The Student Lawyer Podcast

Exploring Employment Law - with Roy Magara, Solicitor Advocate and Founder of Magara Law

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In this episode, Camilla Uppal is joined by Roy Magara, Founder & Director of Magara Law.
Roy provides a fascinating insight into the life of an employment lawyer, explaining why he decided to specialise in employment law, what traits and characteristics make a great employment lawyer, and the biggest challenges around being an employment lawyer. We discuss trends in the types of cases that employment lawyers are likely to see, and how these can be linked to current events. Roy also provides his opinion on what aspiring employment lawyers can be doing to explore the practice area further.
We also discuss why Roy set up his law firm Magara Law during the pandemic in 2020, what sets Magara Law apart from other firms, the main challenges faced by law firms, and how a law firm wins clients - these are questions commonly asked at training contract interviews, so insight from a law firm founder and director is particularly welcome!
Finally, Roy provides tips for aspiring lawyers on how to build their personal brand.
To connect with Roy Magara and learn more about Magara Law:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/roymagara/ Website: https://magaralaw.co.uk/ 
Student Lawyer Mentorship Scheme: https://thestudentlawyer.com/the-student-lawyer-mentorship-scheme/ 
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Hosted by Camilla Uppal, Produced by Nathan Gore

The SQE explained - with Jill Howell-Williams, National Programme Director SQE

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In this episode, we are joined by Jill Howell-Williams, National Programme Director of the SQE at The University of Law.
 
Jill provides insight into what the SQE is and why it was introduced by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA). Jill also explains the benefits of the SQE route, such as cost, flexibility, and the time it takes to qualify. Jill also provides insight into one of the most important questions that students are asking at the moment: what route do law firms prefer applicants to have taken?
 
We also find out more about the benefits of studying the SQE at The University of Law, both in terms of the way that the SQE courses are designed and delivered, in addition to the other benefits of studying at The University of Law, such as the extra-curricular activities on offer and its vibrant social scene.
 
If you have any further questions about the SQE please email Jill.Howell-Williams@law.ac.uk or tracey.gray@law.ac.uk 

Interview with Sarah Smith, associate at DWF

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In this episode, Stephanie Anais is joined by Sarah Smith, associate in the London Market and Global Risk team at DWF.
During the episode, Sarah talks about her career journey, what her role in the London market and global risk team involves, the tasks that she performs on an average day, and explains how trainees can excel during their training contract.
 
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Hosted by Stephanie Anais, Produced by Nathan Gore

Health, Wellness and the Legal Industry - with Charlene Gisele, ”The Soulicitor”

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In this episode, Camilla Uppal is joined by Charlene Gisele, a former high-flying London lawyer who started her career at a US law firm and is now a coach-consultant in the health and wellness field, helping law firms, lawyers and high-performing corporate executives to prevent burnout and look after their health and wellbeing. 
Charlene explains why she decided to go into consulting, we discuss the “Great Resignation” and how this is having an impact on the legal profession, what common issues are prevalent in the legal industry, and Charlene also explores what more law firms could be doing to improve the health and wellbeing of their lawyers. Charlene also explains what impact looking after your health and wellbeing has on your productivity! 
This episode is a must-listen for any aspiring or junior lawyer who is starting out in their legal career and wants to succeed whilst still maintaining a healthy work/life balance.
If you are interested in connecting with Charlene and learning more about her work you can find the details below: Website: https://charlenegisele.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlene-gisele-bourliout/Instagram: @charlenegisele
 
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In Discussion with HHJ Richard Shepherd

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In this episode, Stephanie Anais is joined by His Honour Judge Richard Shepherd.
During the episode, Judge Shepherd talks about his career journey, the positives and challenges of being a judge and the cases that he predicts courts will see an increase of within the next few years. Judge Shepherd also provides career advice to aspiring lawyers, baby junior barristers and reveals what aspiring judges should do at the start of their careers.
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TSL x The Law Prof: How to prepare for the new academic year!

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In this episode, Camilla Uppal interviews Dimitrios Kyriazis, a Research Fellow in Law at the New College of the Humanities.
Having previously practised law at Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer LLP and taught at universities such as Oxford University, UCL and Queen Mary University of London (to name a few), Dimitrios has a wealth of experience to share, and joins us to provide his top tips for how to prepare for the new academic year, and what habits to adopt to ensure that students set themselves up for success. 
Dimitrios also has a blog called The Law Prof, where he provides advice and encouragement to law students. Be sure to visit www.thelawprof.com and also sign up to the mailing list to receive Dimitrios' guide on how to write legal essays!
You can also connect with Dimitrios on: 
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dimitrios-kyriazis-60ab2259/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/D_Kyriazis
 
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Interview with Philip Hertz, Global Head of Restructuring & Insolvency at Clifford Chance

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On this episode of The Student Lawyer podcast, Stephanie Anais is joined by Philip Hertz, Global Head of Restructuring and Insolvency, and partner at Clifford Chance.
During the episode, Philip talks about the sectors that are experiencing the greatest amount of restructuring and insolvency cases and the trends that aspiring corporate and commercial solicitors should follow.
Philip also reveals some of the most valuable skills that future and current trainees should work on developing.
 
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TSL x It’s All Hearsay: The importance of mentoring and how to make the most of it

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In the third and final part of a three part mini-series, Camilla Uppal speaks with Megan Hulme, trainee solicitor at a top-40 law firm and founder of It’s All Hearsay, all about her experiences as a mentor.
In this episode, Megan explains when aspiring lawyers should start looking for a mentor, how to obtain a mentor, how they can get the most out of their mentors and what other resources are available to those seeking more information and opportunities in the legal industry.
Megan also provides advice to mentors who want to improve their mentoring skills!
You can find out more about It’s All Hearsay by visiting its website: https://itsallhearsayblog.wordpress.com/ and following its Instagram page: @itsallhearsay
 
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The Student Lawyer x It’s All Hearsay: Working as a Paralegal in the City

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In the second part of a three part mini-series, Camilla Uppal speaks with Megan Hulme, trainee solicitor at a top-40 law firm and founder of It’s All Hearsay, all about her experiences working as a paralegal before starting her training contract.
In this episode, Megan provides an insight into her journey and experience securing paralegal roles after leaving university. We discuss the competitive nature of the entry-level legal job market and how candidates can stand out in the application process.
Megan provides specific advice in relation to legal CVs, paralegal interviews, and the common issues that Megan has noticed when helping her mentees to secure their first legal roles.
Megan also provides her opinion on how the LPC helped her to progress her legal career, which may be of help to those currently wondering whether or not to undertake the LPC. 
You can find out more about It’s All Hearsay by visiting its website: https://itsallhearsayblog.wordpress.com/ and following its Instagram page: @itsallhearsay
 
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The Student Lawyer x It’s All Hearsay: Social Mobility in the Legal Profession

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In the first part of a three part mini-series, Camilla Uppal speaks with Megan Hulme, trainee solicitor and founder of It’s All Hearsay, about social mobility in the legal profession. 
In this episode, Megan provides an insight into her journey and experience securing a training contract at a top-40 law firm as a socially mobile student from a non-Russell Group university, also providing advice to those from similar backgrounds. 
Megan provides more information about It’s All Hearsay, the platform she set up to help provide advice and guidance for those seeking a career in law, and explains why social mobility is important and what more she believes that universities and law firms should do to promote social mobility in the legal profession. Megan also shares her top tips for how to achieve a first class degree!
You can find out more about It’s All Hearsay by visiting its website: https://itsallhearsayblog.wordpress.com/ and following its instagram page: @itsallhearsay
 
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