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Season 9

AI Revolution: Transforming Legal Services from the Inside Out with Professor Katie Atkinson – S9E07

Can artificial intelligence revolutionise justice while ensuring ethical integrity? This week, I’m joined Professor Katie Atkinson, a trailblazer in AI and law with over 20 years of research and a member of the European Commission’s AI advisory board. Katie dives into AI in law, its potential for sustainability and how mentorship in legal tech is shaping her profession. If you’re ready to explore the future of AI-driven legal systems, this episode is one you don’t want to miss, tune in

April 21, 2025

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Legally On the Move: Careers, Tech & Insights from Dubai – Special Panel Episode – E19

In our final episode of Legally on the Move: Careers, Tech & Insights from Dubai, we talk to previous guests Chrissie Wolfe, Sahar Farooqi and Sarah Murphy. Today, we wrap things up for our exciting miniseries and ask the most important questions about the future of legal tech. You can hear our panel discussing: – Dubai as the Legal Hub for International Professionals – A Large New Influx of Career Opportunities – The Value of Positivity, Community Mindset and Abundance

April 15, 2025

Season 9

Policing the Web from Catfishing & Harassment with UK Leading Internet Lawyer Yair Cohen – S9E06

What if the law could hold social media giants accountable? This week, I’m joined by Yair Cohen, the social media lawyer and founder of Cohen Davis Solicitors, who spent 25 years fighting online abuse and harassment. From making history with a Facebook disclosure order to representing the victim in the infamous Sweet Bobby catfishing case, aired on Netflix, Yair shares how he’s reshaping internet law to protect victims of online anonymity. If you care about justice in the digital age,

April 14, 2025

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Legally On the Move: Careers, Tech & Insights from Dubai – Josh Smith – E18

In this episode of Legally on the Move: Careers, Tech & Insights from Dubai, we talk to Josh Smith, who works as Legal Counsel for Yas Holding. In our final solo episode, Josh imparts wisdom and experience from working in Dubai, as well as some of the legal tech advances we can expect to evolve and grow in the future. You can hear Rob and Josh discussing: – Dubai as a Launchpad for Legal Career Transformation – A Thriving Legal

April 12, 2025

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Legally On the Move: Careers, Tech & Insights from Dubai – Simona A. Toma – E17

In this episode of Legally on the Move: Careers, Tech & Insights from Dubai, our guest is Simona A. Toma, a Director of Contracts, Compliance and Commercial Services. Simona has over 15 years of experience as a Senior Counsel for some of the world’s leading organisations, providing advice and supporting businesses on complex and strategic commercial transactions, compliance, and legal risk management. You can hear Rob and Simona discussing: – The Worldwide Impact of AI on Legal Work – Dubai’s

April 10, 2025

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Legally On the Move: Careers, Tech & Insights from Dubai – Khaled Shivji – E16

In this episode of Legally on the Move: Careers, Tech & Insights from Dubai, our guest is Khaled Shivji. Khaled is a highly experienced AI & Technology Lawyer responsible for overseeing compliance, policy and commercial matters, as well as serving as a liaison with governmental authorities. You can hear Rob and Khaled discussing: – AI Adoption in Organisations and How it is Carried Out – Career Opportunities in Dubai’s Legal Markets – The Importance of Networking and Trust – How

April 8, 2025

Season 9

Breaking Into Big Law: Steph Lartey on Thriving in a US Firm & Inspiring Legal Careers – S9E05

How do you break into Big Law while building a brand that empowers others? This week, I’m joined by Steph Lartey, Associate at White & Case, Founder of Success with Steph and Co-Founder of Doceo. Steph shares her journey from law student to global markets lawyer, the barries young professionals face and how to build resilience in the face of rejection. If you’re looking for career insights, success strategies and real talk about making it in law, this episode is

April 7, 2025

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Legally On the Move: Careers, Tech & Insights from Dubai – Ivan Chugunov – E15

In this episode of Legally on the Move: Careers, Tech & Insights from Dubai, we talk to Ivan Chugunov a Legal Counsel of Kitare MFO, who helps businesses set up and scale in the UAE. Ivan’s responsibilities include, but are not limited to, ensuring local regulation compliance, structuring direct VC/PE and fund investments, as well as drafting transactional and corporate legal documents. You can hear Rob and IVAN discussing: – The Dynamic Legal Professional Landscape of Dubai – Inclusivity and

April 5, 2025

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Legally On the Move: Careers, Tech & Insights from Dubai – Janine De Keersmaecker – E14

In this episode of Legally on the Move: Careers, Tech & Insights from Dubai, our guest is Janine De Keersmaecker of Argentum Law. Janine is a multi-lingual lawyer with over 17 years’ experience, seven in the Middle East and over 10 years at global top-tier law firms King & Wood Mallesons, Loyens & Loeff and Hunton & Williams in Brussels, London and Dubai. You can hear Rob and Janine discussing: – Human-Centred Lawyering at Argentum Law – Diversity and Inclusion

April 3, 2025

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Legally On the Move: Careers, Tech & Insights from Dubai – Clotilde Iaia-Polak – E13

In this episode of Legally on the Move: Careers, Tech & Insights from Dubai, we talk to Clotilde Iaia-Polak, Leading Law Partner and Founder of Yungo Law. She has been practicing law in Dubai since 2004. Before setting up Yungo Law, she worked as a Consultant at Taylor Wessing and prior to that she was a Partner at Eversheds KSLG in Dubai. Her work inspires and empowers women with improved financial support and independence. You can hear Rob and Clotilde

April 1, 2025