GetBriefed Podcast

In this special edition of the GetBriefed Podcast, Orlagh sits down with Tim Hyman, the owner of the first official GDPR standard for the legal sector - LOCS:23. Tim's LOCS:23 standard was approved by the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) back in February and its pilot scheme has recently concluded, with the first legal supplier and barristers' chambers being certified in line wi...

In this episode, Orlagh sits down with Sophie Stevens, a barrister at 9BR Chambers.  Sophie has recently completed her third six at 9BR Chambers, where she has now taken up permanent tenancy. She is also one of the co-founders of Neurodiversity in Law , an initiative dedicated to raising awareness, offering support, and reducing the stigma associated with neurodivergence in the legal profession. I...

In this episode, Orlagh sits down with Imogen Robins, a leading family law barrister and arbitrator operating out of Pump Court Chambers. Alongside her accomplished career in the family field, Imogen is also the founder of Legally Flushed - an initiative that is committed to connecting women in the legal industry and ensuring they reap the rewards that come with working in law. Imogen shares her e...

In this episode, Orlagh is joined by the current Head of Chambers at 42BR Barristers, Tina Cook KC. A decorated barrister in many areas, Tina has specialised exclusively in family law for over 20 years. She has been Head of Chambers since 2016. Tina shares her journey to the Bar through defiance, the effects of a post-pandemic chambers move and what it is really like to lead as Head of Chambers.

In this episode, Orlagh is joined by the Director of Operations at DEKA Chambers, Gordon Walters. Gordon has been heavily involved in the new and improved DEKA identity since joining the chambers in 2018. Today, he shares his experience with stumbling into a career in chambers as an interim CEO, the rights of members in making keys decisions for their workplace and the effects of merging two prest...

In today's episode, Orlagh speaks with Michael Bready, a privately practicing barrister of the Bar of Northern Ireland, who has recently achieved the brand-new Cyber Essentials Plus Certification. Michael shares his experience with the certification along with his views on a host of hot topics at the Bar, from AI to mental health awareness and keeping yourself mentally in check.

In this episode, Orlagh sits down with business development expert, Bernard Savage to discuss why business development is such a crucial part of building a career at the Bar. Bernard gives his take on the importance of business development to barristers, how to effectively use social media platforms like LinkedIn and the idea that "people buy people" when it comes to seeking counsel. You...

In this episode, we welcome the Chief Operating Officer of 36 Group, Rowan Caffull. Having been at The 36 Group since 2009, Rowan has experienced life in chambers from a host of different perspectives. Rowan talks to Orlagh about finding his rightful role through trial and error, viewing his operation through a unique lens and how imposter syndrome can affect anyone in an organisation, from the to...

In this edition, Orlagh is joined by the co-founders of HerBar, Nasreen Shah and Rachel Bale. A differing duo who compliment each other perfectly, the two share their motivations for creating a platform design to follow and support the trajectory of women barristers' careers. They discuss the genesis of their partnership, the hardships of pupillage and the crucial role that men can play in imp...

In this episode, we welcome Natalie Connor, VP Legal & Expansion at CrowdCube and founder of Elevate. A former barrister-turned-tech entrepreneur and wellness founder, Natalie has navigated a host of legal roles across the Bar, FinTech, and PropTech sectors. Today, she shares her experience of 8 years at the Bar - the good, the bad and the reasons why she inevitably had to move on - as well as...