Law Talks

Elizabeth Robson, an SQE student and future trainee solicitor at Winston Taylor, discusses her route into law after studying History at the University of Oxford, including completing a vacation scheme and then the PGDL and SQE.  She shares what she found most challenging about the SQE, how she structured her study time, and the importance of maintaining balance and using a study approach that...

Join us for this episode of Law Talks, with Callum Reid-Hutchings, who is a Barrister at Gatehouse Chambers, working in commercial litigation, insolvency and company law, construction disputes, employment law, and defamation matters. Callum describes a varied career path from early non-legal jobs to university, the bar course, commercial litigation paralegal work and a judicial assistant role, unt...

In this episode of Law Talks, Priya Greig, a practice manager and barrister’s clerk at Twenty Essex Chambers, describes her career path from paralegal to junior clerk and progression through assistant practice manager roles.  She explains the clerking recruitment process, typical duties such as fee negotiation, diary management, court listings, and business development, and highlights the job...

Join me for this episode with Elizabeth Huang, an associate in Slaughter and May’s Competition and Regulatory team, who discusses her path from studying law and completing the BCL (focused on law, technology, and society) to joining the firm as a trainee in 2021 and qualifying into the Competition group in 2023.    She shares advice for vacation schemes and training contract applicants,...

Join me for this episode of Law Talks with Khatija Hafesji, a barrister at Monckton Chambers. Khatija describes moving from studying history into legal practice, finding her passion via advocacy for children in care, using the Children Act 1989 and judicial review to challenge unlawful local authority decisions.  She explains why she pursued a mixed practice spanning public, competition, proc...

Navigating Pupillage and Tenancy: Insights from Charlie Coverman at Monckton Chambers Join me on this episode of Law Talks as we sit down with Charlie Coverman, a new tenant at Monckton Chambers. Charlie shares his journey from obtaining a degree in History and Politics to pursuing a legal career and securing his pupillage. He delves into the rigorous pupillage application process, his motivations...

Join us for an insightful episode of Law Talks featuring Charlotte McLean, who shares her journey from studying classics to becoming a tenant at Monckton Chambers. Charlotte discusses her diverse career experiences, ranging from journalism to working in the charitable sector, and how these influenced her decision to pursue law. She provides valuable advice on applying through the Pupillage Gateway...

Join us for an illuminating episode of Law Talks featuring Gary Steel, a solicitor specializing in housing and discrimination litigation at Derbyshire Law Centre. Gary shares his unconventional journey into the legal profession, detailing how he transitioned from an initial interest sparked by a university lecture to becoming a passionate advocate for social welfare law. He discusses the unique ch...

Join us for an insightful episode of Law Talks featuring Chloe Marie Bloor, a paralegal who shares her unconventional journey into the legal profession. Chloe discusses her start at the Open University, her volunteer work at a law centre, and her transition into a paralegal role in homelessness prevention. She provides invaluable advice for aspiring paralegals, emphasizing the importance of work e...

Empowering Aspiring Lawyers with Daria Levina Join us for an engaging episode featuring Daria Levina, an international arbitration lawyer and academic based in Berlin. Daria provides guidance and support to aspiring lawyers, assisting them in building their careers through educational opportunities. Daria has been featured on platforms such as The Student Lawyer and Legally Speaking podcasts, as w...

Navigating the Inns of Court Bar Course Scholarships: Ellie Stubley's Journey Join us for this episode of Law Talks as Ellie Stubley, co-founder of the podcast, delves into her personal experience of applying for the Inns of Court Bar Course Scholarship. Ellie details the application process, including selecting an Inn, preparing her written application, and acing the interview. She shares practic...

Mental Health and Law: An Inside Look at Holly Miéville-Hawkins' Career in Law and Therapy In this episode, we feature an engaging conversation with Holly Miéville-Hawkins, who shares insights from her legal career and her work as a therapist. Holly discusses her journey in law, the challenges she faced, and how she integrates her legal expertise with her practice in therapy. This episode provides...

Environmental Law, Podcasting, and Legal Careers: An Interview with Craig Williams Join us for an insightful episode of Law Talks featuring Craig Williams, an experienced attorney and founder of Williams Law Corporation. In this interview, Craig shares his journey from starting his legal career in environmental law in Iowa to founding his own law firm in California. He discusses the challenges and...

Navigating Medical Malpractice: Expert Insights with Dr. Stephen M. Cohen In this episode of Law Talks, Dr. Stephen M. Cohen, a board-certified general and colorectal surgeon, shares his journey and extensive experience as a medical-legal expert. Dr. Cohen discusses his dual roles in patient care and legal case reviews, emphasising the importance of clear communication and continuous learning. He...

Campaigning for Better Paternity Leave with Alex Lloyd Hunter: The Dad Shift Join this episode of Law Talks with Alex Lloyd Hunter from the Dad Shift, a group advocating for improved statutory paternity leave in the UK. Alex discusses the group's objectives in light of the UK's current position as the worst in Europe for paternity leave. Alex highlights the importance of better paternity leave for...

Join us for an enlightening episode of Law Talks featuring Caleb Adebayo, who, at the time of the interview, was an associate at A&O Shearman. Caleb is currently an Associate in Structured Finance at Linklaters. Caleb shares his captivating journey from aspiring to be an aeronautic engineer, influenced by his Nigerian upbringing, to discovering his true calling in law during a spiritual retrea...

Navigating International Human Rights and Gender Equality with Dr. Meghan Campbell Join us for an insightful episode of Law Talks featuring Dr. Meghan Campbell, a prominent academic in international human rights law. Meghan shares her journey from Winnipeg, Manitoba, to becoming a reader at the University of Birmingham. We delve into her influential research on gender-based poverty, exploring the...

Join us on Law Talks as Ellie interviews Dominika, Ming Zee, and Riley, young legal professionals who share their diverse journeys into the legal profession, their passion for environmental law, and their involvement with 'Legal Voices for the Future.'  They discuss the importance of their community, the innovative knowledge sessions they host, and how their unique experiences and insights co...

Navigating the Path to Becoming a Barrister: An Insider’s Perspective In this episode of Law Talks, Ellie interviews Bertie, a recent law graduate currently on the Bar Vocation Studies course at City University before starting pupillage next year. The interview delves into Bertie’s experiences and reflections on the bar course, transitioning from undergraduate studies, the structure and content of...

Join Ellie for this episode of Law Talks with current Bar student Gemma Creamer. Gemma is Chief Operations Officer of Lawyers Who Care, which fosters care-experienced talent in legal careers through a variety of different initiatives. Gemma discusses the importance of paid-work experience and mentoring that is facilitated by Lawyers Who Care.  The following firms and chambers are mentor organ...

Join Ellie for this episode of Law Talks with guest Jon Groth to discuss personal injury law. Jon is owner of the Groth Law Firm , and is an active Attorney in the legal community, teaching other attorneys about the intricacies of personal injury law. Link to transcription . This episode is sponsored by LawPods , a podcast marketing agency that services some of the biggest brands in law. Want to f...

What is SEO? How can it benefit Law firms?  Join me for this Law Talks episode with Travis Bliffen, who is CEO of Stellar SEO and leads an award-winning digital marketing agency. In this role, Travis works with law firms to ensure search engine optimisation, to provide them with greater publicity for clients.  Travis explains the benefits that Stellar CEO can provide to law firms and wha...

Join Ellie for this Law Talks episode with Katie Davies. Katie is a Trainee Solicitor at Clifford Chance, who recently passed the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE). She discusses her experience of the SQE, the challenges she faced and tips on how to prepare for the new exams.    Resources: Katie's LinkedIn The University of Law's SQE manuals ReviseSQE revision guides Link to transc...

What is the Bachelor of Civil Law (BCL) graduate program at Oxford? How and when should you apply? Join me for this episode with Elena Meier who has just finished studying the BCL at the University of Oxford. The BCL is described by Oxford as a world-renowned taught graduate course in law, designed to serve outstanding law students from common law backgrounds. It is a popular route for aspiring ba...

How is the law and podcasting industry linked? How can these different sectors benefit one another? Join me for this episode with Robert Ingalls, CEO of the podcast LawPods. Robert transitioned from working as an attorney, to running and hosting the hugely successful LawPods, a marketing podcast that services some of the biggest brands in law. Robert discusses how he realised his want for a career...