Can Transform Your Law Firm
Outsourced accounting helps law firms stay focused, cut costs, and stay compliant - especially with trust accounting. We cover spotting workflow red flags…
Accountants Law Pod™Attorney Compensation Models: A Deep Dive
In this episode, we break down common attorney compensation models—including “eat what you kill,” flat fee structures, and performance-based pay—exploring the…
Accountants Law Pod™The Ultimate Legal Accounting Software Showdown
In this episode, we break down the pros and cons of today’s leading legal accounting tools—Clio, LeanLaw, CosmoLex, MyCase, and PracticePanther. We compare…
Accountants Law Pod™Preventing Trust Account Mishaps: Best Practices
Dive into trust account pitfalls as we explore real-life fraud cases, cybersecurity risks, and how mishandled workflows lead to compliance failures. Learn…
Accountants Law Pod™Demystifying Accounting Concepts for Law Firms
In this episode we break down the accounting pitfalls law firms face - from IOLTA missteps to messy trust reconciliations. We explain why early…
Accountants Law Pod™Tax Planning for Legal Professionals
Start the year with smart tax planning for law firms. In this episode, we cover common bookkeeping challenges, goal-setting strategies, and how to prepare for…
Accountants Law Pod™Avoiding an Audit (Best Of)
In this Best Of episode we revisit our most important insights on avoiding audits in legal and accounting practices. From bar and compliance audits to trust…
Accountants Law Pod™Cybersecurity for Legal Accountants
In this episode we explore cybersecurity for legal accountants. We discuss protecting sensitive data, the role of managed IT services, staff training, and…
Accountants Law Pod™Class Accounting
In this episode we explore class accounting and how law firms can use it to gain clearer financial insights. We break down when class accounting makes sense…
Accountants Law Pod™Unpacking the Law Firm Chart of Accounts
In this episode we break down the essentials of building and maintaining a strong chart of accounts for law firms. Learn common COA mistakes, best practices…
Accountants Law Pod™When Is It Time to Hire? The Subtle (and Not-So-Subtle) Signs You Need Help
In this episode we break down when and how to hire for growth in accounting and legal firms. We explore the signs it’s time to bring on help, how to balance…
Accountants Law Pod™Year-End Bonuses: Do's and Don'ts
In this episode of Accountants Law Pod we pull back the curtain on one of the most anticipated—and often misunderstood—topics in law firm management: year-end…
Accountants Law Pod™Ultimate Check-List for Year-End (Year-End Series)
In this episode we walk you through the ultimate year-end checklist for accounting and law firms. From tax planning and managing bonuses to reviewing health…
Accountants Law Pod™S Corps, LLCs, and C Corps - Choosing the Right Business Structure (Year-End Series)
In this episode we unpack the often-confusing world of business structures. From LLCs to S-Corps, they explore how each entity works, when it makes sense to…
Accountants Law Pod™The Ultimate Guide to Budgeting for Lawyers (Year-End Series)
Law firms thrive on smart budgeting. In this episode, we cover how to build a realistic budget, manage fixed and variable costs, plan for estimated taxes, and…
Accountants Law Pod™California’s New Bar Rules: What Every Lawyer Should Prepare For
California’s bar just tightened its compliance rules, and the fallout is real. In this episode, we break down the surprising results of a statewide compliance…
Accountants Law Pod™Cash Flow Strategies for Busy Lawyers
In this episode of Accountants Law Pod, Steve and Sarah dive into essential cash flow strategies designed specifically for law firms. They unpack how accurate…
Accountants Law Pod™When Your Law Firm Needs a CFO: Scaling Profitably with Fractional CFO Strategy with Danielle Hendon
In this episode, we sit down with Danielle Hendon of Four Corners CFO to unpack the true role of a CFO in law firms. From cash flow and bonus planning to…
Accountants Law Pod™ClioCon 2025 Recap
In this episode of the Accountants Law Pod, we dive into the highlights of ClioCon 2025, one of the most influential events in the legal industry. We share key…
Accountants Law Pod™Being Ghosted By A Client (Best Of)
Ghosted by a client? You’re not alone. In this Best Of episode, Sarah, Lynda, and Steve share real stories and smart strategies for handling unresponsive…
Accountants Law Pod™Financial Forecasting - Building a Future-Proof Business Plan
Discover how financial forecasting can future-proof your law firm. Hosts Lynda Artesani, Sarah Prevost, and Steve Libhart discuss tax planning, budgeting…
Accountants Law Pod™The Importance of Billing Accuracy
💼 Accuracy in billing isn’t optional—it’s essential. In this episode, we cover common pitfalls, smarter tracking, and tools to keep law firms profitable &…
Accountants Law Pod™KPI's for Law Firms (Best Of)
Best Of: Learn how KPIs drive law firm success. Sarah and Steve share practical tips to track growth, performance & profitability. 01:43 Introduction to KPIs…
Accountants Law Pod™A Guide to Legal Accounting Software
Discover the best law firm billing software options and learn how to choose the right solution for trust management, compliance, and efficiency. 00:41…
Accountants Law Pod™Payment Processing with Emery Wager from Confido Legal
In this episode of Accountants Law Pod, our hosts sit down with Emery Wager, from Confido Legal, a payment processing platform designed exclusively for law…
Accountants Law Pod™Advanced Client Costs
Understanding Advanced Client Costs: A Deep Dive In this episode of the Accountants Law Pod, Sarah and Steve unpack the complexities of advanced client costs…