The Alpha Lawyer Podcast

The “Final Four” KPIs for Law Firm Growth and Profitability, with Terrell Turner

Trying to run a smarter, more profitable law firm? In this episode of The Alpha Lawyer Podcast, Jason Marsh is joined by Terrell Turner, CPA and founder of TLTurner Group, to break down the four most impactful KPIs (key performance indicators) law firms should be tracking.
Inspired by March Madness, Terrell walks us through how he and his team analyzed over 60 metrics—then built a bracket to determine which KPIs truly move the needle.
The result? A “Final Four” that law firm owners can rely on to make better decisions, grow their practice, and avoid financial blind spots.
If you’ve ever struggled with managing cash flow, making the right hires, or understanding what your numbers are really telling you—this one’s a must-listen.
 
🎧 Listen now and learn:✔️ The “Final Four” KPIs that drive law firm success✔️ Why profit margins aren’t enough—and what to measure instead✔️ How to know if your firm’s overhead is too high✔️ When to hire your next staff member (and when not to)✔️ How successful firms make financial decisions using data, not gut feelings
 
🔗 Follow Terrell Turner & The TLTurner Group
🌐 Website: https://www.tlturnergroup.com/
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Book a free consultation to see how Data Analytics, Law Firm CFO or Bookkeeping services can help you understand your numbers and make them work for you.
💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/terrellturner
 
🔗 Follow and Connect with Host, Jason Marsh
🌍 Website: https://www.alphalawyer.io/
💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marshjason/
📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GoAlphaLawyer
🔗 Linktree: https://linktr.ee/alphalawyer
 
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Law Firm M&A: How to Successfully Buy or Sell a Practice, with Jeremy Poock

Thinking about selling your law firm or growing through acquisition? In this episode of The Alpha Lawyer Podcast, Jason Marsh sits down with Jeremy Poock, founder of Senior Attorney Match, to discuss the ins and outs of law firm mergers and acquisitions (M&A)—a topic many lawyers overlook, but one that presents massive opportunities.
Jeremy shares how law firm sales really work, why now is the perfect time to buy or sell, and the key factors that drive law firm valuations. He also explains the common deal structures, how buyers can minimize risk, and why digital marketing and branding are becoming critical components of law firm value.
Whether you're a senior attorney considering succession planning or a growth-minded firm looking to acquire new clients and expand, this episode is packed with practical insights you won’t want to miss.
 
🎧 Listen now and learn:✔️ Why law firm M&A is more accessible than most attorneys think✔️ The biggest mistakes lawyers make when selling their practice✔️ How buyers can acquire a firm with low financial risk✔️ Why digital marketing & branding impact a law firm's value✔️ The ideal timeline & steps to prepare a law firm for sale
 
🔗 Follow Jeremy Poock & Senior Attorney Match🌐 Website: https://www.seniorattorneymatch.com/
💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremypoock/ (posts daily)
📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thelawfirmseller
📅 Live Shows: The State of the Market for Law Firm Sales in 11 Minutes & The Ask the Law Firm Seller Show (Streaming on LinkedIn Live & YouTube)
 
🔗 Connect with Host, Jason Marsh
🌍 Website: https://www.alphalawyer.io/
💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marshjason/
📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GoAlphaLawyer
🔗 Linktree: https://linktr.ee/alphalawyer
 
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Launching a Law Firm the Right Way: Essential Strategies and Technology, with Adriana Linares

Thinking about going solo or launching a small law firm? Don’t make the common mistakes that hold attorneys back! On today’s show, Adriana Linares, renowned legal technology consultant, trainer, and host of the New Solo podcast, shares what it really takes to build a thriving practice. From setting up the right business systems to choosing the best legal tech, this episode is packed with actionable advice for new startup and aspiring firm owners.
What we cover in this episode:
📌 The biggest mistakes solo lawyers make (and how to avoid them)📌 The must-have technology for running an efficient firm📌 How to streamline client management with portals & automation📌 Why law firms should ditch servers and embrace the cloud📌 How to make AI work for you instead of fearing it
 
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Connect with Adriana Linares
🌐 Website: LawTechPartners.com🎙️ Podcast: New Solo on the Legal Talk Network
 
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🌐 Website: AlphaLawyer.io🔗 LinkedIn: Jason Marsh
 
 

Law Firm Finances & Mental Health: How to Reduce Stress and Increase Profit, with Brian Zapf

Running a law firm is stressful—but is financial mismanagement making it worse? In this episode of The Alpha Lawyer Podcast, host Jason Marsh sits down with Brian Zaff, fractional CFO and founder of Flight Financial, to discuss the critical link between law firm financial health and mental well-being.Lawyers are twice as likely as non-lawyers to experience suicidal thoughts, and 70% report anxiety—often driven by financial uncertainty. Brian breaks down how shifting your mindset from practitioner to CEO can help you build a more stable, profitable firm while reducing stress.🔹 Why the billable hour model contributes to burnout🔹 How cash flow issues create financial and mental strain🔹 The three pillars of a successful law firm: Revenue, Profit, and Cash Flow🔹 Practical steps to create a financially stable, low-stress firm🔹 The biggest financial mistakes law firm owners makeIf you're tired of feeling like you're constantly on a treadmill, this episode is a must-listen. Learn how to stop being reactive and start treating your firm like an investment—one that works for you instead of the other way around.📌 Book a free financial assessment with Brian Zaff: www.flight.financial
📖 What Law Firm Owners Overlook: The Key to Mastering Your Mental Health - Article in Law Practice Today (American Bar Association)
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Building Law Firm Wealth: Thinking Like an Investor, Not a Lawyer, with Moshe Amsel

Discover how to build generational wealth with your law firm by shifting your mindset from lawyer to investor. In this episode of The Alpha Lawyer Podcast, Jason Marsh interviews Moshe Amsel, founder of Profit with Law and the upcoming 2025 Law Firm Growth Summit. Moshe shares his transformative journey, the keys to breaking free from the feast-or-famine cycle, and how to create a firm that operates independently of its owner. Tune in to learn actionable strategies for leveraging your team, scaling your business, and building wealth for your family, and generations to come.
 
Don’t miss the 2025 Law Firm Growth Summit happening February 4–6, 2025. Register now to learn actionable strategies to grow your law firm:
Register for the 2025 Law Firm Growth Summit
Connect w/ Moshe on LinkedIn