Best Caralee Fontenele Podcasts (2025)

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Why We Moved from LEAP to Clio – Behind the Scenes of Our Practice Management Shift (EP 173) 21:50

5d ago21:50

21:50

In this episode of the Scalable Law Podcast,I’m pulling back the curtain on a major decision at Collective Family Law Group—the migration from LEAP to Clio as the firm’s core practice management system. After 16 years with LEAP, the transition wasn’t taken lightly. I’m sharing why the switch was made, what challenges were faced, and what improvemen…

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Where I’ve Been & What’s Next for Scalable Law in 2025 (EP 172) 10:42

9d ago10:42

10:42

In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain and sharing why the Scalable Law Podcast has been quiet for the past five months. From surprise staff resignations to jumping back into legal files myself, 2025 started off with more chaos than calm. I had to step into my law firm, Collective Family Law, in a much bigger way than planned—which reminded …

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Caralee Fontenele - Law firm owner and Founder of Scaleable Law 44:58

3M ago44:58

44:58

Today, our good friend (and powerhouse business mogul), Caralee Fontenele, joins us on the show. Caralee is the director of Scalable Law, a firm helping lawyers grow their business to new heights. She is also the director of Collective Family Law, founded in 2008. But wait – there’s more. When she isn’t busy running her two firms, Caralee is also a…

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Mollie Tregillis - Coach, mentor, founder, ex-lawyer and corporate executive! 51:42

4M ago51:42

51:42

Our guest this week, Mollie Tregillis, coaches clever women to reconnect with themselves and find their own unique ways to thrive in work and life. Mollie is also a facilitator, strategic advisor, former lawyer, and legal operations director – she’s impressively worn many hats in the last few years, with all of her experience driving her passion to…

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Mastering Client Intake: The Key to Law Firm Growth with Seth Price (EP 171) 41:50

4M ago41:50

41:50

Seth Price is BACK for his second appearance on the Scalable Law Podcast, and this time, we’re diving even deeper into one of the most critical drivers of law firm growth: client intake. Seth founded Blue Shark Digital—a leading digital marketing agency for law firms—and owns a large, multi-state practice with over 100 employees. If you missed his …

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Celeste Norman - Founder of Rayne Legal 48:24

4M ago48:24

48:24

Fractional GCs are the rage right now. My awesome guest this week, Celeste Norman, happens to be one of the best! Celeste owns Rayne Legal, a law firm delivering fractional legal, risk, compliance, and governance to financial services firms. Not just a great lawyer, Celeste deeply understands all commercial drivers of financial services businesses …

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Unlocking Law Firm Growth: Marketing, Hiring, and Scaling with Seth Price (EP 170) 39:24

5M ago39:24

39:24

As we step into 2025, law firm owners everywhere are gearing up for the year ahead—hopefully, with a marketing strategy ready to fuel your growth and success, we’ve got an incredible episode lined up! This week, I’m joined by Seth Price, a true entrepreneur in the legal industry, founder of Price Benowitz LLP (a multi-state law firm with over 100 e…

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3 Mistakes Law Firm Owners Make this Time of Year (EP 169) 10:53

6M ago10:53

10:53

As the year winds down, many law firm owners make critical mistakes that can slow down their momentum for the year ahead. In this episode, I will share the three biggest mistakes law firm owners make during the holiday season—and, more importantly, how to avoid them. If you're guilty of: Calling off the marketing hunt before Christmas. Failing to s…

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From Side Hustle to a Thriving Law Firm: Kirsty Rayner’s Story of Growth and Balance (EP 168) 30:56

6M ago30:56

30:56

In this episode of the Scalable Law Podcast, Caralee sits down with Kirsty Rayner of Rayners Lawyers in Port Macquarie. Kirsty shares her incredible journey from starting her law firm as a side hustle while raising her first baby to building a successful, tech-forward practice in a stunning regional location. Kirsty opens up about: The challenges a…

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From Corporate to Scaling Solo: Josh Watts’ Journey in Law & AI (EP 167) 43:54

6M ago43:54

43:54

In this episode of the Scalable Law Podcast, I had a fab and insightful chat with Josh Watts, founder of Run It By Legal, a commercial law firm specialising in the tech and telco space. Josh shares his unique journey from working in senior corporate roles to starting his own law firm during COVID, despite having been out of legal practice for years…

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Building Your Legacy: Adele Anthony’s Journey from Law School to Thriving Practice Owner (EP 166) 45:34

7M ago45:34

45:34

In this inspiring episode of the Scalable Law Podcast, we welcome my longtime client and friend, Adele Anthony, founder of Your Legacy Lawyer. Adele shares her unique journey of starting her law firm later in life, proving that it’s never too late to follow your dreams. She talks about the freedom she’s created in her practice, her dedication to a …

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From Solo Practice to Thriving Team: Tayla Kilkeary’s Law Firm Growth Journey (EP 165) 28:44

7M ago28:44

28:44

In this episode of the Scalable Law Podcast, I had a fantastic chat with Tayla Kilkeary, founder of Avokah Legal, who shares her inspiring journey from starting a solo practice just two years ago to leading a thriving law firm team. Tayla opens up about her decision to branch out on her own, her smart approach to marketing, and how she’s transition…

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From Employee to Partner: A Journey to Law Firm Ownership with Carley Ronan (EP 164) 33:05

7M ago33:05

33:05

In today’s episode, we’re talking about the unique journey of moving from employee to law firm partner. I’m joined by one of my fabulous Scalable Law clients, Carley Ronan director of Holt Ronan Lawyers, who has transformed her role from a long-term employee to a named partner in her firm. Carley's story is inspiring and shows that there are many w…

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How to Attract Top Legal Talent in a Competitive Market (EP 163) 21:23

7M ago21:23

21:23

The biggest challenge facing law firm owners today—how to attract the right talent! Welcome back to another episode of the Scalable Law Podcast! Today we're taking on one of the biggest challenges facing law firm owners today's competitive market—how to attract and retain top legal talent. Whether you're a solo practitioner looking to hire your fir…

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Stop Complaining About Your Team and Do This Instead (EP 162) 25:32

8M ago25:32

25:32

Welcome back to the Scalable Law Podcast! Today we’re talking about a big topic that I know resonates with so many law firm owners: the struggle with team dynamics. Have you ever found yourself saying, "No one cares as much as I do," or "There are no good team members out there"? If that sounds familiar, this episode is a must-listen! Ready to tran…

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Ready to Take Control of Your Firm's Financial Future? (EP 161) 25:41

9M ago25:41

25:41

Hey there, welcome back to another episode of the Scalable Law Podcast! Today, we’re diving into a topic that so many law firm owners find challenging—setting financial goals. Let’s be honest; managing the business side of your practice can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re wearing all the hats! In this episode, we’re unpacking why setting …

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Unlocking New Opportunities- The Benefits of Adding Your Law Firm to Free Directory Listings (EP 160) 22:11

9M ago22:11

22:11

Welcome back to the Scalable Law Podcast! After a fabulous trip to the US and an inspiring retreat in Fiji, I’m back with fresh insights for your law firm's growth. 🎉 Today, we're diving into a cost-effective strategy many overlook free directory listings. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to expand your client base without a huge budget,…

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Does Your Firm Need More Clients? Do This One Thing! (EP 159) 24:43

9M ago24:43

24:43

Welcome back to another episode of the Scalable Law Podcast! Today we’re taking on one of the biggest challenges law firm owners face: attracting more clients. If you’ve been pouring time and money into marketing efforts but aren’t seeing the results you hoped for, you’re not alone. The problem might not be your budget or your effort—it’s your mess…

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Nobody Ever Changed The World By Staying Quiet with Sally Prosser 45:27

10M ago45:27

45:27

Meet voice coach and public speaking sensation, Sally Prosser. Sally’s mission is simple: to help business owners find their authentic voice, speak with confidence, and land their message clearly. With several impressive qualifications, including a licentiate diploma in speech & drama teaching, and a bachelor of laws and media communication (majori…

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How to Maintain Your Law Firm’s Reputation with a Remote Team (EP 158) 20:13

10M ago20:13

20:13

Welcome back to another episode of the Scalable Law Podcast! I'm thrilled to have you here today as we dive into the final instalment of our three-part series on running a remote law firm. If you haven't listened to the previous episodes on How to Keep Your Law Firm Safe From Data and Confidentiality Breaches and How To Prevent Anxiety About Team P…

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How To Prevent Anxiety About Team Productivity and Accountability (EP 157) 21:17

10M ago21:17

21:17

Welcome back to another episode of the Scalable Law Podcast! As you're listening, I am probably enjoying a little holiday in the US, exploring California, Nevada, and New York. It's a refreshing change from the winter cold here. But let’s dive into today’s episode, which continues from last week's discussion. Continuing Our Series on Remote Teams L…

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Look Good, Feel Good - Elevating Business with Incredible Imagery That Comes From the Heart with Kate Karanges 52:23

10M ago52:23

52:23

If done well and from an authentic place, imagery can completely change the perception and success of your business. Today, we host the brilliant Kate Karanges, owner of imagery and production agency The Latest. For full disclosure, Kate has taken our images for the last few years – and has also worked with our clients – so we know how significant …

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How to Keep Your Law Firm Safe From Data and Confidentiality Breaches (EP 156 ) 23:54

10M ago23:54

23:54

Welcome back to another episode of the Scalable Law Podcast! Last week I had the honour to be one of the expert speakers together with Adriano Famularo on Clio’s Free Webinar: Remote Law Firm Essentials to Maximise Efficiency, Security, and Scalability. Don't worry! You can still catch up on all the valuable insights by clicking the link here. So, …

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How to Create Brand Authority in Your Law Firm with this One Content Strategy (EP 155) 20:41

10M ago20:41

20:41

Hello and welcome back to another episode of the Scalable Law Podcast! I am so glad that you are here. Today, I'm preparing a masterclass for those in the Scalable Business Lounge about how to market your law firm effectively for free. This got me thinking about diving deep into content marketing for law firms—what it is, how it can benefit you, an…

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LinkedIn Secrets to Growing a Successful Firm with John Farren 40:53

10M ago40:53

40:53

Meet John Farren, Partner and Co-Founder of Farren McRae Workplace Lawyers & Consultants – and one of the very best lawyers on LinkedIn! As a leading employment lawyer, John saw the opportunity LinkedIn presented to build relationships and leverage his time. Since then, he has made LinkedIn central to his business success. John has quite the story,…

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Eliminating Time Wasters in Your Law Firm (EP 154) 17:46

11M ago17:46

17:46

Welcome to another episode of the Scalable Law Podcast! Today, I'm inspired to talk to you about client onboarding and the onboarding process from that initial appointment or call through to the initial appointment, and how you can get it working in a way that the conversion rate is higher. So, how do you avoid that and make the sales process more …

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Grow your business with online advertising - Key insights from a leading advertising agency 53:08

11M ago53:08

53:08

How come some businesses can scale, and others can’t? Have you thought about advertising, but found it all too complex? On today’s show, I sat down with Lauren Swidenbank, Founder of Cali Social and owner of Collabosaurus. Lauren is truly a guru of all things online advertising, so I was excited to pick her brain on your behalf over Google Ads, Met…

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Why I went to the Philippines (EP 153) 19:20

11M ago19:20

19:20

Welcome back to another episode of the Scalable Law Podcast. I'm Caralee, and I'm so glad that you're here. No matter where you are tuning in from, it's awesome to have you with us. I've just returned from an amazing adventure in the Philippines, where I got to meet my incredible team. It was such an awesome experience, and I can't wait to share al…

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Building incredible teams - The power of amazing culture with Leanne Hughes 38:56

11M ago38:56

38:56

Meet Leanne Hughes, self-proclaimed ‘thought breeder’; successful business strategist, author and podcaster! Leanne’s biggest focus? To have a great business, you need a great team – and Leanne is an expert in helping grow them. With a background in psychology, and experience working for a range of organisations; Leanne set out on her own as a cons…

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Solopreneur Success Secrets - How to Make the Most of Every Opportunity 56:49

11M ago56:49

56:49

Meet Steph Taylor, self-confessed corporate dropout turned online business entrepreneur. Steph is part of the Hubspot network; and the host of the Imperfect Action podcast, with over 800 episodes recorded. So what does she actually do? Well, in a nutshell, Steph helps her clients build reliably profitable online businesses so they can spend less ti…

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Your Personal Brand is Your Super Power - How Expert Professionals Can Find Their Flavour 54:21

12M ago54:21

54:21

Today’s smiling guest is the one and only Jason Malouin. Jason is a creative wizard, founder and incredible portrait photographer at Super Power Portraits. He also happens to be all around one of the most infectiously positive people I know. With his incredible energy and commitment to insanely good photos, Jason helps his clients show up at the to…

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Organic Social Media Isn’t Dead - What Professional Firm Owners Need to Know in 2024 46:31

12M ago46:31

46:31

Meet Ella Doyle, social media expert and founder of Social Cut agency. Ella may not have intended on being an agency owner, but that’s what happened after she was begged to help with a friend's social content over 8 years ago. Can you build a successful agency by accident? Yes! Are there still heaps of opportunities to grow your business using cont…

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Three Problems Most Law Firms Have and The Solutions (EP 152) 21:41

12M ago21:41

21:41

Welcome back to another episode of the Scalable Law Podcast! I'm so glad you're here with me today. I just returned from an incredible week in Fiji following the Law BizCon conference! Whether you were there or not, let me tell you, it was a transformative experience for many attendees. One of the delegates described it as absolutely transformation…

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Dan Mackay and Michael Chapman 47:02

1y ago47:02

47:02

It's our last podcast episode of the current season! This week, we're joined by Dan Mackay and Michael Chapman from Melbourne-based firm Mackay Chapman. Mackay Chapman are high-stakes regulatory, financial services, insolvency and complex disputes lawyers – and they also happen to be two of our long-term, ongoing clients (and friends in business). …

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Summary of The Future of Legal Business - The Macquarie Bank 2024 Report (EP 151) 18:31

1y ago18:31

18:31

In today's episode, we're diving into the transformative insights from the "Law 2024" report by Macquarie Business Banking. As we approach Law Biz Con, it's crucial to discuss how these trends reshape the landscape for Australian law firms, especially those employing small law firm marketing strategies. Key Insights from Law 2024: Technological Inn…

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Brad Turville - Founder of Turville Advisory 52:59

1y ago52:59

52:59

Brad Turville is a strategic advisor who works with business owners to better manage, grow and exit their business – something he successfully did himself before showing others how to do the same. Recently, his work has a specific focus on strategic planning and financial management consulting. Brad’s portfolio is impressive, with experience in run…

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Tyrone Dutt - Empire Law 49:41

1y ago49:41

49:41

Tyrone is an expert in Australian estate planning and wealth protection. He founded firm Empire Law with the goal of helping Australians protect their businesses and secure their wealth so that they may leave a legacy behind for their families. His passion for estate planning and belief that tailored estate planning isn’t exclusively for the rich a…

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