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124: Practicing Law with Love: A Conversation with Elizabeth Garvish

124: Practicing Law with Love: A Conversation with Elizabeth Garvish

Update: 2025-10-16
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In this transformative episode of the Lead Counsel Podcast, host Tom Tona welcomes immigration attorney, entrepreneur, and visionary law firm founder Elizabeth Garvish of Garvish Immigration Law Group. Tune in as they dive deep into what it really means to run a law firm with love, lead with intention, and build a thriving legal practice while living abroad.

Recently relocating her family to Madrid, Elizabeth shares her incredible journey of stepping into the unknown to pursue a lifelong dream—all while continuing to lead her firm remotely. She and Tom explore topics including:

  • The shift from fear to love as a leadership principle in law and life

  • Building a culture-first law firm focused on happiness and authenticity

  • How meditation, mindfulness, and EO (Entrepreneurs' Organization) changed her approach to entrepreneurship

  • The importance of surrender, self-awareness, and energy alignment for business success

  • How she is disrupting the legal industry with her mission to create "The Happiest Law Firm in America"

Elizabeth opens up about building a team aligned with values, replacing a major corporate client, and embracing the "figure it out" mindset that has guided her through challenges and international transitions. If you're a lawyer, entrepreneur, or leader ready to build a business that reflects your highest self—this episode is your blueprint.

Highlights Include:

  • Elizabeth's journey to Madrid and managing an international law firm

  • The emotional and practical shifts in leading with intention and energy

  • Running an immigration practice with purpose in challenging political climates

  • How meditation and Joe Dispenza's teachings shaped her business decisions

  • Creating deep client impact through vibration, presence, and positivity

  • The future of law as a human-centered, high-vibration profession


    Featured Guests:

    Elizabeth Garvish
    Website: Garvish Immigration Law Group, LLC
    LinkedIn:Elizabeth Garvish


    Your Host:

    Tom Tona
    Founder & Managing Attorney, Tonalaw
    Website: https://www.tonalaw.com
    LinkedIn: Tom Tona
    X: @NYPITrialGuy


    This podcast is sponsored by TonaLaw.

    TonaLaw is not just another law firm. They're defining what it means to fight for their clients. We get a lot of attorney referrals from across the country. We pay fee participation in all jurisdictions where it's permitted. We focus on integrity, innovation and relentless advocacy. TonalLaw is proving that the business of the law can scale without losing its heart. Do you want to see how a modern firm is built for impact and happy client referrals? Check out tonalaw.com mention again the Lead Counsel Podcast and I'm happy to get on the phone with you.

    This episode is also brought to you by Meet Gabbi, the voice AI built for law firms. Gabbi answers your phones 24-7, qualifies leads and books consultations so you never miss another client. Imagine cutting intake time in half or giving every caller a five star experience. That's the power of Meet Gabbi. Learn more at meetgabbi.com mention the Lead Counsel Podcast. You can also hit me up and I'm glad to make an introduction to the owner.

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124: Practicing Law with Love: A Conversation with Elizabeth Garvish

124: Practicing Law with Love: A Conversation with Elizabeth Garvish