Legally Speaking Podcast

On today’s episode of LegalTechTalk Uncovered 2025, we speak to Matthew Mayes. He is the co-founder of A-dapt International and the driving force behind TestMyWitness.com, an innovative platform revolutionising witness preparation through emotionally intelligent, scalable, and cost-effective technology.🔍 We Discussed the Following Questions:❓ What is your background and experience?❓ What assumptions do people still get wrong about legal tech?❓ What’s one assumption about legal tech you think most people still get wrong?❓ Are you pitching or presenting today—can you tell us more about that?❓ Which of this year’s Legal Tech Talk themes speaks loudest to you and why?❓ What’s the biggest surprise so far for you at Legal Tech Talk 2025?❓ What do you hope will be gone or done better in law by 2030?❓ What role do you see human-centered AI playing in the future of legal tech?❓ What’s been your biggest “aha” moment or standout experience at the event?❓ Where can people find out more about you and your work?So why should you be listening in? You can hear Rob and Matthew discussing:- Solving Critical Problems in Witness Preparation- Driving Easier, More Inclusive Access to Justice- Avoiding Misconceptions Regarding Legal Tech- Human-Centred AI as the Future- Positive Reception and a Vision for 2030Connect with Matthew here - https://uk.linkedin.com/in/matthewmayes

On our second episode of LegalTechTalk Uncovered 2025, we speak to Holly Cope. She is the ambitiously driven ex-lawyer and entrepreneur who hosts the More Than a Lawyer podcast, where she delves into key conversations with top lawyers from around the world.🔍 We Discussed the Following Questions:❓ What is the biggest problem you're trying to solve within the legal industry?❓ What assumptions do people still get wrong about legal tech?❓ Can lawyers freely adopt any legal tech tool they like?❓ What kind of sessions or contributions are you making at Legal Tech Talk 2025?❓ What has been the biggest surprise about Legal Tech Talk 2025?❓ What do you hope will be fixed in the legal industry by 2030?❓ How are legal professionals reacting to AI in real-time?❓ Has AI progressed faster than expected in the legal industry?❓ How can events like Legal Tech Talk help drive change in the legal sector?❓ Where can listeners learn more and continue the conversation beyond the podcast?So why should you be listening in? You can hear Rob and Holly discussing:- Lack of Awareness Being a Core Legal Industry Challenge- Avoiding Harmful Assumptions of Legal Tech- The Widespread Impact of LegalTechTalk- Mindset Shift Being Crucial for Legal Transformation- Conversations around AI Sparking “A-ha Moments”Connect with Holly here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/holly-cope-digitalnomad

Fraud, corruption, money laundering, how do the world’s top lawyers tackle financial crime at the highest level?This week, I’m joined by David Savage, Partner at HFW and a leading expert in white collar crime and sanctions. David reveals what really happens in high-stakes investigations, the red flags companies ignore and how AI is reshaping compliance and regulation. Plus he shares his journey balancing life as a law firm partner and an LGBTQ+ parent.If you want insider information on financial crime, compliance and the future of regulation, this episode is unmissable. Go give it a listen now!So why should you be listening in? You can hear Rob and David discussing:- David’s Journey and How a Lot of it Was Self-Taught- The Complexity of Sanctions- Why We Need Technology and Compliance- Maintaining Authenticity in Your Professional Life- Diverse Work Experience and Career AdviceConnect with David here - https://uk.linkedin.com/in/davidjohnsavage

🚨 BREAKING NEWS: CEO of LegalTechTalk Shares What You Can’t Miss at #LTT25 🚨🎤 This morning, I had the chance to walk and talk with Bradley Collins — Co-Founder & CEO of LegalTechTalk — in a special behind-the-scenes interview filmed just as the doors opened for #LTT25.Bradley is the force behind one of the most ambitious and future-focused legal events in the world — and we got him on the move before his opening keynote.What shouldn’t you miss at LegalTechTalk 2025?👉 Here’s what the founder says…🔍 We asked:❓ How are you really feeling this morning?❓ What’s the big vision behind this year’s event?❓ Which theme is the heartbeat of LegalTechTalk 2025?❓ What’s been the hardest thing to pull off?❓ If you’ve only got half a day here — what’s unmissable?❓ How do you build a community, not just a conference?❓ What vibe are you setting in your opening speech?❓ Who do you hope leaves here changed?❓ What does success look like when it’s all over?❓ And… what’s next when the doors finally close?So why should you be listening in? You can hear Rob and Bradley discussing:- How LegalTechTalk Has Scaled Up for 2025 and Beyond- The Vision: Tech for Good and Access to Justice- Building Up Community Rather Than Competition- Stages, Startups and Spectacular Entertainment- Extra Touches: Networking and WellbeingConnect with Bradley here - https://uk.linkedin.com/in/bradleycentaurcollins

On today’s Legally Speaking Podcast, I am delighted to be joined by Rachael Heenan. Rachael is a Senior Partner at Capsticks Solicitors LLP working with clients who seek to make a difference. Ranked as an Eminent Practitioner in Employment and Healthcare and described as a ‘phenomenal, superstar lawyer’ and ‘an inspirational role model’, Rachael is also a CEDR-accredited mediator specialising in workforce, partnership and governance issues along with being a Qualified Executive Leadership Coach. If that’s not enough, Rachael has also been listed in the Lawyer Hot 100 for Firm Management.So why should you be listening in? You can hear Rob and Rachael discussing:- Rachael’s Inspiring Career Journey and Experience- A Mediator’s Dynamic Leadership Philosophy- What Coaching, Mediation and a CEDR Accreditation Mean- The Importance of Diversity and Inclusion- Why We Need to Embrace Technology and ChangeConnect with Rachael here - https://uk.linkedin.com/in/rachael-heenan-7b29b07

If AI can draft your contracts, flag your redlines, and build your bundles…Who’s responsible when it gets it wrong?In our latest Legally Speaking Podcast™ LinkedIn Live, proudly sponsored by Clio, I sat down with Austin Brittenham, lawyer, founder, and CEO of 2nd Chair — the minds behind David AI, the “AI with a conscience” reshaping how small firms, solo lawyers, and students get legal work done.🎙 Topic: AI With a Conscience — Can Legal Tech Stay Ethical as It Scales?This wasn’t another AI hype session. It was a deep dive into:♦️ What happens when AI gets the law wrong — and how David AI avoids hallucination with built-in verification♦️ Why they designed for solo attorneys first — not BigLaw♦️ How firms can self-regulate today — without waiting for the SRA to catch up♦️ The future of legal education and whether AI should be a core subject♦️ Mental health, burnout, and building AI that supports people, not just processes💡 “Verification over velocity.” That was Austin’s core message — and it’s one every legal professional needs to hear.📌 Connect with Austin Brittenham: https://www.linkedin.com/in/abrittenham🔗 Explore David AI: www.2ndchair.ai🗓 Book a call: calendly.com/austin-2ndchair

🎥 “I know I should do video… but I don’t have the time, tech, or confidence.”Sound familiar?If you’re a lawyer still avoiding the camera, this Legally Speaking Podcast ™️ sponsored by Clio LinkedIn Live will change everything.I was joined by Kerry Barrett, Emmy-winning former NBC News anchor, media trainer, and founder of the Video Authority Blueprint, who turns video-shy lawyers into video-confident lawyers.💡 What we covered:⚖️ The #1 mistake lawyers make on camera (and how to fix it)📹 What kinds of video content actually convert for clients🎯 How to build authority even if you’re “not a natural on camera”💬 A viral tip Kerry shared that’s transformed body language & delivery — link in the comments🚨 Plus: Get 10% off her 1:1 coaching with code LEGALLYSPEAKING🎁 Free download: “The 5 Client-Winning Videos Every Attorney Should Record This Year”This is your moment to be seen, heard, and trusted — in a whole new way.🎥 Catch up now!#LegallySpeakingPodcast #LegalMarketing #VideoAuthority #LinkedInLive #PersonalBranding

On today’s Legally Speaking Podcast, I’m delighted to be joined by Philip Young.Philip is the Co-Founder of Garfield AI, the first SRA-regulated AI legal services firm. He was a City Lawyer for 25 years and previously a Partner at a specialist law firm. Philip has experience in a range of commercial cases. Upon leaving the City, Philip focused his attention on large language models - and passionate about access to justice, leading him to create Garfield AI.So why should you be listening in? You can hear Rob and Philip discussing:- Garfield AI Being the First SRA-Regulated AI Legal Services Firm- How Philip Leveraged ChatGPT-4 Technology to Create Garfield AI- Using a Hybrid Approach of Deterministic, Expert and Probabilistic AI Systems- What Garfield AI aims to Improve by Making Legal Processes More Accessible and Affordable- The Future of AI in Legal Services and the Removal of Repetitive, Administrative TasksConnect with Philip here - https://uk.linkedin.com/in/philip-young-091b665

We’re proud to be the official media partner for the first-ever edition of The Lawyers Retreat, co-founded by Kate Burt and Kirsty Pappin, which took place 13–16 May 2025 in Cala Carbo, Ibiza.This collaboration is part of our bigger mission:Inspiring legal minds. Transforming legal futures.2025 is our 10x year—no playing safe, no repeating the same formula, and absolutely no following the crowd.We’re investing in time, energy, and creativity to take the podcast global and partner with the most exciting initiatives shaping the future of law.Following the success of our Legally On The Move: Careers, Tech & Insights from Dubai miniseries, we’re not slowing down…✈️ Our Destination: Ibiza.Get ready for:💥 Strategy💥 Scaling💥 Sunshine💥 SuccessIn our final episode of Legally On The Move: Strategy, Scaling, Sunshine and Success from Ibiza, we have an open discussion with our hosts Kate Burt and Kirsty Pappin. We have come full circle from the first episode to dive into another poolside interview as Kate and Kirsty share details on the origins of the Lawyers Retreat and the exciting plans they have for the future. Stay tuned for more, thank you for being part of our amazing trip to Ibiza!You can hear Rob, Kate and Kirsty talking about:- The Origin and Inspiration behind The Lawyers Retreat- How Everything Came Together After a Name Was Decided- The Importance of Community and Collaboration- An Informal Setting Provoking Deeper Insights- Looking Ahead to 2026 and What to ExpectConnect with Kate and Kirsty here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kate-burt-hiverisk-co-uk/https://www.linkedin.com/in/kirsty-pappin-legal-practice-manager/https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-lawyers-retreat/

We’re proud to be the official media partner for the first-ever edition of The Lawyers Retreat, co-founded by Kate Burt and Kirsty Pappin, which took place 13–16 May 2025 in Cala Carbo, Ibiza.This collaboration is part of our bigger mission:Inspiring legal minds. Transforming legal futures. 2025 is our 10x year—no playing safe, no repeating the same formula, and absolutely no following the crowd.We’re investing in time, energy, and creativity to take the podcast global and partner with the most exciting initiatives shaping the future of law.Following the success of our Legally On The Move: Careers, Tech & Insights from Dubai miniseries, we’re not slowing down…✈️ Our Destination: Ibiza.Get ready for:💥 Strategy💥 Scaling💥 Sunshine💥 SuccessIn this episode, we speak with Michael Hanney, the Founder & CEO of ReviewSolicitors, the UK's largest review site that is used exclusively for the legal profession. With the tools that Michael and ReviewSolicitors provide, clients are able to read trusted feedback from others and seamlessly schedule appointments that lead to growth and opportunity.You can hear Rob and Michael talking about:- Michael’s Journey in Establishing ReviewSolicitors- Streamlining Workloads for Legal Clients and Professionals- The Importance of Networking Through Events Such as the Lawyers Retreat- Managing Reviews and Online Public Reception- Making the Most of Various Online Review PlatformsConnect with Michael here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mhanney/reviewsolicitors.co.uk/