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This Legal Life: Lessons Learned from a Life in LegalPlaying the Long Game: Scott Oliver on Niching Down, Building Up, and Owning Your Legal PathIn this episode of This Legal Life, host Ben Chiriboga sits down with Scott Oliver—Partner at Lewis Kappes, educator, and SBA Closing Attorney—to explore what it means to build a legal career with intentionality and direction. From publishing content as a first-year associate to leading a national lending practice, Scott shares how focusing deeply on a niche, nurturing authentic relationships through LinkedIn, and playing the long game helped him grow from junior lawyer to practice leader.Together, they discuss business development as a young associate, the underrated power of networks, scaling with purpose, and why bett...2025-06-2337 min
The BDO ShowOur First Lawyer! Loan Closing Secrets REVEALED feat. Scott Oliver | Ep. 58Welcome back to The BDO Show—where loan closings get real, F reorgs get explained (sort of), and we finally give some love to the legal eagles! Ever wonder what really happens once a loan hits the closing stage? Or why your attorney is suddenly talking about "F reorgs" like it's the latest dance craze? This episode, we pull back the curtain on the lender-legal relationship with special guest Scott Oliver of Lewis Kappes. Join Emily Detour, Sterling Birdsong, and Ryan Kroge as they dive into: The lifecycle of a loan, from BDO hustle to...2025-05-0533 min
My SBA Loan Pro PodcastSBA Loan Legal Closing Process with Attorney Scott Oliver | Ep. 10 | My SBA Loan Pro PodcastJoin Ryan Smith, Principal and Founder of ThinkSBA and Attorney Scott Oliver with Lewis & Kappes as they delve into the intricacies of the SBA loan legal closing process, recent SOP changes, and the crucial role lender legal counsel plays in ensuring lender compliance.Gain valuable insights into Landlord Lien Waiver and Collateral Access Agreement, attorney negotiations, and the overall loan closing process. Whether you're a seasoned lender or a prospective SBA loan applicant, this podcast offers essential knowledge for successfully navigating the SBA loan application process from start to...2024-10-2345 min
Life & Law Podcast: Lawyer podcast for sustainable success in law and lifeSuccess, Happiness & Being Human As A LawyerToday’s conversation is with fellow attorney Scott Oliver, a Partner at Lewis Kappes. Scott became the youngest equity partner in his firm’s history. But that’s not why we’re talking or what we will be chatting about today. Scott is a big believer that being more “human” as a lawyer leads to greater success and happiness. Which is precisely what we will be getting into today (and more).
I first became aware of Scott via LinkedIn. Sometimes, he comes from a business development angle. But most of the time, he writes about life – as a lawyer, spou...2024-09-2454 min
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Title: Grave As All Get-Out
Series: #10 of Kenni Lowry
Author: Tonya Kappes
Narrator: Hillary Huber
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 5 hours 8 minutes
Release date: September 10, 2024
Genres: Cozy Mystery
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Kenni Lowry thought being sheriff in Cottonwood, Kentucky, was a breeze—until a psychic, claiming to commune with the dead, winds up stone-cold dead herself. Things go from bad to worse when a grave is found dug up, revealing secrets that Cottonwood would rather keep buried. With her ghostly Poppa—the town’s former sheriff—providing his usual down-home humor and guidance...2024-09-105h 08
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Title: Grave As All Get-Out
Series: #10 of Kenni Lowry
Author: Tonya Kappes
Narrator: Hillary Huber
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 5 hours 8 minutes
Release date: September 10, 2024
Genres: Police & Detective
Publisher's Summary:
Kenni Lowry thought being sheriff in Cottonwood, Kentucky, was a breeze—until a psychic, claiming to commune with the dead, winds up stone-cold dead herself. Things go from bad to worse when a grave is found dug up, revealing secrets that Cottonwood would rather keep buried. With her ghostly Poppa—the town’s former sheriff—providing his usual down-home humor and guidance...2024-09-105h 08
Find Best-Selling Full Audiobooks in Mystery, Thriller & Horror, Police & DetectiveGrave As All Get-Out by Tonya KappesPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/798418 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Grave As All Get-Out Series: #10 of Kenni Lowry Author: Tonya Kappes Narrator: Hillary Huber Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 5 hours 8 minutes Release date: September 10, 2024 Genres: Police & Detective Publisher's Summary: Kenni Lowry thought being sheriff in Cottonwood, Kentucky, was a breeze—until a psychic, claiming to commune with the dead, winds up stone-cold dead herself. Things go from bad to worse when a grave is found dug up, revealing secrets that Cottonwood would rather keep buried. With her ghostly Poppa—the town’s former sheriff—providing his usual down-home humor and guida...2024-09-1003 min
No Stupid Questions201. Are You Dreaming Too Big?Are fantasies helpful or harmful? How is daydreaming like a drug? And what did Angela fantasize about during ninth-grade English class? SOURCES:Patrick Bet-David, YouTuber and founding C.E.O. of PHP Agency Inc.Barbara Corcoran, "Shark" and executive producer on ABC’s Shark Tank and founder of The Corcoran Group.Peter Gollwitzer, professor of psychology at New York University.Danny Kahneman, professor emeritus of psychology at Princeton University.Robert Nozick, philosopher.Gabriele Oettingen, professor of psychology at New York University.Kim Scott, co-founder of Radical Candor and prominent C.E.O. coach in Silicon Valley. ...2024-06-2341 min
The Art of SBA LendingUnlocking Efficiency as a BDO feat. Lane RhodesWe’re sitting down with Lane Rhodes on her home turf for this episode! Live from Nashville we are chatting with Nashville's OG of Lending about leveraging your strengths and efficiency to find success as a BDO. Listen in to get all the details about how Lane found her success by creating relationships, how being patient doesn’t always pay off, why streamlining your process is always the right idea, and her feelings on the SOP changes. Let us know what you think of this episode by leaving a review or sharing our chan...2024-05-1646 min
Lawyers in the Making PodcastE31: Scott Oliver Partner at Lewis KappesScott is an Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law Graduate and currently works as a Partner at Lewis Kappes. In this compelling Episode 31, we take a deep dive with Scott, exploring his journey to and through law school, the strategic importance of leveraging your strengths, and the ins and outs of his daily work at the firm. Scott, who serves as the co-chair of the SBA Legal Department, brings a unique and insightful perspective on law, life, and the intersection of the two, offering invaluable wisdom that transcends professional boundaries.We also uncover the core...2024-03-1256 min
How I Lawyer Podcast with Jonah Perlin#123: Scott Oliver - SBA Transactions AttorneyIn today’s episode I am excited to speak Scott Oliver. Scott is a Partner at Lewis Kappes in Indianapolis where he represents banks and non-bank lenders in SBA transactions nationwide. Scott became the youngest equity partner in his firm’s history after closing thousands of SBA loans and has counseled clients at every stage in the lending process. In addition to his busy practice, Scott is a frequent speaker on business development, personal branding, and supporting the “human” side of practice. Scott is an adjunct professor at the Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law where he teaches...2023-10-2056 min
Legally Contented18K+ LinkedIn followers by balancing legal content with personal content - Scott OliverIn this episode, Wayne Pollock, the founder of the Law Firm Editorial Service, interviews Scott Oliver, a partner at Lewis Kappes in Indianapolis. Scott Oliver practices in the areas of commercial finance, real estate, and corporate transactions. He represents state and national banks involved in commercial financing, as well as clients involved in business/real estate transactions, including: real estate acquisitions/sales, business acquisitions/sales, leases, entity formation and governance, commercial issues, contract preparation, contract negotiations, and compliance.As a closing attorney, Scott represents banks and non-bank lenders involved in SBA and conventional financing. He w...2023-10-1559 min
The Art of SBA LendingThe SBA Industry Needs More Closers Like Shelise EvansThank you for tuning in to another episode of the Art of SBA Lending. In this episode, Ray Drew sits down with Shelise Evans, an experienced SBA closer, about her background and approach to closing loans. Shelise shares how she got started in the SBA industry and why she fell in love with the role of a closer. She emphasizes the importance of speed and communication in the closing process and shares her tips for ensuring a smooth closing. Shelise also discusses the challenges she faces on closing days and how she manages them. Overall, she highlights...2023-09-2843 min
The Art of SBA LendingSterling Birdsong Shares his Path to Success as SBA Loan Officer and EntrepreneurThank you for tuning into another episode of The Art of SBA Lending. This week on the podcast, Ray sits down with Sterling Birdsong. Sterling shares his journey in the lending industry, from starting as an intern at a community bank to becoming a successful SBA lender. He emphasizes the importance of building credibility and trust with the credit committee and shares his strategies for pre-flighting deals and presenting them effectively. Having been on the other side of the table, Sterling opens up about his experience as a borrower, highlighting the challenges he faced when...2023-09-2152 min
The Art of SBA LendingA Masterclass in BDOing feat. Bruce MarksThis week on the Art of SBA Lending Podcast, Ray welcomes SBA Legend Bruce Marks for a second time. Bruce Marks is a highly experienced and successful business development officer (BDO). With over 35 years of experience, he has closed over 1,300 SBA loans and has a proven track record of success. Bruce is known for his expertise in credit, SBA lending, and relationship management. In this interview, Ray and Bruce discuss: Putting the borrower first and providing value is crucial in the lending industry. BDOs should focus on building relationships and understanding the borrower's needs...2023-09-1450 min
The Art of SBA LendingThe Future of SBA Lending: Part 2On this episode of the Art of SBA Lending, Ray and his guests discuss the new SOP changes and the potential impact of technology on the industry. They explore the challenges and opportunities that lenders face in adapting to new technologies and changing market dynamics. The conversation also touches on the importance of culture, talent, and risk management in the lending process. Key Takeaways: Embrace technology and invest in it to make the lending process more efficient and less labor-intensive. Focus on culture, talent, and risk management to remain competitive in the industry. Be...2023-09-0745 min
The Art of SBA LendingThe Future of SBA Lending Part 1In this episode of the Art of SBA Lending, host Ray Drew moderates a roundtable discussion on the future of SBA lending with Kevin Rafferty, Lynne Singletary, and Javier Jorge. They discuss the changes in SBA lending over the past decade, the impact of technology and remote work, and the importance of human judgment in the lending process. Key Takeaways: 🔹SBA lending has become more efficient and accessible over the past decade, with more lenders and banks offering SBA loans. 🔹The internet has played a significant role in increasing awareness and knowledg...2023-08-3145 min
The Art of SBA LendingRaising the Bar for SBA Legal Counsel ft. Scott Oliver (See what I did there?)Today on the podcast, Ray travels to the NAGGL conference in St. Louis to sit down with Scott Oliver, Partner at Lewis Kappes. Ray and Scott discuss why attorneys are afraid of engaging on social media, the secrets behind his firms outstanding customer service, and some of the major pitfalls in SBA closings. Scott’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottoliver5/ This episode is brought to you by the folks from Shatterbox. Lenders, would you like to hire top-shelf, pre-vetted talent to deepen your SBA bench? Shatterbox is resurrecting the apprenticeship to sol...2023-05-0440 min
Before You Buy or Sell a BusinessExpert M&A Attorney Scott Oliver Discusses Legal Aspects of Buying or Selling a BusinessThank you for listening to the Before You Buy or Sell a Business podcast.In this episode, host Jared Johnson sits down with M&A attorney Scott Oliver. Scott is an attorney with the Lewis Kappes law firm. Jared and Scott discuss the legal aspects of buying and selling a business, specifically with SBA lending. They also touch on Oliver's background, including his education at Purdue and IU law school, and how he ended up at Lewis Kappes. The conversation is lighthearted, including a bit of banter about the pronunciation of the firm's name.Scott...2023-04-2551 min
Defenders of Business ValueEP 74: How to Ensure a Deal is Compliant, with Scott Oliver, Lewis KappesOn this episode of Defenders of Business Value Podcast, Scott Oliver, Director at Lewis Kappes, joined host Ed Mysogland to talk about how to make sure a deal is compliant. They covered the process of reviewing proposed deals and preparing them for SBA compliance, the importance of using a seasoned SBA legal counsel, factors that can create problems, how to best work with SBA counsel, standby notes, and more. Lewis Kappes Headquartered in downtown Indianapolis, Lewis Kappes offers the depth and experience you would expect from a large law firm, with the responsiveness and attention you would...2023-02-2143 min
The Thought Leadership ProjectEpisode 94: Be a Good Human to Build a Legal Practice, with Scott Oliver
From what they are taught in law school to what they consume in the popular culture, there are many messages that lawyers receive that lead them to believe that stiff formality is the appropriate professional posture in interactions with clients and colleagues. In this episode, Lewis Kappes partner Scott Oliver joins us to discuss how it’s possible (indeed, advisable) to let your guard down, be yourself AND be a great lawyer. Topics addressed include:- The reasons lawyers come to believe they have to be so formal- How being more human is appealing to...2021-08-3100 min
Microleadership - micro conversations, extraordinary ideas, incredible impactSeason 2, Episode 20: Happy New Year - the importance of goals with Scott OliverIt's that time of the year when goal setting and resolutions are front of mind. And yet, why do so many goals remain unfulfilled and so much energy and enthusiasm dissipates? In this conversation I am talking to Scott Oliver. Scott is an Attorney at Lewis Kappes in Indiana, and huge congratulations to him as he has just made partner at his firm.
As a passionate member of the legal profession Scott understand the value of connection and also is a super keen advocate of personal growth and lifelong learning. In this great discussion Scott shares...2021-01-0431 min