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| 192 - Nigel Cannings - AI Is Replacing Junior Lawyers. Who Will Become Tomorrow's Partners? | 03 nov. 2026 | 00:33:20 | |
My next guest is Nigel Cannings, a former solicitor who started his career reading documents in the basement of a City law firm before spending almost twenty years building AI. He founded Intelligent Voice, the speech and language AI company used by banks, law firms and government, which he sold to Verint in 2024, and he was the first to bring GPU technology into commercial speech recognition, winning an NVIDIA innovation award along the way. Nigel now runs Researchmatic, an AI R&D and advisory practice, is an Industrial Fellow at the University of East London's Centre for FinTech, a Home Office secondee and has just published the second edition of his book The Displacement Dilemma, which went to #1 in Generative AI on Amazon UK in its launch week. Today we're covering the biggest mistake law firm owners make with AI: cutting the junior work that trains their future partners. To find out more about Nigel go to: https://subbasement.press For Nigel on LinkedIn go to: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nigelcannings/ About Myerson Connections: Myerson supports many other law firms across the country daily through its referral network, Myerson Connections. Not only does Myerson help other law firms with referrals, but it also provides free peer-to-peer education, knowledge sharing and practice management support. Discover more at http://myerson.co.uk/connections . About Dan: Dan can also show you strategies that have increased his clients' law firm revenues by 15% to over 300% in one year while reducing their workload by more than half. To find out more about Dan and his programs, click here: https://www.danwarburton.com/ Or add Dan on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/authordanwarburton/ Proudly edited with finesse by Mike at Making Digital Real ✨ | |||
| 191 - Why Law Firm Marketing Must Start at the Top - With Karen Clarkson | 27 oct. 2026 | 00:37:31 | |
My guest on this episode is Karen Clarkson, Head of Community and Communications at LawNet, a member-owned network of almost 70 SME law firms across the UK and Ireland. Karen started her legal marketing career 14 years ago and worked her way up to become Marketing and Business Development Director at her previous law firm. Karen now works closely with law firm leaders and their teams across the LawNet membership, giving her a broad perspective on the challenges firms are facing, how the role of marketing is evolving and where firms could be getting more from their marketing expertise. In this episode, we’re covering why marketing must happen at the top for firm-wide performance.
To find out more about Karen go to: www.lawnet.co.uk About Myerson Connections: Myerson supports many other law firms across the country daily through its referral network, Myerson Connections. Not only does Myerson help other law firms with referrals, but it also provides free peer-to-peer education, knowledge sharing and practice management support. Discover more at http://myerson.co.uk/connections . About Dan: Dan can also show you strategies that have increased his clients' law firm revenues by 15% to over 300% in one year while reducing their workload by more than half. To find out more about Dan and his programs, click here: https://www.danwarburton.com/ Or add Dan on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/authordanwarburton/ Proudly edited with finesse by Mike at Making Digital Real ✨ | |||
| 190 - How to Build a Law Firm You Can Sell - With Kevin Withane | 20 oct. 2026 | 00:32:38 | |
My guest today is Kevin Withane, cofounder of Impact Lawyers. Kevin is dual qualified as a barrister and solicitor and has spent more than 25 years doing corporate commercial deals. He’s done transactions on every continent except Antarctica, and he’s bought and sold businesses himself, so he knows what it feels like from the founder's side of the table.
In this episode, we’re discussing Growing a law firm with the end game in mind: building a business that's attractive to buyers. To find out more about Kevin go to: https://www.impactlawyers.co.uk/ About Myerson Connections: Myerson supports many other law firms across the country daily through its referral network, Myerson Connections. Not only does Myerson help other law firms with referrals, but it also provides free peer-to-peer education, knowledge sharing and practice management support. Discover more at http://myerson.co.uk/connections . About Dan: Dan can also show you strategies that have increased his clients' law firm revenues by 15% to over 300% in one year while reducing their workload by more than half. To find out more about Dan and his programs, click here: https://www.danwarburton.com/ Or add Dan on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/authordanwarburton/ Proudly edited with finesse by Mike at Making Digital Real ✨ | |||
| 189 - Why senior female lawyers leave - With Rachel Spink | 13 oct. 2026 | 00:37:56 | |
My guest on this episode is Rachel Spink, an employment partner at gunnercooke LLP with more than 20 years' experience as a lawyer. Rachel is the founder of Female Lawyers' Club, a professional membership community for senior female lawyers, and the author of the chapter 'Who Made the Rules? Dismantling Gendered Leadership in Law' in the book Beyond Bias, published by Globe Law and Business in 2025. She advises organisations and senior professionals on workplace and leadership issues, and her latest research looks at why senior women leave the profession and what firms can do to keep them. In this episode, we’re covering why senior female lawyers leave law firms just as they become most commercially valuable, and the key changes law firm owners can make to keep them. To find out more about Rahcek go to: http://www.femalelawyersclub.com/corporate & to read to on Rachels report on why senior female lawyers leave law firms just as they become most valuable, and what firms can do to retain them go to: https://femalelawyersclub.com/retention About Myerson Connections: Myerson supports many other law firms across the country daily through its referral network, Myerson Connections. Not only does Myerson help other law firms with referrals, but it also provides free peer-to-peer education, knowledge sharing and practice management support. Discover more at http://myerson.co.uk/connections . About Dan: Dan can also show you strategies that have increased his clients' law firm revenues by 15% to over 300% in one year while reducing their workload by more than half. To find out more about Dan and his programs, click here: https://www.danwarburton.com/ Or add Dan on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/authordanwarburton/ Proudly edited with finesse by Mike at Making Digital Real ✨ | |||
| 188 - How to use tech that drives real growth and profitability with Arsh Maini | 06 oct. 2026 | 00:37:37 | |
How can law firms use AI and technology to drive growth, improve profitability and become more efficient without simply adding another piece of software to an already complicated business? In this episode of The Law Firm Owners Podcast, I’m joined by Arsh Maini, Co-Founder and CEO of IOTA Analytics, a legal data analytics business combining technology with legal processes to transform how law firms use data. Arsh is an experienced entrepreneur, investor and former KPMG partner, and he brings a fascinating perspective on the technology challenges facing modern law firms. We explore why many firms are working harder while their margins continue to be squeezed, how administrative work and revenue leakage affect law firm profitability, and why increasing client expectations are forcing firms to rethink the way legal services are delivered. arsh - transcript But this isn't simply a conversation about adopting AI. Arsh explains why law firms need to get their processes, operating model and data right first. We discuss creating a single source of truth across the firm, standardising repeatable processes and then using AI strategically to solve genuine business problems. arsh - transcript We also look at some remarkable real-world applications of legal AI, from monitoring regulatory developments across 50 countries and automating patent processes to supporting M&A transactions and dramatically reducing time spent on repetitive research and administration. arsh - transcript And importantly, we explore how these efficiencies can create opportunities for law firm growth, allowing firms to increase capacity, improve margins and sharpen their business development efforts. To find out more about Arsh go https://www.linkedin.com/in/arshmaini/, His website:https://www.iotaanalytics.com/#about-us About Myerson Connections: Myerson supports many other law firms across the country daily through its referral network, Myerson Connections. Not only does Myerson help other law firms with referrals, but it also provides free peer-to-peer education, knowledge sharing and practice management support. Discover more at http://myerson.co.uk/connections . About Dan: Dan can also show you strategies that have increased his clients' law firm revenues by 15% to over 300% in one year while reducing their workload by more than half. To find out more about Dan and his programs, click here: https://www.danwarburton.com/ Or add Dan on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/authordanwarburton/ Proudly edited with finesse by Mike at Making Digital Real ✨ | |||
| 187 - How a four-day work week built a high-performance culture | 29 sept. 2026 | 00:27:22 | |
Absolutely. I’d make this one quite punchy because the four-day week at 100% salary is such a strong hook, but then broaden it into the bigger law firm growth story. Episode Description What if your law firm could move to a genuine four-day working week, pay everyone 100% of their salary, and still achieve ambitious growth? In this episode of The Law Firm Owners Podcast, I’m joined by Marcin Durlak, Managing Partner and Co-Founder of IMD Solicitors, to explore exactly that. IMD introduced its four-day working week in January 2023 as part of a much bigger philosophy Marcin calls Sustainable Excellence: creating a high-performing, ambitious law firm without sacrificing the people responsible for its success. And the results are fascinating. With a team of around 50, IMD has experienced exceptional staff retention, attracted lawyers from some of the UK's largest firms and, in the last year alone, grown turnover by 46%. We talk about how the four-day week actually works, why Marcin believes measuring output matters more than measuring hours, and how IMD is now taking another major step by moving away from the traditional billable hour towards fixed and value-based pricing. We also explore AI and technology, what greater efficiency means for law firm profitability, and why Marcin believes the role of lawyers will increasingly move away from purely technical work towards relationships, judgement and becoming a trusted adviser. Marcin also shares IMD's ambitious long-term vision to become a truly global law firm, while continuing to grow organically and maintaining the culture that has helped get them this far. If you're a law firm owner interested in law firm growth, attracting and retaining great people, improving profitability and building a high-performance culture without burning everyone out, there’s plenty to take away from this conversation. To find out more about Marcin go to:https://imd.co.uk/ About Myerson Connections: Myerson supports many other law firms across the country daily through its referral network, Myerson Connections. Not only does Myerson help other law firms with referrals, but it also provides free peer-to-peer education, knowledge sharing and practice management support. Discover more at http://myerson.co.uk/connections . About Dan: Dan can also show you strategies that have increased his clients' law firm revenues by 15% to over 300% in one year while reducing their workload by more than half. To find out more about Dan and his programs, click here: https://www.danwarburton.com/ Or add Dan on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/authordanwarburton/ Proudly edited with finesse by Mike at Making Digital Real ✨ | |||
| 186 - Law Firm Growth in the Age of AI: What Actually Works? With Mark Lazarus | 22 sept. 2026 | 00:33:53 | |
What does it take to grow a law firm in a world where AI is changing how legal work is delivered, younger lawyers have different expectations, and simply being good at law is no longer enough to guarantee a steady flow of clients? In this episode of The Law Firm Owners Podcast, I’m joined by Mark Lazarus, former Legal Director at Monster Energy and now Director of his own practice, Lazarus Legal. Mark has experienced the legal profession from almost every angle. He’s worked in private practice, spent time as a barrister, worked in-house for a global brand and now runs his own entrepreneurial law firm. We get into three big areas that I believe modern law firm owners need to be thinking about if they want to grow. First, we talk about hiring, developing and motivating the next generation of lawyers. Mark shares his experience of managing Gen Z, why he values having younger lawyers working alongside more experienced colleagues, and how he incentivises his team to think beyond billable hours and become involved in business development. Then we tackle AI. Mark uses AI every day in his practice and believes lawyers who ignore it risk being left behind. But he also explains why it can be particularly dangerous in the hands of inexperienced lawyers who don't yet have the knowledge to recognise when an AI-generated answer is wrong. Mark describes where we are today as the "dial-up stage of AI", which raises a fascinating question about just how powerful these tools could become over the next five or ten years. Finally, we look at law firm marketing strategies and the importance of becoming known. Mark explains why building a website and waiting for clients simply isn't enough. We talk about LinkedIn, video, podcasts, speaking, SEO, thought leadership and building a public profile that allows prospective clients to know, like and trust you before they ever make contact. We also explore why the rise of AI could actually make the human side of being a lawyer even more valuable, and why freeing lawyers from routine work should create more time for conversations, relationships, judgement and genuine client care. If you're a law firm owner thinking about growth, AI, your people or how you're going to keep attracting clients in a rapidly changing legal market, this is a conversation well worth listening to. To find out more about Mark go to:https://www.lazaruslegal.com.au/ About Myerson Connections: Myerson supports many other law firms across the country daily through its referral network, Myerson Connections. Not only does Myerson help other law firms with referrals, but it also provides free peer-to-peer education, knowledge sharing and practice management support. Discover more at http://myerson.co.uk/connections . About Dan: Dan can also show you strategies that have increased his clients' law firm revenues by 15% to over 300% in one year while reducing their workload by more than half. To find out more about Dan and his programs, click here: https://www.danwarburton.com/ Or add Dan on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/authordanwarburton/ Proudly edited with finesse by Mike at Making Digital Real ✨ | |||
| 185 - How AI saved this Thriving Law Firm 250,000 Hours in One Year with Adrian Jaggard | 15 sept. 2026 | 00:33:25 | |
What does it really take to scale a law firm? For Adrian Jaggard, the answer isn’t simply hiring more lawyers or asking people to work harder. It’s about building superior capabilities across your people, culture, technology and infrastructure. My guest on this episode is Adrian Jaggard, CEO of AIIC Group - the parent company behind Taylor Rose, one of the UK's top 60 law firms, and its sister firms FDR Law and Kingsley Wood. Founded in 2009, the group has grown to over 2000 people across more than 20 offices. AIIC Group has been named the fastest-growing legal and accounting services provider in Europe by the Financial Times FT|1000, being one of only a few businesses to make the list three years running. AIIC Group has also made the Sunday Times UK100. Taylor Rose was also named as the Law firm of the year (Mid) at the British Legal Awards last year under Adrian's leadership as its CEO at the time. We explore why trust is so important in a growing firm, how to create an environment where people feel confident taking responsibility and making mistakes, and why great delegation is about handing over outcomes rather than simply handing out tasks. We also get into one of the biggest questions facing the legal profession right now: what happens as AI becomes increasingly capable? Adrian shares how AIIC Group estimates it has saved around 250,000 hours through AI over the past year, and why he believes the technology will make lawyers significantly more productive rather than simply replace them. We discuss how the role of the lawyer could change as the cost of accessing knowledge continues to fall, why the human element of legal services will become even more important, and how AI could help firms serve the huge amount of unmet demand for legal services. But this conversation isn’t just about AI. It’s about leadership, trust, culture, delegation and creating an environment where talented people can perform at their best. If you’re a law firm owner looking to scale your firm without simply adding more people and more workload, there’s a lot to take away from this conversation. To find out more about Adrian go to: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adrianjaggard/ About Myerson Connections: Myerson supports many other law firms across the country daily through its referral network, Myerson Connections. Not only does Myerson help other law firms with referrals, but it also provides free peer-to-peer education, knowledge sharing and practice management support. Discover more at http://myerson.co.uk/connections . About Dan: Dan can also show you strategies that have increased his clients' law firm revenues by 15% to over 300% in one year while reducing their workload by more than half. To find out more about Dan and his programs, click here: https://www.danwarburton.com/ Or add Dan on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/authordanwarburton/ Proudly edited with finesse by Mike at Making Digital Real ✨ | |||
| 184 - From 2 Solicitors to 325: How Jones Whyte is a Thriving Law Firm That Retains Top Talent | 08 sept. 2026 | 00:34:21 | |
How do you grow a law firm from just two solicitors to a team of 325 without losing the culture that made the firm successful in the first place? In this episode of The Law Firm Owners Podcast, Dan Warburton is joined by Greg Whyte, Managing Partner and Founder of Jones Whyte, to explore the decisions, acquisitions and leadership principles behind the firm's remarkable growth. Greg explains why growth itself was never the goal, why law firm owners sometimes need to be bold enough to take opportunities when they arise, and what Jones Whyte has learned from acquiring and integrating five other firms. Dan and Greg also discuss why culture ultimately comes down to respect, the importance of giving every team member a clear path for progression, and why attitude and enthusiasm can sometimes be more valuable than experience. They also tackle one of the biggest challenges facing law firm owners: stepping away from billable work. Greg explains why making the right senior hire can be transformational and why, if you really want to get off the tools, sometimes you need to recruit someone who is actually better than you at doing the work. Plus, Greg shares the opportunities he sees as an increasing number of established law firm owners approach retirement, and how acquisitions can provide an alternative succession route for firms without an obvious exit. A fascinating conversation about growth, acquisitions, recruitment, culture and building a law firm that can thrive beyond its founders. To find out more about Greg go to: https://joneswhyte.co.uk About Myerson Connections: Myerson supports many other law firms across the country daily through its referral network, Myerson Connections. Not only does Myerson help other law firms with referrals, but it also provides free peer-to-peer education, knowledge sharing and practice management support. Discover more at http://myerson.co.uk/connections . About Dan: Dan can also show you strategies that have increased his clients' law firm revenues by 15% to over 300% in one year while reducing their workload by more than half. To find out more about Dan and his programs, click here: https://www.danwarburton.com/ Or add Dan on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/authordanwarburton/ Proudly edited with finesse by Mike at Making Digital Real ✨ | |||
| 183 - How One Law Firm Owner Grew Revenue by 200% and Got His Life Back | 01 sept. 2026 | 00:19:38 | |
In this episode of The Law Firm Owners Podcast, I'm joined by my client Jon Meadows, Founder of Regulation Resolution, a specialist law firm defending and protecting healthcare professionals. And this episode is a little different, because we're sharing the real story of what has happened inside Jon's law firm since we started working together just over six months ago. When Jon first came to me, he was heavily involved in fee earning and the day-to-day running of his firm. He was working evenings, sometimes until 2 or 3am, working weekends and struggling to find the time and headspace to focus on growing the business. Fast forward just over six months and the transformation has been remarkable. Comparing the most recent six-month period with the same six months the previous year, Jon's law firm has achieved over 200% revenue growth. But here's the important part: He's not working more to achieve it. Jon now has his evenings back. He's stopped working weekends. He's exercising for around an hour every day. He's able to collect his children at 5pm and spend more quality time with his family. And, in Jon's own words, he doesn't think he's "ever been happier." In this episode, we discuss:
One of the biggest lessons from Jon's story is that law firm growth doesn't necessarily require the owner to work longer hours. In fact, the opposite can be true. By getting clear on where he wanted his firm and his life to go, identifying the actions that would actually move the business forward and consistently prioritising those actions, Jon has been able to grow Regulation Resolution while dramatically changing the way he spends his time. If you're a law firm owner, managing partner, solicitor or legal entrepreneur who is working long hours, trapped in fee earning or struggling to find enough time to grow your firm, this episode is a real-world example of what's possible when you start working differently. To find out more about Jon and his law firm go to: https://regulationresolution.co.uk/ About Myerson Connections: Myerson supports many other law firms across the country daily through its referral network, Myerson Connections. Not only does Myerson help other law firms with referrals, but it also provides free peer-to-peer education, knowledge sharing and practice management support. Discover more at http://myerson.co.uk/connections . About Dan: Dan can also show you strategies that have increased his clients' law firm revenues by 15% to over 300% in one year while reducing their workload by more than half. To find out more about Dan and his programs, click here: https://www.danwarburton.com/ Or add Dan on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/authordanwarburton/ Proudly edited with finesse by Mike at Making Digital Real ✨ | |||
| 182 - How to Build a Law Firm That Doesn't Depend on You - With Marta Williamson | 25 août 2026 | 00:29:27 | |
In this episode of The Law Firm Owners Podcast, I'm joined by Marta Williamson, a former client of mine and the Founder and Managing Director of My Local Solicitor, to explore how law firm owners can build a profitable firm that isn't dependent on its founder. I worked with Marta a few years ago when she was navigating the challenges of growing her consultancy practice while still heavily involved in the day-to-day legal work. Since then, she's transformed My Local Solicitor into a thriving, flexible consultancy law firm, allowing her to step away from fee earning and focus on growing the business strategically. Marta moved to the UK from Poland at the age of 18 and went on to become the first Polish solicitor in Wrexham. She founded My Local Solicitor from a spare bedroom and has since developed it into a growing consultancy practice that brings together experienced solicitors across a wide range of legal specialisms. She has also been featured in the Law Society Gazette and is passionate about creating a modern law firm that supports both its clients and its consultants. In this episode, we discuss:
Marta also shares how becoming a mother forced her to build systems that allowed the firm to operate successfully without her daily involvement, why experienced consultants have been key to the firm's success, and how she's now planning the next phase of growth through expansion, strategic partnerships and investment opportunities. Whether you're still heavily involved in fee earning or looking to build a law firm that gives you more freedom, this episode is packed with practical insights on creating a business that can grow beyond its founder. To find out more about Marta, go to: https://my-local-solicitor.com/careers/ About Myerson Connections: Myerson supports many other law firms across the country daily through its referral network, Myerson Connections. Not only does Myerson help other law firms with referrals, but it also provides free peer-to-peer education, knowledge sharing and practice management support. Discover more at http://myerson.co.uk/connections . About Dan: Dan can also show you strategies that have increased his clients' law firm revenues by 15% to over 300% in one year while reducing their workload by more than half. To find out more about Dan and his programs, click here: https://www.danwarburton.com/ Or add Dan on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/authordanwarburton/ Proudly edited with finesse by Mike at Making Digital Real ✨ | |||
| 181 - How AI Is Changing Legal Marketing (And Why Visibility Now Wins) - With Fin Wycherley | 18 août 2026 | 00:31:49 | |
In this episode of The Law Firm Owners Podcast, I'm joined by Fin Wycherley, Founder of Rainmaker Lab, to explore how AI is transforming legal marketing and why visibility has become one of the biggest competitive advantages for modern law firms. Fin helps law firm owners leverage AI and digital technology to solve one of the legal profession's most expensive problems: obscurity. Because in today's market, it's not always the best lawyer who wins - it's the lawyer who is best known. Trusted by organisations including Google, Meta, the BBC and Chambers of Commerce, Fin combines expertise in law, journalism, marketing and usability to help professional firms generate more enquiries, attract better talent and build stronger brands through modern marketing strategies. In this episode, we discuss:
Fin also shares practical advice on creating marketing that resonates with the right audience, building authority in a specialist niche and using AI to support a smarter, more strategic approach to business development. Whether you're an ambitious law firm owner, managing partner or solicitor looking to grow your profile, win more work and future-proof your marketing, this episode is packed with practical ideas you can start applying immediately. To find out more about Fin go to: https://www.linkedin.com/in/finwycherley About Myerson Connections: Myerson supports many other law firms across the country daily through its referral network, Myerson Connections. Not only does Myerson help other law firms with referrals, but it also provides free peer-to-peer education, knowledge sharing and practice management support. Discover more at http://myerson.co.uk/connections . About Dan: Dan can also show you strategies that have increased his clients' law firm revenues by 15% to over 300% in one year while reducing their workload by more than half. To find out more about Dan and his programs, click here: https://www.danwarburton.com/ Or add Dan on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/authordanwarburton/ Proudly edited with finesse by Mike at Making Digital Real ✨ | |||
| 180 - How Law Firm Owners Can Thrive With Independent HR Support - With Donna Obstfeld | 11 août 2026 | 00:35:25 | |
In this episode of The Law Firm Owners Podcast, I'm joined by Donna Obstfeld, Founder and CEO of DOHR, to explore how independent HR specialists can help law firms deliver better outcomes for their employment law clients. Employment solicitors provide expert legal advice, but there are many situations where they cannot step into an operational role. That's where independent HR professionals can make all the difference. Donna explains how working alongside employment lawyers enables businesses to receive impartial workplace investigations, disciplinary hearings, grievance procedures and appeals, before the matter is handed back to the solicitor with the correct process completed. If you're a law firm owner, managing partner, employment solicitor or legal professional, this episode highlights how collaborating with independent HR experts can strengthen client relationships, reduce risk and provide a more complete service. In this episode, we discuss:
Donna also shares practical advice on helping businesses deal with sensitive workplace matters before they escalate, while explaining why employment lawyers and HR professionals achieve the best outcomes when they work together. Myerson supports many other law firms across the country daily through its referral network, Myerson Connections. Not only does Myerson help other law firms with referrals, but it also provides free peer-to-peer education, knowledge sharing and practice management support. Discover more at http://myerson.co.uk/connections . About Dan: Dan can also show you strategies that have increased his clients' law firm revenues by 15% to over 300% in one year while reducing their workload by more than half. To find out more about Dan and his programs, click here: https://www.danwarburton.com/ Or add Dan on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/authordanwarburton/ Proudly edited with finesse by Mike at Making Digital Real ✨ | |||
| 179 - Why the Fastest-Growing Law Firms Don't Grow Alone - With Derek Rodgers - Managing Partner at Gardner Leader LLP | 04 août 2026 | 00:33:23 | |
In this episode of The Law Firm Owners Podcast, I'm joined by Derek Rodgers, Managing Partner at Gardner Leader LLP and Chair of LawNet, to explore how collaboration, leadership and peer support can accelerate law firm growth. Over the past 15 years, Derek has helped grow Gardner Leader from a team of around 60 people and £3.5 million turnover into a thriving regional law firm with more than 200 employees and annual turnover exceeding £18 million. In this conversation, we discuss why some of the fastest-growing law firms don't grow in isolation. Instead, they learn from other managing partners, share best practice and use trusted peer networks to make better strategic decisions. In this episode, we discuss:
Derek also shares why becoming a full-time managing partner transformed the firm's growth, how investing in leadership created capacity for innovation, and why independent firms can continue to thrive by learning from each other rather than trying to solve every challenge alone. Whether you're leading a boutique practice or a multi-office regional firm, this episode offers practical insights into building a stronger business through collaboration, leadership and continuous learning. Myerson supports many other law firms across the country daily through its referral network, Myerson Connections. Not only does Myerson help other law firms with referrals, but it also provides free peer-to-peer education, knowledge sharing and practice management support. Discover more at http://myerson.co.uk/connections . About Dan: Dan can also show you strategies that have increased his clients' law firm revenues by 15% to over 300% in one year while reducing their workload by more than half. To find out more about Dan and his programs, click here: https://www.danwarburton.com/ Or add Dan on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/authordanwarburton/ Proudly edited with finesse by Mike at Making Digital Real ✨ | |||
| 178 - The Leadership Structure That Helped This Law Firm Double in Size with Vikki Herbert | 28 juil. 2026 | 00:32:49 | |
In this episode of The Law Firm Owners Podcast, I'm joined by Vikki Herbert, Managing Partner at Thackray Williams Solicitors, to explore how innovative leadership structures can help law firms scale, strengthen culture and build high-performing teams. Vikki shares the remarkable journey of Thackray Williams Solicitors as it evolved from a traditional high street practice into a leading regional law firm with ambitious growth plans. At the heart of that transformation is an innovative leadership model: three Managing Partners working together to drive strategy, people, finance, client experience and long-term growth. If you're a law firm owner, managing partner, solicitor or legal entrepreneur looking to build a more scalable business, develop future leaders and create a high-performing culture, this episode is packed with practical insights. In this episode, we discuss:
Vikki also explains how empowering team leaders, investing in people and creating a shared vision has helped Thackray Williams Solicitors continue its impressive growth while maintaining a strong people-first culture and delivering outstanding client service. Whether you're running a boutique practice or leading a growing regional law firm, this episode will give you practical ideas for creating a leadership structure that allows your business to grow without everything depending on you. To find out more about Vikki go to: thackraywilliams.com About Myerson Connections: Myerson supports many other law firms across the country daily through its referral network, Myerson Connections. Not only does Myerson help other law firms with referrals, but it also provides free peer-to-peer education, knowledge sharing and practice management support. Discover more at http://myerson.co.uk/connections . About Dan: Dan can also show you strategies that have increased his clients' law firm revenues by 15% to over 300% in one year while reducing their workload by more than half. To find out more about Dan and his programs, click here: https://www.danwarburton.com/ Or add Dan on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/authordanwarburton/ Proudly edited with finesse by Mike at Making Digital Real ✨ | |||
| 177 - How Non-City Law Firms Can Attract and Retain Top Legal Talent | 21 juil. 2026 | 00:35:53 | |
In this episode of The Law Firm Owners Podcast, I'm joined by David Rushmere, Partner and Co-Head of the Employment Department at Machins Solicitors LLP, to explore one of the biggest challenges facing regional law firms today: how to attract and retain top legal talent without paying City salaries. With fierce competition for talented solicitors and changing expectations around work-life balance, flexible working and career development, law firm owners need a stronger value proposition than salary alone. David shares how investing in coaching, leadership, career development and culture is helping his firm compete successfully for ambitious lawyers looking for more than just a pay cheque. In this episode, we discuss:
David also explains why law firm owners should spend less time focusing on their own billable work and more time developing their people, creating stronger teams and building a firm where talented lawyers can thrive. If you're struggling with recruitment, retention or developing the next generation of legal talent, this episode is packed with practical ideas you can implement in your own firm. About Myerson Connections: Myerson supports many other law firms across the country daily through its referral network, Myerson Connections. Not only does Myerson help other law firms with referrals, but it also provides free peer-to-peer education, knowledge sharing and practice management support. Discover more at http://myerson.co.uk/connections . About Dan: Dan can also show you strategies that have increased his clients' law firm revenues by 15% to over 300% in one year while reducing their workload by more than half. To find out more about Dan and his programs, click here: https://www.danwarburton.com/ Or add Dan on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/authordanwarburton/ Proudly edited with finesse by Mike at Making Digital Real ✨ | |||
| 176 - How Great Law Firm Leaders Build High-Performing Teams By Coaching | 14 juil. 2026 | 00:39:41 | |
In this episode of The Law Firm Owners Podcast, I'm joined by Tad Ostrosky, commercial lawyer, leadership mentor and B Corp advocate at Artington Legal, to explore how modern law firm leaders can build high-performing teams without creating burnout. For decades, many law firms have relied on hierarchy, long hours and billable targets to drive performance. Tad believes there's a better way. We discuss why coaching, communication and creating a psychologically safe culture can produce better lawyers, stronger client relationships and more sustainable law firm growth. If you're a law firm owner, managing partner, solicitor or legal entrepreneur looking to improve leadership, develop your team and build a thriving legal practice, this episode is packed with practical ideas. In this episode, we discuss:
Tad also shares why law firm owners need to spend less time being the hero on every matter and more time creating an environment where their team can thrive, develop and consistently deliver exceptional client service. If you're looking to build a more profitable law firm, improve team engagement and create a culture that attracts and retains outstanding lawyers, this episode is well worth a listen. To find out more about Tad go to: https://artington.com/certified-b-corp-law-firm/ About Myerson Connections: Myerson supports many other law firms across the country daily through its referral network, Myerson Connections. Not only does Myerson help other law firms with referrals, but it also provides free peer-to-peer education, knowledge sharing and practice management support. Discover more at http://myerson.co.uk/connections . About Dan: Dan can also show you strategies that have increased his clients' law firm revenues by 15% to over 300% in one year while reducing their workload by more than half. To find out more about Dan and his programs, click here: https://www.danwarburton.com/ Or add Dan on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/authordanwarburton/ Proudly edited with finesse by Mike at Making Digital Real ✨ | |||
| 175 - Kim Simmonds - How Law Firms Can Modernise with AI Without Losing the Human Advantage with Kim Simmonds | 07 juil. 2026 | 00:30:47 | |
In this episode of The Law Firm Owners Podcast, I'm joined by Kim Simmonds, technology lawyer, entrepreneur and founder of Law365, to explore how law firms can modernise, embrace artificial intelligence, and build a stronger, more profitable future. AI is changing the legal profession faster than ever before, but the firms that succeed won't simply be those using the latest technology. They'll be the firms that combine AI with experienced legal advice, strong leadership and effective knowledge transfer. If you're a law firm owner, managing partner, solicitor or legal entrepreneur wondering how AI will impact your firm, your team and your clients, this episode is packed with practical insights. In this episode, we discuss:
Kim also shares how she developed one of the UK's early AI-powered legal platforms, why she believes AI should support—not replace—lawyers, and why experienced legal judgement will become even more valuable over the next decade. Whether you're already using AI in your law firm or just starting to explore what's possible, this episode will help you understand how to future-proof your business while continuing to deliver exceptional client service. About Myerson Connections: Myerson supports many other law firms across the country daily through its referral network, Myerson Connections. Not only does Myerson help other law firms with referrals, but it also provides free peer-to-peer education, knowledge sharing and practice management support. Discover more at http://myerson.co.uk/connections . About Dan: Dan can also show you strategies that have increased his clients' law firm revenues by 15% to over 300% in one year while reducing their workload by more than half. To find out more about Dan and his programs, click here: https://www.danwarburton.com/ Or add Dan on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/authordanwarburton/ Proudly edited with finesse by Mike at Making Digital Real ✨ | |||
| 174 - The 3 Biggest Factors That Increase the Value of a Founder-Led Law Firm with Steven Pivnik | 30 juin 2026 | 00:35:20 | |
In this episode of The Law Firm Owners Podcast, I'm joined by Steven Pivnik, entrepreneur, investor, author of Built to Finish, and founder of a global technology company that grew across 12 countries before being acquired by a $4 billion strategic buyer. Myerson supports many other law firms across the country daily through its referral network, Myerson Connections. Not only does Myerson help other law firms with referrals, but it also provides free peer-to-peer education, knowledge sharing and practice management support. Discover more at http://myerson.co.uk/connections . About Dan: Dan can also show you strategies that have increased his clients' law firm revenues by 15% to over 300% in one year while reducing their workload by more than half. To find out more about Dan and his programs, click here: https://www.danwarburton.com/ Or add Dan on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/authordanwarburton/ Proudly edited with finesse by Mike at Making Digital Real ✨ | |||
| 173 - The One Shift That Makes Law Firm Acquisitions Faster and Safer | 23 juin 2026 | 00:43:59 | |
In this episode of The Law Firm Owners Podcast, we're doing something a little different. I'm joined by four specialists from four different areas of the acquisitions process to explore one of the biggest mistakes law firm owners and SME buyers make when acquiring a business: treating advisers as separate silos instead of building a collaborative deal team. Joining me are: 🔹 Barbara Cação, Director of CC Finance, specialising in acquisition finance and strategic funding for SMEs and professional services firms. 🔹 Giuseppe Sole, Principal Director at Xeinadin Group, one of the UK's leading accountancy and tax advisory groups. 🔹 Simon Hammond, Managing Director of Morpheus Insurance Solutions Ltd, specialists in complex insurance and M&A warranty and indemnity insurance. 🔹 David Little, Head of Company Commercial at Bishop & Sewell LLP, with extensive experience advising on business acquisitions and disposals. Together, we explore how lawyers, accountants, finance specialists and insurance advisers can work together to deliver faster transactions, stronger due diligence, better funding outcomes and fewer surprises after completion. About Myerson Connections: Myerson supports many other law firms across the country daily through its referral network, Myerson Connections. Not only does Myerson help other law firms with referrals, but it also provides free peer-to-peer education, knowledge sharing and practice management support. Discover more at http://myerson.co.uk/connections . About Dan: Dan can also show you strategies that have increased his clients' law firm revenues by 15% to over 300% in one year while reducing their workload by more than half. To find out more about Dan and his programs, click here: https://www.danwarburton.com/ Or add Dan on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/authordanwarburton/ Proudly edited with finesse by Mike at Making Digital Real ✨ | |||
| 172 - The Referral Strategy Every Boutique Law Firm Needs - With Robert Flint of Adviserly | 16 juin 2026 | 00:31:14 | |
In this episode of The Law Firm Owners Podcast, I'm joined by Robert Flint, founder of Adviserly, consultant lawyer, and author of Working with Strangers, to explore how boutique law firms can use referral strategies to generate more business, attract better clients, and build stronger professional networks. Many law firm owners invest significant time and money into marketing, advertising and business development, yet often overlook one of the most effective growth opportunities already sitting in front of them: their existing relationships. In this conversation, Robert shares practical strategies for turning clients, professional contacts, referral partners and peer networks into a sustainable source of high-quality work. In this episode, we discuss:
Robert also shares insights from building Adviserly, a global collaboration of boutique and niche law firms, and explains how peer support, collaboration and trusted introductions can help law firm owners grow more effectively. If you're looking to generate more referrals, strengthen your professional network and attract better clients without relying solely on marketing campaigns, this episode is packed with practical ideas. About Myerson Connections: Myerson supports many other law firms across the country daily through its referral network, Myerson Connections. Not only does Myerson help other law firms with referrals, but it also provides free peer-to-peer education, knowledge sharing and practice management support. Discover more at http://myerson.co.uk/connections . About Dan: Dan can also show you strategies that have increased his clients' law firm revenues by 15% to over 300% in one year while reducing their workload by more than half. To find out more about Dan and his programs, click here: https://www.danwarburton.com/ Or add Dan on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/authordanwarburton/ Proudly edited with finesse by Mike at Making Digital Real ✨ | |||
| 171 - The Law Firm Growth Strategy Most Owners Overlook: Culture and Employee Engagement | 09 juin 2026 | 00:37:21 | |
In this episode of The Law Firm Owners Podcast, I'm joined by Matt Fretton, Managing Partner of Frettens Solicitors, a Legal 500 firm that has tripled turnover and doubled headcount over the past six years. Many law firm owners focus heavily on winning more clients, increasing billings, and improving profitability. Matt takes a different approach. In this conversation, we explore why employee engagement, leadership, culture and career progression have become the driving force behind Frettens' impressive growth. If you're a law firm owner, managing partner, solicitor or legal entrepreneur looking to scale your firm, improve retention, develop future leaders and create sustainable growth, this episode is packed with practical insight. In this episode we discuss:
Matt also shares how regular employee engagement surveys, leadership development, and giving team leaders ownership of their departments have helped create a high-performing, growth-focused culture. If you're looking to build a law firm that grows through its people rather than relying solely on the efforts of a few partners, this episode is well worth a listen. Myerson supports many other law firms across the country daily through its referral network, Myerson Connections. Not only does Myerson help other law firms with referrals, but it also provides free peer-to-peer education, knowledge sharing and practice management support. Discover more at http://myerson.co.uk/connections . About Dan: Dan can also show you strategies that have increased his clients' law firm revenues by 15% to over 300% in one year while reducing their workload by more than half. To find out more about Dan and his programs, click here: https://www.danwarburton.com/ Or add Dan on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/authordanwarburton/ Proudly edited with finesse by Mike at Making Digital Real ✨ | |||
| 170 - The Greatest Mistake Law Firm Owners Make When Stepping Back from Fee Earning (And How to Build a Law Firm That Runs Without You) | 02 juin 2026 | 00:37:46 | |
In this episode of The Law Firm Owners Podcast, I'm joined by Rachel Roche, founder of Roche Legal, author of How to Start a Law Firm, and one of the few law firm owners I've met who has successfully transitioned from being a technician in the business to a true business owner. If you're a law firm owner, managing partner, solicitor or legal entrepreneur who feels trapped in fee earning, constantly firefighting, or struggling to find time to grow your firm, this episode is packed with practical insight. Rachel shares how she's spent more than a decade building systems, processes, leadership structures and internal knowledge systems that allow her team to operate effectively without relying on her for every decision. In this episode, we cover:
Rachel also shares how her passion for process improvement, systems thinking and AI is helping her create a more enjoyable business for both her team and her clients. If you've ever wondered how to step back from the day-to-day running of your law firm without losing control, this episode will give you a roadmap. About Myerson Connections: Myerson supports many other law firms across the country daily through its referral network, Myerson Connections. Not only does Myerson help other law firms with referrals, but it also provides free peer-to-peer education, knowledge sharing and practice management support. Discover more at http://myerson.co.uk/connections . About Dan: Dan can also show you strategies that have increased his clients' law firm revenues by 15% to over 300% in one year while reducing their workload by more than half. To find out more about Dan and his programs, click here: https://www.danwarburton.com/ Or add Dan on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/authordanwarburton/ Proudly edited with finesse by Mike at Making Digital Real ✨ | |||
| 169 - The Law Firm Model That’s Changing the Legal Industry with George Reynolds, Chief Growth Officer at Setfords | 26 mai 2026 | 00:34:53 | |
My next guest is George Reynolds, Chief Growth Officer at Setfords, the UK's largest platform law firm. Founded in 2006, Setfords pioneered the consultant model in the UK and now supports more than 650 consultant lawyers across England and Wales, with revenue of £67 million in its most recent financial year. It was the fastest-growing firm in The Lawyer Top 100 in 2025, with 47% organic revenue growth, and is the only law firm listed in the Financial Times' Europe's Long-Term Growth Champions. George leads the firm's growth strategy behind its platform – including the technology, data and infrastructure that allow experienced lawyers to run their own practices without the burden of running a business. If you’re a law firm owner, managing partner, solicitor or legal entrepreneur trying to understand the future of legal services, AI, recruitment, culture, or law firm growth, this conversation is packed with insight. In this episode, we cover:
George also shares how Setfords approaches innovation, growth strategy, digital communication, and building a law firm model designed for the next generation of lawyers. If you’re wondering what the legal industry could look like over the next 5–10 years, this episode will get you thinking differently. About Myerson Connections: Myerson supports many other law firms across the country daily through its referral network, Myerson Connections. Not only does Myerson help other law firms with referrals, but it also provides free peer-to-peer education, knowledge sharing and practice management support. Discover more at http://myerson.co.uk/connections . About Dan: Dan can also show you strategies that have increased his clients' law firm revenues by 15% to over 300% in one year while reducing their workload by more than half. To find out more about Dan and his programs, click here: https://www.danwarburton.com/ Or add Dan on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/authordanwarburton/ Proudly edited with finesse by Mike at Making Digital Real ✨ | |||
| 168 - The Big Mistakes Business Acquirers Make | 18 mai 2026 | 00:32:46 | |
In this episode of The Law Firm Owners Podcast, I’m joined by David Little, Partner and Head of Company Commercial at Bishop & Sewell LLP, to explore the biggest mistakes law firm owners and business buyers make during acquisitions. If you’re a law firm owner, managing partner, solicitor, legal entrepreneur or business owner looking to grow through acquisition, this episode is packed with practical insight from someone who has advised on hundreds of business sales and acquisitions over the last 30 years. We get into what really happens after the deal is done… and why many acquisitions fail because owners underestimate the importance of people, culture, communication and integration. In this episode, we cover:
David also shares his thoughts on consultancy law firm models, legal industry consolidation, and why maintaining trust and local reputation is often more valuable than forcing a full rebrand. If you’re considering buying a law firm, selling your law firm, or scaling through acquisition, this episode will help you avoid some very expensive mistakes. To find out more about Tad go to: David Little About Myerson Connections: Myerson supports many other law firms across the country daily through its referral network, Myerson Connections. Not only does Myerson help other law firms with referrals, but it also provides free peer-to-peer education, knowledge sharing and practice management support. Discover more at Myerson Connections Scheme | For You & Your Clients .
About Dan: Dan can also show you strategies that have increased his clients' law firm revenues by 15% to over 300% in one year while reducing their workload by more than half. To find out more about Dan and his programs, click here: https://www.danwarburton.com/ Or add Dan on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/authordanwarburton/ Proudly edited with finesse by Mike at Making Digital Real ✨ | |||
| 167 - The Real Skills Law Firm Owners Need (Not Taught in Law School) with Afsheen Nasr | 12 mai 2026 | 00:33:02 | |
In this episode of The Law Firm Owners Podcast, I’m joined by Afsheen Nasr, Managing Partner of RFB Legal, to break down the three most important lessons she’s learned in her first year leading a growing law firm. If you’re a law firm owner, managing partner, solicitor or legal entrepreneur looking to scale your law firm, improve performance, and build a stronger team, this episode is packed with practical insight. Afsheen shares how focusing on three core principles - fairness, financial awareness, and calculated risk-taking - has shaped her leadership and driven growth in a 150+ person firm. In this episode, we cover:
Afsheen also shares how her firm is creating an environment where teams can hit targets without sacrificing their personal lives, while still maintaining strong commercial performance. If you’re leading a team or stepping into a leadership role in your law firm, this episode will give you a clear framework to think about how you operate and grow. To find out more about Afsheen go to: https://rfblegal.co.uk/ https://uk.linkedin.com/in/afsheen-nasr-9147689b About Myerson Connections: Myerson supports many other law firms across the country daily through its referral network, Myerson Connections. Not only does Myerson help other law firms with referrals, but it also provides free peer-to-peer education, knowledge sharing and practice management support. Discover more at http://myerson.co.uk/connections . About Dan: Dan can also show you strategies that have increased his clients' law firm revenues by 15% to over 300% in one year while reducing their workload by more than half. To find out more about Dan and his programs, click here: https://www.danwarburton.com/ Or add Dan on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/authordanwarburton/ Proudly edited with finesse by Mike at Making Digital Real ✨ | |||
| 166 - How to Build a Profitable Law Firm Without Losing Your Soul with Sarah Khan-Bashir | 05 mai 2026 | 00:36:57 | |
In this episode of The Law Firm Owners Podcast, I’m joined by Sarah Khan Bashir, founder of SKB Law, to explore one of the biggest mistakes I see law firm owners make: building a profitable law firm that no longer feels human. If you’re a law firm owner, managing partner, solicitor or legal entrepreneur focused on growth, profitability and scaling your law firm, this conversation will challenge how you think about success. Sarah shares her journey of moving away from the traditional model of legal practice and building a firm that aligns with her values, her clients, and her life. In this episode, we cover:
Sarah also shares how her firm has achieved consistent growth and strong profit margins by focusing on people, purpose, and long-term impact rather than short-term gain. If you’ve ever felt disconnected from your firm, overwhelmed by the workload, or questioning whether this is what success is supposed to feel like… this episode will resonate. To find out more about Sarah go to: Family Lawyer Bradford - Divorce Solicitors | SKB Law Firm and their podcast links Four Family Lawyers. One Question: Is Court Really Your Best Option? About Myerson Connections: Myerson supports many other law firms across the country daily through its referral network, Myerson Connections. Not only does Myerson help other law firms with referrals, but it also provides free peer-to-peer education, knowledge sharing and practice management support. Discover more at Myerson Connections Scheme | For You & Your Clients .
About Dan: Dan can also show you strategies that have increased his clients' law firm revenues by 15% to over 300% in one year while reducing their workload by more than half. To find out more about Dan and his programs, click here: https://www.danwarburton.com/ Or add Dan on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/authordanwarburton/ Proudly edited with finesse by Mike at Making Digital Real ✨ | |||
| 165 - Why Most Law Firms Struggle to Scale (And What to Fix) with James Scozzi - CEO of Elite Law Solicitors | 28 avr. 2026 | 00:42:30 | |
In this episode of The Law Firm Owners Podcast, I’m joined by James Scozzi, CEO of Elite Law Solicitors, to break down the three biggest mistakes law firm owners make when scaling their practice. James leads a fast-growing, multi-office law firm with over 180 people, and in this conversation, he shares what’s actually gone wrong along the way… and what needs to change if you want to grow a successful, scalable law firm. If you’re a law firm owner, managing partner, solicitor or legal entrepreneur trying to scale your law firm, improve profitability, build a team, or step away from the day-to-day, this episode is packed with practical insight. In this episode, we cover:
James also shares how to build a firm that can operate without you, by putting the right people in the right roles and focusing on what actually drives growth. If you feel like you’re constantly busy but not moving forward, or your firm depends too much on you, this episode will help you rethink how you scale. To find out more about Elite Law Solicitors go to: www.elitelawsolicitors.co.uk About Myerson Connections: Myerson supports many other law firms across the country daily through its referral network, Myerson Connections. Not only does Myerson help other law firms with referrals, but it also provides free peer-to-peer education, knowledge sharing and practice management support. Discover more at http://myerson.co.uk/connections . About Dan: Dan can also show you strategies that have increased his clients' law firm revenues by 15% to over 300% in one year while reducing their workload by more than half. To find out more about Dan and his programs, click here: https://www.danwarburton.com/ Or add Dan on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/authordanwarburton/ Proudly edited with finesse by Mike at Making Digital Real ✨ | |||
| 164 - Stop Being the Bottleneck in Your Law Firm - With Gary Mitchell OnTrac Coach | 21 avr. 2026 | 00:31:37 | |
In this episode of The Law Firm Owners Podcast, I’m joined by law firm growth coach and author Gary Mitchell to tackle one of the biggest challenges I see with law firm owners: becoming the bottleneck in your own firm. If you’re a law firm owner, managing partner, solicitor or legal entrepreneur trying to scale your law firm, improve profitability, build a team, or get your time back, this is one you’ll want to listen to. We get into why so many lawyers struggle with delegation, leadership and management, and how the very traits that make you a great lawyer can actually hold you back when it comes to growing a successful legal business. In this episode, we cover:
We also talk about Gary’s “AND Approach” — the idea that you can grow a successful law firm and have a life outside of it… but not if you try to do everything yourself. If your firm depends on you for everything, or you feel like you can’t step away without things slowing down, this episode will show you exactly where the problem is and what needs to change. - - - About Myerson Connections: Myerson supports many other law firms across the country daily through its referral network, Myerson Connections. Not only does Myerson help other law firms with referrals, but it also provides free peer-to-peer education, knowledge sharing and practice management support. Discover more at http://myerson.co.uk/connections . About Dan: Dan can also show you strategies that have increased his clients' law firm revenues by 15% to over 300% in one year while reducing their workload by more than half. To find out more about Dan and his programs, click here: https://www.danwarburton.com/ Or add Dan on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/authordanwarburton/ Proudly edited with finesse by Mike at Making Digital Real ✨ | |||
| 163 - The vital WHY behind any successful law firm - with Neil Heaney | 14 avr. 2026 | 00:30:53 | |
My next guest on this episode is Neil Heaney, the founder and CEO of Judicare Law International. The firm was born out of hard times and has since become a highly successful international law firm. Their UK bases are in Hertfordshire, and they deliver legal services across Europe, Asia, Africa, the Middle East, and beyond, handling conveyancing, litigation, investment recovery, probate, wills, accidents, and timeshare matters. On this episode, we’re covering why any successful law firm or service-based business has a clear why behind what they offer. To find out more about Neil Heaney and Judicare Law International, go to: https://www.judicaregroup.com/news-insights/landmark-judgement-in-the-spanish-supreme-court/ About Myerson Connections: Myerson supports many other law firms across the country daily through its referral network, Myerson Connections. Not only does Myerson help other law firms with referrals, but it also provides free peer-to-peer education, knowledge sharing and practice management support. Discover more at http://myerson.co.uk/connections . About Dan: Dan can also show you strategies that have increased his clients' law firm revenues by 15% to over 300% in one year while reducing their workload by more than half. To find out more about Dan and his programs, click here: https://www.danwarburton.com/ Or add Dan on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/authordanwarburton/ Proudly edited with finesse by Mike at Making Digital Real ✨ | |||
| 162 - From overwhelm to 46% growth & free of billable work in 1yr with Adam Creasey | 07 avr. 2026 | 00:30:46 | |
In this episode, we broadcast a special conversation between Dan Warburton and his client, Adam Creasey the Managing Director at Adam Benedict who shares with us how he managed to go from feeling overwhelmed to being free of all billable work, gaining a 46% revenue increase with the same headcount, breaking his fear of public speaking and winning numerous awards in one year including Construction Lawyer of the Year 2025, his firm won Best New Law Firm 2025, Construction Firm of the Year 2025 and Times Best Law Firms 2025" as well as Private M&A Firm of the Year 2025. If you are interested to find out about Dans programs you can email him at: dan@danwarburton.com Or go to: www.danwarburton.com About Myerson Connections: Myerson supports many other law firms across the country daily through its referral network, Myerson Connections. Not only does Myerson help other law firms with referrals, but it also provides free peer-to-peer education, knowledge sharing and practice management support. Discover more at http://myerson.co.uk/connections . About Dan: Dan can also show you strategies that have increased his clients' law firm revenues by 15% to over 300% in one year while reducing their workload by more than half. To find out more about Dan and his programs, click here: https://www.danwarburton.com/ Or add Dan on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/authordanwarburton/ Proudly edited with finesse by Mike at Making Digital Real ✨ | |||
| 161 - Smashing law firm competition with pricing strategy with Shaun Jardine | 31 mars 2026 | 00:28:45 | |
My next guest is Shaun Jardine, a leading authority on value-based pricing in the legal sector and author of "Ditch the Billable Hour!" and "Ditch & Switch!" He's the creator of Declan AI, a penguin value-based pricing assistant. Shaun is known for his engaging presentation style and has helped businesses across the UK and internationally implement value-based pricing through his innovative 8 P Point Plan. In the process, he’s transformed many law firms' profitability. Shaun is a sought-after trainer and coach and regularly speaks at conferences around the world. His approach emphasises practical strategies that firms can implement immediately to improve pricing and profitability. On this episode, we’re covering smashing law firm competition with a pricing strategy. To find out more about Shaun go to: About Myerson Connections: Myerson supports many other law firms across the country daily through its referral network, Myerson Connections. Not only does Myerson help other law firms with referrals, but it also provides free peer-to-peer education, knowledge sharing and practice management support. Discover more at http://myerson.co.uk/connections . About Dan: Dan can also show you strategies that have increased his clients' law firm revenues by 15% to over 300% in one year while reducing their workload by more than half. To find out more about Dan and his programs, click here: https://www.danwarburton.com/ Or add Dan on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/authordanwarburton/ Proudly edited with finesse by Mike at Making Digital Real ✨ | |||
| 160 - How sustainability drives commercial success for law firms. | 17 mars 2026 | 00:31:34 | |
My next guest is Florence Brocklesby, the Founder and Principal at Bellevue Law, a workplace and commercial disputes lawyer. Florence is an ex-City lawyer who set up Bellevue Law from her garden office in 2014 to allow her to work flexibly without compromising on the quality of her work and has now grown it to a team of 35. The firm is now also ranked in Chambers, as a Legal 500 firm, and is a certified B Corp. On this episode, we’re covering how sustainability drives commercial success for law firms. To find out more about Florence and Bellevue Law go to: bellevuelaw.co.uk About Myerson Connections: Myerson supports many other law firms across the country daily through its referral network, Myerson Connections. Not only does Myerson help other law firms with referrals, but it also provides free peer-to-peer education, knowledge sharing and practice management support. Discover more at http://myerson.co.uk/connections . About Dan: Dan can also show you strategies that have increased his clients' law firm revenues by 15% to over 300% in one year while reducing their workload by more than half. To find out more about Dan and his programs, click here: https://www.danwarburton.com/ Or add Dan on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/authordanwarburton/ Proudly edited with finesse by Mike at Making Digital Real ✨ | |||
| 159 - The Power of Diversity of Thought | 10 mars 2026 | 00:38:22 | |
My next guest is Catherine Fisher, the Managing Partner of Morr & Co, a Top 200 award-winning law firm. The firm has 150 staff with offices in Surrey, Hampshire, and Southwest London. The firm’s origins stretch back to 1729, but the firm today is at the forefront of modern legal technology, delivering services to clients that reflect its core values of excellence and empathy. To find out more about Catherine and Morr & Co LLP go to: www.morrlaw.com About Myerson Connections: Myerson supports many other law firms across the country daily through its referral network, Myerson Connections. Not only does Myerson help other law firms with referrals, but it also provides free peer-to-peer education, knowledge sharing and practice management support. Discover more at http://myerson.co.uk/connections . About Dan: Dan can also show you strategies that have increased his clients' law firm revenues by 15% to over 300% in one year while reducing their workload by more than half. To find out more about Dan and his programs, click here: https://www.danwarburton.com/ Or add Dan on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/authordanwarburton/ Proudly edited with finesse by Mike at Making Digital Real ✨ | |||
| 158 - The future of city law and the challenges ahead | 03 mars 2026 | 00:40:50 | |
My guest today is Patrick McCann, who is the Chief Executive of the City of London Law Society, also co-CEO of City Century and co-founder of the Social Welfare Solicitors’ Qualification Fund. Patrick is well known in the London law and learning worlds, and focuses mainly on delivering strategic change projects to the betterment of the legal sector and for the benefit of those seeking to enter it. In the last three years, the projects and teams Patrick has led have won 25 national awards and are responsible for about 200 people entering the legal profession every year. He has worked in five major City of London law firms and retired briefly last year before taking his current CLLS role. On this episode, we covered the future of city law and the challenges ahead Here is his LinkedIn URL: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-mccann-066017207/ About Myerson Connections: Myerson supports many other law firms across the country daily through its referral network, Myerson Connections. Not only does Myerson help other law firms with referrals, but it also provides free peer-to-peer education, knowledge sharing and practice management support. Discover more at http://myerson.co.uk/connections . About Dan: Dan can also show you strategies that have increased his clients' law firm revenues by 15% to over 300% in one year while reducing their workload by more than half. To find out more about Dan and his programs, click here: https://www.danwarburton.com/ Or add Dan on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/authordanwarburton/ Proudly edited with finesse by Mike at Making Digital Real ✨ | |||
| 157 - The good and bad examples of law firm leadership | 24 févr. 2026 | 00:38:32 | |
My guest on this episode is Natalie Abou-Alwan, a lawyer and author who has spent years studying workplace behaviour, leadership games, and career confidence. Natalie has also published a book called " How to Navigate Your Career Like a Legend. Having spent 25 years navigating male-dominated, high-pressure environments, she brings a rare insider perspective to conversations about power, resilience, and what really happens behind closed doors at work. Known for being smart, straight-talking, and having a great sense of humour, Natalie speaks to people who are tired of being sidelined and who want to learn the rules of the game. Today were covering the good and bad examples of law firm leadership in a modern world. Here is a link to Natalie's LinkedIn profile page - https://www.linkedin.com/in/natalie-abou-alwan-2943b668/?originalSubdomain=uk About Myerson Connections: Myerson supports many other law firms across the country daily through its referral network, Myerson Connections. Not only does Myerson help other law firms with referrals, but it also provides free peer-to-peer education, knowledge sharing and practice management support. Discover more at myerson.co.uk/connections. About Dan: Dan can also show you strategies that have increased his clients' law firm revenues by 15% to over 300% in one year while reducing their workload by more than half. To find out more about Dan and his programs, click here: https://www.danwarburton.com/ Or add Dan on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/authordanwarburton/ Proudly edited with finesse by Mike at Making Digital Real ✨ | |||
| 156 - The big business development and pricing opportunities | 17 févr. 2026 | 00:42:29 | |
My guest on this episode is Scott Simmons, who is renowned for turning lawyers into rainmakers. He's the co-founder of Legal Balance Institute, which is a business development, digital training and community platform for the legal profession internationally. Scott is a former lawyer and has built what he calls The BD Breakthrough Blueprint, which is a digital education course that helps lawyers overcome their fear of business development and start their journey to becoming 21st century rainmakers and trusted advisors. Today were covering why business development and pricing are the two biggest opportunities for law firms today To find out more about Scott and his Legal Balance Insiture click here: https://www.legalbalanceinstitute.com/ About Myerson Connections: Myerson supports many other law firms across the country daily through its referral network, Myerson Connections. Not only does Myerson help other law firms with referrals, but it also provides free peer-to-peer education, knowledge sharing and practice management support. Discover more at myerson.co.uk/connections. About Dan: Dan can also show you strategies that have increased his clients' law firm revenues by 15% to over 300% in one year while reducing their workload by more than half. To find out more about Dan and his programs, click here: https://www.danwarburton.com/ Or add Dan on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/authordanwarburton/ Proudly edited with finesse by Mike at Making Digital Real ✨ | |||
| 155 - How law firms achieve sustainable and successful growth | 10 févr. 2026 | 00:45:24 | |
My guest today is John Andrews, a partner and head of corporate and commercial with Ronald Fletcher Baker llp, a Legal 500 firm founded in 1948. The firm has 140 employees with full service officed in the City, West End, Manchester, Exeter and, more recently, Richmond, Surrey. John’s core expertise lies in business sales and acquisitions, and in drafting, reviewing and negotiating a wide range of commercial contracts, from shareholder agreements and articles of association to joint venture agreements. On top of his legal practice, John has years of experience in law firm management. He previously served as Head of London for a top‑50 UK firm, where he was responsible for an office of 200 staff and 48 partners, with a turnover of £25 million. In that role, he set budgets, controlled aged debt and WIP, and recruited and managed partners and senior team members. That blend of board‑level management and frontline corporate work gives John a rare, practical insight into how to overcome the real-world challenges faced by SME business owners and the law firms. In this episode, we covered how a small to mid-sized law firm can achieve sustainable and successful growth. John on LinkedIn: Linkedin.com/in/john-andrews-1468435 About Myerson Connections: Myerson supports many other law firms across the country daily through its referral network, Myerson Connections. Not only does Myerson help other law firms with referrals, but it also provides free peer-to-peer education, knowledge sharing and practice management support. Discover more at myerson.co.uk/connections. About Dan: Dan can also show you strategies that have increased his clients' law firm revenues by 15% to over 300% in one year while reducing their workload by more than half. To find out more about Dan and his programs, click here: https://www.danwarburton.com/ Or add Dan on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/authordanwarburton/ Proudly edited with finesse by Mike at Making Digital Real ✨ | |||
| 154 - Law firms should collaborate rather than compete | 03 févr. 2026 | 00:43:05 | |
My guest today is Laura Williamson, Managing Director at Taurus HR and Employment Law. Laura is an award-winning HR consultant and employment lawyer, winner of the HR Independents ‘Emerging Talent’ category in 2023, having gone from a team of 1 one in 2022 to a team of 6 people in 2026, consisting of HR professionals, lawyers and solicitors. Taurus HR and Employment Law specialise in providing affordable legal services to both employees and employers, from signing off on settlement agreements to litigation. Laure and her team also undertake HR work and legal work on a retainer, specialising in employment disputes, grievances, disciplinary matters, redundancies and terminations of employment. Today, we're covering why more law firms should collaborate rather than compete. About Myerson Connections: Myerson supports many other law firms across the country daily through its referral network, Myerson Connections. Not only does Myerson help other law firms with referrals, but it also provides free peer-to-peer education, knowledge sharing and practice management support. Discover more at myerson.co.uk/connections. About Dan: Dan can also show you strategies that have increased his clients' law firm revenues by 15% to over 300% in one year while reducing their workload by more than half. To find out more about Dan and his programs, click here: https://www.danwarburton.com/ Or add Dan on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/authordanwarburton/ Proudly edited with finesse by Mike at Making Digital Real ✨ | |||
| 153 - Why law firm success lies in its people | 27 janv. 2026 | 00:36:28 | |
My guest today is Jonathan Gilmour, a Partner and Head of Derivatives & Structured Products at the highly reputable full-service London law firm called Travers Smith LLP. Jonathan acts for a broad mix of investment banks, asset managers, pension schemes, funds and corporates. Today, we're covering why law firm success lies in its people. Jonathan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-gilmour-b015a88b/ Travels Smith LLP” https://www.traverssmith.com/people/jonathan-gilmour/ About Myerson Connections: Myerson supports many other law firms across the country daily through its referral network, Myerson Connections. Not only does Myerson help other law firms with referrals, but it also provides free peer-to-peer education, knowledge sharing and practice management support. Discover more at myerson.co.uk/connections. About Dan: Dan can also show you strategies that have increased his clients' law firm revenues by 15% to over 300% in one year while reducing their workload by more than half. To find out more about Dan and his programs, click here: https://www.danwarburton.com/ Or add Dan on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/authordanwarburton/ Proudly edited with finesse by Mike at Making Digital Real ✨ | |||
| 152 - Will AI bring law firms abundance or unmanageable disruption? | 20 janv. 2026 | 00:47:27 | |
My guest today is Quentin Solt, who is an AI research and implementation expert and a lawyer. Quentin has spent his professional life helping enterprises and entrepreneurs navigate complex transactions, from leading corporate finance teams in top UK and US law firms to taking a tech company public and floating a small investment fund. He’s also worked closely with start-ups, scale-ups, and global brands, and along the way, he’s backed purpose-driven ventures that align business with deeper human values. What makes Quentin’s perspective so compelling today is how he connects his deep experience in law, technology, and finance to the profound social transitions we’re all facing. As work and life are reshaped by embodied AI, Quentin is focused on how we prepare society for change, urging policymakers, technologists, and communities to engage thoughtfully when implementing AI. Today, what we’re covering is how technology affects our sense of worth, purpose, and connection, and what it means to thrive in an age where tech promises abundance but also brings displacement and disruption. Quentin on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/quentin-solt/ About Myerson Connections: Myerson supports many other law firms across the country daily through its referral network, Myerson Connections. Not only does Myerson help other law firms with referrals, but it also provides free peer-to-peer education, knowledge sharing and practice management support. Discover more at myerson.co.uk/connections. About Dan: Dan can also show you strategies that have increased his clients' law firm revenues by 15% to over 300% in one year while reducing their workload by more than half. To find out more about Dan and his programs, click here: https://www.danwarburton.com/ Or add Dan on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/authordanwarburton/ Proudly edited with finesse by Mike at Making Digital Real ✨ | |||
| 151 - Why excellent customer service is vital for a high‑performing law firm | 13 janv. 2026 | 00:39:18 | |
My next guest is Mike Leeman, Managing Partner at Bell Lamb & Joynson Solicitors, an award‑winning law firm with a 204‑year heritage and offices across Liverpool, Runcorn, Maghull, Warrington and Ashton‑in‑Makerfield. Mike is committed to leading the strategy behind the firm's growth while maintaining operational excellence and keeping client care front and centre. Under his stewardship, the firm continues to modernise service delivery, and since becoming Managing Partner in 2019, he has overseen a 20% annual growth in turnover. Mike has also gained national recognition for providing private client services to thousands of clients each year, with his firm recognised in The Legal 500 for criminal defence, over 2,200 5-star online reviews, and multiple awards across various departments. Today, we’re covering why exceptional customer service is the heartbeat of a high‑performing B2C law firm and the practical steps owners can take to embed this ethos in every client interaction. Bell Lamb & Joynson Solicitors: https://www.bljsolicitors.co.uk/ About Myerson Connections: Myerson supports many other law firms across the country daily through its referral network, Myerson Connections. Not only does Myerson help other law firms with referrals, but it also provides free peer-to-peer education, knowledge sharing and practice management support. Discover more at myerson.co.uk/connections. About Dan: Dan can also show you strategies that have increased his clients' law firm revenues by 15% to over 300% in one year while reducing their workload by more than half. To find out more about Dan and his programs, click here: https://www.danwarburton.com/ Or add Dan on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/authordanwarburton/ Proudly edited with finesse by Mike at Making Digital Real ✨ | |||
| 150 - Law firm growth through acquisition | 06 janv. 2026 | 00:39:54 | |
My guest today is Mel Kang, the founder and Board member of Mezzle, a law firm built for the more entrepreneurial lawyer who embraces legal tech and the modern ways of working, rather than the often outdated and slow traditional ways. Mezzle offers time, location and financial freedom to lawyers wishing to join one of the fastest-growing law firms in the U.K. He’s also a Co-founder of Orange7, which is on a mission to build a legal AI company ready for today’s AI world. Its aim is to help lawyers work faster and easier using cutting-edge AI tools. And more recently, he’s become a board member at Adam & Remers, which is an established traditional law firm with a deep heritage in England & Wales. It’s now under the ownership of LawSync, and the leadership team is mandated to continue the legacy of Adams & Remers as an anchor firm to attract more high-quality brands to our ever-increasing M&A pipeline. On today’s episode, we’re covering law firm growth through acquisition. Connect with Mel on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mel-kang/ Mezzle Law: https://www.mezzlelaw.com/ Orange7: https://www.orange7.ai/products About Myerson Connections: Myerson supports many other law firms throughout the country on a daily basis through its referral network – Myerson Connections. Not only does Myerson help other law firms with referrals, but also provides free peer-to-peer education, knowledge sharing and practice management support. Discover more at myerson.co.uk/connections. About Dan: Dan also provides law firm owners with skills that increase their profitability while reducing their workload. He can show you strategies that have grown his clients' revenues from 15% to over 300% while more than halving their workload in less than a year. To find out more about Dan and his programs, click here: https://www.danwarburton.com/ Or add Dan on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/authordanwarburton/ Proudly edited with finesse by Mike at Making Digital Real ✨ | |||
| 149 - How creative thinking makes law firms thrive | 30 déc. 2025 | 00:33:54 | |
Joining us today is Felix Riley, a keynote speaker and strategist, whose talk, 'Lawyers vs. The Machine,' has been sparking conversation across the legal sector. He’s a former City trader and successful entrepreneur turned business strategist and creativity expert, helping law firms prepare their people for the coming age of AI. With a background spanning finance, writing for the BBC, publishing thrillers with Penguin and copper mining in Zambia, Felix brings a unique mix of experience and visionary thinking to solving challenges in today’s outdated legal sector. Today, we're covering why it’s not rigour but creative thinking that makes law firms thrive. http://www.brilliant-thinking.com About Myerson Connections: Myerson supports many other law firms throughout the country on a daily basis through its referral network – Myerson Connections. Not only does Myerson help other law firms with referrals, but also provides free peer-to-peer education, knowledge sharing and practice management support. Discover more at myerson.co.uk/connections. About Dan: Dan also provides law firm owners with skills that increase their profitability while reducing their workload. He can show you strategies that have grown his clients' revenues from 15% to over 300% while more than halving their workload in less than a year. To find out more about Dan and his programs, click here: https://www.danwarburton.com/ Or add Dan on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/authordanwarburton/ Proudly edited with finesse by Mike at Making Digital Real ✨ | |||
| 148 - Neuromarketing for lawyers to beat competition | 23 déc. 2025 | 00:45:13 | |
My next guest is Olha Bodnar, the founder of Ethos Leads, who has spent over 10 years in legal marketing across Canada, the U.S., and Europe. She helps law firm owners use brain-based, ethical messaging to win more right-fit clients. On this episode, we're covering the 6-step neuromarketing sequence that law firm owners can use to turn overwhelmed prospects into retained clients. Resources for law firm growth: https://ethosleads.com/resources Connect on LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/olhabodnar About Myerson Connections: Myerson supports many other law firms throughout the country on a daily basis through its referral network – Myerson Connections. Not only does Myerson help other law firms with referrals, but also provides free peer-to-peer education, knowledge sharing and practice management support. Discover more at myerson.co.uk/connections. About Dan: Dan also provides law firm owners with skills that increase their profitability while reducing their workload. He can show you strategies that have grown his clients' revenues from 15% to over 300% while more than halving their workload in less than a year. To find out more about Dan and his programs, click here: https://www.danwarburton.com/ Or add Dan on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/authordanwarburton/ Proudly edited with finesse by Mike at Making Digital Real ✨ | |||
| 147 - Break through stagnation with a competitive edge | 16 déc. 2025 | 00:38:33 | |
My guest today is Adam Strong, who helps M&A teams build a 'strategic exit advisory' function that they can add to their usual suite of legal services. It’s a framework that transforms a law firm from a late-stage legal service provider into an early-stage strategic partner. Adam also hosts the Business Strategist podcast that receives over 4000 downloads a month. Adam is also the best-selling author of Play the Game and two books, and is known for increasing law firm revenue and market share. Today, we’re covering why most law firms stagnate and how to break through with a competitive edge. Adam's social media links: https://linktr.ee/adamstrongofficial LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamistrong/ Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4vKVMmsZ4MwVooQOlEAzrd About Myerson Connections: Myerson supports many other law firms throughout the country on a daily basis through its referral network – Myerson Connections. Not only does Myerson help other law firms with referrals, but also provides free peer-to-peer education, knowledge sharing and practice management support. Discover more at myerson.co.uk/connections. About Dan: Dan also provides law firm owners with skills that increase their profitability while reducing their workload. He can show you strategies that have grown his clients' revenues from 15% to over 300% while more than halving their workload in less than a year. To find out more about Dan and his programs, click here: https://www.danwarburton.com/ Or add Dan on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/authordanwarburton/ Proudly edited with finesse by Mike at Making Digital Real ✨ | |||
| 146 - Growth in an age of uncertainty | 09 déc. 2025 | 00:38:28 | |
My guest today is Dana Denis-Smith, who has been awarded an OBE, which is a recognition of an Officer of the Order of the British Empire. It’s a prestigious British honour and is the second-highest rank in the Order of the British Empire. Dana is a prominent legal sector leader, serving as CEO of Obelisk Support and founder of the First 100 Years campaign. Dana founded Obelisk Support in 2010, providing flexible legal solutions for clients. The First 100 Years campaign, launched in 2014, led the celebrations surrounding the centenary of women in law and has now evolved into Next 100 Years. Dana is widely respected for her advocacy in gender equality, entrepreneurship and legal technology. Recognised with numerous awards and honours, including an OBE for services to women in law (2024). She was elected Deputy Vice President of the Law Society of England and Wales in 2025 and is very likely to become President in 2027. Dana also serves on the Law Society Council, representing women solicitors and advocating for diversity, equity and inclusion. She is also a TEDx and keynote speaker, described as a “voice of reason” on law sector topics. Today, we're covering how to achieve growth in an age of uncertainty. Dana’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ddenissmith/ About Myerson Connections: Myerson supports many other law firms throughout the country on a daily basis through its referral network – Myerson Connections. Not only does Myerson help other law firms with referrals, but also provides free peer-to-peer education, knowledge sharing and practice management support. Discover more at myerson.co.uk/connections. About Dan: Dan also provides law firm owners with skills that increase their profitability while reducing their workload. He can show you strategies that have grown his clients' revenues from 15% to over 300% while more than halving their workload in less than a year. To find out more about Dan and his programs, click here: https://www.danwarburton.com/ Or add Dan on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/authordanwarburton/ Proudly edited with finesse by Mike at Making Digital Real ✨ | |||
| 145 - Three secrets to winning high-value cases | 02 déc. 2025 | 00:37:22 | |
My guest today is Philip Devenish, a partner at Jones Day, which has offices in Dubai & London. Philip dedicates his practice to dispute resolution and is renowned for resolving the most challenging, complex, and high-value international disputes. Over the past eight years, he has won or settled more than 95 per cent of his cases, with only one loss in over 8 years. Philip has obtained billions of dollars for global corporations and financial institutions in some of the largest cross-border disputes of the past decade, as ranked by The American Lawyer. His landmark victories include a 1.1 billion U S dollar damages award against Russia for the expropriation of banking investments in Crimea. On the defence side, he successfully settled a $2 billion U S dollar dispute for Saudi Arabia on a drop-hands basis during the Qatar diplomatic crisis. He is listed in The Legal 500 UK's Arbitration Powerlist of lawyers who are "deemed the gold standard by businesses" and is ranked by The Arbitrators as the top arbitration lawyer in the UAE. Today, what we’re covering are the three secrets to winning high-value cases About Myerson Connections: Myerson supports many other law firms throughout the country on a daily basis through its referral network – Myerson Connections. Not only does Myerson help other law firms with referrals, but also provides free peer-to-peer education, knowledge sharing and practice management support. Discover more at myerson.co.uk/connections. About Dan: Dan also provides law firm owners with skills that increase their profitability while reducing their workload. He can show you strategies that have grown his clients' revenues from 15% to over 300% while more than halving their workload in less than a year. To find out more about Dan and his programs, click here: https://www.danwarburton.com/ Or add Dan on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/authordanwarburton/ Proudly edited with finesse by Mike at Making Digital Real ✨ | |||
| 144 - Why culture is vital for performance | 25 nov. 2025 | 00:43:19 | |
My guest today is Michael Burne, the founder of Carbon and Bamboo.He qualified as a solicitor in 1995 and, since 2010, has been challenging the way things are done in the legal sector. Michael has experience from City law firms, a listed professional services business, and has led large-scale merger, acquisition and integration projects over the last 25 years. He also recently launched a new Charity, Pioneer 7R, and is a director of a cricket club, which is also run as a charity. In today’s episode, Why culture is vital for performance. About Myerson Connections: Myerson supports many other law firms throughout the country on a daily basis through its referral network – Myerson Connections. Not only does Myerson help other law firms with referrals, but also provides free peer-to-peer education, knowledge sharing and practice management support. Discover more at myerson.co.uk/connections. About Dan: Dan also provides law firm owners with skills that increase their profitability while reducing their workload. He can show you strategies that have grown his clients' revenues from 15% to over 300% while more than halving their workload in less than a year. To find out more about Dan and his programs, click here: https://www.danwarburton.com/ Or add him on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/authordanwarburton/ Proudly edited with finesse by Mike at Making Digital Real ✨ | |||
| 143 - Pricing effort, not outcomes, in an AI world | 18 nov. 2025 | 00:31:11 | |
My guest today is the renowned David Burns, an equity partner at Ronald Fletcher Baker LLP, listed as a ‘leading Partner’ in the Legal 500 for corporate occupiers, and recommended for property litigation and commercial litigation. The firm was founded in 1948 and now has around 140 employees, walk-in offices in Baker Street, Old Street, Exeter and Manchester, and some new offices opening soon. On today’s episode, what we’re covering are the secrets to client trust and building a thriving culture https://rfblegal.co.uk/people/david-burns/ About Myerson Connections: Myerson supports many other law firms throughout the country on a daily basis through its referral network – Myerson Connections. Not only does Myerson help other law firms with referrals, but also provides free peer-to-peer education, knowledge sharing and practice management support. Discover more at myerson.co.uk/connections. About Dan: Dan also provides law firm owners with skills that increase their profitability while reducing their workload. He can show you strategies that have grown his clients' revenues from 15% to over 300% while more than halving their workload in less than a year. To find out more about Dan and his programs, click here: https://www.danwarburton.com/ Or add him on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/authordanwarburton/ Proudly edited with finesse by Mike at Making Digital Real ✨ | |||