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Lawyer, Author & Teacher – Eloise Skinner – S1E10

In this episode of the Legally Speaking Podcast, our host Rob Hanna is joined by Eloise Skinner, a 2 PQE Corporate Tax Lawyer (at time of recording) based in London, working for the leading Global US Law firm, Cleary Gottlieb Eloise doesn’t stop there, she has authored and published the Junior Lawyer’s Handbook, was nominated at the Law Society Excellence Awards, does lots of public speaking, teaches yoga, and features on various podcasts all whilst working as a top Corporate Tax Lawyer. Find

January 13, 2020

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The Wellbeing Lawyer – Samantha Treleaven – S1E9

This week on the Legally Speaking Podcast, our host Rob Hanna is joined by Samantha Lewis, the Wellbeing Lawyer. Samantha is passionate about all things Wellbeing and focuses on this sector within the wider umbrella of Retail & Consumer. Specialist areas of her include Health & Fitness, Beauty & Wellness and Food & Drink (including Active Nutrition). Clients include: Sweaty Betty, Rapha Racing, WIT, Huel, and lots more. Show notes Here are 3 reasons why you should listen to the full episode: Hear

January 6, 2020

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In-House v Private Practice – Sonia Janday – S1E8

In this episode of the Legally Speaking Podcast, our host Rob Hanna is joined by a co-host, Deenum Gahbri! Deenum and Rob are joined by Sonia Janday, Senior Legal Counsel at Aviva Investors, & Co-Chair of Aviva Origins, A Mentor, A Diversity Champion Award Winner this year for In-house, Society of Asian Lawyers Committee Member & Asian Legal Awards Lead. Show Notes Here are 3 reasons why you should listen to the full episode: Hear the differences between working in

December 23, 2019

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Managing Partner Goals – Mandeep Kaur Virdee – S1E7

This week, we were delighted to be joined by Mandeep Kaur Virdee. Mandeep has achieved a huge amount of success in her legal career to date. Mandeep qualified in 2011 and within just 8 years successfully runs her own law firm in Heart of the City of London. Today, Mandeep operates as the Managing Partner of KaurMaxwell, whilst managing family life having recently become a first-time Mother. Under Mandeep’s leadership, KaurMaxwell, has gone from strength to strength growing exponentially year

December 16, 2019

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Legal Tech – Nathan Killick – S1E6

This week our host Rob Hanna speaks with Nathan Killick. Nathan is a highly knowledgable and impressive Legal IT Consultant at Sprout IT and Committee Member of the London Legal Networking Group. They enjoyed talking through all things Tech & Cyber Security specifically for law firms and wider legal focused businesses. Nathan highlights a number of key points law firms & chambers need to consider to ensure they can achieve increased efficiencies through IT whilst staying safe and compliant. Show notes Here are

December 9, 2019

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Dad on SPL (Shared Parental Leave) – Joe Young – S1E5

This week, our host Rob Hanna is joined by Joe Young who runs popular blog Dad on SPL. Joe discusses some of the firms that are leading the market in terms of their Shared Parental Leave policies in the UK. Joe has created “The Shared Parental League” which highlights some of the best SPL performers in the UK – which you can check out here! Show notes Here are 3 reasons why you should listen to the full episode: Learn

December 2, 2019

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Harvey vs Hooper – Ed Hooper – S1E4

This week our host Robert Hanna was joined by leading Corporate Partner, Ed Hooper. Ed is a Partner in the London office at Trowers & Hamlins, an international law firm. Ed discusses his journey to Partnership and the challenges it brings. Show notes Here are 3 reasons why you should listen to the full episode: 1. What does the role of a corporate lawyer involve? 2. What makes a great transactional lawyer? 3. Learn more about risk-taking and careers. Resources:

November 25, 2019

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Diversity Dodgers – Lenie Ibanez – S1E3

This week, our host Robert Hanna is joined by Lenie Ibanez, who is a Diversity Leader, International Change-Maker & Female Youth Empowerment Mentor. Lenie has spoken in the House of Commons and was awarded the very first scholarship in Women’s Empowerment for the Miranda Brawn Diversity Leadership Foundation in 2018 for her leadership. Lenie is passionate about driving change in the legal space and moving the needle forward not only in London, but globally. She wishes to help towards the progression of

November 18, 2019

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Big vs Boutique – James Breese – S1E2

In this episode of the Legally Speaking Podcast, our host Rob Hanna is joined by James Breese, an insurance lawyer at specialist insurance boutique law firm, Fenchurch Law, to discuss the difference between Big and Boutique law firms. James previously worked at a Top 20 UK firm. James openly discusses the differences between big and boutique firms, and the pros and cons of each. Show notes Here are 3 reasons why you should listen to the full episode: Learn more about

November 11, 2019

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Legally Connected – Oliver Haddock & Nicola Rubbert – S1E1

Show Overview In this first episode of the Legally Speaking Podcast, our host Rob Hanna is joined by Nicola Rubbert and Olly Haddock from the London Young Lawyers Group, to talk about being “Legally Connected” and the importance of networking in the legal sector. With monthly events ranging from speed networking to careers evenings, boat parties to educational seminars, LYLG connects law students, trainees and qualified solicitors up to 7 years PQE. Nicola was Chair of the LYLG until January 2020,

November 4, 2019