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Emerging legal voice and future trainee solicitor Nicole Wereko shares her inspiring journey into commercial law — shaped by service, self-awareness, and the confidence to lead with empathy. A must-listen episode of The Lawyer Files. — 🎙️ In this episode of The Lawyer Files , I sit down with Nicole Wereko — future trainee solicitor at Clyde & Co , University of Sussex law student, and student...

Emerging legal voice and future trainee solicitor Seyi Erinle shares his thoughtful path into commercial law — shaped by criminology, cross-cultural perspective, and the discipline to aim high even after rejection. A must-listen episode of The Lawyer Files . — 🎙️ In this episode of The Lawyer Files , I sit down with Seyi Erinle — future trainee solicitor at Herbert Smith Freehills , Law & Crim...

Emerging legal voice and future trainee solicitor Humna shares her inspiring route into commercial law — shaped by intellectual curiosity, cultural identity, and the discipline of a black belt mindset. A must-listen episode of The Lawyer Files. — 🎙️ In this episode of The Lawyer Files , I sit down with Humna — future trainee solicitor at Charles Russell Speechlys , King’s College London Philosophy...

Emerging legal mind and Trainee Solicitor Kiran Banerjee shares his thoughtful journey into commercial law — shaped by curiosity, resilience, and a strategic mindset built through study, rejection, and real-world insight. A must-listen episode of The Lawyer Files . —🎙️ In this episode of The Lawyer Files , I sit down with Kiran Banerjee — trainee solicitor at a top US law firm, Warwick Law graduat...

Emerging legal voice and solicitor apprentice Desiree Obioma shares her powerful journey into the profession — shaped by resilience, real-world experience, and a refusal to let fear decide her future. A must-listen episode of The Lawyer Files . — 🎙️ In this episode of The Lawyer Files , I sit down with Desiree Obioma — solicitor apprentice at Addleshaw Goddard, former paralegal apprentice, and a s...

Emerging legal talent and paralegal Adriana Zahirović shares her multidimensional journey into the legal profession — shaped by discipline, creativity, and a commitment to making law more accessible. A must-listen episode of The Lawyer Files . — 🎙️ In this episode of The Lawyer Files , I sit down with Adriana Zahirović — AML & Conflicts Paralegal at Mishcon de Reya, LLB First-Class graduate, L...

Emerging legal talent and future trainee solicitor McKelvin Debrah shares his journey into commercial law — shaped by resilience, strategic self-development, and a passion for opening doors for others. A must-listen episode of The Lawyer Files. — 🎙️ In this episode of The Lawyer Files , I sit down with McKelvin Debrah — Future Trainee Solicitor at Mishcon de Reya, Warwick graduate, and a standout...

Emerging legal talent and community advocate Oluwatobi Oso shares her journey into law — grounded in intention, resilience, and quiet discipline. A must-listen episode of The Lawyer Files. — 🎙️ In this episode of The Lawyer Files, I sit down with Oluwatobi Oso — a Paralegal at DWF, LLM and LPC graduate with distinction, and a thoughtful voice on growth, volunteering, and navigating the early stage...

Head of Prosecutions and mentor Stephanie Ezechukwu shares her journey to shaping national legal policy — blending leadership, representation, and faith. A must-listen episode of The Lawyer Files . ---- 🎙️ In this episode of The Lawyer Files , I sit down with Stephanie Ezechukwu — Head of Prosecutions at the DVSA, former Home Office Senior Policy Advisor, SQE student, and advocate for representati...

Trainee Legal Advisor and public speaker Titomi Sokoya shares her journey from Gatehouse Chambers to the CAB, blending faith, advocacy, and community impact. A powerful episode of The Lawyer Files. --- 🎙️ In this episode of The Lawyer Files , I sit down with Titomi Sokoya — trainee legal advisor, public speaker, mezzo-soprano singer , and advocate for mentorship and representation in the legal fie...

Freshfields Trainee Associate Eve Brooks shares her journey into law, overcoming imposter syndrome, and embracing opportunity. A candid legal career episode on The Lawyer Files.---- 🎙️ In this episode of The Lawyer Files , I’m joined by Eve Brooks , a Trainee Associate at Magic Circle firm Freshfields , to talk about confidence, imposter syndrome, and learning to say yes to opportunity. Her legal...

Asiyah Randera, award-winning trainee solicitor, shares her honest journey through law school, mentorship, and radical rest. An empowering episode of The Lawyer Files.---- 🎙️ In this powerful episode of The Lawyer Files , I sit down with Asiyah Randera — an award-winning trainee solicitor and outspoken advocate for mentorship, representation, and radical rest . From being a first-generation univer...

Gloria Mapamboli shares her journey from CITI Bank to the House of Commons, balancing motherhood and career growth. A powerful public sector story on The Lawyer Files podcast. --- 🎙️ In this episode of The Lawyer Files , I sit down with Gloria Mapamboli , an Enquiry Executive Apprentice at the House of Commons and passionate advocate for young working mothers . Her journey — from corporate finance...

Ukrainian solicitor Viktoriia Ishcheriakova shares her journey from advocate in Ukraine to LLM candidate in the UK, offering insights on law, migration, and resilience. A legal podcast by The Lawyer Files.--- 🎙️ In this episode of The Lawyer Files , I’m joined by Viktoriia Ishcheriakova — a Ukrainian solicitor (advocate) , legal academic, and LLM candidate at the University of Sunderland — to expl...

Megan Leckie, trainee solicitor and co-founder of Women in Law Kent, shares her story, advocacy work, and advice for neurodiverse aspiring lawyers. A UK legal podcast from The Lawyer Files. --- 🎙️ In this episode of The Lawyer Files , I sit down with Megan Leckie , a Trainee Solicitor at Tucker Solicitors and Co-Founder of Women in Law Kent , to explore her inspiring journey through the legal prof...

🎙️ In this episode of The Lawyer Files , I’m joined by Kat Moody , an Associate Solicitor at Richard Reed Solicitors , for a deep dive into her legal career and what it really takes to thrive in the profession. We cover: ✅ Kat’s personal journey into law and how she overcame early challenges ✅ What makes a junior solicitor stand out in today’s legal market ✅ Insights into her current practice a...

In this episode of The Lawyer Files , I sit down with Charity Mafuba to explore her inspiring legal journey — from her early interest in law and experience at law school, to specialising in Banking & Finance and eventually qualifying in New York . We talk through the challenges she overcame, how she stays motivated, and her approach to long-term career planning. If you're a law student , a...