Season 9 – Legally Speaking Podcast

Season 9

Behind the Headlines: Child Protection, Legal Leadership & Making a Difference – Amy Clowrey – S9E31

On today’s Legally Speaking Podcast, I’m delighted to be joined by Amy Clowrey. Amy is a Solictor and the Director of the Child Compensation Team at Switalskis. She is the firm’s Training Principal, responsible for Qualifying Solicitrors, Solicitor Apprentices and Graduate Solitcitor Apprentices. Amy was awarded Lawyer of the Year at the Modern Law Awards 2023 and Rising Star Legal 500 Northern Powerhouse Awards 2024. She is passionate about encouraging and supporting the next generation of lawyers into the legal

October 6, 2025

Season 9

Crypto, Courts & Career Growth: The Next Generation in Law – Charlotte Hill – S9E30

On today’s Legally Speaking Podcast, I’m delighted to be joined by Charlotte Hill. Charlotte is a partner at Penningtons Manches Cooper specialising in commercial dispute resolution, financial services regulation, restructuring and insolvency, described as a next generation partner by the Legal 500, Charlotte is passionate about her work in the sector, and has been awarded Women of the Year, FinTech and crypto innovation UK, at the city wealth power, women awards. So why should you be listening in? You

September 29, 2025

Season 9

Lessons in Leadership, Resilience and Authenticity in Law with Mediator Damien Van Brunschot – S9E29

On today’s Legally Speaking Podcast, I’m delighted to be joined by Damien Van Brunschot. Damien is the owner and Principal Consultant of EvolveResolve. Leveraging his own expertise in mediation and leadership coaching, he co-founded, led and scaled boutique firm MVM Legal, later Kaden Boriss. Damien is the former Managing Partner of DWF (Australia). From 2020 to 2024, he’s been named by the Doyles guide as one of the best lawyers in Australia, specialising in workers’ compensation and respiratory diseases. Damien

September 22, 2025

Season 9

Redefining Justice with Top UK Defence Barrister & Leading Counsel Jeremy Dein KC – S9E28

On today’s Legally Speaking Podcast, I’m delighted to be joined by Jeremy Dein KC. Jeremy is one of the most highly regarded defence counsel in the country, specialising in serious offences including murder, terrorism and organised crime. He has dealt with multiple high-profile cases which have gained significant media attention, as described by chambers and partners. Jeremy is a fighter, and no case is too complex for him. He works tirelessly to ensure the right outcome. So why should

September 15, 2025

Season 9

Trust, Tech & Transactions: Why Law Firms Now Use Independent Escrow Agents – Sue Wakefield – S9E27

On today’s Legally Speaking Podcast, I am delighted to be joined by Sue Wakefield. Sue is the Director and Head of Business Development at ZEDRA. She has over 30 years of experience working in the financial service industry, specialising in onshore trust structuring. Sue holds a number of leadership positions and is a member of STEP. So why should you be listening in? You can hear Rob and Sue discussing: – Why Independent Escrow Providers Are In High Demand

September 8, 2025

Season 9

Start Small, Think Big: How Lawyers Can Build Successful Legal Tech Ventures – Alex Baker – S9E26

On today’s Legally Speaking Podcast, I’m delighted to be joined by Alex Baker. Alex is the Founder of Legal Tech Collective and Legal Tech Foundry. With 20 years of experience in launching and building companies in the UK, Europe, Asia and North America, Alex is currently supporting start-ups in the legal and financial sector. He is passionate about building the future of legal services. So why should you be listening in? You can hear Rob and Alex discussing: – The

September 1, 2025

Season 9

Clio & Scorpion: The Strategic Partnership Powering Law Firm Growth with Clarity & Precision – S9E25

On today’s Legally Speaking Podcast, I am delighted to be joined by Harsha Chandra Shekar, Vice President of Business Development at Clio and Kirby Oscar, Senior Vice President of Partnerships and General Manager at Scorpion. In June 2025, Scorpion, provider of digital marketing and technology solutions for law firms, announced its strategic partnership with Clio. The partnership solves the disconnect between marketing efforts and generative revenue – giving law firms full oversight from first contact with clients to closing the

August 25, 2025

Season 9

LinkedIn, Leadership & Life Lessons: Becca Horley’s Award-Winning Strategy – S9E24

On today’s Legally Speaking Podcast, I am delighted to be joined by Becca Horley. Becca is a specialist medical negligence solicitor at a national law firm. She has experience in complex serious injury matters, including brain, birth, psychiatric and fatal injuries. Becca utilises her LinkedIn platform to educate others on advocating for yourself, wellness and improving patient safety. She is passionate about professional empowerment and personal development. Becca was awarded ‘Solicitor of the Year 2025’ at the Birmingham Law Society

August 18, 2025

Season 9

She Breaks the Law: Closing the Gender Gap & Embracing Change with Priya Lele – S9E23

On today’s Legally Speaking Podcast, I am delighted to be speaking with Priya Lele. Priya is a recognised global thought leader in legal technology, innovation and diversity. With experience as a Corporate Finance Lawyer, Director of Legal Transform and Operate at EY, Head of Legal Transformation at a regional law firm in Australia, and Legal Operations Client Solutions Lead at a global law firm in London, she has reshaped how legal services are delivered across continents. Priya is also the

August 11, 2025

Season 9

How AI Paralegals Revolutionise Legal Aid with Gus Neate, CEO & Co-Founder of Wilson AI – S9E22

On today’s Legally Speaking Podcast, I am delighted to be joined by Gus Neate. Gus is the CEO and Co-Founder of WilsonAI, an AI-driven platform designed to streamline legal operations for businesses. An engineer by background, Gus qualified as a Private Equity Lawyer at Clifford Chance. He has experience working in the product team at legal tech platform, H4 and multiple in-house legal teams. So why should you be listening in? You can hear Rob and Gus discussing: –

August 4, 2025