Reimagine Law

Frances Ridout (QMUL), Kerry Jarred (Jarred Consulting), Simon Reichwald (My Kind Of Future), Nigel Spencer (QMUL)
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Reimagine Law

A podcast about legal education to help students navigate an increasingly complex set of career path choices, and build the mind-set of being a life-long learner. We're here to promote innovative education, and diverse workforces by democratising access to career advice from both experts and current students alike.

  1. 9 HR. AGO

    “Climate Justice”: what can lawyers do?

    In this special episode we are joined by Dr Angela Sherwood and Monika Sobiecki to talk about the role lawyers can play in achieving “Climate Justice”.  We talk about what “Climate Justice” means, how both guests became so committed to working in this area, and the urgent need for all lawyers to consider the environmental impact of their work.  Also, we discuss Angela’s new (and unique) undergraduate law degree programme at QMUL, “Law and Climate Justice”.  Monika and Angela talk about their respective pathways to the world of law and “Climate Justice”.  Angela speaks about her role at the United Nations, and how her interest grew in the political and legal aspects of climate change, and also how this linked to her interests in human rights, social justice, and the individual impact which environmental challenges are having across the world.  This led Angela to develop a new law degree programme at QMUL to ensure that the next generation of law students are keenly aware of the relevant issues and can understand how they, as future lawyers, can be change agents to help achieve “Climate Justice”. Monika talks about her work as a barrister, and how a client’s case she was working on (‘Climategate’) triggered a sense of needing to help more with the climate emergency – in particular making lawyers aware of the impact which their work is having globally.  Monika discusses the work of the “Lawyers are Responsible” group, and explains how students equally passionate about this topic can become involved, and why she feels this is so important. Actions and resources for listeners: ·       Look at the topics covered in the new QMUL degree in “Law and Climate Justice”: which ones are you particularly passionate about? ·       Watch the Newsnight video on the Lawyers are Responsible website: what are your views on the “cab rank rule” for barristers and how should lawyers think about ethics in a climate crisis? ·       How are UK law students getting involved in challenging climate change? Have a look at the group Law Students for Climate Accountability and the critical demands they are making of the legal profession.

    36 min

  2. DEC 4

    “Law in Practice”: the benefits of degrees with work placements

    In this special episode we are joined by two final year QMUL Law students, Simran Patel and William Green, who took up the option of embedding a year of paid work experience into their law studies.  We talk about how the opportunity to apply one’s academic learning in the workplace is powerful, the skills they built, the different private practice and in-house work environments, and the career insights which a work placement offers to guide your development. For the in-house environment, Williams speaks about how working in the Corporate and Legal Operations teams at CHANEL led to feeling very close to the business units across the company.  How he built his commercial awareness, giving him great insight into issues a lawyer needs to think about as part of their work in a world-leading luxury brand business.  Also, William compares this experience with the private practice environment of ICB Law Firm in Kuwait, which was a fascinating insight into a law firm in a different region.  Simran talks about how much insight her placement at BCLP gave into a career in private practice – especially how she built her confidence in dealing directly with clients, the need to be responsive, and build one’s communication skills.  Also Simran describes how the technologies which are now becoming a key part of a lawyer’s daily tool-kit mean that attention to detail is even more critical – checking what the AI and other automation tools have created.  Finally, Simran compares this private practice experience with her previous internships as part of an in-house legal team, and how all this experience has helped to shape her career thinking.    Actions and resources for listeners: ·       Look at the QMUL placement degree student experience videos and statements here – what skills did the students develop?  And how does this list of skills link to some skills you would like to develop? ·       Read this article about In-House career paths and how you can find a path toward them – and plan your answers for the interview questions listed there!

    36 min

  3. OCT 16

    AI and the impact on the legal sector

    In this podcast we hear from the CEO of Clarilis, a market leading technology platform in the sector, who shares insights into: The different ways technology and Generative AI are impacting the sector, including how technology is making the most of the best legal minds The different elements of legal technology and how for example, large language models are being usedThe pace of change & what drives itHow embracing generative AI frees up those in the sector to enjoy their work even more Plus of course tips on both routes into legal technology and how to know if it is for you Useful links and resources: https://www.clarilis.com/ https://www.clarilis.com/about-clarilis/careers https://www.artificiallawyer.com/ https://www.legalcheek.com/ https://www.legalgeek.co/

    24 min

  4. OCT 2

    Visiting A Public Gallery in Court

    This episode encourages, and guides, students on the nuts and bolts of how to go to court and watch a court case from the public gallery.  Most courts in the country have public galleries where members of the public over the age of 14 can attend and watch hearings.    Watching a court case whether a trial, hearing or an appeal is a wonderful way to learn more about the legal profession.  This episode aims to give listeners all the nitty gritty information they need to get the confidence to go to court and watch.  Useful Resources:         Here is a page about criminal sentencing being televised and there is a You Tube link towards the bottom of the page: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/broadcasting-crown-court-sentencing       Watch current and past cases at the Supreme Court here: https://www.supremecourt.uk/         Competition Appeal Tribunal Website (with livestream towards the top of the page). https://www.catribunal.org.uk/

    32 min

  5. SEP 11

    In conversation with… criminal lawyers

    This special episode records a live stream panel event with criminal lawyers discussing their work and views.  The episode has audience contributions from aspiring lawyers.    In this special episode Fran welcomes three criminal lawyers to join her on a panel discussing the nuts and bolts of working in criminal practice.  Barristers Beth Crocker and Sonal Dishani and solicitor Harun Matin get stuck in to all the wonderful questions that our audience and Fran have for them.  A must listen for anyone interested in working in criminal law.

    58 min

  6. AUG 28

    The rising trend of legal apprenticeships

    This podcast is packed with useful advice from Clare Grant, BPP’s Commercial Director of Legal Apprenticeships.  Kerry Jarred and Clare discuss the increasing adoption and impact of apprenticeship programs in the legal sector, particularly solicitor apprenticeships.  If you want to understand how apprenticeships differ from the traditional training contract route, how they are structured and what would be expected of you, this is the key podcast to listen to!   Resources:   Apprenticeships | Learn About Apprenticeships And Find The Right One For You (ucas.com)   Find an apprenticeship - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)   Apprenticeships   Apprenticeships at BPP | BPP   GetMyFirstJob | Apprenticeships, Degree Apprenticeships, Work Experience & Graduate Jobs   Home (notgoingtouni.co.uk)   Young Professionals – YPUK (young-professionals.uk)   Professional network for young people (uptree.co)   Free Virtual Work Experience Programs from Top Companies - Forage (theforage.com)   Welcome to The 93% Club | The State School Members' Club (93percent.club)

    37 min

  7. AUG 14

    The world of Corporate Law

    If you want to learn about the world of Mergers and Acquisitions, Private Equity and Venture Capital – then this is the show for you!  Kerry Jarred speaks with Sam Smith and Raghav Vohora of CMS to explore the current corporate market activity and its drivers, what investors look for when making investment decisions, and how corporate lawyers support their clients in this sector.  It is PACKED full of information as Sam and Raghav de-mystify key corporate terms and provide useful advice to those wanting to find out more.   Resources:   Finimize: Invest smarter   Financial Times (ft.com)   The Economist | Independent journalism   LittleLaw   Law firm specialised in Mergers & Acquisitions - CMS in the UK   The Secret Barrister by The Secret Barrister | Waterstones

    47 min

  8. AUG 5

    The future world of legal services

    In this special episode we are joined by Tamara Box.  Tamara is a partner, and Head of Structured Finance at global law firm Reed Smith and, in the immediate past, was the firm’s Managing Partner for Europe and the Middle East.  We “horizon scan” with Tamara on how she sees the legal services sector changing in the coming years, and what that means for the careers, skills and opportunities for those entering the sector.  In this special episode we are joined by Tamara Box.  Tamara is a partner, and Head of Structured Finance at global law firm Reed Smith and, in the immediate past, was the firm’s Managing Partner for Europe and the Middle East.  We “horizon scan” with Tamara on how she sees the legal services sector changing in the coming years, and what that means for the careers, skills and opportunities for those entering the sector.  In this episode, Tamara talks about her own career path, the importance of being open to exploring opportunities, “being brave” and not expecting that one’s career will develop in a linear way.  Tamara also highlights how legal education and training gives a great set of foundational skills to pivot into many career paths – and how more diversity of skill-set and mind-set will be critical to deliver on client service needs in the future.  For those entering the sector, Tamara sets out the breadth of opportunities across the private, public and non-for profit sectors – and above all how key skill-sets for students to focus on developing are those of customer service, communication and writing skills too, which will be critical for building great professional connections and opening up opportunities.  Actions and resources for listeners: ·       Check this blog by Jordan Furlong for how the legal sector may look (“if we’re lucky”) in 2033. ·       Look at this list of 7 client/customer service skills.  Which 1 skill could you develop more in the coming 6 months?

    27 min
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A podcast about legal education to help students navigate an increasingly complex set of career path choices, and build the mind-set of being a life-long learner. We're here to promote innovative education, and diverse workforces by democratising access to career advice from both experts and current students alike.

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  • Creator
    Frances Ridout (QMUL), Kerry Jarred (Jarred Consulting), Simon Reichwald (My Kind Of Future), Nigel Spencer (QMUL)
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2024
  • Episodes
    121
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    © 2024 Frances Ridout (QMUL), Kerry Jarred (Jarred Consulting), Simon Reichwald (My Kind Of Future), Nigel Spencer (QMUL)

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