Bookshelf
I have written over 20 books for lawyers and business professionals; over 400 articles; and edited 5 books. Click the links provided to access my articles and books for free.
Books
The Associate’s Handbook
I teach you how to improve your writing, business development, litigation skills and trial skills, by developing your imagination, your processes and your storytelling.
The Associate Whisperer
I teach firms how to hire the right associates for them and what they can do to improve the odds of keeping these associates.
Attorney Marketing 101
I, and my co-author, John Remsen, share with you a plethora of tips on attorney business development.
Become Your Own CEO
CEO’s know the importance of strategic planning. Learn to be the CEO of your own life through personal strategic planning.
Be Your Own Life Coach
Life coaches have become popular. You can be your own. This book shows you how.
Checklists for Trial
Confessions of a Latino Lawyer
I share my personal story of being a Latino Lawyer and share my thoughts on how firms can hire and retain diverse lawyers.
Deposition Drills
I show you how to teach deposition skills in such a manner that is memorable, that instills confidence and that works.
From Law School to Litigator
My first book, it teaches brand new lawyers how to transition from law school to a litigation based practice.
The Future of Law
I share my vision for the future of the practice of law, law firms, law schools, the legal sector and business development.
Getting Published for Lawyers
I teach you how to write and get your articles and books published.
Go Motivate Yourself—Stop Chasing Gurus and Do the Hard Work
I teach you how to define your talents, passions and dreams, find where they intersect, and by doing so, define your purpose for your career and your life.
A Guide to Strategic Planning for State and Local Defense Organizations
I, and my co-author, John Trimble, teach voluntary bar associations how to develop and implement a strategic plan.
LinkedIn for Lawyers
I teach lawyers how to make the most of LinkedIn for their careers, their practices and their firms.
The Practice and Process of Law—Checklists for Every Occasion
I share my checklists for every aspect of the law – from pretrial to trial, from soft skills to hard skills, from law firm management to leadership. And I teach you how to create your own checklists for your practice.
Question Everything: Questions Lawyers and Firms Should Ask Themselves
This book provides questions for every aspect of your career and the practice.
Social Media Musings—My Reflections on the Practice and Life
My first collection of LinkedIn posts about the practice, our careers and life.
Social Media Musings—My Reflections on the Practice and Life - Part II
My second collection of LinkedIn posts about the practice, our careers and life.
Social Media Musings—My Reflections on the Practice and Life - Part III
My third collection of LinkedIn posts about the practice, our careers and life.
Strategic Planning for Law Firms
I teach law firms how to develop and implement a strategic plan.
Training Your Law Firm Associates
I teach firms how to develop and implement their own associate training and mentoring programs.
You’re Hired! Job Hunting Advice for Law Students and Young Lawyers
I share my tips on improving your chances of landing the job you want.
Contributions
The Defense Speaks
I edited this book wherein over 70 Florida civil defense lawyers, including myself, shared their experiences and wisdom on defending cases in Florida courts.
Leadership for Lawyers
I edited and contributed to this book that helps lawyers develop their leadership skills to better lead their law firms, companies, voluntary bar associations and non profits.
Owning the Room: Practical Tips and Advice from Some of the FDCC’s Best Public Speakers
I edited and contributed this book that provides tips on public speaking.
The Trial Tactics Defense Manual
I edited this manual focused on preparing for and trying cases from the defense perspective.