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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Each Gatehouse Chambers Podcast episode gives an informal view of important legal issues impacting individuals as well as companies and other legal entities. They will be of interest particularly to legal practitioners, law students and those interested in joining the legal profession and also the general public. The Gatehouse Chambers Podcast series concentrates on topics arising from Chambers' key practice areas which are: commercial dispute resolution (including not only litigation in cou ...
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Law on the Rocks is produced by Norling Law, a specialist litigation law firm in Auckland, New Zealand. Our lawyers assist clients to resolve complex commercial disputes or assist through insolvency issues which may lead to restructuring to save the business. In this podcast, we talk about the law on rocks. Because we don’t do any of the front end, general practice work. We solve the complex problems that occur at the other end. We will also give practical tips to avoid disputes and how to a ...
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3VB Speaks is the regular podcast series from London barristers' chambers 3 Verulam Buildings. Each episode features members of chambers discussing cases and issues in their specialist practice area.
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Refreshing Chats with Commercial Lawyers is a brand-new podcast series from legal recruitment specialists Realm Recruit. Each week, director Duane and commercial law recruitment specialist Rebecca will be joined by a different commercial lawyer to learn more about their path into the legal progression, their jobs day-to-day, their career successes and much more.
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175. A Prequel To Episode 160 With Bob Josefsberg
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49:38Brett and Jeff had so much fun with Robert C. Josefsberg that they decided to bring him back for another episode. This time they start back at the beginning. Bob discusses his roots, where it all began, how he ended up in law school, his time in the US attorney’s office, his numerous mentors, and why he willingly helps people. Of course, he also sh…
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Nobody likes job interviews, certainly not when you are the candidate. In this episode, Brett and Jeff dig deep into the topic. From their personal experience over years of interviewing and hiring, they share a number of tips, from how to prepare to how to dress, what to say and what not to say, and generally how to show up in the best way. This ep…
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Irene Oria is a partner at Pierson Ferdinand with over twenty years of experience in complex commercial business litigation. In this episode, she discusses with Brett and Jeff her path to high-stakes litigation, how her firm grew to nearly thirty offices in just over a year, the benefits and risks of having a distributed firm, making the move from …
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Phillip Hogan is the Founder and CEO of Signing Services of America, LLC, a nationwide notary signing service company. Phillip discusses with Brett and Jeff his path to entrepreneurship, the need to adapt to any conditions, the importance of a relentless desire to win, and how a curious nature can lead you to success in business. They also discuss …
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171. Reflections On 2024 And What’s Coming In 2025
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30:36In this episode, Jeff and Brett reflect on 2024, lessons learned, challenges faced, what they can do better, and what better even means. They get a little introspective on this one, share some moments of vulnerability, reflect on the trajectory of the firm, and touch on what is in store in 2025 for the firm and the podcast. This episode is a great …
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Brett Marks is a bankruptcy and restructuring partner at Akerman LLP. In this episode, he discusses with Brett and Jeff his career path from a two-lawyer practice to a national law firm, his move to Miami, why he enjoys the niche bankruptcy practice, staying in the same firm for decades, the keys to building a book of business, the origin of his aw…
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169. Cultural Alignment Drives Profitability
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25:18Bo Yancey is the founder and principal consultant of B-Y Global, which drives profitability and growth for law firms and professional services businesses. Bo discusses with Brett and Jeff how he helps firms achieve their full potential through data-driven insights, strategic planning, and cultural alignment. They discuss law firm KPI’s, compensatio…
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Time is a most precious commodity. And with so many advances in technology, we still seem to have even less time available. What are we doing wrong? In this episode, Brett and Jeff discuss the importance of time management for lawyers and other professional service providers. They discuss the systems and processes they have each used for managing t…
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Melissa Medina is a co-founder & the CEO of eMerge Americas with a mission of helping transform South Florida into a global technology hub. Under her leadership, eMerge now attracts more than 20,000+ attendees from over 50 countries. In this episode, Melissa discusses her path to leadership, the start of eMerge, the idea of turning Miami into a tec…
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166. How To Pay For College. Learn From An Expert.
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29:17On this episode, meet Brad Baldridge, one of the nation’s leading college financial experts. He teaches families the best ways to plan, save, and pay for college so they can make their children’s college dreams come true without wiping out their finances or their retirement. He discusses with Brett and Jeff his path to this unique specialty, the im…
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165. Conversation With A Data Privacy Expert
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30:51Laura Juanes Micas is a multilingual law, regulatory, policy, and privacy specialist. She has more than twenty years of professional experience in a variety of multi-national companies, including Yahoo!, Facebook, and RBI (owner of BURGER KING®, POPEYES®, TIM HORTONS®, and FIREHOUSE SUBS®). In this episode, Laura discusses with Jeff and Brett her p…
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Robert C. Josefsberg is widely recognized as one of the top trial lawyers in Florida and something of a legend in legal circles. In this amazing episode, he shares with Brett and Jeff numerous stories and lessons from his incredible career, beginning with his early defense of rock star Jim Morrison of The Doors. He also discusses lessons from numer…
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Donald Kirk is a Tampa-based attorney and the national chair of Carlton Fields' bankruptcy and business litigation departments. In this episode, Donald discusses with Brett and Jeff his unintentional path to law school, the importance of finding and learning from mentors, why you want good, sophisticated counsel on the other side, what it's like to…
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Evan Nierman is the Founder and CEO of Red Banyan, a globally respected strategic communications and crisis management firm, and the author of two best-selling books: Crisis Averted: PR Strategies to Protect Your Reputation and the Bottom Line and The Cancel Culture Curse: From Rage to Redemption in a World Gone Mad. In this episode, Evan discusses…
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162. Learn About Starting Companies From An Expert On Closing Them
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35:34Phil Von Kahle is the President and principal owner of Michael Moecker & Associates, Inc., a company that specializes in turnaround strategies and liquidation plans for companies, probate estates, and family offices. Phil serves as an assignee in Assignment for the Benefit of Creditors (ABC) cases, executes workout agreements, and is a Court Appoin…
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In this episode, Jeff and Brett discuss the importance of preparation, whether for a run, a swim, a meeting, or a trial. During the conversation, they cover a variety of topics, including managing difficult challenges, the fear of failure, the need to challenge ourselves, the importance of repetition, their personal practices, identifying blind spo…
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Today, we welcome John Scott, Partner at Anders CPAs + Advisors and author of Judicial Dollars and Cents – A Virtual CFO’s Playbook to Help Firms Create a Financial Roadmap to Success. John discusses his three decades of experience advising law firms of all sizes with Brett and Jeff. They discuss a variety of topics, including maximi…
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In the business and legal worlds, stress is prevalent. But how do you deal with it? In this episode, Jeff and Brett chat about the importance of managing stress. They discuss how their methods have evolved over their decades of practice. They touch on a number of useful tools for self-care, including exercise, meditation, and sleep. This is a topic…
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Danielle Garno leads the Fashion, Beauty, and Luxury Goods team at Holland & Knight LLP. In this episode, Danielle discusses with Jeff and Brett her life as a transactional and litigation attorney to some of the biggest names in fashion. She talks about her path to this unique practice, how her clients helped, and the sacrifices she made to get to …
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As we return from the summer, vacation time is over, the kids are getting ready for school, and work is heating up. How do you reset and position yourself for a strong year-end? It's crunch time. Listen to Brett and Jeff talk about the need to reset, goal setting, returning from breaks, and powering through to find success. Streaming on YouTube, Sp…
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On this episode, meet Phyllis Sisenwine, a Master Certified Coach to lawyers and law firms who want to achieve greater professional and personal success. Phyllis discusses with Jeffrey Bast and Brett Amron her path from coaching salespeople to lawyers, the importance of being open to coaching, why delegating is so hard, the need for accountability,…
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Oswaldo Alvarez joined the podcast to discuss with Brett Amron and Jeffrey Bast his transition from a traditional career path to passion and spiritual focus. Join us for Os’ journey, which rose from personal setbacks, tragedy, and loss to his current state of inner peace, balance, and an ability to share his knowledge and experience with others. Yo…
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Maria Desvergunat is a senior paralegal at Bast Amron and has been with the firm since 2012. Maria discusses with Brett Amron and Jeffrey Bast how she managed to climb the ranks from file clerk to senior paralegal, the importance of constantly learning and teaching, lessons from her parents and church, what it means to have a teachable spirit, the …
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Group Litigation and the Financial Ombudsman Service
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23:49In this episode of 3VB Speaks we focus on the regulatory sector and group litigation claims. Peter de Verneuil Smith KC is one of the leading experts in commercial group litigation and is acting for a group of claimants in the largest s90 FSMA claim to date against Glencore. Saima Hanif KC is a global expert in financial services regulation, and ha…
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152: A Three-Decade Journey With K&L Gates: Steven Weinstein’s Story
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35:11In this compelling rerelease of Episode 63, titled “From Summer Associate to Managing Partner of K&L Gates Miami Office,” Brett Amron and Jeffrey Bast engage in a heartfelt discussion with Steven Weinstein, the Managing Partner of the Miami office of K&L Gates. Recorded on February 23rd, 2022, this episode delves into Steven’s remarkable now 33-yea…
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151. Episode Recap: "Building Success: Juan Enjamio On Navigating The South Florida Legal Market"
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30:39In this insightful rerelease of Episode 77, titled “A Miami Office Managing Partner of an International Firm Shares Some Observations,” Brett Amron and Jeffrey Bast engage in a conversation with Juan Enjamio, a prominent Labor and Employment attorney and the managing partner of Hunton Andrews Kurth’s Miami office. Recorded on September 20th, 2022, …
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150. Episode Recap: "Mastering The Art Of Downtime: Insights From Steven J. Rosenwasser"
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37:42In the rerelease of Episode 73, titled “How A Top Litigator Takes A Break With Ease,” Brett Amron and Jeffrey Bast have an engaging conversation with Steven J. Rosenwasser, a fierce commercial litigator and principal shareholder at Greenberg Traurig’s Atlanta office. Recorded on June 6th, 2022, this episode explores a unique experiment Steven condu…
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149. Episode Recap: A Conversation with Legal Legend Herman J. Russomanno
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38:02In this enlightening rerelease of Episode #70, “Lessons From A Legal Legend,” Brett Amron and Jeffrey Bast engage in a captivating dialogue with Herman J. Russomanno, a distinguished figure in the legal community. As the former president of the Florida Bar, a board-certified civil Trial Lawyer, and the Managing Partner of Russomanno & Borrello, P.A…
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148. Is Your Law Firm A Business Or A Profession?
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28:28Craig Goldenfarb is a lawyer who runs a successful personal injury law firm. He is also a speaker and a coach for lawyers and law firms. On this episode, he shares with Jeff and Brett advice about the business of law, the importance of delegating, the need for organizational structure in law firms, and why he hates the suggestion that law firms are…
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Our guest on today’s podcast, Michael Krawitz, EVP, General Counsel for Conduent, discusses with Brett and Jeff his journey to in-house counsel, the differences and similarities between in-house and outside counsel, how to create a culture while in-house, and his preferences when dealing with outside counsel. If you enjoyed the show, please subscri…
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Carlo Rodriguez is the Managing Director of Electric Vehicles (EVs) and Advanced Vehicle Technology (AVT) at Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R). In this episode, Carlo discusses his transition from litigator to in-house attorney, his move from legal to business at Ryder, the exciting growth of the commercial EV market, and the brand-new Ryder Electric+. …
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145. From Pro Bono Advisor To General Counsel
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29:02Terry Vento is General Counsel to Miami’s flagship non-profit contemporary art museum, Pérez Art Museum Miami (“PAMM”). On this episode, Terry shares with Brett and Jeff her fascinating journey from working as a commercial litigator to serving as the PAMM’s first in-house counsel. Along the way, she discusses how she learned soft skills at a young …
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144. Why We Podcast – Celebrating 5,000 Downloads
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22:47As we reflect on the journey we've embarked upon together, we're filled with immense gratitude and joy. Today, we are ecstatic to celebrate a milestone that speaks volumes - reaching 5000 downloads! This achievement is not just a number; it's a testament to the curiosity, engagement, and support of listeners like you, who've joined us on this extra…
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143. Thinking Of Going In-House? Listen To This!
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32:54Elliot Basner is an attorney with over 20 years of experience as in-house counsel at major corporations, first Diageo, the alcoholic beverage company, and then Chewy, the pet supply retailer. On this episode, Elliot shares with Brett and Jeff his fascinating journey from a traditional law firm practice to in-house counsel. He offers advice for thos…
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Meet David Kreiger, a sales and lead generation expert. David spoke with Brett and Jeff about his journey in the B2B sales and lead generation business up through the founding of his company, SalesRoads, 17 years ago. He shared insight into how to create relationships and what personality traits lend to being successful in sales. And David shared w…
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We are thrilled to have Brian Tannebaum back on the show. Brian is a leader in the world of ethics in Florida and beyond. On this episode, he discusses with Brett and Jeff the baselines of ethics, the need for an emphasis on civility, the importance of good communication, and the value of picking up the phone. He also explains why everything you do…
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140. Digital Burnout: Strategies For Managing The Customer Experience In The Age Of Technology
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47:58In this special episode of Bast Amron’s The Practice Podcast, listen to the recorded panel Digital Burnout: Strategies for Managing the Customer Experience in the Age of Technology from our 6th Annual Business Advantage Forum. This panel was moderated by Dain de Souza and included Elliot Basner, VP and Associate General Counsel, Chewy.com, Abe Ng, …
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139 Harmonizing Humanity and Technology: Connecting the Workplace in the Digital Age
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50:26In this special episode of Bast Amron’s The Practice Podcast, listen to the recorded panel Harmonizing Humanity and Technology: Connecting the Workplace in the Digital Age from our 6th Annual Business Advantage Forum. This panel was moderated by Brett Amron and included Melissa Medina, CEO & President, eMerge Americas, Laura Juanes Micas (she/her),…
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138. Connections How To Balance Emotional Intelligence With Artificial Intelligence In Today’s Workplace
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18:06In this special episode of Bast Amron’s The Practice Podcast, listen to the recorded Opening Remarks from Madeline Pumariega, the President of Miami Dade College, during our 6th Annual Business Advantage Forum. Madeline shed light on the connections between education and leadership in our ever-evolving world. Her relatable perspectives struck a pos…
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137. Condo Boards Need This Expert’s Guidance
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27:48Meet Donna DiMaggio Berger, a lawyer specializing in community association law. She discusses with Brett and Jeff the challenges and nuance required to represent associations and boards. She talks about changes in the industry since the Surfside collapse, the problem of "green banana" owners, the need for proactivity, the new Florida condo requirem…
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136. Litigators Can Make Better Corporate Lawyers
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28:19Meet Addison Adams, the founder of Adams Corporate Law. Addison is a specialist in mergers and acquisitions for California-based businesses, but he did not always practice corporate law. Addison discusses with Brett and Jeffhis journey from class action litigation to corporate law, growing a firm and starting over, finding balance in your practice,…
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135. You Can Build A Business Without A Blueprint Advisor
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35:52Dan Lansman is an entrepreneur in the truest sense. He has started, built, and sold businesses multiple times for multiple millions. He discusses with Brett and Jeff his entrepreneurial journey, how he ultimately learned to keep the main thing the main thing, why the second sale is easier, and whether you really need to have all the answers before …
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134. A Peak Inside With A Certified Insolvency & Restructuring Advisor
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33:13On this episode, meet Seth Freeman, a Managing Director at B. Riley Advisory Services. Seth explains his role as a Certified Insolvency & Restructuring Advisor and a Certified Turnaround Professional. He discusses with Brett and Jeff his unusual path to the world of insolvency and restructuring, the overblown issues facing his hometown of San Franc…
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133. Want Results? Listen To The Results Queen!
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36:02On this episode, meet Dr. Jean Oursler. With a Ph.D. in Business Psychology, Dr. Jean is one of the country’s top business consultants, a top-rated speaker, a world-class business performance coach, a serial entrepreneur, and the creator of the Caveman Brain Business Growth System. She discusses with Brett and Jeff the importance of outcome-focused…
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Matthew Krayton is the visionary behind Publitics, a public affairs, political, PR, and strategy consultancy. With extensive experience advising campaigns, candidates, executives, and brands, Matt possesses a unique perspective that blends politics with emerging technology. He discusses with Brett and Jeff his unusual path to starting a political c…
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Meet Scott Dimond, Jeffrey Kaplan, and David Rothstein, the founding members of Miami litigation boutique Dimond Kaplan and Rothstein PA. The three partners discuss with Jeff and Brett the birth of their successful law firm, the keys to a healthy 20-year partnership, the way to leave a law firm on good terms, how to incentivize behaviors in lawyers…
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On this episode, meet experienced bankruptcy paralegal Jorge Miranda. Jorge shares with Brett and Jeff his path to becoming a paralegal, why his career fits with his desire to help people, the value of empathy in the workplace, why showing you care makes a difference and the importance of trust and connections in the office. If you are thinking of …
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On this episode, meet Lauren Sobel, an attorney, editor, speaker, and podcast host based in New York City. Lauren discusses with Brett and Jeff her leap from litigation to legal technology, some trends in legal technology, how generative AI will enhance the law practice, and some cautions about social media for fifth graders and adults alike! Laure…
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Meet recent law school graduate and new lawyer, Tanisha Wright, a former summer associate and current attorney at Bast Amron. On this episode, Tanisha discusses with Brett and Jeff how a friend’s personal need lead her to law school, her experience helping exonerate wrongly convicted prisoners, how to find the right law firm job, and why the practi…
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On this episode, Richard Barbara, Miami attorney and community leader, joins Jeff and Brett to discuss his unusual career path and the lessons he has learned along the way. They discuss Rich’s legal career, the importance of relationships in career advancement, the pains of starting your own law firm, the transition to in-house counsel, what you ca…
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