The How David Beats Goliath Podcast®

In this podcast episode, Attorney Gary Gwilliam of Gwilliam Ivary Chiosso Cavalli & Brewer joins CEO and Chairman Michael J. Swanson to talk about a devastating case involving extreme police violence used against a defenseless and mentally ill man, which tragically lead to his death. The victim's parents had contacted the police prior to the event on several occasions to communicate their son's abnormal but harmless behavior to prevent such a brutal occurrence from happening. Unfortunately, these pleas went ignored when police responded to a call from a nearby stranger concerned for the man's safety after witnessing the victim talk to himself while in the super market.You can contact Gary Gwilliam:Website: https://giccb.com/Email: GGwilliam@giccb.com

In this podcast episode, Attorney Thomas Greer of Bailey & Greer joins CEO and Chairman Michael J. Swanson to discuss what critical errors in the prison health care system resulted in his client being left with crippling medical conditions. Greer discusses the strategy he used to successfully investigate a client's case and defeat falsified prison records.You can contact Thomas Greer:Website: https://www.baileygreer.comEmail: tgreer@baileygreer.com

In this podcast episode, Attorney Blake Johnson of  Johnson Livingston PLLC, joins CEO and Chairman, Michael J. Swanson, to discuss the importance of carbon monoxide poisoning cases. To contact Attorney Johnson:Website Call: 801.948.9670

In this podcast episode, Attorney Jeremy Rosenthal of The Law Firm of Jeremy Rosenthal, joins CEO and Chairman, Michael J. Swanson, to discuss the importance of car crash cases.To contact Attorney Rosenthal:WebsiteCall: 303. 848.4643

In this podcast episode, Attorney Brian LaBovick of LaBovick Law Group, joins CEO and Chairman, Michael J. Swanson, to discuss the importance of organizational health for your law firm. This is part two of the two-part podcast episode with Attorney Brian LaBovick on organizational health to jump-start your law firm.  You can contact Mr. LaBovick: Website Email: BLaBovick@labovick.com You can also purchase his book "Not a Good Neighbor" on Amazon or Barnes&Noble. 

In this podcast episode, Attorney Brian LaBovick of LaBovick Law Group, joins CEO and Chairman, Michael J. Swanson, to discuss the importance of organizational health for your law firm. This is part one of the two-part podcast episode with Attorney Brian LaBovick on organizational health to jump-start your law firm.  Stay tuned for part two! 

In this podcast episode, Attorney Roger Booth of Booth Law, joins CEO and Chairman, Michael J. Swanson, to discuss the importance of child abuse litigation. If you suspect someone is a victim of child abuse you can make an anonymous report click here for a full list of where and how you can report. To contact Attorney Booth:WebsiteCall: 310.340.2942Email: rbooth@booth.law 

In this podcast episode, Elise Holtzman, joins CEO and Chairman, Michael J. Swanson, to discuss the three pillars of business development for your law firm. To contact Ms. Holtzman: WebsiteLinkedIn908-233-2273 

In this podcast episode, Attorney Jeffrey Simon of Simon Greenstone Panatier, joins CEO and Chairman, Michael J. Swanson, to discuss the importance of opioid litigation. To contact Attorney Simon: Website  Call: 214.276.7680Email: jsimon@sgpblaw.com

In this podcast episode, Attorney Mike Kazerouni of Kazerouni Law Group, APC, joins CEO and Chairman, Michael J. Swanson, to discuss the importance of consumer rights in bankruptcy litigation. To contact Attorney Kazerouni, Website or call: 800.400.6808

In this podcast, Michael J. Swanson, CEO and Chairman of Advocate Capital, Inc. and Author of "How David Beats Goliath, Access to Capital for Contingent-Fee Law Firms" will be joined by a panel of prominent lawyers from across the country, including Joe Russo, Owner and Managing partner of Injury Law Center, Lauren Checki, Managing Partner of Louisiana & Director of Operations at Hair Shunnarah Trial Attorneys, and Kathy Harrington-Sullivan, Partner of Barrett & Farahany. They will discuss the strategies and tactics that they have learned and are using to seek justice for their clients during the Covid-19 pandemic.Resources: Blink Zoom FileVine Ruby Reception Dex Comm Client Chat Live Lawyer.com Questions or comments? Contact Mike! Or visit his social media pages: LinkedInFacebook:Contact Joe, Kathy, or Lauren: Joe Russo: https://www.injury-law-center.com/603.883.4100jrusso@ilcnh.comKathy Harrington-Sullivan: https://www.justiceatwork.com/404.487.0903Lauren Checki:https://insuranceclaimhq.com/ 504.323.5793.Checki@InsuranceClaimHq.com

In this podcast episode, Jason Lazarus, an attorney, author and CEO of Synergy Settlements, joins CEO and Chairman, Michael J. Swanson, to Mr. Lazarus's new book "The Art of Settlement: A Lawyer's Guide to regulatory compliance when resolving catastrophic claims." Buy Mr. Lazarus's book: https://geni.us/theartofsettlement Questions or comments? Contact Mike!https://www.howdavidbeatsgoliath.com/contact/Or visit his social media pages:LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/michaeljswanson/Facebook: facebook.com/profile.php?id=100002168508940Contact Jason Lazarus:https://synergysettlements.com/ Jason@synergysettlements.com Call: 877.960.2131

In this podcast episode, Mitch Jackson, senior partner and founding attorney of Jackson & Wilson Trial Lawyers, joins CEO and Chairman, Michael J. Swanson, to discuss how to use video and social media  to create a client-centered practice. As the "Live Video Lawyer," Mitch shares his live video tips, including why live video is so important to your law practice, simple ways to do and improve live video, and many resources and programs that Mitch has found success with. He also shares tips for social media and the platforms he finds most important. Mitch has represented clients in the Orange County area for over 30 years, and he is committed to providing the trustworthy and skilled legal representation people need during the most difficult times of their lives - after a serious accident or the loss of a loved one. He has met with considerable success in this endeavor, recovering millions on behalf of the injured, including numerous multimillion-dollar settlements and verdicts.Resources: How to Win Friends and Influence People, Dale CarnegieAdversaries Into Allies, Bob BurgECamm, Mac video software (https://www.ecamm.com/)ManyCam, Windows video software (https://manycam.com/)BombBomb, Video email platform (https://bombbomb.com/c/)GoPro, On-the-go camera (https://gopro.com/en/us/)Zoom, Video calls and broadcasting (https://www.zoom.us/)StreamYard, Dynamic video broadcasting (https://streamyard.com/)Nimble, Social media CRM (https://www.nimble.com/)Talk Like Ted, Carmine GalloThe Ultimate Guide to Social Media, Mitch Jackson (https://www.amazon.com/Ultimate-Social-Business-Professionals-Entrepreneurs/dp/1790591961)Mitch's Essential Social Media Platforms: TikTok (https://www.tiktok.com/en/)Periscope (https://apps.apple.com/us/app/periscope-live-video-streaming/id972909677)Twitter (https://twitter.com/home)Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/)LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/)Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/) Questions or comments? Contact Mike! advocatecapital.com/michael-swanson.htmlOr visit his social media pages: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/michaeljswanson/Facebook: facebook.com/profile.php?id=100002168508940Contact Phillip Miller: www.MitchJackson.comMitchJackson.live WednesdayNightLegalMarketing.liveLegalMinds.lawyer

In this episode, Mr. Lazarus and Michael J. Swanson, CEO of Advocate Capital, Inc., discuss the taxation of damages and the tax deferral of contingent fees. Mr. Lazarus talks about attorney fee structures, including fixed and indexed. They also cover deferred compensation plans for lawyers and Qualified Settlement Funds. Jason D. Lazarus is the CEO and Founder of Synergy Settlement Services.Questions or comments? Contact Mike! advocatecapital.com/michael-swanson.htmlOr visit his social media pages: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/michaeljswanson/Facebook: facebook.com/profile.php?id=100002168508940Contact Jason:877-960-2131 https://synergysettlements.com/partner/jason-d-lazarus/

In this podcast episode, Phillip Miller, a nationally recognized trial consultant and attorney who is board certified as a civil trial advocate, joins CEO and Chairman, Michael J. Swanson, to discuss framing your case for today's jurors. They explain why our first instincts about what is important are often wrong. Phillip gives five factors that drive decision making. They also discuss why the prima facie case is never enough.Phillip is routinely hired as a deposition/case strategist by firms across the U.S. to help them with their biggest and most significant cases. Phillip has authored 2 books "Advanced Depositions: Strategy and Practice" (published by Trial Guides) and "Focus Groups - Hitting the Bullseye" (published by AAJ Press).Questions or comments? Contact Mike!https://www.howdavidbeatsgoliath.com/contact/Or visit his social media pages:LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/michaeljswanson/Facebook: facebook.com/profile.php?id=100002168508940Contact Phillip Miller:www.PhillipHMiller.comPMiller@SeriousInjury.comCall: 1.800.337.4878

In this podcast episode, Mike Swanson and certified financial planner through Raymond James and a member of the Advocate Capital Inc. wealth management team, Jeff East, explain how to plan for your retirement as a plaintiff attorney. Questions or comments? Contact Mike!https://www.howdavidbeatsgoliath.com/contact/ Or visit his social media pages: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/michaeljswanson/Facebook: facebook.com/profile.php?id=100002168508940

Attorney Kay Van Wey of Van Wey, Presby, & Williams Trial Law Firm was interviewed by Michael J. Swanson, , author of “How David Beats Goliath: Access to Capital for Contingent-Fee Law Firms” about a case that made a difference in medical malpractice with Dr. Death. To contact, Ms. Van Wey call  214.329.1350 or visit https://www.vanweylaw.com/ 

In this podcast episode, Robert Simon, co-founder and primary trial attorney of The Simon Law Group, and Teresa Diep, Director of Marketing and Events of The Simon Law Group, join author of “How David Beats Goliath: Access to Capital for Contingent-Fee Law Firms”, Michael J. Swanson, to discuss law firm marketing. Robert and Teresa share their tips and marketing strategies that they use at the Simon Law Group. They talk about social media, podcasts, newsletters, speaking engagements, and specific marketing campaigns that they have come up with that have been successful.  Simon Law Group Marketing Campaigns Discussed in this episode: Podcasts and Lip Sync VideoOr check out The Simon Law Group on Instagram, Facebook or their website.Questions or comments? Click here to contact Mike.  Or visit Mike's LinkedIn or Facebook. Contact Robert and Teresa via email Media@JusticeTeam.com or by calling: 1.855.855.8910

Attorney Sean Claggett of Claggett & Sykes Law Firm, (https://www.claggettlaw.com/) was interviewed by Michael J. Swanson, author of “How David Beats Goliath: Access to Capital for Contingent-Fee Law Firms” (https://www.HowDavidBeatsGoliath.com/) about the importance of sharing knowledge with other lawyers. To contact, Mr. Claggett call 702.213. 2566 or visit https://www.claggettlaw.com/

Attorney Scott Carlile of Carlile Law Firm LLP, (https://carlilelawfirm.com/) was interviewed by Michael J. Swanson, , author of “How David Beats Goliath: Access to Capital for Contingent-Fee Law Firms” (https://www.HowDavidBeatsGoliath.com/) about a case that made a difference in 911 calls. To contact, Mr Carlile 903.938.1655 or visit https://carlilelawfirm.com/ 

Attorneys Gary Gwilliam and Randall Strauss of Gwilliam, Ivary, Chiosso, Cavalli & Brewer, A Professional Corporation (www.GICCB.com) were interviewed by Michael J. Swanson, author of "How David Beats Goliath: Access to Capital for Contingent-Fee Law Firms" (https://www.HowDavidBeatsGoliath.com/) about a case they prosecuted involving sexual harassment, whistleblowers, bankruptcy, and forced arbitration. To contact Mr. Gwilliam and Mr. Strauss, 510.832.5411 or visit www.GICCB.com.

President and CEO, Michael J. Swanson, hosts prominent Tennessee attorney Patrick Cruise of the Hamilton Law Firm. Mr. Cruise specializes in car wrecks and trucking accident cases and has nearly 20 years of experience. In this podcast episode, Patrick gives his tips and best practices for any type of trucking or car accident case.Contact Patrick Cruise:www.TheHamiltonFirm.comQuestions or comments? Contact Mike! advocatecapital.com/michael-swanson.htmlOr visit his social media pages: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/michaeljswanson/Facebook: facebook.com/profile.php?id=100002168508940

In this podcast episode, Mike Swanson and President of Kraft Technology Group, Don Baham, explain how to improve the security of  your firm's network and email system. This discuss topics such as two-factor authentication, administration privileges, and answer questions relevant to law firms. Questions or comments? Contact Mike! https://www.howdavidbeatsgoliath.com/contact/ Or visit his social media pages: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/michaeljswanson/Facebook: facebook.com/profile.php?id=100002168508940Contact Don Baham: https://www.kraftgrp.com/don-baham/https://www.linkedin.com/in/donbaham/Want even more information or a visual that goes with the podcast episode? Click here for a PowerPoint. 

In this podcast episode, host and author Michael J. Swanson has tax lawyer Robert Wood as a guest. Mr. Swanson and Attorney Wood discuss the proper way to account case expenses for your taxes. For more information or to contact Michael J. Swanson check out the links below: Questions or comments? Contact Mike! https://www.howdavidbeatsgoliath.com/contact/Or visit his social media pages: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/michaeljswanson/Facebook: facebook.com/profile.php?id=100002168508940Contact Rob: http://www.woodllp.com/Want even more information or a visual that goes with the podcast episode? Click here for a PowerPoint.