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The Future Is Bright Podcast

The Future Is Bright Podcast
Corporate Law
Legal Industry
Professional Services
Law Firms
Merger Of Equals
UK Legal Market
Legal Technology
Private Equity
Data Science
Team Collaboration
Legal Industry Challenges
Legal Sales
Mckinsey
Artificial Intelligence
Altoids
Kobre & Kim LLP
Lateral Partner Recruiting
Data Analytics
Acquisition Strategies
Law Firm Management

Enjoy a front-row seat as Chris speaks with thought-provoking C-Suite executives and leaders from corporations, both public and private, professional service firms, and of course, the legal industry from around the United States.

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Latest Episodes

Many firms say they have a Law Firm Strategy, but few actually do. In this episode, Chris Batz breaks down what true strategy looks like inside corporate law firms and why clarity must come before growth. He introduces his framework for effective law... more

Law firms everywhere are debating private equity. Sir Nigel Knowles has already lived the full arc, from global expansion to IPO to take-private.

Joining hosts Chris Batz and Howard Rosenberg, the former global managing partner of DLA Piper and for... more

Private equity is circling the legal industry, and Lucian Pera is helping make sense of what that means for MSO law firms and beyond.

Joining Chris Batz and Howard Rosenberg, Lucian breaks down how management services organizations (MSOs) and alte... more

Mid-sized law firms are facing pressure from every direction. Associates are poached with six-figure pay bumps, partners are stretched thin between billing and management, and specialty practices vanish without succession plans. At the same time, cli... more

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Recent Guests

Lucian Pera
US leading ethics attorney and partner at Adams and Reese
Adams and Reese
Episode: EP #58: Law Firms, PE, and MSOs: A Legal Ethics Conversation with Lucian Pera
Jami Wintz McKeon
Chair of Morgan Lewis
Morgan Lewis
Episode: EP #56: Leading from Heart: Jami Wintz McKeon on Loving the Firm, the People, and the Work
Rebecca Goodman-Stephens
CEO of Moses Singer, with a background in clinical psychology and leadership in consulting and accounting.
Moses Singer
Episode: EP #53: Remaining Curious and the Professional Services Executive Journey, with Rebecca Goodman-Stephens, CEO of Moses Singer
Yakub Hazzard
Newly appointed chair of law firm MSK, with a background in media and entertainment law and experience at NBCUniversal
MSK
Episode: EP #52: Succession Planning and A Seamless Transition with Yakub Hazzard Chair of MSK
Crispin Passmore
Former UK regulator and law firm consultant advising on strategy and business structures.
Kingsley Napoli
Episode: EP #50: Private Equity Dry Powder & Corporate Law Firms with Crispin Passmore
Kristina Lawson
Managing partner at Hanson Bridgett; passionate about values-based leadership in law
Hanson Bridgett
Episode: EP #48: Leading the Way as a Values-Based Law Firm with Kristina Lawson
Noah Heller
CEO at Katten Muchin Rosenman
Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP
Episode: EP #46: Noah Heller CEO of Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP on Leadership & Relationships
Greg Jackson
Director at PwC in the UK, legal strategist, and consultant
PwC
Episode: EP #45 The UK Legal Market with Greg Jackson of PwC
Howard Rosenberg
Partner at Baretz + Brunelle, formerly COO of Baker McKenzie in Washington, DC.
Baretz + Brunelle
Episode: EP #40: Streamlining Law Partner Recruiting with Data and Intelligence with Howard Rosenberg, Partner at Baretz + Brunelle

Host

Chris Batz
Host of discussions with C-suite executives and thought leaders across various industries.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 30 ratings
  • Great Content - Thought Provoking

    My title was less than 5 words. If you listen, you get the reference. I am a partner in a defense law firm, and I listen to this podcast every morning to help me remember why I love my job.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Juggernaut19
    United States4 years ago
  • A great find!

    Chris always has terrific guests and conversations. This podcast is a great resource for anyone in the business law community. -Brian Salmo

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BrianS314
    United States5 years ago
  • Fantastic Podcast!

    I love listening to the law firm leadership podcast! Some of my favorites include interviews of Daniel Rodriguez, Andrew Glincher, and Alan Bryan. Thanks, Chris, for putting thought provoking material out there about the industry!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JMac-Miller
    United States5 years ago
  • Great podcast!

    Engaging and chock full of interesting information about the world of law firms.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jill2030
    United States6 years ago
  • Director of Legal Affairs

    I am enjoying the Law Firm Leadership podcast. Chris gently guides the conversation with each guest towards topics that can help lawyers and business leaders better serve our firms and companies. I have learned something new in each episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bouldersteph
    United States7 years ago

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Great content that offers thought-provoking insights from leaders in business and law.
Listeners find the conversations with C-suite executives both engaging and informative, especially concerning leadership styles and market dynamics.
The host's style and ability to draw out valuable perspectives from guests are highly praised by the audience.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

EP #59: Sir Nigel Knowles: Shaping the Future of Biglaw
Q: What's your perspective on capital and incentives within law firms, particularly regarding the partnership model?
Nigel emphasized that firms must adapt to include capital for growth and innovation, suggesting that private equity investment is beneficial when aligned correctly with the firm's strategy.
EP #59: Sir Nigel Knowles: Shaping the Future of Biglaw
Q: Nigel, what has been the hardest thing for you to achieve in your leadership positions?
Nigel discussed the challenges of shifting from a horizontal to a vertical organizational structure within the firm, emphasizing the need for collaboration across offices.
EP #59: Sir Nigel Knowles: Shaping the Future of Biglaw
Q: Nigel, why did you want to become a lawyer?
Nigel was inspired by a lecturer in commercial law during school who made the subject seem interesting and motivated him to pursue law as a career.
EP #52: Succession Planning and A Seamless Transition with Yakub Hazzard Chair of MSK
Q: What are your thoughts on the future growth of your firm and building high-performing teams?
Yakub emphasizes the importance of reconnecting culture within the firm post-COVID through various social initiatives and prioritizing cultural fit when considering new partners.
EP #52: Succession Planning and A Seamless Transition with Yakub Hazzard Chair of MSK
Q: How have you seen the media entertainment industry evolve over the past 40 years?
Yakub discusses various disruptions such as Napster in music and the rise of streaming, indicating a return to some traditional elements like advertising on streaming platforms.

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1. Lucian Pera
2. Jami Wintz McKeon
3. Rebecca Goodman-Stephens
4. Yakub Hazzard
5. Crispin Passmore
6. Kristina Lawson
7. Noah Heller
8. Greg Jackson

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