356. Warning: These Industry Titans’ Insights Might Change How You Run Your Firm

The Game Changing Attorney Podcast with Michael Mogill

Welcome to a special edition of The Game Changing Attorney Podcast, celebrating five years of game changing conversations, industry-shaping insights, and bold leadership in the legal world. To mark this milestone, we’re kicking off a retrospective series that dives into the minds of the most forward-thinking, trailblazing leaders we've featured over the years.

In this episode, we’re taking a look back to highlight the strategies and decisions that helped our top guests carve their own paths to success. There’s no single way to build a thriving law firm — but the stories you’ll hear are proof that with the right mindset, consistent execution, and belief in your vision, success is within reach.

You’ll hear from:

• Eric Chaffin: Co-founder of Chaffin Luhana, a nationally recognized law firm. Known for his work as a federal prosecutor and his dedication to using his experiences to motivate and help others through his legal practice.
• Rex Elliott: A prominent attorney at Cooper Elliott, a firm known for representing the underdog and making significant impacts in trial law. His journey is fueled by connecting his past experiences to achieve success and aid others.
• Randi McGinn: An accomplished trial lawyer, recognized for her approach to "transformative law," where the focus is on making impactful changes beyond just monetary settlements in cases.
• Laura Wasser: A top divorce attorney in the country, known for her discretion and ability to handle high-profile celebrity divorce cases with a focus on realistic expectations and professionalism.
• Ben Crump: A nationally renowned civil rights attorney, often involved in high-profile cases that address systemic injustices, inspired by Thurgood Marshall and motivated by advocating for equal opportunities and justice.

Whether you're an attorney seasoned in the courtroom or a burgeoning leader in the industry, you'll find valuable perspectives and actionable insights to fuel your own success story. Join us as we uncover the diverse strategies and mindsets that propel legal visionaries to redefine what it means to lead, inspire, and succeed.

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Show Notes:

00:00 – Introduction: 5 Years of Legal Game Changers

02:05 – Eric Chaffin: Overcoming Trauma and Building a Mission-Driven Firm

10:44 – Doing Good by Doing Right: Building Chaffin Luhana on Values

15:45 – Rex Elliott: From Construction Sites to Courtrooms

21:42 – Fighting for Underdogs and Finding Purpose in Trial Work

27:58 – Randi McGinn: Pioneering Transformative Law with Every Case

35:36 – Laura Wasser: Navigating High-Profile Divorce with Discretion and Integrity

43:59 – Balancing Emotional Support and Legal Strategy in Celebrity Cases

50:27 – Ben Crump: Finding Hope and Justice Through Legacy and Law

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Links & Resources:

Randi McGinn

Rex Elliott

Eric Chaffin

Ben Crump

Laura Wasser

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Past guests on The Game Changing Attorney Podcast include David Goggins, John Morgan, Alex Hormozi, Randi McGinn, Kim Scott, Chris Voss, Kevin O’Leary, Laura Wasser, John Maxwell, Mark Lanier, Robert Greene, and many more.

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