Hot Docket Podcast

Law firm referrals can help firms find value in cases they cannot accept. In this episode of Hot Docket, Tara and Andrew talk with Chris Rose about building LegalFlare, a referral business that helps law firms find value in cases they cannot accept. Chris shares how faster intake decisions, accountable referral partners, and AI-powered routing can turn rejected leads into new opportunities.

In this episode of Hot Docket, Andrew and Tara talk with Michael Saile Jr. about scaling a personal injury firm through AI, data, and process-driven systems. He shares how modern tools, strong onboarding, and intentional hiring can drive growth without sacrificing quality.

In this episode of Hot Docket, Andrew and Tara talk with Miriam Fisher about building a community-driven immigration law firm. She shares how systems, branding, and intentional client experience help smaller firms grow while staying connected to the people they serve.

In this episode of Hot Docket, Andrew and Tara talk with Kaysia Earley about her path from incarceration to founding her own criminal defense firm. She shares how her past shaped her approach to jury trials, client advocacy, and building a practice without relying on traditional advertising.

In this episode of Hot Docket, Andrew and Tara talk with criminal defense attorney Peter Scranton about the realities of managing a high-volume practice. From giving clients his personal cell number to navigating burnout and setting boundaries, Peter shares how he balances compassion, trust, and sustainability in criminal defense law.

In this Hot Docket episode, Bobby and Andrew talk with attorney and author Daniel Marco about how losing his son transformed his approach to personal injury law. Dan shares how empathy fuels his client-first practice, why he avoids volume-driven marketing, and where AI fits in modern legal work. A powerful conversation on grief, purpose, and practicing law with intention. SHORT EXCERPT

A former prosecutor turned defense attorney, Shane McKeen joins Hot Docket to reveal what criminal defense actually looks like behind the scenes. From why 99% of cases never go to trial to the truth about Miranda rights, DUI stops, jury selection, and legal tech, Shane breaks down how real courtroom outcomes are won. Practical, myth-busting, and packed with insights every attorney—and true-crime fan—should hear.

What makes someone leave the Marines, move to Alaska, and become a lawyer? In this episode of Hot Docket, former Marine Carson Honeycutt reveals how military discipline and a sense of duty led him to build a successful legal career at the edge of the world. From navigating Alaska’s one-of-a-kind workers’ compensation system to leading with empathy in mediation, Carson breaks down how Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) and AI are shaping the next era of law. Hosted by Bobby Steinbach and Andrew Nasrinpay, this episode offers a rare look at how courage and adaptability define great lawyers — even in the most extreme environments.

Criminal defense is more than law — it’s psychology, instinct, and grit. Boston defense attorney Joseph Simons joins Hot Docket to share the raw truth behind decades in criminal law: from DUIs and serious felonies to the courtroom strategies that win trust and acquittals. He also opens up about his path from musician to trial lawyer, his perspective on public defenders vs. private counsel, and the lessons he’s learned representing clients across 90+ courts.