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Great Practice. Great Life. by Atticus

If you"re a solo or small law firm owner who feels overworked, time-starved, or stuck at your current level, this podcast is for you. On Great Practice. Great Life.® you will hear from successful firm owners who have increased income, reduced stress, and built profitable, sustainable practices. Hosted by Steve Riley, a former trial attorney and law firm coach for more than 20 years, the show dives into real conversations about law firm growth, leadership, and profitability. You will learn how to

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How the Every Monday Matters Mindset Can Reignite...

Great Practice. Great Life. by Atticus ·

2025/08/18

Nationally acclaimed author and founder of the Every Monday Matters movement, Matthew Emerzian, sits down with Steve Riley to have a conversation about purpose, connection, and building a life that truly matters. Matthew’s story did not begin with a breakdown. From the outside, it looked like he had it all. He lived in Beverly Hills, working in the music industry with world-famous bands like U2 and Coldplay. He traveled, enjoyed success, and was part of an exciting, fast-paced world. Then, one night

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49:21

Winning Takes a Positive Mindset with NHL Legend...

Great Practice. Great Life. by Atticus ·

2025/08/11

On this episode of Great Practice, Great Life®, guest host Jonathan White sits down with NHL legend Grant Fuhr to explore how a positive mindset fueled his Hall of Fame career and continues to shape his life today. Best known as the goaltender behind the Edmonton Oilers dynasty, Grant Fuhr is a five-time Stanley Cup champion. He was a key force behind one of hockey’s greatest teams, known for his clutch performances and unmatched athleticism. Grant made history as the first African American inducted

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58:16

Rebuilding the Future of Family Law in an AI World...

Great Practice. Great Life. by Atticus ·

2025/08/04

On this episode of Great Practice, Great Life®, Steve Riley sits down with family law attorney Gerard Virga to share a remarkable story of resilience, leadership, and reinvention. When Hurricane Michael destroyed Gerard’s law office in 2018, he didn’t pause or panic. Instead, the very next day, he started looking for a new space to work. Remarkably, that same day, he found a building still standing—and a landlord outside, willing to help. Gerard was offered a spot on the fifth floor, fully furnished

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Stop Hiding Behind the Law: Leading with Truth with...

Great Practice. Great Life. by Atticus ·

2025/07/28

On this episode of Great Practice, Great Life, Steve talks with attorney Ronald W. Chapman II, who shares his powerful journey from the battlefield to the courtroom. A former Marine Corps JAG officer, Ronald opens up about how his military service shaped not just his legal skill set but also his mindset. The idea of not using the law as a shield became a defining part of his growth as a leader. His transition from a highly structured military environment to the unpredictable world of private

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48:37

141: Your Firm Gets Stronger When You Do with Lea...

Great Practice. Great Life. by Atticus ·

2025/07/21

On today’s episode of Great Practice, Great Life, Steve Riley chats with attorney and athlete Lea Anne Groover as she shares her journey and the tangible habits for law firm growth that challenge what’s possible at any age, in any career, and at any stage of life. Lea Anne’s journey wasn’t about grand gestures or overnight success. It began with a small, intentional act, writing the word “move” in the habit-building section of her My Great Life Focus, a tool provided by her Atticus Advisor, Teresa

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56:57

140: Reinventing Criminal Defense Training: From...

Great Practice. Great Life. by Atticus ·

2025/07/14

In this episode of Great Practice, Great Life®, Steve Riley is joined by Adam Rossen, a criminal defense attorney who’s doing more than building a successful firm, he’s reinventing criminal defense training for the next generation of lawyers. Adam’s firm has quadrupled since 2020, yet his passion is mentoring future attorneys. His Florida-based internship program, once a casual drop-in setup, has evolved into a structured, immersive model for reinventing criminal defense training. In 2020, he took

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51:20

139: Too Stupid to Quit: Dre Baldwin on Resilience,...

Great Practice. Great Life. by Atticus ·

2025/07/07

On this episode of Great Practice, Great Life®, Steve Riley welcomes Dre Baldwin, former professional basketball player, prolific author, and founder of Work on Your Game Inc. Dre shares how his career was shaped not just on the court, but at home, where his parents modeled daily discipline and quiet resilience that made him “too stupid to quit.” From an early age, Dre watched his parents show up for their responsibilities, day in and day out, regardless of how they felt. That consistency became the

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42:47

138: Leading Lions and Prima Donnas: John Morgan’s...

Great Practice. Great Life. by Atticus ·

2025/06/30

John Morgan doesn’t lead quietly—and he doesn’t build small. In part two of his conversation with Steve Riley, he shares the systems, standards, and mindset that built a law empire. On this episode of Great Practice, Great Life®, Steve Riley welcomes back John Morgan, founder of Morgan & Morgan, for an insightful continuation of their conversation. In this episode, you’ll discover John Morgan’s leadership lessons on how to grow a law firm with integrity. He also shares how long-term vision, and

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31:03

137: Grow or Die: John Morgan’s Relentless Strategy...

Great Practice. Great Life. by Atticus ·

2025/06/23

In this episode of Great Practice, Great Life®, Steve Riley is joined by visionary attorney and entrepreneur John Morgan for a focused conversation on law firm expansion. As the founder of Morgan & Morgan, John built one of the largest plaintiffs’ firms in the United States. He explains how a growth-focused mindset and strong systems helped his firm scale in a fast-changing legal industry. John, now 69, continues to lead with a “grow or die” mindset. Back in 2009, he wrote a speech that shaped his

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59:53

136: The Biggest Marketing Mistakes Lawyers Make and...

Great Practice. Great Life. by Atticus ·

2025/06/16

In this episode of Great Practice, Great Life®, Steve Riley welcomes back content marketing guru Robert Rose for a powerful conversation tailored to attorneys and law firm owners looking to improve their marketing strategy. Robert shares how lawyers can turn their natural communication strengths, advocacy, storytelling, and clarity into a winning content marketing strategy. His tips are practical, achievable, and designed for busy professionals. Many small and solo law firms rely almost exclusively

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51:07

135: Authentic Leadership in Law: How to Scale...

Great Practice. Great Life. by Atticus ·

2025/06/09

What does it take to shift from a struggling solo attorney to a CEO leading a thriving full-service law firm? Learn how authentic leadership transformed one law firm from solo practice to thriving law firm. In this episode of Great Practice, Great Life®, Steve sits down with Ross Albers, CEO of Albers & Associates in Timonium, Maryland. Ross shares his inspiring and raw journey—from getting fired just days before his wedding to building a successful law firm with 13 attorneys spanning multiple

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134: What Surviving a Plane Crash Taught Me About...

Great Practice. Great Life. by Atticus ·

2025/06/02

Surviving a plane crash wasn’t part of Attorney Blinn Bates’ plan, but it became a pivotal chapter in his life story. A routine flight turned into a near-tragedy and forced a year-long recovery. As a third-generation attorney, Blinn faced the unimaginable. But instead of succumbing to despair, he used the pause to transform his law practice and reevaluate his personal life. On this episode of Great Practice, Great Life®, Blinn shares his story of resilience and transformation through adversity. He

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133: Escaping the 3 Time Traps That Stall Law Firm...

Great Practice. Great Life. by Atticus ·

2025/05/26

In this episode of Great Practice, Great Life®, Steve Riley explores time management and focus strategies with Shawn McNalis, an Atticus Practice Advisor and trainer with over 30 years of experience. Together, they uncover the most common time traps that prevent attorneys from reaching their full potential. They also share proven strategies for defending strategic time blocks and establishing boundaries that support professional growth. Shawn brings her wealth of knowledge from coaching thousands of

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132: Stop Hiding: The Confidence to Build the...

Great Practice. Great Life. by Atticus ·

2025/05/19

In this follow-up episode of Great Practice, Great Life, Steve Riley welcomes back guest Barb Betts for a deeper dive into a powerful idea: the confidence to build a thriving law practice begins with embracing your authentic self. For lawyers, authenticity isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a strategic advantage that drives client trust, firm growth, and personal satisfaction. Barb shares her powerful concept of “17 moments”—life-changing events like teenage pregnancy and severe hair loss—that taught her to

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44:56

131: Beyond Word of Mouth: Systemizing Referral...

Great Practice. Great Life. by Atticus ·

2025/05/12

Unlock the secrets to building a thriving law practice through the power of relationships, with expert insights from guest Barb Betts. In this episode of Great Practice, Great Life, Steve and Barb Betts dive into the essentials of referral marketing for attorneys. They explain how building strong, intentional relationships can transform your client acquisition process into a reliable growth engine. Barb introduces her BUILD methodology, which helps attorneys move beyond casual word-of-mouth

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130: Is Your Intake Process Costing You Great...

Great Practice. Great Life. by Atticus ·

2025/05/05

What if transforming your client intake process was the key to a stronger, more sustainable law firm? In this episode of Great Practice, Great Life, Steve sits down with Lori Pulvermacher to explore this often-overlooked but critical topic. Lori explains why the client intake process is essential for long-term success—and how it’s frequently neglected. She and Steve discuss how implementing a consistent, documented system helps maintain high standards of service while reducing daily stress. Lori

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58:34

129: The Three Biggest Challenges Lawyers Face When...

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2025/04/28

In this episode of Great Practice, Great Life®, we flip the script and put thought leader Steve Riley in the guest seat to answer a powerful question: What does it really take to start or grow a law practice in 2025 while staying true to your vision, your values, and your well-being? Guest host Glenn Gutek and Steve explore the dynamic and ever-evolving landscape of the legal profession, discussing how rapid changes in technology, politics, and economics contribute to the anxiety and stress

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56:48

128: Referral Marketing Secrets to Scale Your Law...

Great Practice. Great Life. by Atticus ·

2025/04/21

Referral-based marketing for law firms is the key to long-term growth, client trust, and sustainable success In this episode of Great Practice, Great Life, Steve Riley is joined by Craig Goldenfarb, CEO and founder of GOLDLAW, a South Florida-based personal injury law firm, to break down the proven strategies behind referral-based marketing for law firms. With a team of 85 employees, including 12 attorneys, Craig shares how nearly a quarter of his cases still come from intentional,

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38:19

127: Building Your Growth Council to Grow Your...

Great Practice. Great Life. by Atticus ·

2025/04/14

Discover how creating your own personal board of advisors can help you make better decisions and grow your practice with confidence. On this episode of Great Practice, Great Life, Steve Riley shares a transformative approach that reshaped both his career and mindset: The Growth Council Strategy. Early in his career, Steve realized that not everyone in his life could help him navigate the complex problems he faced, either professionally or personally. He needed something more—a space where he could

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46:55

126: Resilience, Reinvention, and Rock & Roll:...

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2025/04/07

On this episode of Great Practice, Great Life, Steve sits down with Chris Barron, the inspiring lead singer of the Spin Doctors, for a deep dive into his incredible journey—one marked by relentless resilience, reinvention, and raw determination. Chris shares his story of overcoming a tough childhood, dyslexia, vocal paralysis, and the heartbreaking loss of his brother—all while forging a legendary career in music. His secret? A relentless work ethic, a sharp mind, and a unique approach to handling

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