The LawCareers.Net Podcast

In this fourth episode of our commercial news series, COMMERCIAL CONNECT, LawCareers. Net’s Niamh Gray talks us through recent events that have caught our eye. From pardoning previously criminalised acts of homosexuality, to interest rates, to students graduating with blank pieces of paper, Niamh covers the stories everyone's talking about this summer. If you want to explore other commercial issue...

In the third episode of our COMMERCIAL CONNECT series LawCareers. Net’s Niamh Gray analyses the likely impacts of Skipton Building Society's new no deposit mortgage initiative. They discuss what the political, economic, social, legal and environmental factors are, and why it all matters when it comes to being commercially aware. If you want to explore these factors on other issues check out our ex...

In this second episode of our new series, COMMERCIAL CONNECT, LawCareers. Net’s Niamh Gray runs through the top commercial stories of the month. From the Renters Reform Bill, to PwC Australia's tax scandal, to cryptocurrency we uncover why it all matters when it comes to being commercially aware. If you want to explore other commercial issues check out our explanation of the PESTLE method: www.law...

In this first episode of our new series, COMMERCIAL CONNECT, LawCareers. Net’s Niamh Gray runs through the impact of the UK strikes, what the political, economic, social, legal and environmental factors are, and why it all matters when it comes to being commercially aware. If you want to explore these factors on other issues check out our explanation of the PESTLE method: https://www.lawcareers.ne...

In this Practice Area Profile episode, Bolt Burdon Kemp LLP partner Caroline Klage discusses her career in the child brain injury team, the kinds of issues she works on and what work experience aspiring clinical negligence solicitors should attain. Listen to gain an insight into what it’s really like to work in this area and find out what you should know before you launch your legal career. You ca...

In this episode Niamh Gray (they/them) speaks to real estate lawyer Danni Davies (they/them) from Latham & Watkins and tax associate Michael Tushingham (he/him) from Gowling WLG (UK) LLP about life as an LGBTQ+ lawyer. They share their experiences of being LGBTQ+ in the legal profession and offer insight into running LGBTQ+ networks at leading law firms. Danni and Michael reveal their thoughts on...

In this episode we speak to Iko and Beth, trainee solicitors from Brighton & Hove City Council, about their training contract in local government. They share their experiences and thoughts on what it’s like to train in-house at a local council and how this route differs from entering into private practice. It’s a fantastic episode about a legal career you might not have yet considered. Read Iko an...

Ex-law firm partner, magic circle lawyer and career coach Helen Pamely discusses why it’s so important to build a long and sustainable career, avoiding burnout, dealing with imposter syndrome and preparing yourself to enter the legal world. We also discuss toxic productivity on social media and mental health and wellbeing in the legal profession. For practising and aspiring lawyers alike, this is...

In this Practice Area Profile episode, Mills & Reeve LLP associate Chloe Gibson describes her journey into commercial real estate, the importance of soft skills and her career highlight so far. Listen to gain an insight into what it’s really like to work in this area, and find out the things you should know before you launch your legal career. You can read the full written practice area profile he...

In this episode we speak to Peter Crisp, pro vice chancellor at The University of Law (ULaw) all about the Legal Practice Course (LPC). Peter explains how the LPC works, how it prepares students for practising law, how it’s assessed, as well as the benefits of studying the LPC with ULaw. Plus, Peter explains why students should choose to study the LPC before the new SQE route becomes mandatory. Yo...

Sign up to LawCareers. Net now! https://www.lawcareers.net/MyLCN/Register We speak to Bar student Dani the Barrister about her journey to becoming a barrister – including what the Bar course entails, pupillage applications and how to secure a scholarship to fund your studies. Follow Dani on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCme8pz3ZEfhpqaQ426grptw Find out more about becoming a barrister w...

Sign up to LawCareers. Net now! https://www.lawcareers.net/MyLCN/Register In this episode we speak to private client lawyer Anna Casey-Woodward (they/them) and consultant solicitor and collaborative family lawyer Bridget Garrood (she/her). They share their experiences of being LGBTQ+ in the legal profession, open up about their journeys into law and the obstacles they’ve faced, as well as offering...

Sign up to LawCareers. Net now! https://www.lawcareers.net/MyLCN/Register In this episode we speak to blogger and aspiring lawyer Phil Steventon from The Neurodivergent Lawyer blog. He shares his experiences and insight into neurodiversity, including how it might impact people’s journey to becoming a lawyer, how the profession can become more inclusive, and the benefits and advantages of being neu...

Sign up to LawCareers. Net now! https://www.lawcareers.net/MyLCN/Register In this episode we speak to Nikesh Tiwari and Sarah Nadia from the University of Bristol Law Club (UBLC) all about mooting. Mooting is a really valuable activity to get involved in – it can boost your confidence and help you along with your future career. We cover what mooting is, how to develop your skills, tips for novice...

Sign up to LawCareers. Net now! https://www.lawcareers.net/MyLCN/Register In this episode, we speak to Emma Dennis, diversity and Inclusion manager at international law firm Gowling WLG (UK) LLP. We talk about what’s happening in the legal profession in terms of diversity and inclusion (D&I) and, more specifically, what Gowling is doing in this area. Plus Emma shares her tips for aspiring lawyers...

Dive into the interesting and developing world of environmental law as we speak to environmental lawyer Caroline Bush from Osborne Clarke. We discuss Caroline's work, which includes decarbonisation, net zero and biodiversity net gain, as well as upcoming changes to the law, and what advice her clients are seeking in this area. Plus, Caroline shares her advice for those interested in getting into e...

In this episode we speak to Nadine Allen, trainee at Linklaters, about her journey to a training contract, how to navigate work experience (including securing paralegal roles), preparing for interviews, processing rejection, and how to make the most of your time at university. Plus Nadine explains what the STARR+ method is and how it will help you elevate your applications and answers at interview...

In this episode, we speak to Demi Rixon about her experiences of pursuing a legal career as a disabled candidate – this includes discussing the importance of open lines of communication between managers and employees, being treated as an individual, and how disability is missed off many firms’ Diversity & Inclusion agendas. Plus, we chat about how the pandemic has impacted people with disabilities...

“Sometimes it’s the simplest of stuff that can make the biggest of differences in the delivery of legal services.” In this episode we speak to Peter Wright, solicitor and managing director of boutique law firm Digital Law. We discuss the differences between a boutique and full service law firm, the rise of data law and how Digital Law works with students to change the face of what a lawyer might l...

In this episode we speak to the president of the University of Nottingham Pro Bono Society, Anagha Jadhav, all about pro bono work – including what it is, and why aspiring lawyers should get involved at an early stage of their legal careers. Plus, we talk about time management and the damaging effects of toxic productivity. Are you signed up to LawCareers. Net? You'll receive our LCN Weekly newsle...

In this episode we speak to future trainee Emily Digby about virtual vacation schemes, what it’s like to be a socially mobile candidate entering the legal profession and more generally, diversity and inclusion in law firms. Plus Emily shares her top tips and common mistakes that she sees in law firm applications. Are you signed up to LawCareers. Net? You'll receive our LCN Weekly newsletter plus g...

In this episode we run through some useful and practical tips for making law firm applications - this will be especially useful for those of you making training contract applications this spring and summer. Are you signed up to LawCareers. Net? You'll receive our LCN Weekly newsletter plus gain access to MyLCN - the perfect place to store your legal career research! Register here: Sign up to LawCa...

In this special bonus episode of The LawCareers. Net Podcast, we take a look at multinational law firm Osborne Clarke LLP, who took home the award for ‘Best Trainer – National/Large Regional Firm’ at last year’s LawCareers. Net Training & Recruitment Awards. We speak to partner Mark Wesker, associate Katy Godwin and graduate recruitment manager Zoe Reid, about what you can expect from a training c...

If you’re making a legal application, you need to demonstrate the key skills needed to be a good lawyer. In this episode, we speak to Simranjeet Kaur Mann about how she put key skills into her applications, and she shares her tips on making successful law firm applications. Plus, we chat about the differences between showing off and being clear, and talking about legal and non-legal work experienc...

We’re back talking about commercial awareness! LawCareers. Net’s Bethany Wren and Matthew Broadbent sit down to chat about why commercial awareness is so important, how law firms operate as businesses, how to talk about commercial awareness issues on applications and at interview, and ways to develop your commercial awareness during the pandemic. Find out more about studying at the University of L...