About the show
"Running the Defense" is a podcast about transitioning from lawyer to business owner where we talk about the fundamentals of running a law firm as a business, leadership and team building, creating a differentiated service in a crowded market, and succession.
Host Greg Lois brings unparalleled subject-matter authority and real-world firm leadership experience. His voice resonates with ambitious insurance defense lawyers and emerging firm leaders—making him the perfect guide for a podcast dedicated to building, scaling, and leading the successful defense firm.
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Episodes
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Episode 4: Defining Success: How to Know You’re Thriving in Your Role
August 26th, 2025 | Season 1 | 30 mins 15 secs
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How do you know you’re successful in your role? In this episode, Greg Lois shares the four values that define success at Lois Law Firm—Creativity, Advocacy, Service, and Professionalism—and explains how aligning with them drives growth, fulfillment, and balance. Perfect for attorneys, business owners, and leaders looking to build stronger, more purpose-driven teams.
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Episode 3: Preparing the Next Generation of Leaders
August 4th, 2025 | Season 1 | 28 mins 1 sec
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In this heartfelt and powerful episode, Greg Lois shares why he created this podcast series: to help future law firm leaders avoid the mistakes he made and to guide them in building a stronger, more resilient organization.
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Episode 2: Hiring Right: Building a Law Firm That Lasts
July 22nd, 2025 | Season 1 | 18 mins 24 secs
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In this episode, Greg Lois breaks down why hiring is the single most important decision you make as a law firm leader.
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Episode 1: Scarcity Mindset vs. Strategic Growth: Building Community and Diversifying Your Defense Firm
July 11th, 2025 | Season 1 | 27 mins 59 secs
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"Running the Defense" is a podcast about transitioning from lawyer to business owner where we talk about the fundamentals of running a law firm as a business, leadership and team building, creating a differentiated service in a crowded market, and succession.