Understanding CFO Support for Law Firms: Why It's Essential at Any Size
In this episode of Your Profitable Law Firm podcast, Kelley Brubaker breaks down what a CFO does in a traditional business setting and how this role translates to law firms. Kelley clarifies the misconceptions about CFO support being exclusive to large firms and explains why it's valuable at any stage of growth. She discusses Fractional CFOs, the specific financial challenges law firms face, and introduces different packages for CFO support tailored to firms of various sizes.
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Mastering Legal Content Strategy with Dianna Mason Horacek
In this episode of Your Profitable Law Firm Podcast, Kelley Brubaker sits down with Dianna Mason Horacek, founder of Acadia Content Solutions and expert legal content writer. They talk about strategies for creating impactful legal content for law firm websites and exploring the pitfalls law firms commonly encounter.
Dianna shares insights into making legal content accessible for clients, the significance of accurately targeting practice areas, and the innovative ways AI can be beneficial yet risky. They also discuss the importance of engaging with social media, notably LinkedIn and TikTok, to build a strong online presence. Tune in to discover hidden strategies for boosting your law firm's profitability and growth.
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Harnessing AI in Law Firms: A Conversation with Josh NoffkeIn this episode of Your Profitable Law Firm Podcast, host Kelley Brubaker is joined by Josh Noffke, a practicing attorney, fractional CLO, and the founder of Brass Tax and Noffke Law. Together, they explore practical applications of AI in law firms, focusing on compliance AI workflows, inbox triage agents, and AI-powered data rooms for M&A deals.
Kelley and Josh also discuss the importance of actionable AI projects, essential guardrails, and quick wins for professionals.
This comprehensive discussion seeks to transform law firms with AI-driven strategies. Stay tuned for insights into AI confidentiality, custom-built GPT tools, and personal mental health.
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Streamline Your Law Firm’s Expense Management with Smart Spend: Insights from Experts
In this episode, we're featuring a replay from an in-person user conference hosted by 8am (formerly Affinipay) in September 2025. Join the panelists as they talk about the benefits of 8am's Smart Spend product. The session covers how Smart Spend addresses key financial management pain points, including manual expense tracking, lack of spending controls, and financial visibility. Learn from real-life experiences and discover how to implement smarter spending strategies for better cash flow and profitability in your law firm.
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Maximizing Law Firm Growth with Data: Insights from Legal Experts
In this episode, we bring you an exciting replay from the 2025 8am user conference in Austin, Texas. Join Gabriela Cubeiro, SVP of Product at 8am, as she moderates a panel discussion featuring legal experts Kelley Brubaker, CPA and Fractional CFO, and Travis Easton, co-managing partner of Easton and Easton.
The panel dives deep into the concept of the data-driven law firm, discussing how leveraging data can drive growth and profitability. Key takeaways include identifying and tracking essential metrics, overcoming analysis paralysis, and balancing intuition with data. Whether you are a solo practitioner or manage a large firm, this episode offers valuable insights on transforming your legal practice through data. Don’t miss out on actionable advice to help you start measuring and improving your firm's performance today!
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Navigating the Solo Journey: Insights with Wendy S Meadows
Join us in this insightful podcast episode as we welcome Wendy S Meadows, family law attorney, coach, and author of 'Sparkle & Grit'. Wendy shares her journey from being a managing partner to going solo, discussing essential considerations like financial planning, client relationships, and maintaining a work-life balance.
We talked about overcoming burnout, the importance of a morning routine, and the cyclical nature of Groundhog Day in professional life. Wendy also introduces valuable resources like the Quick Start Calculator and Pause Time Playbook to help you on your solo journey. Whether you're contemplating going solo or looking to revamp your daily routine, this episode offers a wealth of knowledge and practical advice.
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wendy-s-meadows/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wendy_s_meadows/
Free Tool: Going Solo Simple Calculator
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A short guide to creating breathing room in your schedule so you can think and lead again.
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Legal Leadership: From Courtroom to C-Suite with Dan Cuneo, Esq.
In this insightful podcast episode, we sit down with Dan Cuneo, Esq., the Chief Operating Officer of Malone Hatley PC, as he shares invaluable lessons from his 20+ years of experience in legal and executive leadership.
Dan's journey from a litigator to a COO is filled with strategic vision, operational excellence, and a passion for fostering innovation and high-performing teams. We talked about his approach to effective law firm management, the importance of listening and mentorship, and the philosophy of putting people first to drive organizational growth. Tune in for an engaging discussion that offers practical advice for legal professionals and business leaders alike.
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Website: https://www.melonelawpc.com/about/our-attorneys/dan-cuneo/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dan-cuneo-1142547/
Dan's TEDx: https://youtu.be/wD0LePaeBNc?si=IXS8-pCQApGZkcEI
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Profit Leakage and Expense Management for Law Firms: Strategies and Best Practices
Join Kelley Brubaker, founder of Profit Scale Thrive, and webinar moderator Brittany Hoffman as they dive deep into the crucial topics of profit leakage and expense management for law firms.
In this replay of a live webinar hosted by Above the Law and sponsored by 8:00 AM, Kelley shares hidden strategies and practical tips to ensure law firm financial health.
The discussion covers why profit leakage matters, common sources, strategies for better expense management, and practical takeaways to optimize firm profitability. Learn to transform overwhelm into confidence and create a thriving law firm.
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Insightful Conversations on Finance and Niche Marketing with Frank Rekas
In this episode, Kelley Brubaker interviews Frank Rekas, a well-known financial planner specializing in working with law firm owners. They discuss their professional backgrounds, the importance of niching in business, and share personal experiences about realizing the value of focusing on specific client bases. The conversation touches upon financial planning, risk management, and the crucial role of insurance coverage. Both Kelley and Frank provide valuable insights into the challenges and rewards of their niche markets, highlighting practical strategies for financial growth and stability.
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/frankrekas/
Website: palmwealthpartners.com
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Finding the Right Financial Partner for Your Law Firm
In this episode of Your Profitable Law Firm podcast, host Kelley Brubaker addresses the most common questions law firm owners ask about choosing financial partners. Kelley covers various topics such as selecting bookkeeping services tailored for law firms, where to find outsourced bookkeeping help, cloud-based bookkeeping solutions, the importance of comprehensive financial reporting, and hiring CFO services that understand legal industry finances. Practical advice is given on evaluating potential financial partners to ensure compliance, clarity, and confidence in managing your firm's finances. Additionally, Kelley explains the significance of scaling financial systems to match the growth of a law firm and offers a free curiosity call to help firms determine their next best step.
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AI and Legal Practice: A Conversation with Carolyn Elefant
In this episode, Kelley Brubaker welcomes Carolyn Elefant, owner of a 30-year-old law firm and the author of the long-running blog myshingle.com. Carolyn shares her experience in using AI to enhance solo and small firm practices and discusses the challenges and changes within the legal industry.
They also talk about the cautious adoption of new technologies like AI, Carolyn's recent conference on using AI in legal practice, and her journey as a columnist for Above the Law. Carolyn details her latest book updates and offers inspirational advice for those considering starting their own firms.
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Transform Your Legal Practice with Flat Fee Billing: Kelley's Guide
In this episode, Kelley Brubaker discusses the financial unpredictability of hourly billing in the legal industry and explores the cashflow advantages of flat fees. Using a case study of a family law firm, Kelley illustrates how transitioning to flat fee billing can lead to more predictable revenue, reduced administrative overhead, stronger client relationships, better team focus, and improved forecasting. She also outlines a five-step process for implementing flat fees, helping legal practitioners create a more efficient and profitable practice.
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Building Efficient Law Firms and Leveraging Content Creation with Brian Glass
In this podcast episode, Kelley Brubaker welcomes Brian Glass, a personal injury attorney from Northern Virginia, to discuss effective strategies for law firm management. They talk about the importance of systems and habits that protect an owner's time, as well as innovative ways to repurpose content for marketing. Brian shares insights into his practices and experiences, and they both give practical advice on using technology and effective delegation to ensure a thriving legal practice. Brian also highlights the Great Legal Marketing Summit coming up in October featuring keynote speaker Dan Kennedy - link to register is below.
Connect with Brian:
✅ Register for the 2025 GLM Summit Oct 23-25: https://www.glmsummit.com/
✅ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fairfaxpersonalinjury/
✅ Brian's Podcast "Life Beyond the Briefs": https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-beyond-the-briefs/id1651002001
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Navigating the Growth Stages of Your Law Firm for Optimal ProfitabilityIn this episode of Your Profitable Law Firm podcast, Kelley Brubaker explores the critical growth stages of a law firm from solo practice to scaling with systems. Kelley discusses key considerations for each stage, such as revenue stability, role clarity, building a core team, and leveraging data-driven decisions. She emphasizes the importance of timing in hiring and provides practical tips on making strategic hires, tracking key metrics, and maintaining profitability. Kelley also highlights warning signs of premature or delayed hiring and offers advice on balancing leadership with legal work. Don't miss out on essential strategies for growing your dream law firm sustainably and profitably.Do you receive my newsletter? Sign up and enjoy access to free templates and checklists that support each podcast episode. Only those who are on the newsletter distribution list will receive this bonus content. Sign up now: https://www.profitscalethrive.com/newsletter-sign-up
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Maximizing Your Law Firm’s Online Potential with Anthony KarlsIn this episode, Kelley Brubaker hosts Anthony Karls, co-founder of Sterling Lawyers and president of Rocket Clicks. They discuss how niche marketing, specifically for family law, can greatly improve law firms' online presence and reduce 'leaky' websites.
Anthony shares the importance of responding to web leads promptly and optimizing online and offline interactions to enhance Google rankings. Additionally, he introduces the 'Waterfall Method', a strategy to track the entire client journey.
Kelley and Anthony also talk about the significance of capturing detailed client information to refine marketing efforts and the impact of SEO on legal practices. Furthermore, Anthony's upcoming book 'The Waterfall Method' promises to offer more insights into these strategies.
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Balancing Client Work & Business Growth in Your Small Law Firm
In this episode, Kelley Brubaker explores the challenges small law firm owners face in balancing client work with business development. She discusses the common trap of reactive work, strategies for carving out 'CEO time,' batching tasks, delegating, and using KPIs to make informed decisions. Kelley emphasizes the importance of setting quarterly business goals for sustainable growth and achieving a law practice that supports your lifestyle. Tune in to learn practical steps to better manage your time and grow your practice effectively.
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Maximizing Profitability in Your Small Law Firm with Kelley Brubaker
In this episode, Kelley Brubaker discusses essential strategies to enhance profitability in small law firms. Topics covered include maximizing revenue, controlling costs, and improving profit margins through better systems. Kelley emphasizes the importance of raising rates strategically, accurate time tracking, auditing expenses, smarter hiring, and automating routine tasks. Important metrics to track for better decision-making and ensuring long-term profitability are also highlighted. Tune in to learn actionable tips to ensure your firm's financial health and stability.
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Transform Your Law Firm with Effective Systems & HabitsIn this episode of Your Profitable Law Firm podcast, host Kelley Brubaker discusses how small law firm owners can achieve sustainable growth by implementing effective systems and habits. She emphasizes the importance of defining growth, knowing your financials, and organizing trust accounts. Kelley also highlights streamlining client intake, protecting your time, improving client experiences, and building predictable marketing. She offers insights into automating repetitive tasks and regularly reviewing and adjusting systems. Tune in to discover actionable strategies to create a profitable and thriving law firm. Don't forget to grab Kelley's new book for additional tips.📖 Grab my newest book for free (PDF format) here: https://www.profitscalethrive.com/plugging-the-leaks-10-ways-lawyers-waste-money-and-simple-fixes OR buy the Kindle or paperback format here: https://www.amazon.com/Plugging-Leaks-Lawyers-Waste-Simple-ebook/dp/B0FHGCPB6P
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Mastering Client Communication: The Key to a Thriving Law Firm
In this episode of Your Profitable Law Firm podcast, host Kelley Brubaker discusses the crucial role of client communication in running a successful law firm. Kelley highlights the importance of setting clear expectations, maintaining transparent billing practices, and providing consistent updates to build stronger client relationships. She shares practical strategies such as narrative-style time entries, proactive client updates, and the use of tools to ensure predictable communication.
Discover how these approaches can lead to higher client retention, more referrals, and timely payments, ultimately transforming your law firm's operations and financial health.
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Smart Scaling: How to Grow Your Law Firm EfficientlyLaw firm growth isn't just about getting more clients. It's about creating a smooth-running, supportive business. Join Kelley Brubaker as she discusses how to scale your law firm smartly with effective hiring, delegation, and system-building. Learn essential steps like documenting your tasks, hiring for roles not people, clear delegation, team communication, leveraging technology, protecting CEO time, measuring important metrics, and knowing when to say no. Build a firm that supports your goals without burning out.🫠 Are you stuck in your law firm? Click here to check out the details about the Your Profitable Law Firm Community today ➝ The first month is free. Click To Learn More: https://www.profitscalethrive.com/your-profitable-law-firm🙌 Check out my free resources here ➝ Resources: https://www.profitscalethrive.com/link-in-bio🎯 Curious to learn how I can help you achieve overflowing profits 💰 scaled growth 🌱 & thriving lives 😎? Schedule a meeting with me by clicking here ➝ Click To Schedule: https://www.profitscalethrive.com/contact🗣️ Continue the discussion on social! LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelleybrubaker/YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@profit.scale.thrive#attorney #lawyer #profit #scale #thrive #howtogrowalawfirm #CPA #CFO #FractionalCFO #LawFirm #fyp #spotifypodcast #applepodcasts #googlepodcasts #podcast #LawFirmGrowth #LawFirmProfits