The Lawyer Millionaire® Podcast: Business & Financial Planning for Law Firm Owners

Ever looked at your firm’s bank account and wondered, “Where did it all go?” You’re not alone. Many successful law firm owners find themselves working hard, growing business, and bringing in impressive revenue yet they’re still anxiously watching cash flow or worrying about how to make payroll next month. If you’re tired of feeling like you should be richer (even when your numbers say otherwise), this episode of The Lawyer Millionaire Podcast is for you. On this episode, host Darren Wurz welcomes law firm cash flow expert Leah Miller for a refreshingly candid conversation about why so many profitable law firms still struggle with feeling broke. Together, they share stories from their own firms and clients, break down the Profit First system in practical terms, and reveal why it’s not enough to hope your bank balance will always be there when you need it. Leah discusses: Resources: Book: Profit First – Transform Your Business from a Cash-Eating Monster to a Money-Making MachineBook: Buy Back Your Time: Get Unstuck, Reclaim Your Freedom, and Build Your Empire Connect with Leah Miller: leah@lnmfinancial.comFirmly ProfitsLeah (Reid) MillerFirmly Profits Connect with Darren Wurz: Want to work with our team? Schedule an Intro CallThe Lawyer Millionaire WebsiteLinkedIn: Darren P. WurzJoin The Lawyer Millionaire® Community Don’t Miss a Thing! Subscribe to The Lawyer Millionaire® Email List

On this episode, Darren Wurz flips the script on the traditional law firm success story. He argues that the biggest ethical failure isn’t overbilling but failing to run a profitable business. Why? Because profitability is the backbone of a law firm’s stability for you, your team, and your clients. Darren reveals the 4 books that the Lawyer Millionaire community will be reading together in 2026, essential reads designed to help you drive intentional, reliable profits in your law practice. Whether you’re tired of “expensive chaos” or just ready for a smarter, more sustainable way to build wealth, this episode will show you the roadmap—and invite you to a supportive community that’s doing it together. Darren discusses: Resources: Book: Profit First – Transform Your Business from a Cash-Eating Monster to a Money-Making MachineBook: Simple Numbers 2.0 – Rules for Smart Scaling: A Play by Play Analysis for Pure GrowthBook: The Great Game of Business – The Only Way to Run a Company Book: The Road Less Stupid Connect with Darren Wurz: Want to work with our team? Schedule an Intro CallThe Lawyer Millionaire WebsiteLinkedIn: Darren P. WurzJoin The Lawyer Millionaire® Community Don’t Miss a Thing! Subscribe to The Lawyer Millionaire® Email List

On this episode, Darren Wurz sits down with veteran law firm owner Thomas Tona of Tona Law Firm to talk about the mindset and systems that separate entrepreneurial lawyers from those who end up trapped by their own success. Thomas Tona shares why he’s always built his business with an exit in mind and why every law firm owner, no matter their plans, needs to think seriously about succession even while they’re in their prime. Their conversation covers not just the how-to’s of building a sellable firm, but also common myths, mindset shifts, and the real-life stories (both cautionary and inspiring) from the front lines. You’ll get hard-earned advice about scaling your team, investing wisely, and sidestepping the lifestyle traps that can keep you chained to your desk. Thomas discusses: Connect with Darren Wurz: Want to work with our team? Schedule an Intro CallThe Lawyer Millionaire WebsiteLinkedIn: Darren P. WurzJoin The Lawyer Millionaire® Community Don’t Miss a Thing! Subscribe to The Lawyer Millionaire® Email List Connect with Thomas Tona: Thomas TonaTona LawThomas Tona About Thomas Tona: Thomas Tona is the Founder & CEO of Tonalaw. He has over 30 years of experience as a New York State trial attorney, with a career concentration in Plaintiff’s Personal Injury & No-Fault Collections. For the last 23 years, he has cemented his firm’s culture and reputation for excellence, with the consistent pursuit of the firm’s vision of “Fighting for Injured New Yorkers and the Healthcare Providers Who Treat Them”. In addition, he personally manages all of the high-stakes Personal Injury cases involving traumatic brain injuries, wrongful death, catastrophic injuries, falls, trucking accidents, and automobile accidents.

You’ve conquered law school, built a thriving practice, and learned how to win arguments in court. But when it comes to investing your hard-earned money, do you ever feel like the rules are always changing and the risks seem higher than they should be? On this episode, host Darren Wurz dives into why our own … Read More Read More

On this week’s episode of The Lawyer Millionaire Podcast, host Darren Wurz sits down with subpoena specialist Becky Sampson, who shares her incredible story and the game-changing tactics firms are missing when it comes to leveraging subpoenas. Becky reveals how her own legal struggles led to a discovery that transformed her business and could do … Read More Read More

On this week’s episode of The Lawyer Millionaire Podcast, host Darren Wurz sits down with Ryan Mckeen, a veteran law firm owner and respected consultant who’s seen it all. If you’re ready to become a true law firm leader and not just another overworked attorney, this conversation is for you. Ryan shares practical wisdom from … Read More Read More

On this episode, Darren Wurz discusses how lawyers can outperform Wall Street fund managers using a simple index fund strategy. He explains the efficient market hypothesis and modern portfolio theory, emphasizing the importance of diversification and a disciplined investment approach. Darren encourages law firm owners to build a resilient investment portfolio that maximizes returns while … Read More Read More

Even the sharpest lawyers can fall into investing traps. On the latest episode of The Lawyer Millionaire Podcast, Darren Wurz uncovers the hidden psychological reasons why ambitious law firm owners often struggle to build real wealth and how you can avoid those costly mistakes. Darren discusses: Why seeing patterns in the market can backfire (yes, … Read More Read More

You’re a law firm owner and you know how to analyze, pick apart arguments, and see through the noise. But when it comes to investing, does that sharp analytical mind help or hurt your financial future? If you’ve ever caught yourself chasing hot stocks, trying to time the market, or wondering why your portfolio isn’t … Read More Read More

In this episode, host Darren Wurz sits down with Shannon Villalba, a visionary solo attorney who’s revolutionized her practice by integrating custom GPTs – AI-powered “employees” that handle tasks ranging from project management to sales strategy and even culture keeping. Shannon Villalba shares her journey of building a virtual team using custom GPTs in ChatGPT, … Read More Read More

Ever felt like you’re stuck playing catch-up in the quest for high-value clients? Maybe you’ve poured energy into sales tactics, attended dozens of networking events, and still wondered am I connecting the right way, or just blending into the crowd? If you’re a law firm owner who craves not only growth, but genuine relationships that … Read More Read More

Are you running your law firm full-throttle, chasing every breakthrough and trend, sometimes wondering if the noise and hype are leading you toward the future or straight into chaos? On this episode of the Lawyer Millionaire Podcast, we are going back into time to dissect what what Tulip Mania from 1637 can teach modern law … Read More Read More

On this episode, host Darren Wurz sits down with Charles Harris, an accountant who specializes in helping law firm owners get their books and their business on solid ground. If you’ve ever wondered how to sort out your firm’s finances, pay yourself with confidence, and build an emergency fund that lets you sleep at night, … Read More Read More

Are you tired of riding the cash flow rollercoaster in your law firm? Maybe you hold your breath between case settlements, wonder where the money really goes, or feel that familiar stress when your income dips unexpectedly. If so, you aren’t alone and you definitely don’t have to figure this out on your own. On … Read More Read More

Let’s be honest: as a law firm owner, juggling unpredictable cash flow, unexpected expenses, and the pressure of growing both your business and personal wealth can feel overwhelming. If you’ve found yourself swiping your firm’s debit card for groceries one week and dipping into your personal savings to make payroll the next, this episode of … Read More Read More

Running a law firm isn’t just about winning cases or delivering great legal advice. If you’re like most ambitious law firm owners, you went to law school not business school and now find yourself juggling the roles of attorney, CEO, bookkeeper, and more. And let’s be real: that’s overwhelming. On this week’s episode of The … Read More Read More

On this episode of the Lawyer Millionaire Podcast, Darren Wurz discusses the essential steps to building a high-performance team that can help law firm owners buy back their time and scale their businesses. He emphasizes the importance of creating standard operating procedures (SOPs), strategic hiring for A-players, and fostering a culture of feedback and transformational … Read More Read More

On this episode of The Lawyer Millionaire, host Darren Wurz explores practical productivity hacks for law firm owners, emphasizing the importance of time management, delegation, and effective email strategies. Drawing insights from Dan Martell’s book, ‘Buy Back Your Time’, Wurz provides actionable tips on time blocking, batching tasks, achieving inbox zero, and empowering team members … Read More Read More

On this episode of the Lawyer Millionaire Podcast, host Darren Wurz discusses the critical role of an executive assistant in law firms, emphasizing that without one, lawyers often find themselves overwhelmed with administrative tasks. He introduces the concept of the ‘replacement ladder’ from Dan Martell’s book ‘Buy Back Your Time,’ outlining the stages of delegation … Read More Read More

If you’re like most law firm owners, your plate isn’t just full, it’s overflowing. You’re handling everything from client calls to casework to the mountain of admin tasks that somehow never ends. You work hard, but does it ever feel like you’re running out of hours while bigger goals get pushed aside? The truth is, … Read More Read More