309: Tech-Driven Insights from Solo Lawyer Lee Rudin

How can a solo personal injury lawyer run a leaner, more profitable practice without sacrificing client service? Lee Rudin, a New Orleans-based attorney, shares the tech stack and outsourcing strategies that help him do exactly that.

In this episode, you'll discover:

• The tools Lee swears by—like Text Expander, Demands AI, and File Vine—and how they save him hours every week

• How virtual assistants fit into his system and boost efficiency

• His approach to marketing with short-form video and social media to attract ideal clients

Whether you're drowning in admin work or looking to future-proof your firm, Lee’s approach offers a real-world blueprint for using tech to scale smartly.

General Resources

• Lee's Website: https://getrude.com

• Lee's Phone #: 833-GET-RUDE (toll-free number)

• Follow @GetRudeLaw on: Instagram, TikTok, YouTube

Other Resources

• ChatGPT Lab (learn about this weekly workshop)
• Apply to join the ChatGPT Lab (get the most out of your subscription)

• The 80/20 Principle (my techlaw newsletter)
• The 5 Pillars of a Tech-Powered Law Practice
• The Inner Circle (my online community for lawyers)

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