In this episode of Power Up Your Practice, host Ruby Powers is joined by Paul Sippil, forensic 401(k) consultant and founder of Paul D. Sippil & Associates. With a mission to uncover hidden fees, eliminate conflicts of interest, and increase transparency in retirement planning, Paul brings a much-needed lens to how law firms can protect their financial future.

🔹 Learn how law firms can leverage the ABA Retirement Funds Program to significantly reduce unnecessary retirement plan fees.

🔹 Understand how overregulation contributes to confusion—and how to navigate it with clarity.

🔹 Explore the long-term impact of hidden fees on your firm’s financial health.

🔹 Gain insight into building a retirement plan that supports both your team and your long-term goals—with transparency at its core.

Whether you're a solo attorney, managing partner, or business owner, this episode will help you rethink how your retirement plan is structured—and how to spot risks before they cost you.

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Prepare to open your mind, be inspired, and power up your practice to the next level.

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In this episode of Power Up Your Practice, host Ruby Powers welcomes Steve Fretzin—business development coach, bestselling author, and host of the Be That Lawyer podcast—to talk about how lawyers can grow their firms by mastering the art of networking and relationship-building.

🔹 Learn how to use CRM tools to build trust and turn connections into clients. 🔹Hear practical tips for building a business-generating practice—without feeling like you're “selling.” 🔹 Explore mindset shifts that help lawyers break through growth plateaus and find their ideal audience.

Whether you're starting out or scaling up, this episode will help you build real traction through consistency, strategy, and the right connections.

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In this episode of Power Up Your Practice, host Ruby Powers sits down with Paul Bamert, VP of Marketing at Case Status. With nearly two decades of experience in delivering software solutions and a passion for enhancing the client experience, Paul shares practical insights on how law firms can elevate client engagement and communications.

🔹 Discover why "engagement" and "experience" are more than just buzzwords—and how they define modern legal service delivery. 🔹 Learn how AI is transforming client communication, breaking language barriers, and driving access to justice in legal practice. 🔹 Gain actionable tips for scaling your law firm while maintaining a client-first approach. 🔹 Explore what lessons from the non-profit sector can be applied to law firm management and client experience innovation.

Whether you're a solo practitioner, firm leader, or legal tech enthusiast, this episode offers fresh ideas on leveraging technology and strategy to meet evolving client expectations.

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In this episode of Power Up Your Practice, host Ruby Powers is joined by returning guest Raquel Gomes, an expert in smart staffing and leadership for law firms. Drawing from her extensive experience working with service-based businesses, Raquel shares strategies that help law firms scale efficiently, overcome resistance to remote hiring, and build high-performing virtual teams.

🔹 Learn key steps to successful delegation in remote teams and how to create a culture of accountability.

🔹 Explore how law firms can streamline intake and client communication with innovative approaches to staffing.

🔹 Understand the mindset shifts needed to embrace smart staffing as a growth strategy.

🔹 Get practical insights to help your firm scale while maintaining high-quality client service.

Whether you're a law firm owner looking to grow or a professional curious about evolving team dynamics, this episode is packed with actionable insights to level up your practice.

📌 Connect with Raquel Gomes: LinkedIn: Raquel Gomes Website: stafi.cc

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🎙️ In this episode of Power Up Your Practice, host Ruby Powers welcomes Kenny Eliason, CEO of Quilia, a company redefining client communication and engagement for law firms. With over a decade of experience in law firms and a transition into tech and marketing, Kenny brings a unique perspective on the intersection of legal operations, technology, and client relationships.

🔹 Discover how social media and digital marketing strategies have evolved over the years—and why staying adaptable is essential for legal professionals.

🔹 Explore why seamless integration between marketing and operational systems can transform law firm efficiency and client experience.

🔹 Learn how Kenny’s journey led him to create Quilia, a tool designed to enhance client communication, streamline case updates, and reduce attorney workload.

🔹 Hear how empowering clients to actively engage with case management systems can reduce miscommunications, improve tracking, and enable firms to focus on delivering legal results.

🔹 Get actionable insights on building proactive marketing strategies that rely on proven methods rather than fleeting trends, and why training legal teams on marketing essentials is a must.

Whether you’re a solo practitioner, a law firm leader, or simply intrigued by how technology is reshaping the legal landscape, this episode offers fresh ideas and proven strategies to power up your practice.

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In this episode of Power Up Your Practice, host Ruby Powers is joined by Jayden Doye, CPA and founder of Prestige Accounting & Consulting, to talk all things tax strategy, financial systems, and profit-focused thinking for law firm owners.

Jayden brings a unique blend of experience and clarity to an area that often overwhelms firm leaders—helping legal professionals take control of their finances, avoid costly mistakes, and build sustainable profitability.

🔹 Discover the most common tax mistakes law firm owners make—and how to avoid them

🔹 Learn why year-round tax planning beats tax prep panic every time

🔹 Understand how mismanaging IELTA accounts can cost you tens of thousands in taxes

🔹 Explore the Profit First method and how it helps create financial discipline

🔹 Get insight on real estate, retirement plans, and separating personal from business finances

Whether you're scaling your firm or just getting your finances in order, this episode is packed with practical, clear advice to help you thrive—not just survive.

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Website: accounting-atlanta.com

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In this episode of Power Up Your Practice, host Ruby Powers is joined by Arvin Saenz, Managing Partner at Saenz-Garcia Law, PLLC. Arvin's journey from Marine Corps veteran to law firm owner is a powerful story of resilience, leadership, and growth. With a background in business, entrepreneurship, and law, Arvin shares valuable insights on what it takes to build and scale a successful law practice.

🔹 Discover the leadership lessons Arvin brought from the military to his law firm.

🔹 Learn how he transitioned from aspiring CPA to law firm owner and serial entrepreneur.

🔹 Hear Arvin's approach to building a values-driven firm and fostering a strong team culture.

🔹 Gain insights into scaling responsibly, learning from failures, and embracing an entrepreneurial mindset.

Whether you're a solo attorney, firm leader, or entrepreneur, Arvin's unique perspective will inspire you to power up your practice and lead with purpose.

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Prepare to open your mind, be inspired, and power up your practice to the next level.

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In this episode of Power Up Your Practice, host Ruby Powers is joined by Damien Riehl, attorney, technologist, and VP of Litigation Workflow & Analytics Content at vLex. With a unique background that bridges software development and legal innovation, Damien brings deep insight into how AI is transforming both the substance and the business of law.

🔹 Learn how recent advancements in AI and large language models (LLMs) are rapidly evolving and reshaping the legal landscape. 🔹 Hear Damien’s perspective on how these technologies are affecting substantive law—from interpretation to legal research and decision-making. 🔹 Explore what AI means for the business side of law: efficiency, access to justice, and redefining legal service delivery. 🔹 Gain actionable insights on how lawyers can embrace AI tools ethically and strategically to power up their practice.

Whether you're a solo attorney, firm leader, or just curious about the intersection of law and technology, Damien’s forward-thinking approach will give you a glimpse into the future—and how to be ready for it.

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