Welcome to episode 33 of The Earley Show podcast, hosted by personal injury attorney Christopher Earley! For this conversation, Chris is joined by Andrew Finkelstein, a distinguished trial lawyer and entrepreneur from New York.
In this episode, we delve into Andrew's inspiring journey from his early days growing up in Newburgh, NY, to building a large, respected law firm known for its innovation and client-centric approach. Andrew then shares invaluable lessons from his father, the significance of law firm culture, the impact of technology on legal practice, and strategies for effective client and team management. Chris and Andrew also discuss the importance of networking, building lasting client relationships, and ensuring long-term firm success. Tune in for a wealth of knowledge and actionable insights from one of the legal industry's finest.
Chapters:
01:40 Guest Introduction: Andrew Finkelstein
02:41 Andrew's Background and Family History
07:02 Lessons from Andrew's Father
08:55 Andrew's Journey to Becoming an Attorney
13:14 Building and Growing the Law Firm
16:39 The Role of Corporate Culture
22:45 Client Relations and Marketing Strategies
30:36 The Importance of Measuring the Right Things
31:18 The Value of Self-Surveys and Feedback
32:28 Encouraging Open Communication in Organizations
34:02 The Power of Brutal Honesty
34:30 Authenticity and Happiness
36:25 Client-Centric Practices in Law Firms
38:13 Effective Inventory Management
40:50 Competing with Service Providers, Not Just Law Firms
46:37 Networking and Building a Legacy
53:55 Future of Law and Personal Reflections
About our guest:
Andrew Finkelstein, is a managing partner of five law firms (Finkelstein & Partners, LLP; Jacoby & Meyers, LLP; Fine, Olin & Anderman, LLP; Finkelstein, Blankinship, Frei-Pearson & Garber, LLP; and Diller Law, LLP), a noted consumer activist, and accomplished litigator, represents victims in wrongful death and catastrophic personal injury cases. He teaches advanced trial practices at the Trial School and is a frequent lecturer, serving pro bono for a variety of organizations, including the 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund.
Learn more about Chris' practice, the Earley Law Group, here: https://www.chrisearley.com/
Check out Chris' new book "Scaling The Wall" here: https://tinyurl.com/mrxxyv5n
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