File Notes

‍ Robert Ambrogi In this episode, Luke sits down with Bob Ambrogi, a notable figure bridging law, journalism, and legal tech. Bob shares his journey, which began with a professor's advice to study law for a deeper understanding of journalism. This advice set him on a path that merged legal practice with legal journalism, leading to his creation of LawSites, one of the first blogs exploring the imp...

Episode 13 Your host for this episode is Luke Campbell. ‍ ⁠Matthew Vaughan⁠ In this episode, we delve into legal technology trends with Matthew Vaughan, the Chief Information Officer at Tompkins Wake law firm in New Zealand. Join us as Matthew sheds light on the firm's recent transition from legacy systems to cutting-edge cloud-based tools, offering valuable insights into the strategic decisio...

Your host for this episode is ⁠Sophie Svenson⁠ and ⁠ Luke Campbell. ‍ ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Colin Levy ⁠⁠ Colin Levy, a prominent figure in the legal tech field, has a compelling story that weaves together his lively upbringing in Boston with his current roles as Director of Legal at Malbec, a legal tech company, and as a notable legal/tech personality on social media. His journey is marked by passion, resilience...

Episode 11 with ⁠Maria Sopoaga. Your host for this episode is Sophie Svenson and Ella Cleary. In this episode, we have the pleasure of chatting with Maria, as she shares her inspiring journey navigating the legal landscape. Join us as Maria candidly shares the reality of inequality and the lack of representation in the legal profession, delving into her isolating law school experience, her transit...

Episode Ten Your host for this episode is Sophie Svenson and Ella Cleary. ‍ ⁠ Josh Seidenfeld ⁠ In this episode, we sit down with Josh Seidenfeld , a partner at Cooley , a prominent Silicon Valley law firm deeply entrenched in the startup ecosystem. Join us as Josh unravels his captivating journey from college athlete to holding dual MBA/JD degrees, delving into pivotal experiences that have shape...

Episode Nine Your host for this episode is Sophie Svenson and Ella Cleary. ‍ ⁠ Anna Ryan ⁠ In this episode, we speak with Anna Ryan, the brilliant mind and seasoned competition law expert at Lane Neave , one of New Zealand's top law firms. Anna takes us through her career and shares insights and pieces of advice you can only gain from 16 years in the legal trenches. Our conversation kicks off...

Episode Eight Your host for this episode is ⁠Luke Campbell ⁠ and ⁠Ella Cleary. ⁠ ⁠ Natasha Blycha ⁠ In this episode, we're joined by Natasha Blycha, a globally recognized expert in smart contracts and distributed ledger technology. Ranked in the Chambers 2023 FinTech Legal Practice Area, Natasha is a leading authority on blockchain, digital assets, and web 3.0. Born in Australia to a Christian...

Episode Seven Your host for this episode is Sophie Svenson and Luke Campbell. ‍ Nicola Tiffin is a trailblazer in immigration law and partner at a major New Zealand law firm, Duncan Cotterill. Recently recognized by NZ Lawyer ’s 2023 list of 26 ‘Most Influential Lawyers ’, Nicola has over 20 years of experience and leads Duncan Cotterill’s national immigration team across five offices. Join us as...

Your host for this episode is Sophie Svenson. Angus Grayson is the visionary behind HouseMe Legal , a legal practice revolutionizing the home-buying experience for first-time buyers in Auckland. Angus has successfully crafted a legal practice that uses technology to deliver efficient and transparent services tailored to the evolving needs of the next generation of homeowners. In a departure from t...

Episode Five Your host for this episode is Luke Campbell and Ella Cleary. In this episode of File Notes, we embark on a captivating narrative that unfolds the life of Anastasia Gamble , a woman whose journey from the heart of Ukraine to becoming a partner at Simpson Grierson in 2022 is marked by courage and resilience. Anastasia's journey unfolds against the backdrop of her nation's transi...

Make sure you ⁠Subscribe to FileNotes⁠ on the VXT website for exclusive subscriber only content in your inbox. In this episode, we dive into the intriguing career journey of Jordan Cole , the Operations Director at MinterEllisonRuddWatts , a leading law firm in New Zealand. Starting with a background in commerce and accounting, Jordan found his true calling in the legal realm after realizing the t...

Your host for this episode is  Luke Campbell  and  Ella Cleary. ‍ Hayden Wilson  is the New Zealand chair and partner at  Dentons , the largest global law firm in the world. Hayden has practiced law for more than 20 years with particular expertise in public, regulatory and commercial litigation. Hayden has been involved in some of New Zealand's highest-profile litigation cases in recent memory...

Enclosed in this file: ⁠Sam Nickless⁠ 's unconventional journey from a non-legal career to the forefront of legal innovation. Your host for this episode is Luke Campbell. ‍ Sam Nickless is the CEO of Gilbert + Tobin , one of Australia's largest and most innovative law firms. Nine years ago, after an awesome career outside of law, Sam returned to the legal industry to help lead the firm and...

Enclosed in this file: Jeremy Muir's early career, overcoming personal challenges and practical steps to becoming a partner at a large law firm. Jeremy Muir is widely recognised as New Zealand's foremost lawyer in crypto with broader expertise across financial services, FinTech and investments. Jeremy is a Partner at MinterEllisonRuddWatts and co-leads the firm's banking and financial...