Hot Docket Podcast

Board Certified trial lawyer Scott Distasio reveals how he turned risky medical malpractice cases and viral YouTube Shorts into a winning formula for competing with Florida’s biggest PI firms.

Geoff Jones of The Jones Firm, shares how losing his mom in a drunk driving accident shaped the way he practices law. From walking away from volume PI firms to building a client-first practice powered by empathy, tech, and trial-ready strategy—Geoff opens up about what it really takes to run a values-driven firm.

David Laborde is a seasoned trial attorney and partner at Laborde Earles Injury Law. From leading complex personal injury cases to navigating mass torts and mentoring a growing team, he brings decades of experience—and plenty of perspective—to the Hot Docket.

In today’s legal market, hiring for skill isn’t enough. Law firms need to rethink how they attract, engage, and retain top talent. Kyle Robbins is not just building a fast-growing practice—he’s reinventing how law firms hire, engage, and manage their people through innovative processes you won’t hear about in your typical legal playbook.

Tune in to learn the surprising bottlenecks of the small claims process, how Squabble is changing the game for plaintiffs and courts alike, and what legal tech means for traditional law firms.

Mr. Drwencke, a former judicial law clerk, has focused his career solely on litigation and has earned a reputation as a formidable trial attorney who is quick on his feet, a master of evidentiary procedure and persuasive advocate for his clients. Mr. Drwencke is licensed to practice in all courts of Illinois, Michigan and the District of Columbia. He has experience at the state and federal court levels as he is also admitted to the Federal Courts for the Northern District of Illinois and the Eastern District of Michigan.

Anthony shares his unique journey from CPA to nationally known mediation and arbitration attorney, and reveals why his practice is built around one mission: helping families move forward without destruction. Plus, Anthony shares helpful free resources, including ebooks, to help anyone facing divorce navigate the process with clarity and compassion. If you work in family law—or know someone going through it—this episode is a must-listen.

Dori Shwirtz joins Bobby and Andrew on today's episode of Hot Docket Podcast. Tune in for a new twist on divorce law and other legal marketing tips!

What happens when a college athlete dies during practice—and the school is to blame? In this episode of Hot Docket, Attorney Jeff Murphy takes us inside the high-stakes world of sports injury litigation where law, medicine, and tragedy collide. Together, we uncover the hidden truths behind sports-related death and injury litigation.