S02E86 Leadership, Hospitality, & Culture for Success with Elise Buie

S02E86 Leadership, Hospitality, & Culture for Success with Elise Buie

Author: Marilyn Jenkins July 24, 2025 Duration: 35:38
What if the secret to building a thriving law practice isn't found in marketing tactics or billable hour targets, but in the mirror? That's exactly what Seattle family law attorney Elise Buie discovered on her journey from solo practitioner to firm founder. Elise opens up about the profound leadership lessons she's learned over eight years of intentional development. The breakthrough moment in her growth came when she realized that every challenge in her firm, from staff performance to profi...

Running a law firm means you're not just a lawyer anymore-you're a CEO, a marketer, and a leader steering a business through complex challenges. The Leadership In Law Podcast, hosted by Marilyn Jenkins, speaks directly to that reality. This isn't about case law; it's about the business of law. You'll hear frank conversations and practical strategies focused on growth, scaling operations, and building a practice that thrives without burning you out. Episodes tackle the unspoken hurdles firm owners face, from client acquisition and team management to cultivating a sustainable vision for success. Tune in for a blend of actionable insights and real-world stories from those who've navigated the path, offering a genuine resource for the business side of your practice. If you're looking to move beyond the day-to-day and truly lead your firm forward, this podcast provides the thoughtful perspective you need.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 100

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S03E103 Succeed Without Selling with Diane Helbig [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 31:33
What if selling less could help your firm grow more? We sit down with business advisor and author Diane Helbig to rethink how lawyers win clients without scripts, pressure, or jargon. Instead of forcing a pitch, we break…
S03E101 Fish Where the Fish Are with Attorney Brandon Woodward [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 39:18
Handshakes feel friendly until someone stops paying. We sit down with corporate and M&A attorney Brandon Woodward to map a smarter way to build, protect, and sell a business, without losing sleep or leaving money on the…
S02E100 How a Subscription-Based Law Firm Works with Andrew Legrand [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:41
The billable hour has dominated legal practice for decades, but Andrew Legrand is pioneering a different approach that's transforming how entrepreneurs interact with their attorneys. As founder of Spera Law Group, Andrew…
S02E99 Practical Steps to Burnout Recovery with Charlène Gisele [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 37:54
Charlène Gisele takes us on a profound journey from high-powered litigation at Jones Day to becoming a pioneering burnout prevention specialist after witnessing her father suffer a heart attack driven by work stress. Thi…
S02E96 Giving Back to Grow and Thrive with Stacy D. Phillips [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:23
Family law powerhouse Stacy Phillips joins host Marilyn Jenkins to share the unfiltered truth about her remarkable four-decade journey from young attorney to nationally recognized legal leader. Unlike today's carefully m…
S02E94 The Importance of Data and PPC Marketing with Bo Royal [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 34:46
"Your data isn't just numbers, it's the blueprint for your firm's growth," explains Bo Royal, sharing hard-won wisdom from his journey from Fortune 500 advertising executive to specialized legal marketing expert. This co…