Ready to launch your first lawyer podcast? Learn from the best! We collected top 13 legal podcasts for attorneys and law firms. As a bonus you'll get a step-by-step guide and actionable tips on starting your own legal podcast.
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Podcasts have never been more popular, reaching around 44% of Canadians. This makes it a fantastic format for you to share legal industry insight with the masses.
Legal podcasts are great for connecting with other lawyers, too.
You can tune in and learn how to build and market your firm or find common ground with like-minded experts – but what if you’ve never heard a podcast before, or you’d like to try to record your own but don’t know where to start?
We’ve got you covered in both scenarios because we’ve:
Let’s dive in.
Listening to the following lawyer podcasts helps you learn how to build your firm, improve your techniques, and gain insight from other experts.
You might even find one or two you decide to listen to regularly. Let’s tune in.
Hosted by: Yves Faguy
Average episode length: 30 to 60 minutes
Published: Usually twice monthly
Supported by the Canadian Bar Association, Yves Faguy’s podcast is a fascinating deep-dive into our ever-changing society.
Aimed at Canadian lawyers struggling to keep pace with societal and technological changes, Faguy regularly welcomes experts to discuss burning issues affecting law firms and their clients. For example, the rise of artificial intelligence has provided plenty of food for thought.
The show also hosts regular Supreme Court briefings, where listeners can learn about the latest changes at the top of Canadian law.
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Hosted by: The Criminal Lawyers’ Association (hosts vary)
Average episode length: One to three hours
Published: Schedule varies
This legal podcast is one of the most insightful for Canadian lawyers interested in what’s happening at the head of the industry, as it was the first to bring forward Supreme Court oral hearings.
Canada’s Court uploads occasional episodes that dissect court hearings and discuss arguments that unfold within legitimate cases. It’s a must-listen for lawyers who care deeply about how case law affects their day-to-day business.
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Hosted by: Guy Pratte
Average episode length: 40 to 60 minutes
Published: Frequently (no set pattern)
Guy Pratte’s podcast focuses on lawyers’ techniques across various niches and cases. He welcomes distinguished speakers and guests, including psychiatrists, legal partners, actors, and even politicians like former Canadian Prime Minister Brian Mulroney.
His guests talk about what persuasion means to their lines of work and what it takes to transform points of view.
It’s an ideal listen for lawyers and legal scholars fascinated to learn more about how other practitioners handle cases and tackle difficult arguments.
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Hosted by: June Grasso
Average episode length: 30 to 40 minutes
Published: Several times a week
Bloomberg is a household name associated with breaking news in the US and abroad, heading back decades.
June Grasso takes on burning legal topics and important trending news with an impressively quick turnaround. Recently, she’s discussed the continued controversies surrounding the US government and how the law and constitution come into play.
It’s a thought-provoking lawyer podcast to help you keep abreast of US legal news if you don’t necessarily have time to pore through the papers.
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Hosted by: Jared Correia
Average episode length: 30 to 50 minutes
Published: Monthly
Jared Correia’s monthly lawyer podcast casts a practical eye over how to run and grow law firms, specifically bringing on board experienced lawyers to share their own experiences in getting their companies moving in the right direction.
This podcast is professional yet laid-back and insightful. It’s a refreshing change from dry material lawyers might have to sift through daily. It’s an ideal listen for attorneys aiming to grow their firms.
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Hosted by: Michael Mogill
Average episode length: 20 to 60 minutes
Published: Several times a month
Michael Mogill’s legal marketing podcast is another insightful interview-based show – but this particular podcast focuses on how to market a law firm successfully over time. It’s officially the most listened-to growth podcast in the legal industry.
Mogill aims to share insightful stories, techniques, and advice that listeners can take away and try for themselves. It’s a great regular listen whether you’re several years into marketing your law firm or just finishing law school.
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Hosted by: Adriana Linares
Average episode length: 40 to 60 minutes
Published: Monthly
New Solo is a regular show aimed at lawyers who are either striking out on their own or who are in the process of building up their first company from scratch.
Focusing on topics like transitioning between employment and self-employment and learning how to hire the right team, host Adriana Linares welcomes returning guests to share their growth stories and actionable advice that solo legal pros can put into practice.
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Hosted by: John Hinson
Average episode length: 5 to 10 minutes
Published: Several times a month
If you don’t have time to digest legal marketing podcasts because you’re too busy running your firm, John Hinson’s podcast might appeal to you.
The Law Firm Marketing Minute runs for a little longer than the title suggests, but it’s still a highly condensed, straight-to-the-point show that breaks down tips to boost your social media presence, engage more with your audience, and improve your content strategy.
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Hosted by: J. Craig Williams
Average episode length: 30 to 40 minutes
Published: Twice monthly
Lawyer2Lawyer takes a dual role as a news show and a critical analysis platform. Williams welcomes regular guests to dissect some of the biggest legal news across the US, probing into legal decisions that could transform how attorneys handle cases.
It’s one of the most insightful shows on our list and a genuine long-runner. It’s ideal for lawyers who revel in the deep analysis of case law.
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Hosted by: Chad Main
Average episode length: 30 to 50 minutes
Published: Twice monthly
Legal technology is a crucial topic of discussion for attorneys, and with the rise of AI in recent years, there’s plenty for Chad Main and his guests to discuss in their regular podcast series.
Main and his team talk about some of the biggest movers and shakers in legal tech that are helping to transform the way lawyers work and what attorneys can do to adapt to an ever-evolving tech stack.
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Hosted by: Katherine Minarik and Sarita Venkat
Average episode length: 30 to 40 minutes
Published: No longer updated
Heels of Justice was a popular podcast discussing some of the most prominent women in the industry across decades of legal practice.
Hosts Sarita Venkat and Katherine Minarik regularly hosted guests who were trailblazers, inspiring listeners who might feel lost or were struggling in a system weighted against them.
Although the show is no longer updated, its archives remain just as engaging, with useful actionable advice alongside its success stories.
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Hosted by: Jake Sanders and Paul Julius
Average episode length: 20 to 30 minutes
Published: One to three times monthly
This podcast covers various topics important to any lawyer growing their firm, often diving into discussions on marketing branding, management, and developing a business.
What sets LAWsome ahead of the pack is that it doesn’t just benefit lawyers; the show recognizes the importance of all roles in all law firm business models. There’s great advice in this regular show for anyone working behind the scenes at law firms, whether in marketing, client handling, or case building.
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Hosted by: Okeoma Moronu
Average episode length: 40 minutes
Published: No longer updated
Taking a slightly different approach, Okeoma Moronu’s show tackles the complex subject of happiness and mental health in the legal profession and explores ways attorneys can find peace, positivity, and success daily in their legal careers.
Although the show hasn’t been posted since 2019, its archives still resonate. Happy Lawyer’s episodes probe deep into how to overcome psychological barriers to building successful law careers.
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Now that you’ve had a moment or two to listen to some inspiring audio content, it’s time to consider creating a podcast of your own.
Starting a podcast, promoting it, and then sticking to a regular schedule takes time and dedication.
However, the positive effects for your law firm could be extensive, and as a law firm marketing agency, we highly recommend podcasting to all our clients.
In this section, we take you through the following steps of starting and building a law firm podcast:
Let’s dive into how to start a legal podcast.
First, it’s a relatively cheap form of marketing once you’re set up to upload episodes and have the necessary equipment.
Podcasts that are highly specific to the legal industry easily find people invested in what they have to say. You’re niching into a market that’s already warmed up.
Moreover, podcasts are great for broadening your reach and establishing your authority. By recording a podcast on, say, the intricacies of bankruptcy law, you and your team can show your knowledge and how you approach cases before people get in touch.
Finally, consider the referrals you could build with a podcast. It’s easy for people to share your credentials and insight by linking to an episode or two. As a brand-building exercise, podcasts also help make your firm appear more approachable and ensure prospective clients know what to expect.
Now, let’s get into how to start building your law podcast from the ground up.
Start by thinking about why you want to start a podcast. Do you want to:
Think carefully about what makes your firm and idea stand out from others on the market. Use our top 13 from this guide as a launching pad for research.
What value can you bring to your listeners? Maybe they could learn about lesser-known intricacies in immigration law or gain insight into a lawyer’s work in your practice.
Once you have a clear identity and audience, consider how to tie your show into your branding.
A law firm podcast is a marketing tool. Therefore, it pays to ensure your show ties in with your branding so you can stay consistent.
Your branding should be memorable yet applicable to your audience. Think about the type of people likely to listen to and even request your help.
A family law podcast might require a sensitive, laid-back approach. For criminal defense marketing, your brand should be probing, insightful, and confident.
Branding assets matter, too. It’s good practice to work with a graphic designer and/or marketing team who can create banners, front covers, and social media assets. Experts can ensure these assets blend with your existing marketing.
Your show format might cover:
Listen to example episodes from our favorite podcasts listed above and play to your voice and experience. Here’s a quick example of the topics covered in the Law Firm Marketing Minute:
As a lawyer, you might not have any formal experience in presenting, but you could hire someone to help host your show with you.
Unless you have a network to contact (such as via LinkedIn), we recommend using an online co-host directory or matching service to find professionals you can work with.
For example, you could use MatchMaker.FM to find guests.
For permanent or semi-permanent hosts, try browsing Find a Co-Host.
Let’s split this step into four, starting with hosting.
A podcast host is an online platform where you can upload your episodes and share them on various platforms, such as Apple, Amazon, Spotify, and Google.
You can also use feeds from your podcast host to embed episodes directly on your website. That way, you can direct visitors to their preferred podcast distributors.
We recommend looking into top-rated hosts like Podbean, which helps you distribute your shows to the most popular channels.
Investing in a dynamic microphone is recommended for new podcasters because it picks up little background noise.
You might prefer investing in a condenser microphone, which, although sensitive, is highly flexible and among the most affordable.
Alternatively, you can rent podcasting recording studios and spaces as you wish. Naturally, this is much more convenient than running your own studio.
Then, consider your preamp, which connects your microphone to a device. We recommend looking for recording equipment built with podcasting in mind.
Pick up a pair of headphones for you and any guests you want to bring onboard to reduce feedback and background noise.
It’s time to look into software. If you’re recording via laptop or desktop, consider investing in specialized podcasting suites like Zencastr, which help you record and manage audio with podcasting outputs in mind:
Find a recording space
Finally, think about where you want to record your podcast. For vocal recordings, small spaces usually work best. Some amateur podcasters even claim to use closets or their cars to record podcasts in, purely because the acoustics are ideal.
However, we recommend you look into recording in a rented studio space. It’s highly cost-effective because you don’t have to pay to run the studio in-house or employ engineers to maintain it.
You can record a podcast almost anywhere, provided your space is quiet (the smaller the better) and far away from things like AC units and fans.
If you want to grow a law firm podcast, plan your content calendar.
Start by brainstorming ideas and topics of discussion that appeal to you, and come back to your list to flesh out your ideas.
Are there any that could benefit from guest speakers? Perhaps arrange these episodes for later on. Prioritize those you can record right away, either on your own or with someone on your team.
Arrange your calendar at a pace you can feasibly manage. Don’t upload every week unless you can be sure you and your guests have the time and availability to record.
Some shows, like LAWsome, publish a couple of times a month:
Once every two weeks is reasonable. It’s more important to avoid leaving your listeners hanging with zero content updates for months or even years.
Finding guests might be as simple as asking fellow lawyers in your firm to record with you. Alternatively, consider reaching out to other professionals you work with regularly.
It’s important to arrange various guests for interview-style podcasts. Consider reaching out to local professionals in your area who are relevant to your niche.
MatchMaker.FM, as mentioned earlier, is a great resource for finding people who want to be guests on podcasts.
When you get into hosting regular guests, set up a template and offer prospects an idea of what to expect when recording.
Start by downloading a recording suite, such as Audacity for Windows or GarageBand for Mac, both of which are free and easy to start with.
Pat Flynn’s 21-minute video tutorial tells you everything you need to know about recording and editing podcasts in Audacity:
Once your episode’s recorded, it’s time to spruce up the audio quality. Thankfully, you don’t need engineering skills to get into this side of podcasting.
Follow the video above if you wish to use Audacity. Otherwise, consider using GarageBand, Descript, Adobe Audition, or Logic Pro X, all of which legal podcasters use.
Alternatively, some podcasters enlist the services of freelancers to edit episodes through platforms like Fiverr. However, you hire these professionals at your own risk.
Your chosen podcast host likely has some connections with the major players in podcast distribution, such as Spotify and Apple. You ideally need to do some promotion of your own, too.
As part of a social media and content marketing strategy, promote your latest episodes via the channels your audience will most likely use. These could be LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, or even YouTube.
Otherwise, partner with an experienced lawyer marketing and SEO agency such as dNOVO, who can promote and market your podcast for you.
Newsjacking is a marketing trend where brands and businesses piggyback on popular hashtags and breaking stories by adding their input and points of view.
This strategy helps law firms add to stories, thus becoming more authoritative, more visible, and more likely to build audiences.
However, there are also risks. Think carefully about whether or not the stories you’re newsjacking could bring negative attention and send clients running to an alternative legal services provider.
The best way to prepare a podcast for a newsjacking strategy is to look carefully at industry news. Although having a content plan in place is healthy, be prepared to record and release occasional episodes to comment on important stories.
Use online platforms like Google Trends and tap into what people are searching for in your legal niche.
As a lawyer, legal podcasts are likely to appeal to you as both a listener and a learner.
Listening to podcasts within your legal niche gives you extra insight into your industry and even helps you make new connections to build your authority.
The best lawyer podcasts build strong followings and convert listeners into clients.
It’s a great way to show the world who you are and to share your expertise before prospects even pick up the phone.
To save time and effort, consider working with an experienced team of law podcast marketers. When you contact dNOVO, you’re working with a team of digital marketing professionals with years of promotional experience.
If you’re still considering the value of setting up your legal podcast, read our comprehensive guide to law firm growth strategies for more marketing inspiration.
To close, here are some commonly asked questions about creating a lawyer podcast.
Read our complete guide above for more tips.
It can cost between $100 to $500+ to start recording podcasts because you need to invest in hardware and software. You likely need to spend $50+ monthly extra on hosting and ongoing costs. Marketing fees vary, meaning it’s wise to budget for more if possible. In the long term, you make these investments back through new clients.
Provided you don’t infringe on any copyright or break any legal ethics, you have permission to start and run your own podcast in the legal world. Make sure your idea and podcast name are unique, and if you wish to use music, pay for royalty-free audio or hire a freelance composer. Read more about how to establish your podcast branding.
You must ensure your podcast is easy to listen to and all voices are clear. Some studies claim that the crisper the audio, the more likely listeners trust you. However, unless you intend to polish your audio to a broadcasting quality standard, getting your content and hosting down pat is more important.
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