Podcasts by The Florida Bar
LegalFuel is the official Florida Bar Podcast. This monthly series is brought to you by The Practice Resource Center of The Florida Bar and will feature esteemed leaders in law discussing new and innovative topics. Its purpose is to help members of The Florida Bar as well as attorneys from other states run better practices and provide better legal services to their clients. Disclaimer: The views expressed by the participants of this program are their own and do not represent the views of, nor are they endorsed by The Florida Bar, their respective officers, directors, employees, agents, or representatives. None of the content should be considered legal advice. As always, consult a lawyer.
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No Law Firm is Too Small for Cyber Security from 2023-12-13T19:49:54.651825
Some small law firms and solo practitioners feel that their practice and available revenue is too small to invest resources into cyber security protections. In this episode of The Fl...
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Everything CLE: Requirements, Reporting, Records, Etc. from 2023-11-29T22:18:39.679808
The Florida Bar’s Practice Resource Center gets a lot of questions about trust accounting and technology, but one of the most popular topics members contact us about is Continuing Legal Educatio...
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The Florida Bar Tech Helpline from 2023-11-29T22:18:39.677571
In 2021 The Florida Bar Board of Governors launched a three-month beta test of a tech support helpline. After much success, the non-emergency Florida Bar Tech Helpline was added to the Member Be...
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You Can Strengthen Your Brain, Improve Your Memory, and Elevate Your Mood in 12 Minutes a Day from 2023-11-29T22:18:39.675232
Back in the 1960s, doctors were not yet aware that physical exercise could improve cardiovascular health. Flash forward to today and scientists are proving that with the right mental training, w...
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Managing Remote and Hybrid Law Firms: Lawyaw Edition from 2023-11-29T22:18:39.672726
Remote and hybrid work arrangements are not new concepts for law firm managers, however the pandemic resulted in more firms acknowledging that remote and hybrid models do work and are worth inve...
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Grow Your Practice with The Florida Bar Lawyer Referral Service from 2023-11-29T22:18:39.670295
The Florida Bar’s Lawyer Referral Service was created in 1972 to bridge the gap for individuals in need of legal services by referral method with licensed attorneys. The Lawyer Referral Service ...
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Understanding Neurodiversity in the Practice of Law from 2023-11-29T22:18:39.666770
Most of us at one time or another might have heard the saying, “great minds think alike.” Perhaps our colleagues have said it when collectively the same decision is made, or an exceptional idea ...
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Florida Lawyers Assistance: Saving Lives and Livelihoods from 2023-11-29T22:18:39.663745
We all know that the practice of law can be extremely stressful, and unfortunately, lawyers have consistently experienced higher rates of depression and substance abuse. Because of this, The Flo...
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Pro Tips for Flying Solo from 2023-11-29T22:18:39.660389
Have you ever considered starting your own law practice? It’s an appealing question – imagine being your own boss, setting your own schedule, and only accepting cases that you are excited about....
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Attorneys: Is Your Nonlawyer Staff Ethically Supporting you? from 2023-11-29T22:18:39.652973
Many attorneys rely heavily on their nonlawyer staff to assist with the extensive workload that comes along with running a practice. It is very easy to begin to lean on competent and experience...
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Tech Expert, Bob Ambrogi, Shares Practice Management and Legal Technology Guidance from 2023-11-29T22:18:39.646807
Making the most of your time is probably at the top of your list if you’re running a solo or small law firm. When you’re managing both the business side of your firm while also practicing law, y...
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Sharon Nelson and John Simek of Sensei Enterprises, Share Cybersecurity and Technology Advice for Small Firms from 2023-11-29T22:18:39.643539
Regardless of practice area, attorneys handle and store a volume of confidential information that can make them attractive targets for hackers. Small firms can be particularly at risk because th...
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Getting More Done and Increasing Well-Being While Practicing with ADHD from 2023-11-29T22:18:39.640426
A landmark ABA study revealed that 12.5% of lawyers have Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder or ADHD, compared to only 4.5% of the general population. Individuals diagnosed with ADHD often ...
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The Value of Client Intake: Practical Tips to Streamline Your Firm’s Workflow from 2023-11-29T22:18:39.638095
The client intake process goes far beyond simply having a potential client complete a few forms. It encompasses everything from attracting new clients during the first interaction with your firm...
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Is Your Law Firm Ready for a 4-Day Workweek? from 2023-11-29T22:18:39.632148
Traditionally, the workweek spans from Monday to Friday, but have you ever questioned the rationale behind this norm and whether it is optimal? Amongst growing anxiety and stress levels worldwid...
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Empowering Change: Cultivating a Resilient Law Firm Culture from 2023-11-29T22:18:39.630016
Fostering a thriving law firm culture not only ensures the growth of a successful legal practice but also nurtures a positive and uplifting company environment. Although the legal industry has l...
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AI&Chatbots: Embracing Innovative Solutions for Your Law Firm from 2023-11-29T22:18:39.627134
Chatbots and AI platforms have the potential to revolutionize the way law firms operate, bringing numerous benefits to both legal professionals and their clients. These technologies can streamli...
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Trust Account Compliance and How the Software Program, Nota, (That Is Now Free for Florida Bar Members) Can Help! from 2023-11-29T22:18:39.624175
A recent Bar News article stated that: “Trust account maintenance and c...
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Are Law Firms Rethinking Their Remote Work Policies? from 2023-11-29T22:18:39.618550
Beginning in March of 2020, the pandemic transformed every aspect of our lives. For most of us who had reported to an office every day, this meant a very sudden shift to remote only work. Law fi...
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Microsoft 365 and Copilot: Top Features for Legal Practice Needs from 2023-11-29T22:18:39.610789
Microsoft 365 is a must for many legal professionals who rely on its wide range of time saving and regularly enhanced tools. There are also specifically designed features within the software to ...
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New Year, New Rules - an Ethics and Advertising Refresher from 2022-01-31T01:00
Every year, there are updates and changes to the Rules Regulating The Florida Bar and new Ethics Opinions. We are fortunate to have knowledgeable attorneys standing by on the Ethics Hotline resp...
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Professional Etiquette in the Zoom Era from 2021-11-29T05:00
The Florida Supreme Court has partnered with the Bar to declare November “Legal Professionalism Month” and is asking members to rededicate themselves to the highest ideals of professionalism and...
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Protecting Your Files: Understanding How to Securely Store&Share Files in the Cloud from 2021-10-25T00:00
Don’t let popular headlines fool you into thinking that only large firms with enormous bank accounts and ties to potentially criminal activity are at risk of cyberattacks. The reality is that fi...
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Is It Time to Outsource Your HR and Get Back to Practicing Law? from 2021-09-27T00:00
Here at the Practice Resource Center, we frequently get calls from lawyers who are thinking about starting their own firms and we explain that they will be doing two jobs: practicing law and run...
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All Those Tech Questions You’ve Been Afraid to Ask from 2021-08-30T00:00
Today, practicing law requires a lot more technology know-how than in the past. Back in 2016, The Florida Supreme Court increased the number of mandatory CLE hours to include 3 in technology. We...
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Why Initiatives to Retain&Engage Women Lawyers Improve the Profession for Everyone from 2021-07-23T15:00
“Attrition of women lawyers is one big obstacle to improving gender diversity at the top. When asked recently to identify major obstacles for women advancing to equity partner, 31% of the nation...
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The Impact of Secondary Trauma in the Legal Profession from 2021-06-28T00:00
Helping others gives a lawyer’s work meaning but carrying the weight of their client’s stress and trauma can also exact a heavy toll on a lawyer’s well-being. Secondary trauma is caused when one...
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A Pocket Guide to Social Media from 2021-05-24T00:00
Social media platforms have become ubiquitous marketing tools. According to a report by the Interactive Advertising Burea...
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The Florida Bar Tech Support Helpline (BETA) from 2021-05-20T16:00
In March, The Florida Bar announced the launch of a test program—The Florida Bar Tech Support Helpline—to assist solo and small firm lawye...
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A Practical Guide to Parental Leave for Your Firm from 2021-04-26T00:00
In 2020 the Florida Supreme Court adopted a presumptive three-month parental leave rule for many court cases that would require judges to grant a lead attorney’s request for leave for the birth ...
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Practical Tips to Virtually Hire and Onboard Successfully from 2021-03-29T00:00
Pre-COVID, legal professionals operated in a world centered around in-person interactions; meeting with clients, colleagues, appearing in court, attending mediations, the list goes on. COVID too...
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Florida Courts E-Filing Portal from 2021-02-22T00:00
The Florida Courts E-Filing Portal system links all of the 20 judicial circuit courts, the 5 District Courts of Appeal and the Supreme Court – all through one single, integrated Portal website. ...
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Court Reporting: An Attorney’s Guide from 2021-01-25T00:00
Many of our listeners are new, solo, or small firm attorneys, so we like to explore and demystify as many topics as we can to help them in their practices. In this episode we explore the court r...
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The Greatest Hits of 2020: Rules, Ethics Opinions, Recommendations, Member Benefits,&More! from 2020-12-28T00:00
2020 has been an unprecedented time of change for everyone and needless to say, there is a lot to talk about. So, for this final episode of 2020, hosts Christine Bilbrey and Karla Ecka...
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The Florida Registered Paralegal: A Valuable Firm Asset from 2020-11-30T00:00
Back in 2006 when the idea of a Florida Registered Paralegal program was being considered, Judge Ross Goodman who was chair of the Special Committee to Study Paralegal Regulation stated “I think...
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The Future of Florida Law, Episode 1, Video Conferencing from 2020-10-26T00:00
The COVID-19 Pandemic has forced practitioners to quickly adopt new technologies, such as video conferencing. But there are serious privacy and security obligations that must be considered when ...
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The Florida Lawyers Helpline 833-FL1-WELL from 2020-10-01T15:00
Practicing law was stressful enough before COVID-19 exacerbated the anxiety and depression that can come from worrying about finances, job security, or the health of loved ones. In response, The...
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Elevating Happiness and Increasing Success with Emotional Intelligence from 2020-09-28T00:00
While many lawyers likely credit much of their success to their high IQ’s, studies have shown that the happiest and most successful people also possess high emotional intelligence (EI or EQ). ...
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Alternative Law Firm Pricing Models from 2020-08-24T00:00
Some attorneys have been using alternatives fee arrangements for years while others have staunchly held on to the traditional billable hour model. In the face of the current pandemic, many in th...
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The Qualifying Provider Rule, Referrals, and Fee Splitting from 2020-07-27T00:00
Wondering about the difference between a qualifying provider and a lawyer referral service? Are you interested in becoming a qualifying provider or participating with one? Are you familiar with ...
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The Rules of Retiring, Going Inactive, or Closing a Firm from 2020-06-30T14:00
As we’ve discussed in previous episodes and