All Episodes

In this episode of Loudr Lawyer Network, host Raje sits down with Michael P. McCready, founder of McCready Law, to talk about building a personal injury firm from himself and a briefcase into a multi-state operation with roughly 24 attorneys, 180 team members, and 500–600 new cases per month.Michael shares why learning to delegate was the turning point in his growth, how he built career paths to retain attorneys, and why culture, systems, technology, and hiring the right people matter more than trying to control everything yourself. He also breaks down his approach to referrals, digital marketing, social media, AI, and measuring marketing by cost per retainer and case quality instead of vanity metrics.The conversation also explores his upcoming book, Built to Run: Designing a Business That Thrives Without You, and the idea of creating your own “Puerto Rico moment”—building a business that gives you the freedom to live the life you actually want. Michael closes by sharing why access to justice, lifelong learning, and making a difference remain at the center of everything he has built.Contact: raje@loudrmedia.com

In this episode of Loudr Lawyer Network, host Raje sits down with Tim Semelroth of RSH Legal to talk about trial law, trucking litigation, mentorship, storytelling, and nearly three decades of representing injured people in Iowa.Tim shares how super-gluing his middle school teacher’s chair unexpectedly led him into mock trial—and eventually into a legal career. He opens up about losing his first jury trial, why that experience taught him that the courtroom can never be about the lawyer, and how that lesson shaped his approach to clients and juries ever since.The conversation also explores Tim’s specialization in catastrophic trucking cases, becoming one of the first attorneys in the country board-certified in truck accident law, scaling RSH Legal into Iowa’s largest injury and disability firm, and why great trial lawyers focus on stories instead of simply overwhelming juries with facts. Tim also discusses mentoring young lawyers, teaching AI at the University of Iowa College of Law, and why AI should be treated as a tool—not a replacement for human judgment.Website: FightingForFairness.comContact: raje@loudrmedia.com

In this episode of Loudr Lawyer Network, host Raje sits down with Chris Davis, a South Carolina personal injury attorney and founder of the Law Office of S. Chris Davis, to talk about faith, perseverance, client trust, and building a firm around service.Chris shares how playing football at the University of South Carolina shaped his work ethic, why failing the bar the first time became one of the most important lessons of his career, and how working under his father gave him the foundation to eventually launch his own practice. He also explains how personal injury gradually became his primary focus and why trust and referrals have been central to his growth.The conversation also explores million-dollar settlements, fighting insurance companies, helping injured children and families, giving back through community programs, and how billboards, social media, newsletters, and giveaways are helping expand the firm today. Chris closes with a simple philosophy: a great lawyer never gives up, and a louder lawyer uses their platform to make a positive impact.Website: ChrisCaresSC.comContact: raje@loudrmedia.com

In this episode of Loudr Lawyer Network, host Raje sits down with Will Clark, a Texas trial attorney whose path to the courtroom started as an Eagle Scout and high school mock trial competitor in Beaumont, Texas, long before he became a board-certified personal injury trial lawyer.Will breaks down the philosophy behind his aggressive-but-respectful approach to litigation, why empathy can be more powerful than intimidation, and the unforgettable courtroom moment that helped lead to a $20 million trucking verdict in Laredo. He also explains how difficult cases can change entire families and why understanding a client’s real story is essential before ever stepping in front of a jury.The conversation also explores building a practice primarily through attorney referrals, earning board certification, scaling by increasing case quality instead of simply increasing volume, and knowing when another lawyer is better suited for a case. Will closes with his philosophy that being a “loudr lawyer” isn’t about being the loudest person in the room—it’s about showing up through your actions.Website: VInjuryLawGuides.comContact: raje@loudrmedia.com

In this episode of Loudr Lawyer Network, host Raje sits down with Jake Fine, founder of Premier Socials, to talk about social media, personal branding, viral content, and why lawyers are uniquely positioned to become powerful creators.Jake shares how a high school film class started his career in content, how working with UFC champion Aljamain Sterling helped sharpen his storytelling skills, and how a viral street interview that reached 17 million views eventually led him into legal marketing. He also explains how Premier Socials grew into a million-dollar business helping attorneys combine organic content, paid advertising, and intake.The conversation dives into why social media’s true ROI is often underestimated, how becoming locally famous can lower client acquisition costs, the metrics lawyers should actually care about, and why a strong personal brand can make every other form of marketing work better.Website: PremierSocials.comContact: raje@loudrmedia.com

In this episode of Loudr Lawyer Network, host Raje sits down with Michael A. Shammas, a Chicago personal injury attorney, to talk about trial strategy, client communication, storytelling, and building a law firm around results and accessibility.Michael shares how his blue-collar upbringing shaped his work ethic, why he nearly became a pharmacist, and how a law school clerkship introduced him to personal injury. He explains why compassion and competitiveness have to coexist, why he refuses to be outworked or outprepared, and how getting to know a client’s real life allows a lawyer to tell a more powerful story in front of a jury.The conversation also explores trucking cases, case management systems, referral-driven growth, investing whatever it takes to build a case properly, and why Michael believes the strongest legal brands are built through action, results, and clients who trust you enough to send their own family.Website: Shammas-Law.comContact: raje@loudrmedia.com

In this episode of Loudr Lawyer Network, host Raje sits down with Alan and Eli Fuchsberg of the Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Firm to explore a legal legacy spanning four generations and rooted in civil rights, plaintiff advocacy, and standing up for people against powerful institutions.Alan and Eli share the remarkable story of Judge Jacob Fuchsberg, from his early plaintiff practice and service on New York’s highest court to an extraordinary letter from Albert Einstein recognizing his stand against segregation. They also discuss how that legacy continues today through civil rights litigation, medical malpractice, birth injury cases, prison abuse cases, and complex catastrophic injury matters.The conversation explores what it takes to preserve a family name without becoming trapped by tradition, why the firm relies heavily on relationships and referrals instead of mass advertising, how they prepare every case for trial, and what justice means to the next generation of Fuchsberg lawyers.Website: Fuchsberg.comContact: raje@loudrmedia.com

In this episode of Loudr Lawyer Network, host Raje sits down with Neil Panchal, a California attorney whose path took him from sales and immigration law into criminal defense, firm ownership, and eventually personal injury.Neil shares what it was like becoming the first lawyer in his family, failing the California Bar twice before passing on his third attempt, and even getting sworn in outside a Starbucks during COVID. He explains how criminal defense taught him to work with people on some of the worst days of their lives, fight for second chances, and become comfortable in the courtroom.The conversation also explores Neil’s transition into personal injury after experiencing his own accident, why referrals became the foundation of his PI practice, and why he personally stays involved in every case. Neil also discusses client communication, managing expectations, trial instinct, law firm ownership, and why he believes the best marketing is having clients willing to tell others, “Go with this guy.”Contact: raje@loudrmedia.com

In this episode of Loudr Lawyer Network, host Raje sits down with Mitchel Ashley, founder of The Ashley Law Firm, to talk about more than three decades in personal injury law, trial advocacy, and building a practice in one of the most competitive legal markets in the country.Mitchel shares how the Pelham Bay Landfill litigation helped redirect him from business and finance into plaintiff law, what his earliest jury trials taught him about preparation and human behavior, and why empathy is one of the most important qualities a personal injury attorney can have. He also explains why every case entering his firm is prepared as if it will eventually go to trial.The conversation explores launching his own firm in 2009, competing against massive legal advertisers, personally handling client intake, embracing podcasts and social media, and why technology—including AI—is changing the profession again. Mitchel also reflects on carrying the Olympic torch, unforgettable clients, integrity, and the legacy he hopes to leave behind.Contact: raje@loudrmedia.comTags

In this episode of Loudr Lawyer Network, host Raje sits down with Lowell “The Hammer” Stanley, a Virginia personal injury attorney with more than four decades of trial experience, to talk about authenticity, preparation, branding, and fighting for injured people.Lowell shares how he got the nickname “The Hammer” before he was even born, why he left corporate tax law to represent working people, and how he built a bold legal brand around being a true trial lawyer. He also breaks down Virginia’s strict contributory negligence rules, why every case matters to the person living it, and why he believes fear can actually make a lawyer better prepared in the courtroom.The conversation also explores trial advocacy, legal marketing, client trust, staying grounded despite success, and why many highly advertised lawyers are not necessarily experienced trial attorneys. Lowell closes with a simple philosophy: be yourself, keep learning, prepare relentlessly, and use your voice clearly enough that people understand what you stand for.Website: TheHammer.comWebsite: LowellStanley.comContact: raje@loudrmedia.com

In this episode of Loudr Lawyer Network, host Raje sits down with Barry P. Goldberg, a California personal injury attorney with more than 40 years of experience, to talk about insurance law, client relationships, and building a successful practice around expertise instead of hype.Barry shares how publishing educational content helped him become a recognized resource in uninsured and underinsured motorist law, why injured people often misunderstand their own insurance coverage, and what decades of dealing with carriers have taught him about getting cases moving. He also explains why telling a client’s story matters just as much as knowing the numbers.The conversation also dives into scaling a law firm, hiring attorneys, creating a client-first culture, and Barry’s belief that the client should never walk away with less than the lawyer. He closes with advice for younger attorneys: stay humble, help people first, learn from experienced lawyers, and most importantly, actually implement what you learn.Contact: raje@loudrmedia.com

In this episode of Loudr Lawyer Network, host Raje sits down with Michael Diamond, Esq., a California workers’ compensation attorney and law firm owner, to talk about fighting for the underdog, building a practice, and why work ethic still beats talent.Michael shares how he originally wanted to become a public defender, how the Great Recession unexpectedly led him into workers’ compensation law, and why he still identifies with the “little guy.” He explains why he treats clients as partners rather than talking down to them, how demanding early mentors shaped his legal career, and why integrity matters even when nobody is watching.The conversation also explores starting his own firm in 2019, maintaining quality while growing, the importance of referrals, and why Michael believes attorneys with strong work ethic and people skills can outperform lawyers who are simply smarter. He closes with his definition of a “louder lawyer”: someone who walks quietly, carries a big stick, and lets their results speak for them.Contact: raje@loudrmedia.com

In this episode of Loudr Lawyer Network, host Raje sits down with Wade Coye to explore a career that has taken him from a dairy farm in upstate New York to the U.S. Army, Capitol Hill, and eventually building his own law firm.Wade shares how farm life shaped his work ethic, how military service strengthened his adaptability, and why he left the large-firm environment to build a practice focused on helping individuals. He also discusses becoming an early adopter of legal technology, including launching one of the country’s earliest law firm websites and using digital tools long before they became standard.The conversation explores Wade’s work in workers’ compensation, Social Security disability, veterans disability, and personal injury, along with his philosophy on mentorship, client relationships, creativity, and adapting to change. He also explains why attorneys need to understand AI now—and why authenticity and genuine human connection will become even more important as technology advances.Website: CoyLaw.comContact: raje@loudrmedia.com

In this episode of Loudr Lawyer Network, host Raje sits down with Michael E. Duffy of Duffy & Duffy to talk about medical malpractice, trial law, family legacy, and the responsibility of representing people whose lives have been permanently changed by medical errors.Michael shares how his father, James Duffy, helped shape his approach to malpractice litigation and taught him that if you are not willing to put in the work, someone who desperately needs help may have nowhere else to turn. He explains why medical malpractice is such a specialized area of personal injury law, from mastering thousands of pages of medical records to understanding medicine well enough to challenge the professionals who created those records.The conversation also explores building a true family law firm, balancing empathy with objectivity, the importance of listening to clients, and how successful recoveries can give catastrophically injured people access to care, independence, and a better quality of life. Michael also reflects on preserving his father’s legacy at Duffy & Duffy and why the firm remains focused on medical malpractice and nursing home abuse.Website: DuffyDuffyLaw.comContact: raje@loudrmedia.com

In this episode of Loudr Lawyer Network, host Raje sits down with Justin Elsner, a Washington personal injury attorney whose own serious car accident helped shape the lawyer he would eventually become.Justin shares how being injured in high school gave him firsthand experience with treatment, insurance companies, and the value of having an attorney in your corner. After briefly working in accounting and graduating from Seattle University School of Law, he took the leap of starting his own firm directly out of law school and eventually focused entirely on personal injury.The conversation explores Justin’s philosophy of “guiding people from injury to recovery,” why he believes getting clients healthy matters as much as the financial result, how nearly two decades of experience taught him to fight insurance companies, and how he grew from working out of an apartment and advertising on Craigslist to a multi-location practice with plans to expand further throughout the Pacific Northwest.Justin also discusses community involvement, law firm marketing, building trust through education, and why being a “louder lawyer” is not about volume—it is about providing accurate information and creating real impact.Contact: raje@loudrmedia.com