- March 31, 2023
- Thomas Tona
- Categories: Podcast
In the latest episode of the Lead Counsel Podcast, Tom Tona, the founder and managing attorney at TonaLaw, shares his incredible journey from growing up in North Babylon to becoming a successful personal injury lawyer and entrepreneur. Inspired by his parents and mentors, Tom discovered his passion for personal injury law and made the transition from practitioner to entrepreneur, building a multi-silo law firm and learning valuable lessons from coaching groups and mentors along the way.
The Good Fight
Growing up in a blue-collar town, Tom was instilled with a strong work ethic and a determination to succeed. This determination was further fueled by his experiences with bullying and his early love for martial arts, which taught him how to fight for people who couldn’t fight for themselves. After realizing that his true passion was entrepreneurship, Tom decided to build a law firm that could provide high-quality legal services at scale.
Why Start a Podcast?
In this episode, Tom shares the story of how he started his own law firm after experiencing an “entrepreneurial seizure.” With the encouragement of his mentor, Don Sullivan, Tom took his personal injury files from his previous law firm and began his own practice. Tom also shares his motivation for starting the podcast: to educate the public about the law, provide valuable insights for entrepreneurial lawyers, and give listeners access to his successful inner circle.
By starting the Lead Counsel podcast, Tom aims to demystify the legal process and help people understand their options in various legal situations. He also hopes to provide valuable information for entrepreneurial lawyers looking to grow their practice and learn from his experiences. Additionally, Tom plans to bring in experts and thought leaders in the legal industry to provide insights and knowledge on various topics.
You’re Going to Want to Stick Around
In summary, Tom Tona’s journey from a small-town upbringing to becoming a successful personal injury lawyer and entrepreneur serves as an inspiration for aspiring lawyers and entrepreneurs alike. His passion for providing high-quality legal services and his commitment to helping others achieve success is truly commendable. If you’re interested in learning more about law, business, and life, be sure to tune in to the Lead Counsel podcast for more insightful discussions and valuable lessons from Tom and his guests.