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Legal Speak

Charles Garnar
Artificial Intelligence
Legal Industry
Women, Influence & Power In Law Conference
Legal Technology
Ediscovery
Legalweek
Litigation
Women, Influence, and Power In Law Conference
Legal Week
Donald Trump
Mental Health
Trump Criminal Trial
Harvey AI
Social Media
E-Discovery
Corporate Governance
Supreme Court
Legal Profession
New York
GCC Midwest Conference

Legal Speak is a weekly podcast that makes sense of what's happening in the legal industry. Each episode tackles a subject that's worthy of a deep dive—from law firm profit hacks to Supreme Court showdowns to the most promising plays in legal tech. Hosted by Senior Litigation Reporter of the Daily Report Cedra Mayfield and Senior Staff Writer for the American Lawyer Patrick Smith, Legal Speak offe... more

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In this week's Legal Speak episode, Law.com reporter Alex Anteau and Chicago-Kent College of Law professor Sarah Fackrell examine a recent federal appeals court decision that could reshape how intellectual property lawsuits are served on defendants i... more

In this week's Legal Speak episode, business of law reporter Jon Campisi examines the growing interest in outside investment in U.S. law firms and what it could mean for the legal industry.

As law firms look for new sources of capital to support gr... more

In this week's episode, Legal Speak examines the notable career of renowned plaintiffs' attorney and Morgan & Morgan founder John Morgan through the lens of his new book, "Life Is Luck: John Morgan on Lawyering, Risk and Recognizing Opportunity.

Ho... more

In this week's episode, Legal Speak explores the growing use of private judging as an alternative to traditional family court proceedings.

As a former Palm Beach County family court judge, James Martz opens up about launching a private judging prac... more

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Chris Bratz
M&A advisor at Columbus Street
Columbus Street
Episode: Capital Calls: Inside the Debate Over Outside Investment in Law Firms
David Perla
Vice Chair
Burford Capital
Episode: Capital Calls: Inside the Debate Over Outside Investment in Law Firms
Howard Rosenberg
Head of Talent Intelligence and Acquisitions Practice
Barrett & Brunel
Episode: Capital Calls: Inside the Debate Over Outside Investment in Law Firms
John Morgan
Founder of Morgan & Morgan; Author
Morgan & Morgan
Episode: From Billboard Lawyer to Billion-Dollar Brand: John Morgan Reflects
James Martz
SSRGA partner and head of its private judging practice
SSRGA
Episode: Family Court's Alternative Route: The Growing Appeal of Private Judging
Annie Mayne
Reporter for Daily Business Review and Law.com
Daily Business Review / Law.com
Episode: Hinshaw & Culberson Insurance Partner Scott Seaman on his New Book, AI and ESG Under Trump 2.0
Mark Lanier
Trial lawyer, Lanier Law Firm
Lanier Law Firm
Episode: Swipe, Scroll, Sue: Inside the Landmark Social Media Addiction Verdict
Zach Kinzler
Head of Human AI Solutions
BoodleBox
Episode: Swipe, Scroll, Sue: Inside the Landmark Social Media Addiction Verdict
Rich Ruohonen
Member of Team USA's 2026 Olympic Curling Squad; founding member of TSR Injury Law
TSR Injury Law (Bloomington, Minnesota)
Episode: Olympian by Ice, Trial Lawyer by Trade: Team USA Curler Talks Courtroom Competition

Hosts

Cedra Mayfield
Host of Legal Speak, Senior Litigation Reporter for the Daily Report
Patrick Smith
Host of Legal Speak, Senior Staff Writer for the American Lawyer

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 49 ratings
  • Entertaining, insightful and actionable! 🙌

    Whether you’re already a leader who enjoys wrestling with the shifting legal landscape of our modern world, or just getting started as a catalyst for change within your organization - this is a must-listen podcast for you! Vanessa and the entire ALM team do an incredible job leading conversations that cover a huge breadth of topics related to the ins and outs of successfully navigating an ever changing legal world, from leaders who are innovating in the field. Highly recommend listening and subs... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JoshCrist
    United States6 years ago
  • Sound Quality is Bad!!!

    I like the subject matter of this podcast but the reliance on poorly recorded telephone interviews is bad! I most often start listening and then stop after a few minutes when I can't really understand what the interviewee is saying. I expect more from a big player like law.com

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    KOPelikan
    United States7 years ago
  • Legal Speak = Legal Genius

    Thanks for making sense of the evolving legal landscape!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LegalFan101
    United States8 years ago
  • Engaging and timely

    Engaging coverage of the biggest issues impacting the legal industry today.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Giovanni's my dog
    United States8 years ago
  • Legal speak translated!

    Finally a show that makes legalese interesting

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LawLazy
    United States9 years ago

Listeners Say

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Solid coverage of AI in law with actionable frameworks.
Engaging and accessible explanations of complex legal tech topics.
High production value and timely topics from legal industry leaders.
Some episodes rely on conference vibes and live formats; sound quality can vary.
Professional, insightful discussions with practical takeaways.

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#231
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#46
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#73
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#118
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#148
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#158
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Hinshaw & Culberson Insurance Partner Scott Seaman on his New Book, AI and ESG Under Trump 2.0
Q: What role does ESG play under different administrations?
ESG policy and enforcement have shifted with administrations; the Trump era emphasized a retreat from aggressive ESG policies and a push for more driller-focused energy policies, while the Biden era pushed broader government alignment on ESG compliance and disclosure.
Hinshaw & Culberson Insurance Partner Scott Seaman on his New Book, AI and ESG Under Trump 2.0
Q: How is AI reshaping insurance law today?
AI is being integrated across claims handling, pricing, and fraud detection, leading to new coverage issues, potential bias, and the need for clear documentation to defend decisions in litigation.
Swipe, Scroll, Sue: Inside the Landmark Social Media Addiction Verdict
Q: Hi, Zach, how you doing?
Zach explains his role translating technology for humans, enabling collaboration between multiple AIs and human experts to support trial prep.
Live from GCC MidWest with Meghan Riley
Q: What attracted you to the panel on protecting mental health and thriving in high-pressure roles?
Meghan says the topic is directly in her lane because AI and the changing landscape make cognitive bandwidth and mental health critically important for the profession's future, especially for leaders who must navigate uncertainty.
Live from GCC MidWest with Jennifer Hastings
Q: Jennifer, before I let you go, I noticed your speech patterns and wonder if you're from the Upper Midwest?
Jennifer confirms she is a Michigander, sharing regional anecdotes and light banter that she's from Michigan, which also influences her accent.

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What is Legal Speak about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A weekly show focused on the intersections of law, business, and technology, featuring interviews with in-house leaders, law firm executives, and legal industry innovators. Episodes commonly explore topics like AI in legal practice, legal tech platforms, big-law strategy, regulatory shifts, and how organizations navigate risk, governance, and operations. Noteworthy is the host pairing of a daily news reporter and a legal trade journalist who bring newsroom speed and industry context, often at conferences or live events, with guests ranging from corporate General Counsel to firm leaders and legal tech pioneers. The show likely appeals to senior legal professionals, in-house counsel, and law firm leaders seeking practical frameworks, strategi... more

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Recent guests on Legal Speak include:

1. Chris Bratz
2. David Perla
3. Howard Rosenberg
4. John Morgan
5. James Martz
6. Annie Mayne
7. Mark Lanier
8. Zach Kinzler

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