The Lean Law Firm Podcast

The Lean Law Firm Podcast


Latest Episodes

Ep 34- Algorithms for Lawyers
March 19, 2019

What is an algorithm and how does it apply to lawyers? You’ll find out on this week’s episode of the Lean Law Firm Podcast. You’ll also learn some simple algorithms that you can apply in your law firm to help get more done in less time.

Ep 33- Micah Ascano Talks Process Mapping
March 13, 2019

On this week’s episode of The Lean Law Firm Podcast, Larry Port and Dave Maxfield talk with Micah Ascano. Micah is a Six Sigma Black Belt legal project manager who specializes in quality and efficiency. Hear Micah talk about process mapping and automat...

Ep 32- Live from ABA TECHSHOW 2019
February 27, 2019

This week’s episode of the Lean Law Firm Podcast is all about ABA TECHSHOW 2019! Larry Port (live from Chicago) chats with Dave Maxfield about what Lean concepts they hope to see at the conference this year.

Ep 31- Takeaways from Our Interactive Lean Law Firm Workshop
February 05, 2019

On a very special episode of the Lean Law Firm Podcast, Larry Port and Dave Maxfield talk about their successful (and LIVE!) interactive Lean Law Firm Workshop held in South Carolina. Hear their key takeaways and learn more about their new Income Formu...

Ep 30- How to Create Space and Build Resilience
January 30, 2019

On this week’s episode of the Lean Law Firm Podcast, Larry Port and Dave Maxfield welcome back attorney and Lean law enthusiast Jack Pringle. Jack is also the creator of a phenomenal collection of online content for lawyers on how to create space and b...

Ep 29- New Year’s Resolutions
December 28, 2018

On this special holiday edition of the Lean Law Firm Podcast, Larry Port and Dave Maxfield talk about their New Year’s Resolutions for 2019. You’ll also hear some resolution recommendations for law firms who are looking to go Lean in the new year.

Ep 28- Little’s Law of Systems
December 11, 2018

On this week’s episode of the Lean Law Firm Podcast, Larry Port and Dave Maxfield discuss Little’s Law of Systems. Learn how this equation will help you determine the “sweet spot” for your caseload to ensure that your firm stays profitable. 

Ep 27- Is a Law Firm Different Than a Donut Shop?
December 05, 2018

On this week’s episode of the Lean Law Firm Podcast, Larry Port and Dave Maxfield ask the burning question: “Is a law firm different than a donut shop?” The answer may surprise you. Curious? Grab a coffee and take a listen to this hunger-inducing and i...

Ep 26- Legal Tech Do’s and Don’ts
November 27, 2018

On this week’s episode of the Lean Law Firm Podcast, Larry Port and Dave Maxfield talk about the do’s and don’ts of legal technology. You’ll learn some best practices when it comes to document storage and creation, upgrading your tech,

Ep 25-The Myth of Multitasking, Waste, and Context Switching
November 13, 2018

On this week’s episode of the Lean Law Firm Podcast, Larry Port and Dave Maxfield talk about how multitasking actually slows down your productivity (sometimes as much as 40%!) and also takes a toll on your mental health.