106. David Craig — Impactful Legacy: Building a Firm that Stands the Test of Time

The Game Changing Attorney Podcast with Michael Mogill

"I'd rather lose in a courtroom than a conference room." - David Craig

• After being told he'd never make it to college — let alone law school — how did David prove the naysayers wrong?
• Saying “yes” to trucking meant saying no to other cases. Was there any apprehension to going all-in on trucking?
• What goes into making a great truck wreck trial lawyer?
• Why did David write the book Semitruck Wreck?
• Why is sharing information so important to David?
• What is it like for David to work with his children?

Strength of Character

The bravery to give it your all. Never shying away from a fight. Knowing where you are strong, where you are weak, and when to hire your compliments. The core elements of a great trial lawyer translate to the skills necessary for successful entrepreneurs.

“I think that's one of the keys to success, to realize your strengths and your weaknesses and not kid yourself.” - David Craig

David Craig, managing partner, and founding partner at Craig, Kelly & Faultless, has been fighting for justice since 1985. He’s an educator, public speaker, caring advocate, and author of "Semitruck Wreck, A Guide for Victims and Their Families." A SuperLawyer since 2010, David has been selected as Top 10 Trucking Trial Lawyer by the National Trial Lawyers Association.

Perseverance

Every successful long-term goal — from building a legacy law firm to taking a case to trial — is tumultuous. To successfully navigate the trying times, patience is key. While everyone else looks for a quick fix, maintaining a positive outlook and remembering that some things just take time will gain an advantage. The best relationships with vendors, clients, and even employees are built over time. Learn to trust others and invest in them.

Key takeaways:

• Be grateful but never complacent. Work hard to achieve your goals. Once you reach them, don't rest on your laurels. Keep striving for the next big thing.
• Small is selfish. If you believe in what you do and want to impact more people in your community, you must grow large enough for others to hear your message.
• Judge on character. Access to resources should not determine the level of respect given. Human value is intrinsic.

Links and Resources

• The Game Changing Attorney Podcast
• Michael Mogill Facebook
• Michael Mogill Twitter
• Michael Mogill Instagram
• Michael Mogill LinkedIn
• Crisp Website
• Crisp Facebook
• Crisp Twitter
• Crisp Instagram
• Crisp LinkedIn
• David Craig Website
• David Craig LinkedIn
• Semitruck Wreck

Author

Michael Mogill, Crisp, and David Craig