Legal Keys

Legal Keys

Kia Arian isn’t just building brands—she’s helping entrepreneurs turn their message into a movement. For nearly two decades, Kia has guided purpose-driven professionals in finding their voice, clarifying their story, and building brands rooted in authenticity. As the founder of Zine, she champions “marketing you can hold”—print newsletters, postcards, books, magazines, and high-touch campaigns that create connection you can actually feel. In this episode of Legal Keys, Kia joins host Tim Sawyer for a refreshingly human conversation about branding in an AI-saturated world. From a...

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Carlos Arce isn’t just practicing healthcare law—he’s helping shape where the industry is headed. With deep experience in both healthcare operations and legal strategy, Carlos knows what it takes for practices to grow the right way. As a partner at the Florida Healthcare Law Firm, he works with physicians, clinics, and wellness business leaders to structure MSO/DSO models, navigate compliance, negotiate deals, and scale without inviting unnecessary risk. In this episode of Legal Keys, Carlos joins host Tim Sawyer for a candid, practical conversation on how AI is actually being used in...

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Watch the video version on YouTube — featuring a word from one of our earliest Knowledge adopters, Florida Healthcare Law Firm.  Rishi Bhatia, CEO of FasterOutcomes, joins host Tim Sawyer for a powerful conversation on building AI that closes the justice gap and turns unstructured legal data into a firm’s “cognitive brain.” A seasoned technologist and former CEO/CTO (including at Purple Carrot), Rishi is a mission-driven builder who brings deep product and engineering leadership to help law firms operationalize knowledge, work more efficiently, and scale with confidence. He dives...

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Gary Miles isn’t just a veteran trial lawyer—he’s a former managing partner with more than 40 years of courtroom experience, a seasoned mediator, published author, and host of The Free Lawyer podcast. After decades leading a successful practice, Gary now channels his expertise into coaching attorneys to overcome burnout, set healthier boundaries, and build practices that are both productive and fulfilling. He also authored Breaking Free: A Guide to Achieving Personal and Professional Freedom as a Lawyer. In this episode of Legal Keys, Tim Sawyer sits down with Gary for a powerful...

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Emery Wager isn’t just a fintech entrepreneur—he’s a leader reshaping legal finance. As Co-Founder and CEO of Confido Legal, he draws on a decade in fintech, his service as a U.S. Marine Corps infantry officer, and a Stanford engineering background to help law firms modernize payments and client financial interactions. In this episode of Legal Keys, host Tim Sawyer sits down with Emery for a powerful conversation on the future of law firm efficiency. From AI-powered workflows to digitized disbursements, they explore how modern technology is transforming legal practice, client experience,...

Legal Keys

AI, SEO, and legal marketing are colliding—and the future of law firm growth depends on getting it right. Jay Berkowitz, digital marketing trailblazer and founder of Ten Golden Rules, joins Legal Keys to share how law firms can harness modern marketing strategies to boost visibility, win clients, and build trust online. In this energetic conversation with Tim Sawyer, Jay breaks down the shifts every law firm needs to understand. What we cover: – How Google’s AI overviews are reshaping search visibility for law firms – Why SEO, video, and reputation management are more critical than...

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Niki Black isn’t just a legal tech strategist—she’s a pioneering voice helping attorneys navigate the rapidly evolving intersection of law and technology. In this episode of Legal Keys, Tim Sawyer sits down with Niki for a powerful conversation on the current and future state of AI in the legal industry. From firm adoption trends to the ethical and operational implications of generative AI, they unpack real-world insights and hard-earned lessons for modern legal professionals. What we cover: – Where AI adoption stands across firms and what’s holding it back – Why midsize firms...

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Ben Glass isn’t just a veteran attorney—he’s a mindset shifter. As the founder of Ben Glass Law and CEO of Great Legal Marketing, Ben has spent over 40 years helping solo and small firm lawyers stop following outdated rules and start building law firms that reflect what they truly believe in. In this episode of Legal Keys, Ben joins Tim Sawyer for a high-energy conversation on why belief—not hustle—is the foundation of a thriving law practice. From marketing and AI to leadership and team culture, Ben shares the hard truths and big wins that come with building your firm...

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Frank Rekas—CPFA and Personal CFO for Attorneys—joins us on Legal Keys to unpack the financial habits that help law firm owners turn income into long-term security. With deep expertise in tax planning, risk management, and wealth planning, Frank shares the practical (and often overlooked) steps top-earning attorneys take to build real, lasting wealth. While AI tools like Atlas(that's what his ChatGPT named itself) support the journey, this episode centers on smart, human-first money habits—rooted in clarity, consistency, and integrity. We cover: • Tax-saving strategies attorneys...

Legal Keys

Brooke Birkey—Founder of Level Up Law Firm Coaching—joins us on Legal Keys to unpack what really drives profitability in a modern law firm. With experience spanning every role from receptionist to executive, Brooke offers candid insights into intake, emotional intelligence, and the operational blind spots that quietly cost firms thousands. While AI plays a small role, this episode centers on practical, people-first strategies to optimize intake, empower teams, and build scalable systems that convert. We cover: Brooke’s 360° journey through the legal industry—from front desk to firm...