046: The Star Lawyer to the Stars with Ed Kainen
Personal triumphs and unexpected transformations – that’s the essence of Ed Kainen’s remarkable journey as one of Hollywood’s top family law attorneys.
From his humble beginnings as a criminal prosecutor in Florida to the glitz and glamor of Las Vegas, Ed’s evolution is nothing short of inspiring. He provides insightful reflections about his law practice’s evolution, his unique approach to referral marketing, and his tight grip on managing his practice, finances, and time.
This episode of Great Practice, Great Life® unravels Ed’s encounter with a judge, from whom he learned some life-altering lessons. The influence of his partner, Howard Ecker, also comes into light, painting a vivid picture of how their 17-year-long practice shaped Ed’s career. The sudden split of their partnership brought a wave of emotional upheaval, but it also marked the beginning of Ed’s solo journey. From navigating through the labyrinth of setting up a new practice to dealing with the financial implications, Ed’s experience is an empowering tale of resilience and growth.
Steve also delves into Ed’s smart strategies for building a successful law practice and his approach to family law. His reliance on networking and social groups in transitioning to a successful practice and the significance of time management in his professional journey offers valuable lessons for aspiring attorneys. Discussing the four pillars of a successful law practice – finances, staffing, time management, and marketing – provides a holistic view of Ed’s approach.
Shedding the cloak of preconceived notions and embracing change, Ed’s journey embodies the spirit of perseverance and passion.
In this episode, you will hear:
- Ed Kainen’s career trajectory from a criminal prosecutor in Florida to one of Hollywood’s top family law attorneys
- The life-altering lessons Ed learned from a judge during his career and how his partnership with Howard Ecker shaped his approach to law
- Ed’s transition to a solo practice after a sudden split with his partner and how he navigated through setting up a new practice and dealing with financial implications
- His smart strategies for building a successful law practice and his unique approach to family law and time management
- The four pillars of a successful law practice – finances, staffing, time management, and marketing
- Ed’s reflections on letting go of preconceived notions and embracing change
- How networking and social groups played a significant role in transitioning Ed to a successful practice
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Steve Riley
Certified Practice Advisor & Attorney
Steve Riley has coached attorneys for more than 20 years. His one-on-one coaching focuses on a limited number of top producing attorneys committed to taking their practices to new levels of excellence, profit, and personal success. He also presents at group coaching workshops around the country for individual law firms, state bar associations, and other legal organizations.