London Insurance Lawyer Podcast

Sam Halford, Head of Claims at Flock Insurance, discusses his personal experiences and the journey of Flock Insurance. Flock specialises in commercial fleet insurance, with a niche in courier services. Sam shares his background in the insurance industry, including his time at Sabre Insurance and Arch Reinsurance. He highlights the differences between working in reinsurance and other markets, as well as the importance of a commercial approach in claims handling. In this conversation, Sam and Phill discuss the importance of job mobility and personal growth. They share their perspectives on spotting good opportunities and emphasise the need to have clear goals. Sam talks about the challenges of building teams, the qualities he looks for in team members and the value of networking, before sharing the best advice he has received.

Henry Nelson Case, a solicitor turned content creator, shares his journey from a legal career to becoming a full-time content creator. He started posting content on TikTok and gained a following, leading to brand partnerships and opportunities like a TED Talk. Balancing his legal career and content creation became challenging, and he eventually decided to leave his full-time job to focus on content creation. Henry discusses the importance of dress code in the legal profession and the shift towards plain English drafting. He also reflects on the recognition he receives as a content creator and the impact it has on his identity. Henry discusses his unexpected career path, the challenges of content creation, the importance of commercial awareness and soft skills, the value of being a nice person, the need for work-life balance, the impact of remote work, the dangers of an always-on culture, strategies for managing mental health, and the uncertainty of long-term career goals.

In this episode, Bruno Gil, a junior barrister, discusses his unconventional career path and the factors that led him to become a barrister. He shares his motivations for choosing law and specifically becoming a barrister, highlighting his passion for advocacy and the cut and thrust of the legal system. Bruno also reflects on the role of prestige and respect in his decision-making process. He discusses the importance of judgment and analytical skills in the legal profession, as well as the value of hard work and luck in achieving success. Phill and Bruno explore the importance of judgment and how it can be honed through experience and interaction with peers. They also discuss the impact of remote working on the profession and the challenges faced by junior barristers. The conversation delves into the work-life balance of being a parent and how it has changed with remote working. They also touch on the fear of being wrong and the importance of client care. The conversation concludes with a reflection on personal accomplishments and the long-term goal of being interested in what you do.

Sam Ridgewell discusses her background in the insurance industry and her transition to starting her own business, Empower Development. She shares insights into the challenges and successes she experienced along the way, including the importance of transparency and building a strong network. Sam also highlights the power of LinkedIn in growing her business and connecting with professionals in her industry. Sam and Phill discuss the importance of performance, image, and exposure in career advancement. She emphasises the power of exposure, building familiarity on platforms like LinkedIn and shares her experience using TikTok to promote insurance and attract young talent. The conversation highlights the talent shortage in the insurance industry and the need for structured training and peer review systems. Finally, Sam explains the various career paths in insurance and shares her proudest moment in the industry.

The London Insurance Lawyer Podcast explores the many facets of the insurance and legal industries that are not widely discussed. Hosted by Phill Bratt, a catastrophic injury lawyer, the show features in-depth interviews with leading experts in various fields of insurance, law and beyond.   Through engaging and thought-provoking conversations with guests, the London Insurance Lawyer Podcast aims to demystify the insurance and legal industries and explore the ways in which they intersect with all parts of our lives.   Whether you're just starting out in insurance or law, a seasoned professional, or just someone with an interest in the characters that inhabit these worlds, the London Insurance Lawyer Podcast offers a fresh and innovative perspective on these fascinating and ever-evolving fields.   Join us as we take you behind the scenes of the insurance and legal industries and provide you with insights from some of the most successful and visionary minds in their fields.