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THE PRACTICE PODCAST

The Practice Podcast series was created and is hosted by our partners Brett Amron and Jeffrey Bast. These Podcast episodes are intended to be a resource to help business leaders and other lawyers without all the complicated lawyer language. Check us out!

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206. From Flute Performance To High-Stakes Litigation...

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2026/04/01

In this episode of The Practice Podcast, Katie Tonkinson joins Jeff Bast and Brett Amron to discuss her path from music performance to litigation, what law school doesn’t teach you, and why practicing law is ultimately a people business.She shares practical insights on building a legal career, the importance of discipline and communication, and how creative outlets like writing and music continue to shape her approach to the law.What You’ll HearHow a music background translates to legal

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205. Legend Series: The Long Game Of Building A Legal...

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2026/03/18

In this Legend Series episode of The Practice Podcast, Brett Amron and Jeff Bast sit down with John Kozyak, co-founder of Kozyak Tropin & Throckmorton. Known nationally as a bet-the-company litigator and restructuring lawyer, Kozyak reflects on a career shaped by risk, mentorship, and an unwavering willingness to create opportunity where none existed.From knocking on office doors in downtown Miami in the 1970s to building one of the most respected litigation and bankruptcy firms in the

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204. From Appellate Advocate To The Florida Supreme...

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2026/03/11

In this episode of The Practice Podcast, Jeff Bast and Brett Amron sit down with Raoul Cantero, partner at White & Case and former Justice of the Florida Supreme Court.Raoul shares the story behind his career journey from Miami appellate lawyer to the Florida Supreme Court and back to private practice. He reflects on growing up in Miami after his family fled Cuba, his time at Harvard Law School, and how a passion for writing ultimately led him to appellate advocacy.The conversation also

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203. Legend Series: Aaron Podhurst — Six Decades of...

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2026/03/04

In this Legend Series episode of The Practice Podcast, Aaron Podhurst shares the defining moments behind a 60+ year career at the highest levels of trial practice.From the Catskills to the CourtroomThe first in his family to attend college, Aaron earned a basketball scholarship to the University of Michigan and later attended Columbia Law School. He chose law because he loved advocacy, persuasion, and the human side of problem-solving. That instinct became the foundation of a nationally

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202. Jim Robinson On Grit, Grace, And Big Law Mentorship

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2026/01/14

Brett M. Amron and Jeffrey Bast sit down with Jim Robinson, Partner at White & Case LLP in Miami, where he leads the firm’s Americas Litigation Section and serves as Chair of the Americas Operations Council. Jim represents U.S. and international clients in complex, high-stakes commercial disputes and is widely respected as a tenacious litigator who believes you do not have to be difficult to be effective.Jim shares his remarkable path to the law, from growing up on a cattle ranch in

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201. Stephen Marino On Insurance Recovery & Managing...

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2026/01/07

Brett and Jeff sit down with Stephen Marino, Jr., Managing Partner of Ver Ploeg & Marino, P.A., one of Florida’s premier policyholder-focused insurance law firms. With decades of experience in complex coverage litigation and firm leadership, Marino offers a candid and insightful look into what it takes to build and sustain a practice at the intersection of commercial litigation, insurance recovery, and client trust. He discusses his unique path to the law (include some speeding tickets

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200. Episode 200 Went Off The Rails: Safety,...

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2025/12/17

For our 200th episode, Jeff and Brett go off-script and revisit the real story behind their partnership, their paths into law, and the early experiences that shaped how they practice today. What starts as a milestone celebration turns into a candid and unexpectedly funny conversation about where they came from, what they learned about each other, and why their careers somehow keep coming back to safety, security, and yogurt.Listeners will hear about hand-written law school applications,

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199. High Stakes & Hard Times: Patty Tomasco On...

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2025/12/10

In this episode, Jeff and Brett sit down with Patty Tomasco, a seasoned bankruptcy and restructuring partner at Quinn Emanuel. Known for her calm command in crisis situations and her sharp instincts in high-stakes litigation, Patty brings a rare mix of courtroom experience and boardroom strategy. The conversation spans her path into law, how she became a self-taught bankruptcy lawyer, and how she’s carved out a leadership role in a competitive practice area, and how Texas became a

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32:39

198. Career Confidence: A Conversation With Amy Perez

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2025/12/03

In this episode, Jeff and Brett are joined by Amy Perez, Associate Dean for Career & Professional Development at the University of Miami School of Law. With deep experience in student advising, employer engagement, and legal talent development, Amy offers an inside look at how legal education is evolving to meet the modern profession’s demands. The conversation explore how law schools are rethinking career services and professional readiness, the shifting expectations of legal

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32:50

197. Trial, Tenacity & Authenticity: Adriana...

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2025/10/29

In this episode, Brett and Jeff are joined by Adriana Rivera-Badell, a powerhouse trial attorney, passionate advocate, and rising star in the South Florida legal community. With a reputation for fearless courtroom presence and deep community involvement, Adriana shares her journey from analyst to law student to litigator—and the lessons she’s learned along the way. This conversation explores a number of topics including thinking before speaking, giving up a career for law school, the

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196. Collaborative Family Law: Redefining Divorce...

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2025/10/01

On this episode, we welcome family law attorney and mediator Kristen Goss, founder of KWG Family Legal & Mediation Services. Kristen brings a human-centered perspective to family law, championing collaborative processes, alternative dispute resolution, and holistic family healing. Kristen shares her journey, from her roots in a socially engaged household to founding her own firm in 2016, she explains why she blends the roles of negotiator, mediator, and community advocate. She also

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37:41

195. Built To Last: Jerry Markowitz On Leadership,...

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2025/09/24

Jerry Markowitz is a founding shareholder at Markowitz Ringel Trusty + Hartog. He joins Jeffrey and Brett to talk about the values and vision that have guided his extraordinary legal career. As one of South Florida’s most accomplished bankruptcy attorneys, Jerry reflects on his decades in practice, the art of balancing firm leadership with client advocacy, Jerry’s early years and the formation of the firm, how the bankruptcy landscape has changed, lessons in leadership from building a law

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194. The Man Behind the Mic: Nelson’s Story—And Why...

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2025/09/17

On this special episode, we share an intimate conversation with our producer, Nelson Rosado. Sadly, this will be the first and last time he speaks on the show. Nelson has worked with us for 12 years, helping to produce the podcast since its inception. Unfortunately, he is being forced out of the country where he has lived for nearly 35 years. We discuss Nelson’s childhood in Honduras, his journey to the U.S., his passion for learning, and what he loves about this country. Jeffrey and

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193. Lessons From A Legend

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2025/09/10

In this episode, host Jeffrey and Brett sit down with the inimitable Joel Hirschhorn, a true titan of criminal defense. With more than five decades of courtroom experience, Joel has built a reputation as a relentless advocate and a straight shooter with almost 400 jury trials, defending clients in high-stakes criminal matters in almost every District and State in the country.This wide-ranging conversation covers:Joel’s reflections on the art of trial law and the evolution of the American

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192. The Business of Criminal Law, With Adam Rossen

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2025/09/03

In this episode, Jeff and Brett speak with Adam Rossen, a former prosecutor turned visionary CEO of one of Florida’s fastest-growing criminal defense firms. Adam shares his journey from solo practice to leading a multi-office team across South Florida, offering a candid look at the challenges and breakthroughs that shaped the Rossen Law Firm’s unique culture and client-first approach. If you’re a lawyer thinking about leadership, growth, or just building a career that aligns with who you

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191. Leadership & Culture in the Law – A Conversation...

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2025/08/27

In this episode, Jeff and Brett sit down with longtime Miami attorney Scott Baena, a founding partner of Bilzin Sumberg and a respected figure in the world of business bankruptcy law. With over 40 years of experience, Scott reflects on his journey to the practice, how a spring break detour lead to a career shift, founding a successful law firm, defining culture, the importance of community, and how to retire on your own terms! Whether you’re a veteran of the bar or just starting your

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190. From Big To Boutique To Big: Luis Salazar’s Law...

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2025/08/06

Luis Salazar is no stranger to high-stakes legal battles. As the founding attorney behind Salazar Law and now the force behind Cole Schotz’s Miami expansion, Luis has led billion-dollar litigation wins and multibillion-dollar debt restructurings for clients across industries—from cryptocurrency firms to Fortune 500 companies. In this episode, Luis shares the mindset and strategies behind the practice of law, starting your own firm, what it takes to scale a boutique practice into a national

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189. BRANDING FOR LAWYERS

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2025/07/30

Danielle Garno is back! (If you missed her on Episode 157, go listen now!) And now she is a Partner at Daniel Ebeling Maccia & Cohen, where she continues her practice in the fashion, beauty, and luxury goods industries. She also teaches the Branding Master Class Workshop for Lawyers, an 8-week workshop for lawyers of all types and levels.On this episode, she discusses with Brett and Jeff the importance of building a brand early in your career, leaving a place you love, planning

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188. AUSA Turned Commercial Litigator (And Legal Legend)

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2025/07/23

Peter Prieto is a legal legend. (Our words, not his.) Today he is a partner at Podhurst Orseck with more than 25 years of experience handling complex commercial litigation, class actions, multidistrict litigation, and white-collar criminal defense. On this episode, he chats with Brett and Jeff about his path to success, including his childhood in rural Cuba, his path to law school, the early years as a federal prosecutor, what he learned from more than 30 trials, the importance of

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187. The Lawyer’s Edge ®

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2025/07/16

Elise Holtzman is a former practicing lawyer, executive coach, consultant, and the CEO of The Lawyer’s Edge®, helping lawyers become better business developers and leaders. She chats with Jeff and Brett about a variety of topics, including her transition from practicing law to founding a company, why she chose lawyers to coach, why law firm management is usually unprepared, trends in legal education, the recent growth in legal coaching, and which lawyers need her services. Do you?

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