December 2024 Law Subscribed Monthly Digest
Mathew Kerbis
The Subscription Attorney | National Award-Winner | AI-Enhanced | Podcaster (200+) | Public Speaker (120+) | Fractional General Counsel | Helping business owners with legal ops and people find legal peace of mind.
Happy New Year!
Law Subscribed embarks on a new style of content for 2025 focused on the nuts and bolts of running a law firm in 2025 (in particular for law firms not billing by the hour).
There are still several interview-based format shows and more LinkedIn Lives planned including new office hours for the most engaged listeners.
Until then, check out the episodes from the previous month of Law Subscribed below.
The episode titles are hyperlinked.
Here are the episodes from December 2024:
This is the recording of my live CLE presentation at Nifty Marketing 's NiftyCON in 2024 called AI’s Impact on Competence and Fees: Ethically Become a Lawyer of the Future. The CLE goals are: (1) learn to ethically incorporate AI into legal practice; (2) differentiate between various AI tools; and (3) learn about the most profitable and ethical billing methods. No CLE credit is available for listening to this podcast, but the content will still be super valuable and still worth a listen.
John Heiderscheidt , a Chicago-based attorney with nearly 13 years of experience, specializes in criminal defense, immigration, and some aspects of civil law with a business focus. He discusses the evolving legal industry and the economic challenges both lawyers and clients face today. Highlighting the affordability crisis in legal services, John references a study by the American Bar Association which found that over 85% of Americans cannot afford legal representation when needed. This alarming statistic led him to adopt a subscription model for legal services, likening it to insurance against legal fees. He believes this model not only makes economic sense for clients by offering steep discounts but also anticipates their legal needs through regular check-ups, akin to a doctor’s visit for physical wellness.
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Conrad Everhard , a seasoned lawyer with over three decades of experience, is a co-founder of Flatiron Law Group . His journey through the legal profession includes significant tenures as an associate and partner at major law firms like Jones Day and Bryan Cave, as well as a pivotal role as the general counsel of a solar company. Everhart's transition back to private practice led him to establish Flatiron alongside fellow veterans of BigLaw. Flatiron Law Group distinguishes itself as a disruptive entity in the legal industry, adopting a flat fee structure for premium deal work, primarily in mergers and acquisitions (M&A). This innovative approach is bolstered by proprietary technology and a flexible labor model, aiming to deliver legal services more efficiently and cost-effectively than traditional firms.
Steven Leahy , a seasoned tax attorney, shares his journey and insights on transitioning to a subscription-based legal practice. Initially venturing into law with a business mindset, Leahy found his calling in assisting business owners with tax issues, evolving his services beyond mere IRS problem-solving to fostering business prosperity. His approach includes a five-step program aimed at not just resolving tax issues but also promoting business growth. Leahy’s transition to a subscription model was driven by the challenges of flat rate fees and the desire for a more sustainable practice that allows for continuous client support.
Episodes 84-104 make up the third Law Subscribed compilation episode for Part 3: Is a Hotdog a Sandwich, and Why?
It was a banner year for Law Subscribed . We crossed 100 episodes and got high quality and high profile guests for the podcast. Also, learn about new paid subscriber benefits!
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