Law Talks

Pupillage Gateway Applications: Written Forms, Chamber Research, and Interview Prep with Mary Collingridge Mary Collingridge, a criminal pupil barrister at 9BR Chambers, shares her route from an LLB at Warwick and the Bar Practice Course with a pro bono LLM at the University of Law to industry roles in county court advocacy and probation sentence management, before starting an 18-month pupillage a...

In this episode of Law Talks, Ellie is joined by Esther Jopling, a current Bar student at City Law School and UCL first-class law graduate, who received a Middle Temple Bar Course Scholarship. They discuss how applicants first hear about Inn scholarships, choosing an Inn based on application and interview format (including Middle Temple’s lack of a paper sift), and how to approach the written appl...

Neha Dhaun shares her career journey from a training contract at Slaughter and May to competition and consumer law roles at the Competition and Markets Authority and now in-house at Sainsbury’s. She explains what competition and consumer law involve, how her interests developed at university, and the key differences between working in private practice, at a regulator, and in-house. Neha also discu...

Oxford Senior Status Law: Joshua Cobler on LNAT, Interviews, International Considerations and Career Planning Joshua Cobler describes his roundabout route into law from the US, studying anthropology and then a master’s in European politics before completing Oxford’s senior status law degree at Harris Manchester College. He explains the UCAS application process, differences between UK and US person...

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...