In 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…

In 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, …

In 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…

In 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…

Craig 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…

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…

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+. …

Terry 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 …

As 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…

Elliot 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…

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…

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…

In 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, …

In 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),…

In 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…

Meet 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…

Meet 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,…

Dan 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 …

On 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…

On 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…

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…

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…

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 …

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…

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…

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…

Mark Eiglarsh is a television personality, a top-rated criminal defense attorney, and the author of a popular book called, “Be Happy by Choice. Happiness Guaranteed or Your Misery Back.” In this episode, Mark chats with Brett and Jeff about the challenges of representing unpopular criminal defendants and the moral decision of taking tough cases. Th…

On this episode, you will hear from Kimberly Calvi, founder of Boston Edits, LLC. Kimberly discusses with Jeff and Brett how a newsletter assignment lead to a career in writing and editing, how the written word is filled with errors, and why forward-thinking, self-aware business leaders should be using writing and editing services. They also discus…

Meet Steven N. Klitzner, a Miami attorney who practices exclusively in the area of IRS problem resolution. Steve speaks with Brett and Jeff about his unique tax practice, his role as an instructor to IRS agents, and what Steve sees in the future for taxpayers. He also talks about his transition from sportscaster to lawyer, starting his solo practic…

On this episode, meet Fradyn Suárez, a Miami partner in King & Spalding’s Project Finance practice. Fradyn discusses with Jeff and Brett her journey to partner in international law firms, the unique features of a project finance practice, the challenges of moving your practice to different cities, the path to equity in big law, and the differences …

Meet Greg Alexander, founder of Collective 54, a mastermind community dedicated to professional services firms with big aspirations. Greg speaks with Brett and Jeff about his journey from sales to entrepreneurship, including a successful exit. They discuss the value of peer-to-peer networks and why Greg started his, the importance of coaching, his …

On this episode, meet Jim Bennett, a Certified Public Accountant with over three decades of experience in accounting and the founder of NOW CFO with 53 offices in 25 states. Jim speaks with Brett and Jeff about his journey to starting the company, how he helps clients gain visibility into their own business, the importance of training and process, …

Ebony Smith is an experienced leadership development specialist and founder of Ebenum Equation, dedicated to cultivating forward-thinking leaders. In this episode, Ebony speaks with Jeff and Brett about the importance of leadership development and coaching in life and business. Ebony explains how coaching can help individuals in all states of life …

On this episode, meet Evan Schwartz, CEO and Founder of Schwartz, Conroy & Hack, PC, a New York City-based law firm specializing in insurance recovery claims and complex litigation. Evan discusses with Brett and Jeff his history of environmental insurance cases, how he started his own practice more than 25 years ago, what insurance defense really m…

On this episode, meet Salene Mazur Kramer, the founding principal of MAZUR KRAEMER, a business law and consulting firm with offices in New York, West Virginia, and Pennsylvania. Salene discusses with Brett and Jeff her unconventional path to starting her own firm. They also talk about the importance of healthy habits outside the office, the challen…

On this episode, we talk with Jim Fried, a commercial real estate expert, mortgage broker, radio host, podcaster, and mentor to many. Jim talks with Jeff and Brett about the real estate business, his life on the radio, and his path to podcasting. They also discuss the many mentors he has had, how he has adopted the role as a mentor, the lessons he …

Meet Luis Scott, attorney, speaker, lawyer, and entrepreneur. Jeff and Brett discuss with Luis his amazing path from working as a legal assistant to eventually becoming a name partner in a law firm. They also discuss Luis’ entrepreneurial journey and how his company, 8 Figure Firm Consulting, helps lawyers grow their revenue quickly and predictably…

On this episode, meet Josh Shilts, a financial expert whose practice focuses on assisting attorneys and businesses with complex financial matters, valuations, and disputes. He discusses with Brett and Jeff his path through corporate America to the start of his own company, the importance of trust in business, and the keys to finding your own path t…

Special guest Stephen Donell has served as a court-appointed receiver in hundreds of cases, many in government enforcement actions. Stephen discusses with Brett and Jeff his role as a receiver, how he adds value in some dire situations, and what he sees on the horizon for some challenging real estate markets. He also discusses some tense situations…

Special guest Merle Liivand, also known as Mermaid Merle, is an entrepreneur, athlete, environmentalist, and world record holder. Together with Brett and Jeff, they discuss Merle’s path to the water, how she managed to fold her passions into her career, and how she manages a rigorous athletic routine while running multiple businesses. They also dis…

Angela Fiorentino is General Counsel for several factoring companies owned by Gulf Coast Bank & Trust Company. During her conversation with Brett and Jeff, she discusses how she has literally created the positions she has held at different times in her career. She discusses the challenges of transition from law firm practice to in-house, how she cl…

In this episode, Brett and Jeff sat down with Grant Gussin to discuss his career trajectory, how he ended up in the restaurant business, and his keys to success. If you enjoyed the show, please subscribe, share, and leave a review. Subscribing to the show and leaving a review will actually help others find the show. And It will help us grow, devote…

On this episode, Jeff and Brett talked to Erik Myers about the early days of his career, what it takes to make it as an architect, and how he built ELM ARCH from the ground up. If you enjoyed the show, please subscribe, share, and leave a review. Subscribing to the show and leaving a review will actually help others find the show. And It will help …

On this episode, you will meet Scott Rahn, the founding partner of RMO LLP, a national probate litigation law firm with offices in multiple states. Scott discusses with Brett and Jeff his journey to California and the probate litigation practice. They also talk about Scott’s move from “Big Law” to his own practice, how his firm has grown in number …

Meet Hakim Lakhdar, an Executive Career and Leadership Coach and the founder of Lakhdar Coaching. He discusses with Brett and Jeff why working in the legal profession suits him to coaching lawyers and other professionals. They discuss the numerous benefits of coaching and a variety of other topics, including conversational hypnosis, mirroring, step…

Meet Erika Obando, the founder of TPE Coaching and Consulting and author of Without a Voice – A Woman’s Journey to Resiliency. In this episode, Erika shares her life and experiences as a TEDx International speaker and Certified Life. She discusses with Brett and Jeff how her own survivorship story led her down the path to speaking and coaching. The…

Janet Falk has more than 30 years of experience in public relations and now runs Falk Communications and Research. She discussed with Brett and Jeff the tools law firms and lawyers need to attract new clients and remain top of mind. She shares some valuable advice and insights about generating news stories, responding to crises, and the best practi…

Special guest Stephen Taylor is a financial planner, the founder of Merited Wealth, LLC, a Florida Registered Investment Advisor, and the host of the Do It Yourself podcast. He is a lawyer by training who practiced law in different types of practices before starting his business. Jeff and Brett chat with Stephen and dissect his interesting path fro…

John R. Kormanik is a lawyer who coaches lawyers. After 20 years as a practicing attorney, he decided to become a certified professional coach. Jeff and Brett explore this transition with him, including why and how he made it. They discuss who needs a coach, why all lawyers need coaches, how lawyers can benefit, and when is the right time to hire a…

In this special episode of Bast Amron’s The Practice Podcast, listen to the recorded panel “Running A Business With Morals. Is This The New Normal?” from our 5th Annual Business Advantage Forum. This panel was moderated by Jeffrey Bast and included Marcia Narine Weldon, University of Miami Law Professor; Executive Coach; Best-Selling Author; Chief …