The Legal Eagle Podcast

Failure. Burnout. Purpose. Growth. Join us as we speak with Shireena Shroff Manchharam, founder of Sheens Consulting and certified life coach, about turning setbacks into opportunities, overcoming burnout, and building a life driven by purpose. A candid conversation on resilience, success, and the lessons that shape us. Podcast Producers: Sarah-Mae Thomas and Faith Kristiani Boy Find us here:  ⁠⁠⁠...

In this podcast episode, Professor Lee Pey Woan, Dean of SMU Law, reflects on her journey into academia and the key lessons that have shaped her distinguished career. We also explore the rise of AI in the legal profession, how it is transforming practice, and what aspects of a lawyer’s role will remain uniquely human. Looking ahead, she shares her perspective on the skills and mindsets that will d...

In our previous conversation, Iman Ibrahim — former divorce lawyer and founder of the Over It Club — walked us through the role of divorce coaching and how it bridges the gap between legal clarity and emotional clarity.   In this episode, we turn the spotlight on another challenge close to home: burnout in the legal profession, especially among young lawyers.   Iman explains why burnout is about f...

Had a great conversation with Shobna Chandran who is an absolute powerhouse in the commercial disputes arena here in Singapore. We talk about running a firm, walking with integrity and strength. Shobna shares her amazing insights into how women do not strive for perfection but aim for progression. Tune in as she shares powerful insights into how one should not give up before a problem arises. Tune...

In this episode, we speak with Sophie Mather, Corporate Partner at Linklaters and Chairperson of Babes Pregnancy Crisis Support Ltd (Babes), a charity supporting pregnant teenagers in Singapore. We explore why access to timely, reliable support matters, how stigma and judgement can shape a young person’s options, and what it looks like in practice to create asafe, neutral, judgement-free space in...

In this episode, we are deeply honoured to welcome  Justice Judith Prakash , Singapore’s first female  Judge of the Court of Appeal  and  Her World’s Woman of the Year 2024 . Justice Prakash has had an extraordinary legal journey — from starting her career under the legendary  David Marshall , to breaking multiple glass ceilings and shaping Singapore’s judiciary. Appointed to the Supreme Court Ben...

Divorce isn’t just a legal process — it’s an emotional and life-changing journey. In this episode, we sit down with Iman Ibrahim, a former divorce lawyer who has practiced in both London and Singapore, and now founder of the Over It Club, where she works as a burnout and divorce coach.   With nearly 20 years of experience guiding clients through separation, Iman explains why legal clarity doesn’t...

In this episode, we sit down with Dean Leslie Chew SC, former Senior District Judge and Senior Counsel, and founding Dean of SUSS Law, to explore Singapore’s legal evolution and the future of the profession. He reflects on his journey from the bench to academia, sharing insights on judicial innovation, legal education, and the rise of AI in practice. Professor Chew discusses how mentorship, curric...

Code-switching, Court Rooms and Cultural Identity.     In this episode we talk about the challenges faced by many individuals who might have grown up in a different country but have come back to another country to live and work as adults. Sometimes, feelings of self-worth or identity can come under attack, especially when you have a more fluid concept of where home is.    We talk about the power o...

In this episode, we explore Singapore's rising divorce rates and the potential of pre-marital counselling to strengthen marriages. With 7,118 divorces and annulments in 2023 alone, it's time to rethink marriage preparation. Our special guest, Concetta Arnese from Alliance Counselling, shares her insights on how pre-marital counselling can equip couples with the tools needed to navigate marital cha...

Tune in as we dissect Singapore’s latest change in 2024 to family law – the No Fault Divorce scheme and its impact on the Singapore society. Joined by Professor Paulin Tay Straughan , a thought-provoking discussion on the evolving landscape of marriage and divorce ensues. From shifting cultural norms to legal ramifications, delve into how this legislation is reshaping relationships and family dyna...

Join us as we tackle the topic of International Child Abduction with Kim Lehal, Partner and Head of International Children at RWK Goodman London.   Expect insightful conversations on the ‘how’s and ‘why’s of Child Abduction, common myths, and interesting real-life cases. Podcast Episode Producers: Tan Wei Lin and Danielle Kwok Find us here:  Instagram  |  Facebook  |  LinkedIn

In this episode I speak to Eugene who is a superstar lawyer who runs his own law firm and sells coffee machines as a side hustle. In this episode we explore how we can practice law effectively and still have side hustle(s). Tune in to this interesting conversation as Eugene shares on how to he sparks joy in his legal career. Special Promo code for listeners: Sarahmae @ https://thelawfulgood.sg to...

Happy New Year Everyone! I am so excited to kick off 2022 with a new podcast series called ‘Barrister to Barista’ where we hear stories of featured Singapore lawyers who have ventured out into the coffee scene and pursued a coffee business. Denise Lum is a former corporate lawyer at Shearman & Sterling LLP and is now a proud co-founder of Maxi Coffee Bar here in Singapore. Denise graduated fro...

Let’s talk about it! Welcome to our new podcast series where we have short conversations with our guests on the latest trending law topics here in Singapore and around the world. In this episode, I am joined by my legal intern Kok Chee, a Year 2 law student at National University of Singapore (NUS). We will be discussing whether children do, and should get a say during divorce proceedings. Tune in...

Let’s talk about it! Welcome to our new podcast series where we have short conversations with our guests on the latest trending law topics here in Singapore and around the world. In this episode, I am joined by my legal intern Michelle Lynn Fernandez, we will be discussing an area where some critics might say the current scheme is too female-centric, and does not reflect changing norms and paradig...

Let’s talk about it! Welcome to our new podcast series where we have short conversations with our guests on the latest trending law topics here in Singapore and around the world. In this episode, I am joined by my legal intern Matthew Chu, a Year 3 law student at Singapore Management University (SMU). We will be discussing physical discipline in the context of family law - looking at current socie...

Let’s talk about it! Welcome to our new podcast series where we have short conversations with our guests on the latest trending law topics here in Singapore and around the world. In this episode, I am joined by my legal intern Eileen Lim, a Year 3 law student at Singapore Management University (SMU). We will be discussing the concept of sole custody - specifically couples, whether they are married...

Let’s talk about it! Welcome to our new podcast series where we have short conversations with our guests on the latest trending law topics here in Singapore and around the world. In this episode, I am joined by Danisha Thadani who is a qualified lawyer with a keen interest in family law. We will be discussing the rights of unmarried couples who have children - in relation to child maintenance, ass...

Let’s talk about it! Welcome to our new podcast series where we have short conversations with our guests on the latest trending law topics here in Singapore and around the world. Is it time to do away with “Dear Sirs”? The Singapore legal industry has certainly seen more female practitioners today than before. We can do better by not addressing and grouping all female practitioners into a standard...

Let’s talk about it! Welcome to our new podcast series where we have short conversations with our guests on the latest trending law topics here in Singapore and around the world. Singapore is in discussion to adopt a no-fault divorce principle. Will this help to make divorce processes less hostile between parties? With the UK implementing something similar this year, we hear it from Sonny’s perspe...

In this final law and technology episode, our guest is from Manchester, England in United Kingdom. Eimear McCann is a former lawyer who is currently Head of Strategy at Summize and a visiting Lecturer at the University of Law. Eimear was always up for the challenge and wanted to be a part of the ongoing digital revolution. She saw passion and energy in the legal-tech space and knew that new and up...

In this new law & technology episode, our special guest is from the San Francisco Bay area in California, USA. Erin Levine is the CEO of Hello Divorce and Levine Family Law Group, a certified family law specialist, a Duke law & tech accelerator grand prize winner and a mother to two beautiful children.  Erin inspires us all with running her own legal tech company despite not having a...

In this new episode of Law and Technology series, I got to interview Kelly Forbes, Co-Founder and Director of the AI Asia Pacific Institute, a non-profit, independent organisation working to build an inclusive and responsible AI ecosystem. She is also a dual qualified lawyer (Common and Civil Law) and has led the International Law Association (ILA) as President of the Victorian Chapter in Australi...

In this new episode of Law and Technology series, I got to interview Ana María Alvarez, a dynamic individual whom I had connected with at a FLIP (Future Legal Innovation Program) networking event here in Singapore. She is a qualified lawyer in Colombia and practiced for 2.5 years before shifting her career to the legal tech space.  Ana aspired for a better story and launched a legal tech chal...