The Law Firm Lab
The Law Firm Lab is a podcast for attorneys and law firm leaders who want to run their practices like businesses. Hosted by Margaret Burke, Founder and CEO of MB Law Firm Consulting, the show brings candid conversations with legal industry experts, consultants, and attorneys who have faced and solved the same challenges you’re navigating. Each episode explores practical strategies for law firm growth, from leadership and succession planning to marketing, financial management, and technology. If you’re looking for actionable insights to build a smarter, stronger, and more sustainable law firm, you’re in the right place.
Episodes
Episode Summary:
In this episode of The Law Firm Lab, host Margaret Burke, alongside consultants Kirsty Roux and Laurin Johnson, delve into the critical topic of succession planning in small to midsize law firms. They discuss the common issue of "succession without a successor," where many firms lack a clear leadership pipeline. The conversation highlights the importance of developing internal leaders early, understanding the nuan...
Episode Summary: In this episode of The Law Firm Lab, host Margaret Burke, founder and CEO of M.B. Law Firm Consulting, is joined by consultants Kirsty Roux and Laurin Johnson to discuss the critical steps attorneys should take when aspiring to become partners in a law firm. Building on a previous conversation about succession planning for firm owners, this episode shifts focus to the perspective of attorneys aiming to rise through...
Episode Summary: In this episode, consultants from MB Law Firm Consulting delves into the nuances of law firm partnerships, distinguishing between non-equity and equity partners. They emphasize the shift in mindset required as attorneys progress in their careers, highlighting the transition from individual contributor to a firm-focused leader. The discussion explores the responsibilities that come with each title, emphasizing the n...
Episode Summary: In this episode, Philip Fornaro, host of the podcast Light bulb Moments, joins the discussion on the crucial topic of succession planning for law firms. The conversation delves into debunking common misconceptions, emphasizing the importance of early planning, and the emotional and practical aspects of transitioning leadership within a law firm.
Key Timestamps: - 00:00 – Introduction - 02:15 – Worst adv...
Episode Summary: Stacey Brown Randall, a renowned referral expert and author, shares her insightful strategies for generating high-quality referrals without the need for asking. She emphasizes the importance of nurturing existing referral sources, creating a referable client experience, and building new referral relationships. Stacy's proven tactics help attorneys and professionals transform their businesses through strategic refer...
In this episode of The Law Firm Lab, Attorney Margaret Burke speaks with Jennifer Gillman, President of Gillman Strategic Group, about how small and mid-sized law firms can attract top legal talent, promote sustainability, and prevent burnout. Jennifer shares her insights on business development, lawyer well-being, and why culture and mentorship are key to long-term success in law.
Key Timestamps:00:00 – Int...
In this episode of The Law Firm Lab, Margaret Burke welcomes Elisa Silverglade, Director of Automation at Techromatic, to discuss how robotic process automation (RPA) can transform law firm operations. Drawing from her background as a law firm office manager and her expertise in automation, Elisa shares practical strategies for streamlining client onboarding, reducing bottlenecks, and freeing attorneys to focus on h...
In this episode of The Law Firm Lab, attorney and law firm consultant Margaret Burke is joined by colleagues Kirsty and Lauren from MB Law Firm Consulting. Together, they explore how law firm culture directly impacts client service, retention, and long-term success.
They discuss common misconceptions about firm culture, quick wins for shaping it intentionally, and how generational differences influence today&rs...
In this first episode, Margaret Burke, Founder and CEO of MB Law Firm Consulting, shares how she helps small to mid-sized law firms grow strategically and sustainably. With over 25 years of experience in law firm operations, leadership, and consulting, Margaret discusses the unique challenges firms face, from time management and succession planning to rebrands and acquisitions. She explains how strategic COO ser...
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