The LawCareers.Net Podcast

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The LawCareers.Net Podcast

The LawCareers.Net Podcast brings you everything you need to know about becoming a lawyer. From acing applications to wowing recruiters, let us give you the latest advice about getting into law.

  1. COMMERCIAL CONNECT: Gatwick runway, Instagram Reels app, AI-related job cuts, Sky piracy

    FEB 28

    COMMERCIAL CONNECT: Gatwick runway, Instagram Reels app, AI-related job cuts, Sky piracy

    In the latest episode of COMMERCIAL CONNECT, Ellie and Dimitar from LawCareers.Net discuss some recent business and commercial news stories, including Gatwick Airport's second runway project, DBS Bank's plans to cut 4,000 temporary roles due to AI integration, Instagram potentially launching Reels as a standalone app and Sky's accusation of Amazon's failure to prevent piracy on its Fire TV Sticks. Listen for a bitesize boost of commercial awareness! LawCareers.Net's Commercial awareness hub: www.lawcareers.net/commercial-awareness The commercial news round-ups are posted every Thursday on our News section: www.lawcareers.net/Explore/News Trending commercial issues to know about in 2025: https://www.lawcareers.net/Explore/Features/18022025-Trending-commercial-issues-to-know-about-in-2025 Wrestle with PESTLE: impact of AI on the legal field: https://www.lawcareers.net/Explore/LCNSays/Wrestle-with-PESTLE-impact-of-AI-on-the-legal-field Find out more about studying at The University of Law: link.lawcareers.net/ULawPodcast

    6 min
  2. Practice Area Profile: construction and engineering - with Charles Russell Speechlys LLP

    12/05/2024

    Practice Area Profile: construction and engineering - with Charles Russell Speechlys LLP

    In this Practice Area Profile episode, we speak to partner Francis Ho about his career in construction and engineering law at Charles Russell Speechlys and how this has evolved over the years. He talks about how his skills are applicable worldwide, his role in advising on contractual positions and how technology and changes in building regulations have transformed the construction industry. 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 here: https://www.lawcareers.net/Solicitors/SolicitorPracticeAreas/Construction-engineering Find out more about training at Charles Russell Speechlys with the firm's LawCareers.Net profile: https://www.lawcareers.net/Solicitors/Charles-Russell-Speechlys-LLP Music: Tape Star by Shane Ivers - www.silvermansound.com

    18 min
  3. Practice Area Profile: social housing finance – with Devonshires Solicitors

    11/25/2024

    Practice Area Profile: social housing finance – with Devonshires Solicitors

    In this Practice Area Profile episode, Devonshires' partner Natalie Swales outlines how she picked an area of law to qualify into, big-ticket deals and making partner, and the hot topics that influence her social housing finance work, including ESG. 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 here: https://www.lawcareers.net/Solicitors/SolicitorPracticeAreas/Social-housing-finance Find out about training at Devonshires Solicitors with the firm’s LawCareers.Net profile: https://www.lawcareers.net/Solicitors/Devonshires Music: Tape Star by Shane Ivers - www.silvermansound.com

    20 min
  4. Practice Area Profile: private client – with Charles Russell Speechlys LLP

    10/31/2024

    Practice Area Profile: private client – with Charles Russell Speechlys LLP

    In this Practice Area Profile episode, Charles Russell Speechlys LLP associate Millie Parrott shares her journey into private client law, highlighting the variety of work and client interactions that come with this practice area. Millie also discusses some of the interesting cases she’s worked on, including one involving an ultra-high net-worth individual. Plus, she offers valuable advice for aspiring lawyers on choosing a career path. 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 here: https://www.lawcareers.net/Solicitors/SolicitorPracticeAreas/Private-client Find out about training at Charles Russell Speechlys LLP with the firm’s LawCareers.Net profile: https://www.lawcareers.net/Solicitors/Charles-Russell-Speechlys-LLP Music: Tape Star by Shane Ivers - www.silvermansound.com

    18 min
  5. Practice Area Profile: company & commercial – with Walker Morris LLP

    10/25/2024

    Practice Area Profile: company & commercial – with Walker Morris LLP

    In this Practice Area Profile episode, Walker Morris LLP senior associate Ryan Doodson describes his journey into commercial and technology law, his advice for aspiring lawyers and his thoughts on how AI is affecting the profession. 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. Find out about training at Walker Morris LLP with the firm’s LawCareers.Net profile: https://www.lawcareers.net/Solicitors/Walker-Morris You can read the full written Practice Area Profile here: https://www.lawcareers.net/Solicitors/SolicitorPracticeAreas/Company-commercial Music: Tape Star by Shane Ivers - www.silvermansound.com

    13 min
  6. Practice Area Profile: employment – with Lewis Silkin

    09/30/2024

    Practice Area Profile: employment – with Lewis Silkin

    In this Practice Area Profile episode, Lewis Silkin partner Paul Gillen talks about his journey from HR management to employment law partner, the employment rights landscape and the importance of emotional intelligence. 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 here: https://www.lawcareers.net/Solicitors/SolicitorPracticeAreas/Employment-pensions-incentives Find out about training at Lewis Silkin LLP with the firm’s LawCareers.Net profile: www.lawcareers.net/Solicitors/Lewis-Silkin Music: Tape Star by Shane Ivers - www.silvermansound.com

    22 min
  7. Episode 41: the past, present and future of women in law – with Dana Denis-Smith

    09/23/2024

    Episode 41: the past, present and future of women in law – with Dana Denis-Smith

    In this episode we speak to Dana Denis-Smith, CEO of Obelisk Support and founder of the First 100 Years, about her journey from journalist to lawyer. We chat about why Dana launched the First 100 Years, the mission behind Obelisk Support, the future of the legal profession for women and the new scholarship campaign – Paving the Way. Find out more about the Paving the Way scholarship campaign: https://www.lawcareers.net/Explore/News/Next-100-Years-launches-new-scholarship-campaign-20032024 Read Dana's thoughts on the values of the next generation of lawyers and whether law firms will rise to the challenge to meet these needs: https://www.lawcareers.net/Explore/LCNSays/Next-generation-want-employers-that-match-their-values-will-law-firms-rise-to Plus, we take a look at three women who've changed the legal industry in this Feature, including Dana: https://www.lawcareers.net/Explore/LCNSays/The-women-who-changed-the-legal-industry Find out more about studying at The University of Law: https://link.lawcareers.net/ULawPodcast

    35 min
  8. Practice Area Profile: private equity – with Ropes & Gray International LLP

    09/19/2024

    Practice Area Profile: private equity – with Ropes & Gray International LLP

    In this Practice Area Profile episode, Ropes & Gray International LLP associate Emilio Fabrizi describes his journey into private equity law, his career highlight so far and how he sees the legal industry developing in the future. 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 here: https://www.lawcareers.net/Solicitors/SolicitorPracticeAreas/Private-equity Find out about training at Ropes & Gray International LLP with the firm’s LawCareers.Net profile: https://www.lawcareers.net/Solicitors/Ropes-Gray-International-LLP Music: Tape Star by Shane Ivers - www.silvermansound.com

    13 min
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    The LawCareers.Net Podcast brings you everything you need to know about becoming a lawyer. From acing applications to wowing recruiters, let us give you the latest advice about getting into law.

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