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Welcome to the latest episode of the podcast with criminal barrister, John Dove and Commercial solicitor, Hayley Crombleholme. In this episode John and Hayley discuss: - advocacy club and advocacy competitions- the default judgment and process for setting it aside - a Newton hearing - Transferring form a solicitor to a barrister, and much more! Enjoy!

In the latest episode criminal barrister John Dove and commercial solicitor Hayley Crombleholme talk all about the difference between barristers and solicitors and why some might choice on route over the other. The team also answer some questions posed to them from their listeners and they finish with a recap of upcoming Speed Mooting events! Enjoy!

In this brand new Speed Mooting, Conversations with Counsel podcast, criminal barrister John Dove, interviews former silk barrister and judge, His Honour Michael Stokes KC. In this podcast, we discuss Michael's career at the Bar, various cases he dealt with a judge and Michael gives lots of advice to aspiring and junior lawyers. Enjoy!

In this episode criminal barrister John Dove and commercial solicitor Hayley Crombleholme talk all about the journey to get pupillage and training contracts. They also discuss the latest drama with the criminal court and prison systems and, of course, Harry Potter and Formula One creeps in there too!

In this episode criminal barrister, John Dove and commercial solicitor, Hayley Crombleholme discuss (amongst other things!): - mooting - advocacy club and advocacy competitions - opportunities at the speakers club - commercial awareness; and - John's week at court.

In this episode, criminal barrister John and commercial solicitor Hayley talk about; their routes into law, their recent trips to London, common mistakes to avoid in advocacy and a first appearance in criminal litigation.

In this latest episode, criminal barrister, John Dove and commercial solicitor, Hayley Crombleholme, talk all things Mooting. They also discuss an exceptional hardship hearing, Harry Potter and the legal world and what is coming up at the Advocacy Club.

In the latest episode of the Partners in Crime Podcast; lawyers John and Hayley discuss the importance of work experience, both legal and non legal. They also discuss the difference between being a barrister and solicitors and the importance of networking in the legal industry.

This is the latest episode of the Partners in Crime Podcast, with the Speed Mooting team, John and Hayley, discussing the following: - updates on advocacy competitions; - updates on the advocacy club; - commercial awareness; - staying true to yourself in the legal profession; and much more. Enjoy!

Welcome to this introductory podcast episode with the Speed Mooting team: John Dove and Hayley Crombleholme.

On this episode of the podcast, John Dove is joined by Hannah Fountain. Hannah is a family law barrister at 2 New Street Chambers. Hannah has judged at a number of our competitions. During the podcast, Hannah discusses many topics including her route into law, provides advocacy advice and her position as a family law barrister. Hannah also answers the most important question: whether crisps belong...

On this episode of the podcast, John Dove is joined by Jas Dhaliwal. Jas is a barrister at Citadel Chambers. Jas has judged at many of our competitions and appeared on our panel sessions. During the podcast, Jas discusses many topics including his journey to the Bar, the differences in civil and criminal advocacy and shares tips on mooting. Jas also answers the most important question: whether cri...

If you are looking for ways to develop your mooting, there are some helpful tips shared in this video. Here at speed mooting, we regularly run fun mooting and advocacy competitions. Full details of what we do can be found on our website: speedmooting.com

On this episode of the podcast, John Dove is joined by Rebecca Reeves. Rebecca is a barrister at Cornwall Street Barristers Rebecca has judged at many of our competitions and appeared on our panel sessions. During the podcast, Rebecca talks about her journey to becoming a barrister, life as a barrister in addition to sharing tips on advocacy. Rebecca gives her view on the most important question:...

In this video that was recorded at the May 2023 Legal Advocacy Club session, Speed Mooting founder, John Dove, shares his top tips on how to perform a bail application along with general tips for submissions advocacy. In the video, John covers the following points: • How to begin your submissions • Structuring the application • How to structure the application • How to address the objections to ba...

On this episode of the podcast, John Dove is joined by Michael Trevelyan. Michael is a barrister at Cornwall Street Barristers Michael has judged at many of our competitions and appeared on our panel sessions. During the podcast, Michael discusses many topics including his route to the Bar, his current varied practise and provides some tips for aspiring barristers. Michael also answers the most im...

On this episode of the podcast, John Dove is joined by Matthew Parry. Matthew is a lecturer at Swansea Law School and was previously a solicitor advocate. Matthew has judged at many of our competitions. During the podcast, Matthew discusses many topics including his route into practice, tips for aspiring lawyers and what he enjoys about his current profession. Matthew also answers the most importa...

On this episode of the podcast, John Dove is joined by Jack Meek. Jack is an employed barrister at the Government Legal Department. Jack has judged at many of our competitions and appeared on several of our Q&A sessions. During the podcast, Jack discusses many topics including various jobs he completed before commencing pupillage, tips for pupillage applications and what he believes makes a go...

On this episode of the podcast, John Dove is joined by Ella Emblazon Ella is a criminal barrister at Broadway House Chambers. Ella competed in the National Speed Mooting Competition as a student as has judged at the competition as a practitioner. During the podcast, Ella discusses many topics including her route into law, tips for good advocacy and her current role. Ella also answers the most impo...

On this episode of the podcast, John Dove is joined by Darren Weir  Darren is a former criminal barrister and is currently a Senior Lecturer at Kent Law School.   Darren is also the founder of the KLS Thomson Reuters National Law Student Triathlon.  During the podcast, Darren discusses many topics including his route into law, tips for good advocacy, his current role and his no...

On this episode of the podcast, John Dove is joined by HHJ Nigel Lithman QC.    Nigel has been a criminal barrister, Crown Court Judge and Chairman of the Criminal Barrister's Association.    Nigel is also the author of the book, Nothing Like The Truth.    During the podcast, Nigel discusses many topics including why he went into law, what makes a good barrister, his...

In this video that was recorded at the April 2022 Advocacy Club session, Speed Mooting founder, John Dove, shares his top tips for debating. In the video, John covers the following points:  • Structure • Pace • Use of the voice • How to build an argument • Dealing with points of intervention • Eye contact • The use of notes  For more information on the Advocacy Club, visit speedmooting.c...

This Q&A Session features a panel of barristers and solicitor advocates answering questions relating to courtroom advocacy.    The panel features:  Khadim Al'Hassan                       Barrister at Park Square Chambers  Carl Woolf      &nb...

The aim of the event was to encourage those interested in a career as a judge to think about this option as early as possible. The event is ideal for practising lawyers and students alike.   The event starts with a talk from HHJ Anuja Dhir QC. Anuja sits as a judge in the Old Bailey. Anjua speaks about about her career and her route to becoming a judge.    There is then a...

In this episode, John Dove (Speed Mooting founder) is interview by Robert Allen (2020 National Speed Mooting Competition Champion and Mooting Officer at Middle Temple Students' Association).   Within the video, John talks about the history of the National Speed Mooting Competition, our current events and future plans.   John explains the format of our current competitions and e...