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In today's episode, we're diving into the dynamic world of alternative legal careers with a spotlight on entrepreneurship in the legal realm. And who better to spill the beans with than the ingenious founder of LittleLaw, Idin Sabahipour!

LittleLaw isn't just your average newsletter; it's a powerhouse of commercial awareness, crafted by a former associate turned trailblazer. Idin's journey from law student to startup maven is a testament to the endless possibilities awaiting legal minds beyond the traditional path.

Join us as we unravel the mysteries of commercial awareness, explore how LittleLaw revolutionizes the landscape for aspiring lawyers, and uncover the symbiotic relationship between law and entrepreneurship. It's a conversation brimming with insight, inspiration, and, of course, plenty of legal tea to sip on.

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This week we sit down with Claire Kelly, Competition Counsel  at Google. 

In the episode we discuss what competition law is and its intersectionality with other areas of law such as privacy law, the perception of Google and other BigTech companies as monopolies abusing their power and the new Digital Markets Act from the EU and what that means for BigTech.

Outside of Google, we talk about Claire’s own career journey, specifically her transition from private practice to in-house and the different rewarding experiences between the two.

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This week we're sitting down with Alexia Vassilika Ogden, an Associate at Canvas Art Law, a boutique law firm specializing in Art & Cultural Heritage Law. 

In the episode we discuss what Art & Cultural Heritage Law is, the transparency and regulation in the sector especially in an age of digital art, as well as the growing practice of moral restitution. 

Outside art, we discuss Alexia’s own career journey, specifically her experience taking the SQE, how it empowered her to take on a career in Art Law, and the skills necessary to break into the space.

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This week we’re sitting down with Hugh Tait, a Senior Investment Officer at Woodsford, an ESG/access to justice litigation finance business.

In the episode we discuss what litigation finance is, the recent rise of the industry in the UK, what makes a litigation claim an attractive asset to invest in, and finally the criteria used when assessing a claim to invest in. 

Outside of Litigation Funding, we discuss Hugh’s own journey, coming from down-under to the UK, from private practice to litigation funding, and all the lessons learned along the way. 

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Now typically in LegalTea we don’t tread on the same topic twice, but our next guest’s story was such a special one and gave us new insights into a topic we recently covered we decided to bend the rules again. 

You see this week we’re sitting down with Amy Marren, a Double Paralympian Swimmer and Solicitor Apprentice at BPP University.

While most of us were struggling to wake up for our 9AM classes, Amy was swimming laps around her competitors at the Rio Olympics, and upon donning her cap and goggles has decided to pursue the relatively new qualification path of solicitor apprenticeships. 

In the episode we discuss Amy’s life as a Solicitor Apprentice, the transferable skills her swimming career gave her to excel in the legal profession, and dispelling the  FOMO of university life when choosing the apprenticeship route instead. 

Outside of Apprenticeships, we discuss about Amy’s disability and disability within the legal profession more generally, specifically how people can support and better integrate those with disabilities into the legal profession.

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This week we’re sitting down with Charlotte Ebutt, an Associate at RWK Goodman specialising in Racing & Bloodstock Law. In the episode we discuss what Racing & Bloodstock Law is, the impact of the Queen’s death on the industry, and the globalization of the sport. 

Outside of racing, we discuss Charlotte’s own journey into the legal profession, her choice to go to a regional firm over a city firm, and the importance of learning the lingo of the industry you’re working in. 

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This week we’re sitting down with the Rain Man himself - Scott Simmons. Certified in ‘turning lawyers into rainmakers’, Scott is a Business Development Coach for Lawyers. 

In the episode we discuss what Legal Business Development is, the importance of lawyers having business development skills, and what young professionals entering the profession can do to stand out. 

Outside Legal Business Development we discuss Scott’s own legal journey from Solicitor to Business Development Coach, the value in opting to train at a smaller firm, and how to make the most out of the journey.

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This week we sit down with Sarah Ouis, Founder of LawButHow, a platform where she disseminates Design Thinking insights for the legal industry and creates training manuals and guides to assist others to do the same, all whilst she works as the Director of Commercial at ContractPod AI, a LegalTech company. 

In the episode we discuss what Legal Design is, the importance of empathy in the legal industry, and what role LegalTech plays in it. 

Outside of Legal Design, we talk about Sarah’s career journey from French Qualified in-house counsel to working  Legal Design and Legal Tech, we discuss the trials and tribulations in the process of pursuing what gives you joy, and the importance of determining what your value add is. 

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This week we’re going to be focusing on the world of Insurance, sitting down with Rachel Farnworth, a Defendant Insurance Solicitor at Clyde & Co and former President of TFOIL - Tomorrow’s Forum of Insurance Lawyers. Rachel specializes in the defense of employers and public liability claims in the retail, leisure, transport and logistics sectors with regards to insurance. 

In the episode we deconstruct what Insurance Law is, the long-term impact COVID and technological innovation have had on the area, and the career opportunities and support offered by TFOIL to Insurance Lawyers. 

Outside Insurance, we discuss the importance of embracing the process in one’s career journey, the power of communication, and championing social mobility. 

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Happy New Year folks - 2023 has entered the chat - and whether you’ve just worn off from the holiday hangover/food fest or are well into your new-year-new-me mantra, I’m glad to have you back tuning into the show for another episode. 

This week’s episode has all to do with Dance Music Law. We sit down with Tiffany Law, a Legal & Business Affairs Manager at Involved Group, parent company of multiple record labels, a publishing arm, and an events arm, making it a full-service record label with ancillary service offerings

In the episode we deconstruct the perception of record labels as money-grabbers, how the music industry has handled the advent of streaming and blockchain, and the various areas of law involved in music. 

Outside music, we discuss Tiffany’s own career journey, from Canadian undergrad to pursuing a law career in the UK, from completing a TC in private practice to jumping to in-house, and the meaning of staying true to your values. 

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