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Season 8

Stress & Law Firm Founders: The Importance of Authenticity at Work – Michael Burne – S8 E25

Learn how to reduce stress in law firms with this week’s guest, Michael Burne, the Founder and Chief Executive of Carbon Law Partners and Bamboo. In this episode, he shared the importance of embracing authenticity throughout your career to attract the right customers and improve your mental health at work.  So why should you be listening in?  You can hear Rob and Michael discussing: Mental health in law firms Alternative business structures Consolidation in the legal industry Advice for aspiring

August 26, 2024

Season 8

More Than Just A Lawyer: Wearing Multiple Hats in the Legal Industry – Puja Modha – S8E23

Discover how to tackle nepotism in the legal industry with insights from Puja Modha, a Partner at Aria Grace Law. Puja joined us on the Legally Speaking Podcast to shed light on her negative experiences of nepotism in the work place, as well as suggesting ways for firms to create more equitable environments.  So why should you be listening in?  You can hear Rob and Puja discussing: Puja’s relationships with work and wellness  Building resilience as a lawyer How journalism

August 12, 2024

Season 8

Global Legal Careers: An Interview with Harneys’ Global Managing Partner – William Peake – S8E22

Explore the complexities of a cross-jurisdiction legal career with your host, Rob Hanna, and this episode’s guest, William Peake, the Global Managing Partner at Harneys. They covered everything from essential global leadership skills to the importance of justice, equality, diversity and inclusion in a worldwide firm.  So why should you be listening in?  You can hear Rob and William discussing: A typical day in William’s role Some of his most interesting cases The challenges of building a global career  Customer

August 5, 2024

Season 8

How to Write Well: Inside ‘Elegant Legal Writing’ – Ryan McCarl  – S8E11

Legal professionals typically have to deal with huge volumes of writing. We spoke with Ryan McCarl, a Partner at Rushing McCarl LLP and Author of ‘Elegant Legal Writing’, about how lawyers can create the best possible briefs, without relying on generative AI models. We also touched on some basic principles for next-generation legal education, including the importance of great communication skills.  So why should you be listening in?  You can hear Rob and Ryan discussing: Ryan’s background in litigation  The

May 20, 2024

Season 8

Flexible Working and Ethics in Law – Bellevue Law’s Founder Florence Brocklesby – S8E3

In this episode of The Legally Speaking Podcast, we sit down with Florence Brocklesby, the visionary founder of Bellevue Law. With a rich background spanning international giants like Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer to the entrepreneurial venture that is Bellevue Law, Florence shares her motivations and the experiences that have shaped her career in litigation, dispute resolution, and employment law. She stands out not only for her legal acumen but also for her dedication to making the legal system more accessible and equitable. 𝐒𝐨,

March 25, 2024

Season 7

Clinical Negligence, Forced Marriages & Social Justice – Sabeena Pirooz – S7E37

How one individual’s journey can make a profound impact on the lives of others? This week we’re super excited to be chatting with Sabeena Pirooz, a Senior Clinical Negligence Solicitor at Thomson Solicitors, a leading social justice law firm, to discuss the firm’s commitment to fighting for the rights of the injured and mistreated for over a century. The emphasis on client care, positive values, and tenacity resonates in Sabeena’s work, as she recounts a memorable case settlement that not

January 15, 2024

Season 7

Championing Change: Diversity, Tech, and Access to Justice – Christina Blacklaws – S7E33

This week we’re super excited to be chatting Christina Blacklaws, trailblazer in the legal profession and a driving force at the intersection of law and technology. With a remarkable career spanning over 30 years, Christina shares her journey from being a solicitor specializing in representing children in public law proceedings to becoming the first elected president of the Law Society. Beyond her professional endeavors, Christina shares her commitment to diversity, inclusion, and access to justice, highlighted by her role in

December 18, 2023

Season 7

Law Society Legal Hero: Child Marriage and Gender-Based Abuse – Shabina Begum – S7E32

“When the passion starts to waver, and the novelty wears away, it feels tough, but it’s worth it. Keep going.” This week we’re super excited to be chatting with Shabina Begum, a trailblazing legal professional making waves in the realm of child marriage, gender-based violence, and women’s rights. From her early experiences in Bangladesh to representing the UK at international workshops on early marriage, Shabina shares the eye-opening discoveries that led her to become a recognized expert on these critical issues.

December 11, 2023

Season 7

The Legal Operations Journey – Jeremy Hopkins – S7E20

This week we’re super excited to be chatting with Jeremy Hopkins, an accomplished legal professional with a dynamic career spanning various roles within the legal industry. He brings a wealth of experience from his journey through roles such as barrister clerk, director of legal operations, and various consultancy positions. Notably, Jeremy played a key role in the disruptive legal service providers Riverview Law and Obelisk Support. His contributions to reshaping legal service delivery, emphasizing client-centric approaches, value-based pricing, and promoting diversity, have made him

September 18, 2023

Season 6

Using LegalTech to Build Strong Online Communities – Chad Aboud – S6E9

If you’re not on social media these days, you’re living in the dark ages, aren’t you? Some say that the legal industry is a sector that still very much lives in the past and has a long way to go. Certainly from conversations we’ve had with previous guests, many people in the legal sector still shy away from using social media either from a professional or personal perspective. Well, not this week’s guest! We’ve been chatting to Legal Industry Consultant, Chad

October 31, 2022