Bob Simon, Founder of Justice Team, is challenging the status quo in the personal injury and legaltech space. Through a disruptive approach to firm culture and the creation of Justice HQ, a tech-forward platform designed as an incubator for innovation, he is reshaping how law firms think about competition, collaboration, and community.
A seasoned trial lawyer, Bob transitioned from a traditional “name-on-the-door” practice to building the Justice Team brand, reimagining the modern lawyer’s journey in the process. He combines high-level trial advocacy with a virtual-first operating model that values authenticity and impact over conventional prestige.
In this conversation, we explore:
- How empowerment outperforms control: Why giving lawyers a platform to shine (and even move on) creates a stronger network than hoarding talent.
- The modern tech stack: How to use AI for mailroom automation, CRM for lead tracking, and social media for "grassroots" marketing.
- Trial tactics for the future: A look at virtual trials, VR in the courtroom, and the human element of storytelling.
What is Matters: A podcast from Clio?
In the practice of law, small changes can have a big impact. In ‘Matters’, each episode focuses on one discipline, learning, or lesson for law firms looking to break free of the status quo and transform the practice of law, for good. With actionable advice from practicing attorneys, law firm leaders, and subject matter experts from the worlds of law and business, Matters helps lawyers and legal professionals alike put new strategies and tactics into place that will dramatically impact their law firms.
Matters is a monthly podcast presented by Clio, the world’s leading cloud-based legal technology provider.