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AI-Powered Lawyering: How Jonathan Lomurro is Reinventing the Modern Law Firm (Ep. 115)

AI-Powered Lawyering: How Jonathan Lomurro is Reinventing the Modern Law Firm (Ep. 115)

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With AI dominating the headlines, it’s easy to feel unsure: Is this another fleeting trend, or the key to scaling your firm and building real, lasting wealth? If you’ve asked yourself, “How do I avoid being left behind while making smart, profitable choices for my practice?”—you’re not alone.

On this week’s episode of The Lawyer Millionaire Podcast, we welcome Jonathan Lomurro, a nationally recognized trial attorney and true legal tech trailblazer. Host Darren Wurz and Jonathan get real about what it takes to embrace AI (without compromising your integrity or your clients’ trust), sharing hard-won lessons from the courtroom and the boardroom alike.

Darren and Jonathan discuss:

  • The major cultural barriers that is slowing down the adoption of AI in law firms.
  • The role of AI as a strategic assistant not a replacement for critical human expertise.
  • How to ensure your client data and reputation is protected while using AI tools.
  • How judges are using AI to tackle case backlogs and drive faster decisions.
  • Legal processes and workflows that are ripe for AI-powered improvement?

 

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From Rock Bottom to $5M+ Law Firm: Heather O’Connor’s Purpose-Driven Family Practice (Ep. 114)

From Rock Bottom to $5M+ Law Firm: Heather O’Connor’s Purpose-Driven Family Practice (Ep. 114)

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If you’re a law firm owner striving to build not just a profitable practice, but one with real impact and staying power, this episode of The Lawyer Millionaire Podcast delivers both inspiration and actionable strategy.

Darren Wurz sits down with guest Heather O’Connor shared how her $5M+ family law firm grew by focusing on something most firms overlook: purpose-driven innovation. By hiring team members with personal connections to divorce and offering clients access to a complimentary life strategy coach, Heather transformed not just her firm’s results, but her clients’ lives as well.

Heather discusses:

  • The importance of aligning your business with your passion and purpose.
  • Building a law firm culture centered on transformation, not just transactions
  • Leveraging holistic client support, including providing a full-time life strategy coach.
  • How to manage your team effectively.
  • Investing in your growth and surrounding yourself with the right mentors.

 

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O’Connor Family Law

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Should You Really Hire a Financial Advisor? (Ep. 113)

Should You Really Hire a Financial Advisor? (Ep. 113)

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On this episode, host Darren Wurz gets candid about the real-world pros and cons of hiring a financial advisor—especially for independent, high-achieving attorneys and law firm owners. No sales pitch. No jargon. Just honest perspective from someone who’s seen it all (the good, the bad, and the “I really wish you’d called me sooner”).

Darren breaks down why so many lawyers choose the DIY route, the hidden costs of going it alone, and how professional advice might be the leap from “just getting by” to lasting wealth. He also shares exactly what to look for (and what to run from) when choosing an advisor, plus the red flags that could cost you big time.

If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Do I need a financial advisor?”—or felt a twinge of shame or hesitation around your money management—you’re not alone. This week on The Lawyer Millionaire Podcast, we’re cutting through the noise to help you make the smartest call for your future.

Darren discusses:

  • DIY vs, Delegating: Understand when managing your own finances makes sense- and when it may actually be holding you back.
  • The top reasons lawyers hesitate to seek professional financial help and how to overcome them.
  • The essential qualities of a trustworthy financial advisor.
  • How having external accountability can change your approach to saving, investing, or setting financial goals?
  • What top attorneys and world class athletes have in common?
  • The red flags to watch out for when choosing a financial advisor.

 

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The Wealth Secret No One Talks About–Make Saving a Bill (Ep. 112)

The Wealth Secret No One Talks About–Make Saving a Bill (Ep. 112)

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For most law firm owners, managing unpredictable income and the never-ending demands of the practice often means that saving becomes an afterthought. You might find yourself waiting for a “good month” or hoping there’s something left over at the end, only to realize those moments are rare.

On this episode, Darren lays out the psychological and practical barriers facing law firm owners when it comes to saving. Most of us prioritize immediate needs—firm expenses, payroll, and recurring bills—while treating savings as optional. However, your future self has real, unavoidable bills coming: healthcare, retirement, family obligations, and more.

By making savings as mandatory as rent or mortgage payments, you build a habit that removes emotion and inconsistency from your financial life. Darren doesn’t just talk theory—he provides direct examples from his own experience and those of his clients, and recommends straightforward tools to make saving automatic and sustainable.

 

Darren discusses:

  • The psychology behind making savings a priority.
  • How to overcome the hurdle of irregular income.
  • Why law firm owners struggle with savings?
  • Practical strategies for automating your savings.
  • The downside of treating savings as an afterthought
  • The importance of paying yourself first, in business and personal finances.
  • How smart banking tools can transform your financial future.

 

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Tax Strategies, Business Lessons, and Law Firm Ownership with Tyler Dahl (Ep. 111)

Tax Strategies, Business Lessons, and Law Firm Ownership with Tyler Dahl (Ep. 111)

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Are you a law firm owner looking for smart tax strategies and proven business tips? In our latest episode of The Lawyer Millionaire Podcast, host Darren Wurz sits down with Tyler Dahl, founder of Dahl Law Group, to break down powerful tax tactics, estate and succession planning essentials, and law firm growth lessons every attorney should know.

Darren and Tyler discuss:

  • Why sticking with a sole proprietorship can seriously hurt your bottom line?
  • The impact of changing administrations and political climate on tax policy.
  • Simple strategies to boost your firm’s wealth.
  • Why 15% of tax returns prepared by professionals contain costly errors.
  • The role of technology in running an efficient and successful law firm.
  • The importance of succession planning.

 

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The Power of Tracking Your Spending: The Key to Unlocking Wealth (Ep. 110)

The Power of Tracking Your Spending: The Key to Unlocking Wealth (Ep. 110)

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Attention, law firm owners. Are you noticing your profits slipping away each month with no clear explanation? This is a common concern among law firm owners, but the path to clarity and control is simpler than you might think.

Darren shares practical, real-life examples and tools that have empowered law firm owners to turn their financial situations from strained to successful. By adopting strategic spending habits, you can avert unexpected financial pitfalls and direct funds toward meaningful objectives, propelling you toward financial independence.

Darren discusses:

  • Find hidden wealth in your budget and redirect it towards your goals! 🎯
  • How small expenses accumulate rapidly
  • Why most people underestimate their spending?
  • Simplify discipline with tech tools that make tracking your spending effortless. 📱
  • Why you need to review your weekly spending?
  • A transformative case study highlighting the journey from financial mess to financial success.

 

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The #1 Wealth-Building Rule Attorneys Ignore (Ep. 109)

The #1 Wealth-Building Rule Attorneys Ignore (Ep. 109)

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For many law firm owners, achieving financial independence isn’t just about generating a high income; it’s about how you manage what you earn. Are you unconsciously sabotaging your wealth-building efforts by letting lifestyle inflation creep up on you? In this week’s episode of The Lawyer Millionaire Podcast, host Darren Wurz invites you to reconsider the foundation of your financial strategy with a focus on a crucial yet often ignored rule: Spend less than you make.

Darren discusses:

  • How to combat lifestyle creep.
  • The golden rule of financial success.
  • Differences between real wealth and perceived wealth.
  • Why you don’t need to build an 8 figure law firm to become a multi-millionaire.
  • How to automate your savings as a non-expendable expense.
  • Common societal pressures that encourage increased spending, and how can lawyers combat these pressures effectively?

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How Much Do You Really Need to Achieve Financial Independence (Ep. 108)

How Much Do You Really Need to Achieve Financial Independence (Ep. 108)

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As a law firm owner, achieving financial independence isn’t just a daydream—it’s a strategic goal that can empower you to choose how you work, live, and grow your practice.
But how do you pinpoint the magic number that signifies you’ve reached this sought-after milestone?
On the latest episode of “The Lawyer Millionaire Podcast,” host Darren Wurz dives into the heart of financial independence, targeting the age-old question: “How much do I really need to achieve financial freedom?”

Using relatable stories and pragmatic advice, Darren illustrates the pathway to determining your ideal financial target. He simplifies financial concepts, like the 4% rule, and lays out strategies to reach your goals, making this episode a crucial listen for those committed to maximizing wealth.

Darren discusses:

  • The benefits of joining “The Lawyer Millionaire” book club.
  • How to define your financial goal and take actionable steps today to realize it.
  • The secret to FU money revealed.
  • Exploring the magic of the 4% rule and learning how to set your financial goals with precision.
  • Define your ideal balance between work and personal life during your financial planning.
  • Long term investment secrets from Warren Buffett.

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Lessons on Growth from Inc 5000 Law Firm Owner Eric Toscano (Ep. 107)

Lessons on Growth from Inc 5000 Law Firm Owner Eric Toscano (Ep. 107)

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Hello, ambitious law firm owners! Have you ever felt overwhelmed by the daily grind of running a practice? You’re not alone. Scaling a law firm isn’t just about piling on more cases; it’s about creating a thriving team and building a sustainable, wealth-generating business. In our latest episode of “The Lawyer Millionaire Podcast,” we welcome Eric Toscano, the founder and CEO of Tenant Law Group. Eric has transformed his firm from a solo operation to one of the fastest-growing law firms in the U.S., and he’s here to share the secrets of his incredible journey.

Eric discusses:

  • KPMG’s entry into the legal industry and its possible implications.
  • The importance of having a clear vision for your firm.
  • How to attract and retain the right talent by aligning hiring practices with your firm’s core values.
  • Why scaling is all about strategy, not just more clients.
  • Overcoming perfectionism and the fear of delegation.
  • The benefits and potential drawbacks of specializing in a niche area for a law firm?

 

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Eric brings more than twenty years of entrepreneurial and legal experience to his role as Chief Executive Officer of Tenant Law Group, a law firm recognized by the San Francisco Business Times’ as one of the Fastest Growing Private Companies in the Bay Area in 2024; by Law Firm 500 for the past five years as among the 100 fastest growing law firms in the United States; by Inc. 5000 in 2022 and 2024 as one of the fastest growing privately held companies in the United States; and by Great Place to Work® every year since 2021 as a Great Place to Work.  In less than nine years, Eric has grown Tenant Law Group from a de facto solo practice to the largest law firm in California (and possibly in the United States) dedicated exclusively to the representation of tenants.

Named a Super Lawyers® Rising Star every year from 2015 to 2019, and a Northern California Super Lawyer® every year since 2021, Eric is passionate about entrepreneurship, trial advocacy, and social justice. Although he was a practicing attorney in the firm from 2016 to 2020, he now dedicates 100% of his time to running the firm.

As Chief Executive Officer, he focuses primarily on leading a team of nearly fifty legal professionals, recruiting and retaining top legal talent from around the world, attracting and onboarding new clients, building the firm’s technological infrastructure, overseeing all firm finances, and continuing to scale the firm to serve approximately 17 million California renters.

Born in the South Bay and raised in the Central Valley and Wine Country, Eric earned an undergraduate degree in economics from Stanford University, where he was active in Stanford Student Enterprises (a student entrepreneurship organization); studied overseas in Florence, Italy for a quarter; and played on the Stanford Rugby Team.

Before attending law school, Eric spent three years living in Italy. There, he founded an English school (The English Language Institute of Montebelluna) in Montebelluna, Italy, and launched an online company helping people with Italian ancestry become recognized as Italian Citizens (Italian Citizenship & Genealogy Services).

He earned his law degree from UC Davis School of Law, where he was Student Bar Association President, a member of the Moot Court Board, and one of ten students in his class selected for membership in The Order of Barristers, a national honor society dedicated to excellence in oral advocacy. During law school, Eric also worked as an intern in the Government Division of the Office of the City Attorney of San Francisco, and as a judicial extern to the Honorable Morrison C. England, Jr. of the United States District Court for the Eastern District of California.

After law school, he spent two and a half years working on behalf of large technology companies as a patent litigator for an international law firm. Although he found the work interesting, he was frustrated by the lack of trained management and clear expectations (beyond billable hours) and by a culture he felt was driven by organizational hierarchy and office politics.

When he founded Tenant Law Group (originally, Toscano Law Group) in January 2016, his goal was to build a different type of law firm: one that encouraged critical thinking and innovation; that focused on the personal, professional, and financial growth of its team members; that operated by clearly documented policies, systems, and procedures; that offered a positive, supportive environment and took no team member for granted; and that was committed to growing rapidly to serve an expansive and underserved clientele (tenants).

While an attorney at Tenant Law Group, Eric dedicated 100% of his practice to tenant rights. He defended tenants in unlawful detainer (eviction) proceedings and pursued affirmative matters against landlords on behalf of tenants arising out of illegal evictions from rent-controlled apartments, harassment, defective conditions and repair issues, rodent and other pest infestations, floods, and fires.

Eric has given back to the legal community through his involvement with the Bar Association of San Francisco (BASF), San Francisco’s Eviction Defense Collaborative, and his alma mater, UC Davis School of Law (King Hall). He served on BASF’s Barristers Club’s Board of Directors for two years (and as Board Vice President for one of them); and was named a 2014 Barrister of the Year. From 2015 to 2019, he served on the Board of Directors of the Eviction Defense Collaborative, a San Francisco nonprofit that helps low-income tenants fight unlawful detainer (eviction) lawsuits. Since April 2020, he has served on King Hall’s Alumni Association Board of Directors, and is currently serving his second three-year term. He routinely returns to King Hall as an alumni panelist for the school’s Legal Research & Writing and Lawyering Process courses. He has also spoken to students at UC College of the Law (formerly UC Hastings) about entrepreneurship and tenant rights law.

Outside of work, Eric enjoys spending time with his wife and two young sons, visiting his family in the Wine Country, traveling, camping, training for half marathons, and volunteering as Cubmaster for his older son’s Cub Scout Pack. He speaks fluent Italian, conversational Spanish, and some French.

Hobbies & Activities:

  • Hiking
  • Star Wars
  • Training for marathons

 

 

 

 

 

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Passion Meets Prosperity: Eric Gang’s Path to a Thriving Veteran’s Law Practice (Ep. 106)

Passion Meets Prosperity: Eric Gang’s Path to a Thriving Veteran’s Law Practice (Ep. 106)

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If you’re a law firm owner, you know how easy it is to get bogged down in the daily grind. Balancing business operations with your passion for practicing law can sometimes feel like a tightrope walk. But what if you could align your work with your deepest sense of purpose and see not just professional success, but also personal fulfillment? This is exactly what Eric Gang, a veterans’ disability attorney, achieved, and on our latest episode of The Lawyer Millionaire podcast, he shares his remarkable journey.

Host Darren Wurz sits down with Eric Gang, who almost walked away from law entirely. Instead he found his niche in veterans’ disability law, a field that not only reinvigorated his passion for law but also transformed his business into a thriving practice. Eric talks candidly about his struggles, triumphs, and the invaluable lessons learned along the way. He also delivers key insights into the operational and financial aspects of running a successful law firm, offering advice that any law firm owner can relate to and learn from.

Eric discusses:

  • How to connect your work with your purpose.

  • Why he focused on veteran disability niche?

  • The growth challenges he faced and how he overcame them.

  • The importance of financial planning.

  • Why you need to surround yourself with skilled individuals?

  • Lessons learned from the psychology of money.


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About our guest:

As founding partner at Gang & Associates, Eric Gang’s service-focused approach and strategic vision have produced the nation’s premier firm for veterans’ disability law, serving veterans and their families across the country. Having practiced law for over 25 years, Eric has litigated more than 1,000 appeals at the U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims, winning some of the largest VA awards on record. He attributes his long-standing reputation as an aggressive and tenacious veterans’ advocate to his being raised in a large and competitive family, instilling a balance of diligence, dedication, compassion, and respect.

Eric is renowned for his calculated representation of veterans with complex VA claims and appeals involving PTSD, traumatic brain injury, and other psychiatric illnesses. His high-level advocacy results from a deep understanding of the interrelationship between psychological and physical illness in veterans. With a noted wealth of medical acumen, Eric’s ability to apply the interrelationship between body systems in the legal setting has allowed him to develop strategic pathways to victory in cases that VA has repeatedly denied for decades. Simply put, Eric’s team wins cases others deem impossible.

Outside of law, Eric is an avid adventurer and explorer. He is married and has four children.

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