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In this episode, Partner Emma Bartlett and Trainee Solicitor Mitchell Blythe are joined by a special guest, Chris Paouros, who is the Co-Chair of Proud Lilywhites, the official Tottenham Hotspur LGBTQ+ Supporters Association, to discuss the following: 

1. Methods and initiatives for harnessing and bringing about change within organisations. 
2. Chris' love of Tottenham Hotspur and the inspiration behind founding an award-winning Football Supporters Association. 
3. The core principles and aims which are fundamental to the success of the Association. 
4. The recent 10th anniversary of the Proud Lilywhites and the video released to commemorate this milestone, which can be viewed here. 
5. Support from Tottenham Hotspur players past and present and the positive affect that this has on support for the Association.

This week is Neurodiversity Celebration Week, a global initiative that challenges stereotypes and misconceptions about neurological differences, with the aim to transform how neurodivergent individuals are perceived and supported.

In this podcast, Partner Emma Bartlett speaks to Maisie Lockyer, Associate at leading Family law firm Burgess Mee, about how important adjustments are to ensuring neurodiverse clients can participate in legal proceedings, instruct their lawyers and receive advice in the way that suits them best for their particular needs.

In particular, Emma and Maisie discuss:

Adjustments throughout the legal process: How adjustments may be required from the outset of an instruction from a neurodivergent client, through to preparation for trial or any hearings/meetings

Recognising vulnerabilities: Neurodiverse conditions can result in vulnerabilities for clients that can unfairly count against them when during a trial or meeting

Raising awareness in the legal profession: The importance for legal professionals to be aware of the potential need to make adjustments for neurodiverse clients and being proactive in this regard, promoting inclusivity and diversity

If you have any questions in relation to neurodiversity or if you wish to discuss any of the topics raised in this podcast, please contact Partner Emma Bartlett.

We are delighted to share with you a podcast focusing on 'Navigating the UK and US Regulatory Terrain of Off-Channel Communications'. Listen to the podcast and see below for further details.

Historically, it has been easier for employers to monitor record keeping and the contents of off-channel communications. This has become increasingly important as technology evolves and new platforms become available. In this interesting discussion, Wendi Lazar, C-Suite Strategies LLC (New York, USA), Sebastian Sayer, Fox Williams (London, UK) and Natalie A. Napierala, Carlton Fields (New York, USA), speak with Stuart Smith of CM Murray LLP about the actions taken by both US and UK regulators and the practical steps that firms can take to avoid fines. In particular, the panel discuss:

- An overview of the rules and sanctions applied by US regulators (SEC, CFTC and FINRA) and UK regulators (FCA and FSA) relating to violations for engaging in off-channel communications and the purpose of record keeping regulations.

- What response from these regulators are we likely to see going forward for breaches of record keeping regulations?

- Recommended strategies, procedures, training, and internal policies that can be put in place by employers to comply with the regulations.

- What is the best practice for employees and supervisors to comply with regulations and limit their own personal risk?

We are delighted to introduce the sixth episode of our Women in Sport Podcast, where we discuss developments, initiatives, and issues relating to women in sports and the associated legal implications.

In this episode, Partner Emma Bartlett and Trainee Solicitor Mitchell Blythe are joined by a special guest, Dee Bright, who is the Chair of SpursAbility, the Tottenham Hotspur Disabled Supports Association, to discuss the following:
1. Dee's background in the world of sport, including how she first became introduced to football by watching Wimbledon F.C., and her personal experience of inequality in the sport of horse racing.

2. What inspired Dee to get involved in with the Tottenham Hotspur Disabled Supporters Association, SpursAbility.

3. The groundbreaking accessibility and inclusivity services at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium and the user lead strategy as the driving force behind them.

4. The viral press conference moment between Tottenham Hotspur manager, Ange Postecoglou, and Dee's son.

5. The positive affect that the promotion of disability inclusion has on diversity and inclusion more generally in an organisation.

In this podcast recording, Partner Zulon Begum and leading international law firm management consultant, Moray McLaren discuss new research by the IBA's Law Firm Management Committee (LFMC) which explores recent trends in partner profit sharing, remuneration and reward. The research has been published by Harvard Law School and is available here: https://clp.law.harvard.edu/knowledge-hub/magazine/issues/the-perfect-partner/defining-the-perfect-partner/

Key discussion points from this podcast recording:

- Is there such a thing as a ‘perfect partner’ and how do you define them?
- Gaining a better definition of partner contribution with an increasing adoption of non-financial performance indicators
Introducing clearer guard rails and ensuring there is a fair process
- Diffusing tensions around partner remuneration discussions and avoiding barriers to change
- Providing leadership with “teeth” by revisiting and reinforcing governance
- Moving from partner evaluation to partner development
- A look to the future – how AI will move the goals posts on partner contribution and remuneration

If you have any questions arising from this podcast recording please contact Partner Zulon Begum.

We are delighted to introduce the fifth episode of our Women in Sport Podcast, where we discuss developments, initiatives, and issues relating to women in sports and the associated legal implications.

In this episode, Partner Emma Bartlett and Trainee Solicitor Mitchell Blythe are joined by a special guest, Sunday Times Grassroots Sportswoman of the Year 2020 and rugby player for Richmond Rugby, Zainab Alema to discuss the following:
1. Zainab's ambition of becoming the first Black Muslim woman to play for England Rugby and her progress so far in overcoming stereotypes.
2. The origin and meaning of her nickname 'The Bulldozer'.
3. The importance of representation in sport and Zainab's experience in meeting one of her sporting heroes, former England and Saracens W.R.F.C player, Maggie Alphonsi.
4. The new ground-breaking maternity, pregnant parent, and adoption policy unveiled by the Rugby Football Union (RFU) which seeks to promote the health and safety of rugby players and normalise motherhood in sport.
5. The future of women's rugby and Zainab's involvement in growing the women's game at a grass roots level, including her incredible project Studs in the Mud with the Atlas Charity.