Law Talks

Equal pay - what are the barriers to equalising the gender pay gap? Join me for this episode with Rich Nichols, who represented Hope Solo in her claim against the US Soccer Federation for violation of the Equal Pay Act and Title VII wage discrimination.  Rich details his extensive career in sports law and discusses his recent book ‘ All Things Being Equal : The Genesis, Costs, and Aftermath o...

Want to learn more about US law? What does it take to found your own law firm? Thomas Frank details his career as a US attorney, specialising in commercial litigation. We discuss Thomas’ experience as a judicial law clerk at the Supreme Court of the State of New York which helped to prepare him for his successful career. Thomas explains the decisions and resilience behind the launch of his law fir...

Are you a current undergraduate law student? Would you like to have your work published?  Join me to learn more about the Oxford University Undergraduate Law Journal, from current second year student Saloni Sanwalka, who is this year's editor. We discuss the aim of the journal, its publication requirements and advice for any law student aspiring to be published.  Want to feature on Law T...

What does legal technology and innovation actually mean?  Is the legal profession effectively promoting Diversity, Equity and Inclusion? Join me for this interview with Emily Cox, as she describes her diverse role as an embedded employment associate at Womble Bond Dickinson.  Enjoying Law Talks? You can keep up to date on all our latest legal updates by following our  Inst...

Join us for this episode of Law Talks, with Lefteris Papagiannakis, the Director of the Greek Council for Refugees. Lefteris explains the legal problems that refugees face in Greece and the role of the Council in providing legal assistance. Enjoying Law Talks? You can keep up to date on all our latest legal updates by following our Instagram (@lawtalkspodcast) and LinkedIn .   Want to feature...

Want to know more about international legal volunteering opportunities?   In this episode, hear from Global Brigades Chapter Coordinator Alexandra, who discusses her role within the non-profit. Student volunteers detail their experiences and insights from volunteering in Greece.    Learn more about Global Brigades and get involved.   Enjoying Law Talks? You can keep up to date...

Curious about US law? What is a criminal attorney? Join us for this episode of Law Talks, with US guest Allison Margolin who describes her career as a specialist cannabis licensing and law attorney. Read Allison’s book ‘ Just Dope: A Leading Attorney's Personal Journey Inside the War on Drugs ’ to learn more about this fascinating legal issue. Enjoying Law Talks? You can keep up to date on all our...

Lawyers working in-house  account for around a quarter  of the UK’s practicing solicitors. Yet, understanding the difference between in-house and private practice can be challenging.   In this episode, we’re joined by Polly West, Senior Legal Counsel at Harrods. Starting off her legal career at Taylor Wessing, Polly later transitioned to an in-house role. She shares her experience o...

Robbie Mullett is a Future Trainee Solicitor at Herbert Smith Freehills. But, you might know him from Made in Chelsea. A first-class Law graduate from University College London, Robbie balanced studying alongside his role on the reality TV show. On TV, Robbie has been open about his sexuality to a rather vulnerable extent, holding uncomfortable conversations for queer visability. In this episode,...

Want to apply for Training Contracts and Vacation Schemes but don’t know where to start? Keep getting rejected but aren’t sure where you’re going wrong?   Paul Gascoyne is the Senior Recruitment Manager at Shearman & Sterling. Having reviewed thousands of applications, Paul shares his tips on navigating these applications.   We find out the most common mistake that prevents applicant...

The person most likely to kill you is your partner, your parent or your child. Why? In this episode, Ellie and Katie are joined by William Clegg KC – one of the most celebrated advocates of the English bar. The go-to barrister for complex murder and fraud cases, William has fought in over 100 murder cases.  His memoir, 'Under the Wig,' serves as the backdrop for our discussion. Going beyond a...

With a focus on the Scott's-qualified route, Trainee Solicitor Marina Aspinall provides valuable insights into the realities of starting a legal career in commercial law. Marina provides an account of her legal journey so far, right from securing her Training Contract, up to the day-to-day life of a Trainee Solicitor. We delve into typical tasks and responsibilities of a Trainee and address some o...

In a field where law firms are inundated with applications, it's not just important, but essential, to stand out from the crowd. We're shifting gears for this episode: Katie takes a retrospective journey through past episodes, assembling all the invaluable advice from our brilliant guests. This episode covers everything you need to know, from the art of drafting a standout written application...

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The process for becoming a lawyer in the Royal Navy is unique. Distinct from the other military services, even if a student is qualified, they must first serve in a core naval role before they can go through legal selection. In this episode, Ellie is joined by Piers Benton. A Royal Navy Logistics Officer, Piers is currently studying the Postgraduate Diploma in Law at the University of Law in order...

Ever wondered if a career an US attorney is as glamorous as depicted in Suits? Spoiler alert: it's not. But, it’s nothing short of thrilling.  In this episode, Ellie is joined by Manhattan-based attorney Paul Edelstein, who compares his real-life experiences to the fictional portrayals seen in shows like Suits. We trace Paul's journey from his early fascination with the law in childhood, thro...

In this episode, Katie is joined by Amelia Platton - a now Trainee Solicitor at a Magic Circle firm and founder of the ND Lawyer Project. Amelia's exceptional efforts in leveraging social media to promote her cause earned her the Legal Cheek Award for 'Best Use of Social Media' in 2022. The ND Lawyer Project has achieved phenomenal success, culminating in the creation of the Solicitors Regulation...

In this episode, Ellie and Katie discuss their current routes into a legal career. From the LNAT exam, to studying law, and securing hands-on legal experience through mini pupillages, vacation schemes, and training contracts, no topic is off limits. Whether you're a law student or just considering a career in law, this discussion will provide valuable insights and information to help guide you on...

Dana is leading the way in driving innovation in the legal industry. Dana is CEO of Obelisk Support - the world’s largest freelance legal services provider that uses ex-City lawyers to provide quality, flexible and affordable legal support to law firms and in-house teams, with a mission to support top lawyers with their personal commitments. In 2014, Dana founded the First 100 Years, a national ca...

In this episode of Law Talks, Ellie is joined by David Bentley KC and Maryam Mir. David is a criminal defence specialist whose practice encompasses a wide range of serious and complex crimes. In particular, he specialises in DNA and other forensic evidence. Maryam is a barrister at Doughty Street Chambers and is instructed in cases involving serious violence, conspiracy to supply fire arms, politi...

It’s no secret that securing a job in the legal industry is notoriously tough – from entry-level paralegal work, to a pupillage, or a training contract – with ghosting, rejection and a lack of feedback rife. In this episode of Law Talks, Ellie and Katie are joined by Ben Jackson. Ben is the Founder and Managing Director of Cogency – an HR consultancy with a focus on using systems and processes to...

In this episode of Law Talks, Ellie is joined by Roger Bamber. With over 30 years of experience, Roger is a Partner and joint head of the national family law team at Mills & Reeve, one of the largest in the UK. He specialises in complex financial cases and has recently been involved in one of the largest international trust cases brought before the High Court. Outside of his work, Roger has pr...

In this episode, Katie and Ellie are joined by Chloe Morgan, a full-time civil litigation solicitor and recently retired goalkeeper for Crystal Palace Football Club Women in the FA Women’s Championship. Having recently retired from football, Chloe hasn’t slowed down, starting her own girls, womxn and non-binary goalkeeper coaching company M-Power Goalkeeping. In addition to this, Chloe is an award...

In this episode, Ellie is joined by Hannah Sheen, a Future Trainee Solicitor. They discuss Hannah’s legal empowerment volunteering work with non-profit, Global Brigades (GB), including her recent experience in Honduras working with GB to provide legal aid support in rural communities. Hannah hopes that her passion for using the law to provide greater justice to those who cannot easily ac...

In this episode, Katie is joined by Jonathan Crow QC. They discuss the different stages of Jonathan’s award-winning career - for example, his role as First Treasury Council and Attorney General to the Prince of Wales. In addition, they discuss some of the high-level work that Jonathan has been involved in, from Guantanamo Bay to assisted suicide. Also, Jonathan e...