Legally Speaking Podcast

Send us a textWhat does it truly take to rise through the legal ranks while championing diversity and supporting transformative leadership?This week, I’m joined by Leanne Wright, Partner in the private equity team at Osborne Clarke. Leanne shares her journey from high-street law to leading pivotal transactions, tackling gender dynamics in private equity and advocating for equality in the profession.If you’re ready to be inspired by resilience, leadership and a human-centred approach to the law, this is an episode you don’t want to miss. Go give it a listen now!So why should you be listening in? You can hear Rob and Leanne discussing:- Building Trust and Adaptability- The Importance of Helping Others- Personal Adversity and Its Effect on Your Career- The Role of Passion in Sustainable Growth and freedom- Understanding Private Equity TransactionsConnect with Leanne hereSupport the show

Send us a textMental health is a collective responsibility, especially in the high-stakes legal world.This week, I’m joined by Elizabeth Rimmer, CEO of Lawcare, a charity dedicated to supporting the mental wellbeing of legal professionals. Elizabeth shares insights on breaking the stigma, fostering healthier workplaces and the essential signs that it’s time for you to prioritise your mental health.If you’re ready to open up on the conversation on mental wellbeing in law, this episode is for you. Go give it a listen now!So why should you be listening in? You can hear Rob and Elizabeth discussing:- Lawcare’s Role in Legal Professionals’ Mental Health- The Pandemic’s Impact on Career Reflections- Elizabeth’s Career Journey- Challenges in Clinical Negligence law- Job Transitions and Unexpected OpportunitiesConnect with Elizabeth hereSupport the show

Send us a textImagine having a co-pilot powered by AI, revolutionising the way you practise law.This week, I’m joined by Scott Stevenson, Co-Founder and CEO of Spellbook, the first generative AI designed specifically for lawyers. Scott shares how Spellbok transforms contract review, empowers legal professionals and makes legal services more accessible than ever.If you’re ready to see what the future of AI in law looks like, this episode is one for you. Go give it a listen now!So why should you be listening in? You can hear Rob and Scott discussing:- AI's Potential as a Legal Tool- Spellbook’s Mission and Growth- The Co-Founders' Journey- The Evolution of Legal Tech- Challenges in Entrepreneurship and Product DevelopmentConnect with Scott hereSupport the show

Send us a textCan financial literacy be the key to a lawyer’s success?This week, I’m joined by Carla Hoppe, Founder and CEO of Wealthbrite, a platform transforming how we understand money. From her journey as a corporate solicitor to leading the charge on financial education, Carla shares why building financial education and confidence is essential, not just for managing your personal finances, but for excelling in your legal career. Curious about how mastering money can make you a more valuable lawyer?Don’t miss this episode, give it a listen now!So why should you be listening in?You can hear Rob and Carla discussing:- Carla’s Career Transition- The Importance of Financial Literacy- Wealthbrite’s Mission- Human Engagement in Financial Education- Future Trends and Digital InnovationConnect with Carla hereSupport the show

Send us a textStruggling to keep up with the demands of modern legal work? Imagine a cloud platform that boosts productivity and simplifies your workflow. This week, I’m joined by Kaden Smith, Director of Inside Sales for EMEA at NetDocuments, the number one trusted cloud platform for legal professionals. Kaden dives into the future of document automation, the biggest challenges in adopting tech and what it takes to transform your practice with the right tools. If you want to stay ahead in the ever evolving legal tech world, don’t miss this episode, go give it a listen now!So why should you be listening in? You can hear Rob and Kaden discussing:- Evolution of Legal Practices- AI’s Impact on Legal Work- NetDocuments’ Roles and Duties- The Shift Towards Cloud-Based Solutions- The Future of Legal Tech with AIConnect with Kaden hereSupport the show

Send us a textCan legal operations keep pace with the demands of a global workforce? This week, I sit down with Sam Ross, Chief Legal officer at Remote, the HR platform that’s redefining global hiring. Sam shares insights on scaling legal teams, building efficient processes and the future of legal operations in an AI-driven world. If you’re curious about how to lead in a global economy, optimise legal services for maximum impact, this episode’s for you! Go give it a listen now. So why should you be listening in? You can hear Rob and Sam discussing: Pragmatism in hiring Career Journey and Transition to In-House Roles Adapting to the Tech and Fintech WorldThe Value of Curiosity and Asking Questions Building Relationships with Legal Recruiters Connect with Sam here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-ross-29ab0311/ You can now communicate with us through fan mail, find out more here: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/legally-speaking-podcast_exciting-news-legally-speaking-podcast-activity-7272211019375030272-AtMi?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_iosSupport the show

Send us a textIs AI the future of law? This week, I’m speaking with Tom Martin, the CEO & Founder of Lawdroid, an AI-driven company making waves in the legal industry. Tom shares how AI can help lawyers work smarter, not harder and what it means to make technology accessible to every legal professional. If you’re curious about the evolution of legal tech and want to glimpse into the next big trends, this episode is for you. Go give it a listen now!So why should you be listening in? You can hear Rob and Tom discussing:AI as a Collaborator and Co-pilotLawdroid’s MissionLegal Tech Product VersatilityAI in Legal PracticeHybrid AI SolutionsConnect with Tom here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomasgmartinSupport the show

Send us a textCan we make the legal profession more human? This week, I'm joined by Claire Sanders, Founder of the Legal Space and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting. Claire is on a mission to simplify law and bring a human touch to legal work. From her roles at Nintendo and Huel to transforming legal services to startups, Claire shares her powerful insights on creating a more compassion, people-centred profession. If you're curious about what it means to bring humanity to the law, you won't want to miss this episode.So why should you be listening in? You can hear Rob and Claire discussing:The Transition from Private Practice to In-House Legal Roles Challenges of Being the First In-House LawyerResilience in High-Growth CompaniesBreaking Down the Stereotypes of LawyersBuilding Relationships and Stakeholder ManagementConnect with Claire here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/claire-sanders-41160846/Support the show

Send us a textHUGE News from Innovate Legal! 🎉 I’m super excited to share our first-ever live recording of the Legally Speaking Podcast ™️, hosted at Innovate Legal in collaboration with Clio - Cloud-Based Legal Technology in Manchester. We gathered some brilliant minds to tackle one big question: How can technology truly transform law firms to be more efficient, secure, and client-focused? This session featured: 🔹 Harry Suleman - HARRY SULEMAN SOLICITORS LIMITED 🔹 Kate Burt - CEO & Founder of HiveRisk 🔹 Alex Holt - Director of Business Development at The Cashroom These experts shared real, practical insights on everything from managing financial challenges to improving security and keeping up with client expectations in a tech-driven world. We discussed: 💡 The most overlooked financial pain points for firms 💡 How smaller firms can boost security without breaking the bank 💡 Real ROI stories on legal tech investments 💡 Trends shaping the future of risk management It was an incredible conversation, packed with takeaways for anyone looking to make smarter tech decisions in their firm. A big thank you to our panelists and everyone who joined us in person! And if you missed it, catch the full session here and tell us—what’s one challenge your firm is facing that tech could help solve?Support the show

Send us a textWhat are the three qualities you’ll need to succeed in your path to pupillage? In this episode, Sailesh Mehta, a Barrister at Red Lion Chambers, shared his top three attributes for pupillage candidates. He also touched on the importance of resilience, honesty, and self-belief. He also spoke about the value of being well-read and informed. Listen in for some invaluable advice from a leading criminal barrister. Don't forget to join our Discord community where we connect with like-minded people, share resources, and continue the conversation from this episode.Sponsored by Clio - the #1 legal software for clients, cases, billing and more!💻 www.legallyspeakingpodcast.com info@legallyspeakingpodcast.comSupport the show