100% Legal

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100% Legal is a podcast produced by the Aberdeen University Law Society.

  1. OCT 22

    Day In The Life Of a Trainee Solicitor at HSF Kramer | S5E1

    In this episode, we’re joined by Ruaridh Brown and Jonathan Royal to explore what it’s like to train at a leading global law firm, Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer. Together, we delve into the variety of opportunities available to trainees, the kind of work they typically get involved in, and the support systems in place throughout their training journey. We also discuss the transition from studying law in Scotland to working at a global firm in London, before concluding with their reflections and practical advice for students aspiring to follow a similar path.

    48 min

  2. APR 18

    The Trainee Room Sharing Experience with Travers Smith | S4E04

    With April here, a lot of our listeners will be thinking about planning out their application processes and which firms to apply to in the coming months and hiring cycle. In this case, Travers Smith is here to discuss 'Room Sharing' within their company and the effect it has on you as a trainee within the firm. Alongside this, our guests today impart wisdom on how to pick what firm to apply to that suits you, and how to think about your applications alongside their own general experiences at their firm.  Keep an eye on opening dates for traineeship applications and vacation scheme applications with Travers Smith here: https://www.traverssmith.com/join-us/graduate-recruitment/

    47 min

  3. 11/08/2024

    All Things Applications with Herbert Smith Freehills | S4E03

    Join Justine in another episode of the 100% Legal Podcast, where she is joined by Charlotte Morgan of Herbert Smith Freehills Graduate Recruitment Team to lay down what you need to know before you send in your application for the firm. They discuss everything from nerves, what you should include and upcoming deadlines - so please enjoy! The deadline for HSF Summer and Spring Scheme Applications is the first of December, so give this a listen and head over to their website to apply! https://careers.herbertsmithfreehills.com/global/en/uk/early-careers/vacation-schemes

    34 min

  4. 10/18/2024

    Copyright Law, Moral Rights and Artificial Intelligence with Doctor Mira T Sundara Rajan | S4E02

    In this month's episode of the 100% Podcast, Justine is joined by Doctor Mira T Sundara Rajan who gives her perspective on how Copyright Law can be developed considering Artificial Intelligence, and what AI means for us as humanity in both the legal and cultural sense.  Doctor Sundara Rajan is the Canada Research Chair in Intellectual Property Law, a tenured associate professor at the University of British Columbia Law School, and a Professor of IP Law at Glasgow University. Highly accomplished in both the academic and artistic sense, Doctor Sundara Rajan offers an interesting perspective on AI and Copyright.

    1h 43m

  5. 09/20/2024

    Surviving the LLB with Jamie Allison | S4E01

    Join your new host, Justine, for this brand new episode of the 100% Legal Podcast, joined by special guest Jamie Allison. Jamie graduated from his DPLP at Aberdeen last year, and shares with us some advice for those just starting in their Legal journey up to applications for Vacation Schemes and the DPLP. Enjoy!

    47 min

  6. 05/13/2024

    Corporate Law: A Conversation with Travers Smith

    Welcome back to the 100% Legal Podcast. Today we have an exciting episode made in collaboration with our sponsor Travers Smith. Today Jakub is joined by Hugh Hutchison, an alumni of the University of Aberdeen, who is a Partner at Travers Smith.  Hugh will talk about his journey from Aberdeen to a Silver Circle law firm in London. Join us as we discuss a myriad of topics, from his role as a Partner to his cross-border M&A work with infrastructure funds. Importantly, Hugh provides an insight into how Travers Smith operates and how the firm has helped him develop his career.

    1h 1m

  7. 03/08/2024

    Celebrating International Women's Day with the Lord Advocate

    In honour of International Women’s Day, join Jakub and Anabia for a powerful and inspiring episode featuring the Lord Advocate. As the highest legal officer in Scotland, the Lord Advocate brings a unique perspective, sharing her experience and discussing her work. We discuss a myriad of topics, which provide an inspiring conversation on International Women’s Day.  The conversation also touches upon violence against women and the importance of praising the bravery of victims who stand up to share their stories. The Lord Advocate talks about the corroboration rule change and the further work she is undertaking in this regard. At the law society, we would like to wish all women across the world a Happy International Women’s Day.    TRIGGER WARNING: Themes of domestic abuse including physical, emotional and sexual abuse and gender inequality.

    59 min

  8. 03/17/2023

    Tackling Domestic Abuse with Scottish Women's Aid | S2E15

    Megha and Christy are joined by Louise Johnson who is a Legal Issues Worker at Scottish Women’s Aid (SWA). Louise talks to us about the work that SWA carry out to protect women and children who have experienced domestic abuse and how they campaign for change at a national level. We talk about the different forms of domestic abuse and the impact that the Domestic Abuse (Scotland) Act 2018 had on prosecutions and convictions of these crimes. We spoke about the effect of COVID-19 and the current cost of living crisis on women and how SWA continues to support women through these tough times. Louise also shares how we can get involved and support our local Women’s Aid group and make a real difference to the lives of those in need. TRIGGER WARNING: Themes of domestic abuse including physical, emotional and sexual abuse and gender inequality.  Scottish Women’s Aid website – www.womensaid.scot Scotland’s Domestic Abuse and Forced Marriage Helpline – www.sdafmh.org.uk HMICS Thematic Inspection of Police Scotland Handling of Domestic Abuse - https://www.hmics.scot/publications/hmics-thematic-inspection-domestic-abuse-phase-1 Research into implementation of Domestic Abuse (Scotland) Act - https://www.sps.ed.ac.uk/news-events/news/domestic-abuse-victims-find-justice-process-traumatic If you or anyone you know has been affected by this conversation please reach out to Scotland’s Domestic Abuse and Forced Marriage Helpline on 0800 027 1234.

    41 min
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100% Legal is a podcast produced by the Aberdeen University Law Society.

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  • Creator
    Aberdeen University Law Society
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2025
  • Episodes
    31
  • Rating
    Explicit
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