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Legally Speaking Podcast

Legally Speaking Podcast™

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Fréquence : 1 épisode/5j. Total Éps: 561

Inspiring Legal Minds. Transforming Legal Futures. The Legally Speaking Podcast, sponsored by Clio, explores the careers, ideas & decisions shaping law. Hosted by Rob Hanna, LinkedIn Top Voice, legal careers expert, recruiter, podcaster & community builder, he's known for connecting people, ideas & opportunities across the global legal profession. Each episode goes beyond job titles to uncover how leading lawyers, law firm leaders, founders & innovators think, grow & adapt. Expect candid conversations, practical lessons & fresh perspectives to help you navigate law & what comes next.

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The Hidden Reason Junior Lawyers May Disappear from Law Firms | Quentin Solt | S10E42

Saison 10 · Épisode 42

lundi 26 octobre 2026 • Durée 48:50

"The people who are guaranteed to win are the lawyers. The people who are guaranteed to lose, you and me." - Quentin Solt

On today’s Legally Speaking Podcast, sponsored by Clio, I’m delighted to be joined by Quentin Solt. Quentin is a veteran UK corporate and technology lawyer. He trained at Pinsent Masons, moved to a London firm where he ran an insolvency group, and became an early internet and legal-tech adopter. He now writes widely on LinkedIn about how AI will reshape law. In our conversation today, he lays out his main ideas.

Quentin believes that AI only has to be "good enough": reliable, quick, cheap and safe enough for a client to decide. He backs this with a story of an AI tool matching or beating several legal-AI products and his own review of a £6.5m credit facility. Second, his "consumption paradox": legal work will be consumed far more as it gets cheap, but fewer humans will be needed to supply it, and law may eventually be sold like a utility.

He sees the traditional law-firm pyramid as unsustainable and expects the junior and trainee role to disappear, though the timing is uncertain and the change may arrive suddenly, like a tsunami. He argues that lawyers' "judgment" is largely sophisticated pattern-matching. What stays valuable is being a trusted adviser who walks the whole transaction with the client. He also predicts the billable hour will unwind quickly, and he describes "living contracts": ongoing, renegotiated agreements built on trust and accountability.

So why should you be listening in?

You can hear Rob and Quentin discussing:

- What Makes AI Good Enough

- Expanding Legal Consumption

- Disrupting the Law Firm Pyramid

- Replacing the Billable Hour

- Successfully Building Client Relationships

Connect with Quentin Solt here - https://uk.linkedin.com/in/quentin-solt

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Professional Training: Regional Edition - Simon Price - E03

mardi 20 octobre 2026 • Durée 09:19

Welcome back to our 2026 edition of the Professional Training miniseries. We have a brand new regional edition continuing on from the last conference we attended, but packed with even more highlights and insights. Filmed at Manchester Hall, these minisodes explore high performance leadership, career growth, innovation and what it takes to thrive in today’s legal world.

In the final minisode of the regional edition, we talk to Simon Price. He is the Learning and Development Manager for Kennedys and he argues that high-performing legal teams are built less on output metrics alone than on a culture of learning, reflection, feedback, and knowledge-sharing. Simon tells us about hybrid leadership requiring intentional inclusion through regular opportunities to connect and collaborate, while psychological safety means people can ask for help, admit uncertainty, take considered risks and learn from mistakes without lowering standards. He also stresses that lawyers and business-services teams should work as one around the client problem, that resilience includes recognising when to pause rather than simply enduring pressure and that a curiosity mindset helps people reframe challenges and keep on improving.

You can Hear Rob and Simon talking about:

- Building learning into everyday work

- Creating connection across hybrid teams

- Encouraging speaking up and learning

- Solving client problems across teams

- Recognising limits and restoring resilience.

Connect with Simon Price - https://uk.linkedin.com/in/simonpricecoach

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Can AI REALLY Pick a Fair Jury? What this Means for the Future of Law | Michael McCready | S10E41

Saison 10 · Épisode 41

lundi 19 octobre 2026 • Durée 48:40

"AI will not replace lawyers, but lawyers that use AI will replace lawyers who don't."

On today’s Legally Speaking Podcast, sponsored by Clio, I’m delighted to be joined by Michael McCready. Michael is the founder and managing partner of McCready Law, an experienced trial lawyer and a strong advocate for legal technology and innovation. In our discussion today, he explores how AI can support jury research, personalise courtroom arguments, simulate mock juries and improve trial preparation. However, he also warns of significant risks involving bias, juror privacy, confidentiality and AI-generated misinformation, emphasising the need for clear policies, staff training and human oversight. He also highlights AI’s potential to improve access to justice by helping smaller firms and under-resourced lawyers compete more effectively.

So why should you be listening in?

You can hear Rob and Michael discussing:

- Personalising courtroom arguments using AI

- Protecting juror privacy during AI research

- Identifying and reducing bias in jury selection

- Ensuring human oversight and accountability

- Improving trial preparation through AI.

Connect with Michael McCready here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-mccready/

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Professional Training: Regional Edition - Sally Hulston - E02

mardi 13 octobre 2026 • Durée 09:58

In this minisode, we talk to Sally Hulston, an employment lawyer and head of Lewis Silkin’s Manchester office. She shares a people-first view of high performance in legal teams. Sally argues that success goes beyond traditional metrics, relying on clarity of role, deliberate leadership visibility, psychological safety, and accountability that gives people room to take ownership. Sally also highlights the importance of bringing lawyers and business services together from the outset, building resilience through the ability to reset after setbacks, and creating more open one-to-one conversations that focus on how people are doing—not just their output.

You can Hear Rob and Sally talking about:

- Performance Needing Purpose, Not Just Metrics

- Collaboration Growing Through Deliberate Visibility

- Psychological Safety: Speaking Up Early

- Accountability Giving People Ownership

- Resilience Being All About Recovery, Not Endurance.

Connect with Sally Hulston - https://www.linkedin.com/in/sally-hulston-55668419/

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Falling Out of Love With Law? The Hidden Legal Careers Every Lawyer Should Know - Samuel McGinty - S10E40

Saison 10 · Épisode 40

lundi 12 octobre 2026 • Durée 52:45

“The road less traveled is so much more interesting than that very traditional linear path that people lay out for you.” - Samuel McGinty

On today’s Legally Speaking Podcast, sponsored by Clio, I’m delighted to be speaking with Samuel McGinty. Samuel is the Director of Legal Services at the University of Nottingham, he shares a candid account of building a fulfilling, non-linear legal career across private practice, local government and higher education. He also argues that the right workplace culture and values alignment matter more than prestige or salary alone, highlighting the breadth, purpose and development opportunities available in public-sector and in-house roles.

Today, our discussion explores leadership, psychological safety, mentorship, professional community, parenthood and mental health, alongside the need to make alternative legal career paths more visible. Samuel reflects on AI’s potential to improve legal work while stressing the importance of securing learning opportunities for junior lawyers.

So why should you be listening in?

You can hear Rob and Samuel discussing:

- Your Environment Mattering More Than Your Job Title

- Life Beyond Private Practice

- Your Legal Career Not Needing to Be Linear

- Building a Culture of Psychological Safety and Authenticity

- Prioritising Wellbeing, Relationships and Life Beyond Work.

Connect with Samuel McGinty here - https://uk.linkedin.com/in/samuelmcginty

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LinkedIn Live: Navigating the SQE - Insights from Industry Experts Jake Schogger & James Richardson from Law Student Academy

jeudi 8 octobre 2026 • Durée 24:58

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In today’s episode, we dive deep into the complexities of the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE) with industry veterans Jake and James. Together, they bring a wealth of experience to the table, discussing how students can effectively prepare for the SQE and distinguish between quality and subpar educational resources.

Understanding the SQE

The SQE is a challenging exam designed to assess the readiness of aspiring solicitors. As James points out, the latest results show a pass rate of only 42%. While this statistic highlights the difficulty of the exam, it doesn’t necessarily mean the SQE is broken. Instead, it points to the need for discipline and a solid preparation plan.

“Something being hard doesn’t mean it’s broken. It just means it requires a lot of discipline to get through it.” — James

Identifying Quality Educational Resources

Jake emphasizes that effective educational resources should cater to different learning styles and offer unique teaching methods. With a plethora of options available, students must be discerning:

– Engagement: Look for materials that engage you as a learner.
– Diversity in Learning: Resources should accommodate various learning preferences—whether visual, auditory, or kinesthetic.
– Relevance and Updates: Ensure that the materials are current and accurate.

Jake warns against relying solely on AI-generated content, as it often lacks the depth and empathy needed for effective learning. Instead, students should seek out resources created by professionals with genuine experience in the field.

The Role of AI in Learning

Professional Training: Regional Edition - Nadine Stanton - E01

mardi 6 octobre 2026 • Durée 13:20

Today, returning guest Nadine Stanton of Professional Training reflects on creating more engaging, regionally accessible conferences for law firm leaders. Nadine shares her perspective on what makes teams perform at their best: clear goals, strong communication, psychological safety, defined roles, and shared values. She also discusses the power of interactive learning, community, and creating spaces where leaders can speak openly, challenge ideas respectfully, and leave energised with practical insights.

You can Hear Rob and Nadine talking about:

- Aligning Teams Around Shared Goals

- Measuring Performance Against Personal Standards

- Staying Curious After Achieving Success

- Encouraging Respectful Challenge Within Teams

- Designing Events For Active Participation

Connect with Nadine Stanton - https://www.linkedin.com/in/professional-training/

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Law Firm Scaling in an AI Age: Broadfield Managing Partner John Hutchinson on Tech & Talent - S10E39

Saison 10 · Épisode 39

lundi 5 octobre 2026 • Durée 39:00

“Fundamentally, it’s about people — and it always is about people.” - John Hutchinson

On today’s Legally Speaking Podcast, I’m delighted to be joined by John Hutchinson. John is the managing partner of Broadfield UK, helping build a fast-growing international law firm around technology, client service, and pragmatic pricing. With a background in corporate law, private equity, and law-firm leadership, he sees modern legal services becoming more integrated with clients and less reliant on traditional hourly-rate models. His approach to growth centers on hiring entrepreneurial, resilient people; moving decisively; investing in technology without losing professional judgment; and maintaining trust, integrity, and a strong client-focused culture as the firm expands internationally.

So why should you be listening in?

You can hear Rob and John discussing:

- Embracing AI and Technology to Transform Legal Services

- Building Client-Centred Relationships Through Greater Collaboration

- Moving Beyond the Billable Hour Towards Value-Based Pricing

- Scaling Internationally While Maintaining Culture and Quality

- Attracting Entrepreneurial Talent Through Innovation and Opportunity.

Our episode is featured here on the Broadfield UK site - https://broadfieldlaw.com/news-events/uk-managing-partner-john-hutchinson-discusses-scaling-law-firms-in-the-age-of-ai-on-the-legally-speaking-podcast/

Will AI Fuel the Rise of Independent Lawyers? - Kenzo Onumonu - S10E38

Saison 10 · Épisode 38

lundi 28 septembre 2026 • Durée 42:45

“You’re now responsible for your own trajectory.” - Kenzo Onumonu

On today’s Legally Speaking Podcast, I’m delighted to be speaking with Kenzo Onumonu.

Kenzo Onumonu is the founder and CEO of Correm, a platform that connects experienced independent lawyers with growing companies seeking flexible senior legal support. After training at Bird & Bird and working in-house at fast-paced businesses including Deliveroo, Entrepreneurs First, Wheezy, and Modern Milkman, he saw how legal teams could better support scaling companies—and what infrastructure lawyers lose when they leave traditional firms. Kenzo founded Correm to provide independent lawyers with operational support and AI tools, while helping businesses access fractional legal expertise. He speaks about the changing legal careers landscape, AI’s role in legal work, and the importance of sound judgment, adaptability and trust.

So why should you be listening in?

You can hear Rob and Kenzo discussing:

- Legal roadmaps mattering more than company stage

- Fractional lawyers owning entire legal functions

- Independent lawyers needing infrastructure and support

- AI strengthening the fractional legal model

- Relationships remaining central to legal services.

Connect with Kenzo Onumonu here - https://ae.linkedin.com/in/kenzo-onumonu-2584a03b

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From Working-Class Beginnings to a Top 50 Law Firm: Chloe Lake on Breaking Barriers in Law - S10E37

Saison 10 · Épisode 37

lundi 21 septembre 2026 • Durée 43:44

“Your circumstances don’t have to define where you ultimately end up.” - Chloe Lake.

On today’s episode, I’m delighted to be speaking with Chloe Lake. Chloe is a solicitor specialising in residential development at Gateley Legal, advising on land acquisitions and development projects. She studied Law at De Montfort University after transferring from the University of Leicester, with a placement year helping launch her legal career. She qualified as a solicitor after gaining experience in residential conveyancing and commercial property.

Alongside her legal career, Chloe is passionate about social mobility, diversity and widening access to the legal profession. She has been involved in mentoring and careers initiatives and was named Leicestershire Law Society’s Trainee/Paralegal of the Year in 2023. Today, she shares her inspiring journey from a non-traditional background to qualifying as a solicitor, highlighting how setbacks, changing universities and taking risks ultimately shaped her career. Chloe discusses the value of practical experience, building relationships, trusting your instincts and developing confidence beyond academic study.

So why should you be listening in?

You can hear Rob and Chloe discussing:

- Trusting Your Gut and Taking Risks

- Navigating Success Beyond a Straight Line

- Building Strong Legal Skills Through Experience

- Developing Relationships Throughout Your Legal Career

- Becoming a Support for Others

Connect with Chloe Lake here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/chloe-lake

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