Transform Your Law Practice with Technology

Join other thoughtful lawyers looking for more simplicity, flexibility, and freedom.

Harnessing technology is an ongoing process because it’s constantly developing —and doing so at an increasingly rapid pace.

If you want help with this process, then the Inner Circle will serve you well.

👨🏻‍💻 How to get started

1. Take the short tech assessment, which will help me understand your current use of technology and immediate goals for improvement.
2. Receive a personalized evaluation: Afterwards, I’ll send a video with specific recommendations for improvement based on your current level of tech proficiency, and the goals that are most important to you now. Then you can..
3. Join the Inner Circle: And gain access to all the special resources right away.

Are you ready?

To learn more about the Inner Circle and its benefits, read on.

Why Join?

The legal profession is about more than just the law—it now requires us to master the tools and strategies that allow us to work smarter.

The Inner Circle community is a group of thoughtful folks who want more freedom, flexibility, and simplicity in their lives. Technology can help, but we must use it sensibly and strategically.

Joining the Inner Circle is an important step in that direction.

Two Member Levels

1. Inner Circle (basic level)

• Twice Monthly Zoom Calls: Engaging discussions on topics like automation, GenAI, outsourcing, online marketing, and cybersecurity.
• Weekly Posts: Get the latest insights and practical tips that will immediately benefit your practice.
• Online Courses: Curated resources on Paperless Lawyering, Top Tech Tools, and ChatGPT for Lawyers.
• Community: Forge connections with other thoughtful folks who have similar goals and challenges.

2. Co-Pilot (advanced level)

For those who want even more, Co-Pilot offers deeper engagement:

It includes all the Basic Level Benefits: Plus…

• Access to Zoom Recordings: Benefit from the sessions you weren’t able to attend (or revisit them if you want).
• Weekly “Coffee Hour”: Informal  Zoom discussions held every Friday morning at 10 am CST.
• Additional Courses: Unlock special resources on a variety of topics.

What results can you expect?

Here’s what members say…

• Darlene Daniele:

“Helped me to go paperless. And I now feel completely liberated.”

• Jeff Lewis:

“My team was able to follow our systems to bring in four new matters, and get court filings done, all in my absence. I really appreciate all that I’ve been learning in this program.”

Uncommon Expertise

• D. Todd Smith:

“Ernie pioneered paperless practice and influenced my thinking when I started my own firm. He always has his eye on how lawyers can better use technology to improve their practices and lives.”

• David Hoyt:

“Ernie provides practical, current advice and roadmaps based on decades of experience with the practice of law and the use of technology and systems.”

Community Support

• Elizabeth Larrick:

“I wanted to learn new ways to improve my business. and this has 110% delivered what I was looking for. I really appreciate being updated on AI insights for lawyers.”

• Joe O’Keefe:

“The Inner Circle helps by giving me access to like-minded lawyers and also a forum to learn, chat, and discuss ideas for improving my law practice.”

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FAQs

1. What’s the basic difference between Inner Circle and Co-Pilot?

Inner Circle offers essential resources and community support for $250/year. Co-Pilot, at $159/month, provides deeper engagement with additional courses, more frequent content, and exclusive access to recordings and office hours.

2. Is this like a Facebook group?

Yes and no.

It’s similar in that there’s an online space you log into with a password, where you can see posts from other members, comment on them, and create your own posts–including links, images, and videos. You can also search for older posts that may be of interest, even if they were published before you joined.

It’s NOT like a Facebook Group

The platform we use, Circle, is designed for higher level community engagement–an important distinction. While Facebook groups are easy, free, and widely used, they come with trade-offs, particularly regarding privacy. Facebook’s business model involves collecting and sharing data with advertisers, which I prefer to avoid.

Privacy is a top priority

I invest in hosting our community on Circle because it prioritizes privacy, both for you and for me. Beyond privacy, Circle offers several key benefits:

• • The ability to host online courses with features tailored for educational content.
  • Separate spaces for different topics, allowing for more organized and focused discussions.
  • Flexible access options, so members only pay for what they specifically want.
  • The ability to monitor (anonymously) engagement with posts and courses to enhance the community experience.
  • Easy event management, allowing members to RSVP and receive notifications automatically.

These features make Circle a superior platform for our community, even if it means we may not attract those who prefer Facebook. The Inner Circle isn’t for everyone, but I hope it’s the right fit for you.

3. Is there a satisfaction guarantee?

I don’t typically offer refunds, but I provide a 30-day guarantee for the $250/year basic level to ensure you feel confident in your decision.

4. Can I take the tech evaluation without joining

Sure, go for it. If you’re willing to invest 5 minutes answering the form questions, I’m up for helping you figure out how to improve. I’ll send you my recommendations within a day or two after you fill out the assessment.

5. What if I’m not ready to join just yet?

You can take as much time as you need to decide if this program is right for you and you can schedule a 15-minute call with me if you want to discuss anything about the program.

6. Can I join if I’m not a lawyer?

Absolutely! Most members are lawyers but some are not and that’s fine. The thing that matters most is being interested in using technology better. We all help each other and benefit from the mutual support. If that’s something you’re interested in then you’ll fit right in.