Send us a textIs AI the future of law? This week, I’m speaking with Tom Martin, the CEO & Founder of Lawdroid, an AI-driven company making waves in the legal industry. Tom shares how AI can help lawyers work smarter, not harder and what it means to make technology accessible to every legal professional. If you’re curious about the evolution of legal tech and want to glimpse into the next big trends, this episode is for you. Go give it a listen now!So why should you be listening in? You can hear Rob and Tom discussing:AI as a Collaborator and Co-pilotLawdroid’s MissionLegal Tech Product VersatilityAI in Legal PracticeHybrid AI SolutionsConnect with Tom here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomasgmartinSupport the show

Send us a textCan we make the legal profession more human? This week, I'm joined by Claire Sanders, Founder of the Legal Space and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting. Claire is on a mission to simplify law and bring a human touch to legal work. From her roles at Nintendo and Huel to transforming legal services to startups, Claire shares her powerful insights on creating a more compassion, people-centred profession. If you're curious about what it means to bring humanity to the law, you won't want to miss this episode.So why should you be listening in? You can hear Rob and Claire discussing:The Transition from Private Practice to In-House Legal Roles Challenges of Being the First In-House LawyerResilience in High-Growth CompaniesBreaking Down the Stereotypes of LawyersBuilding Relationships and Stakeholder ManagementConnect with Claire here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/claire-sanders-41160846/Support the show

Send us a textHUGE News from Innovate Legal! 🎉 I’m super excited to share our first-ever live recording of the Legally Speaking Podcast ™️, hosted at Innovate Legal in collaboration with Clio - Cloud-Based Legal Technology in Manchester. We gathered some brilliant minds to tackle one big question: How can technology truly transform law firms to be more efficient, secure, and client-focused? This session featured: 🔹 Harry Suleman - HARRY SULEMAN SOLICITORS LIMITED 🔹 Kate Burt - CEO & Founder of HiveRisk 🔹 Alex Holt - Director of Business Development at The Cashroom These experts shared real, practical insights on everything from managing financial challenges to improving security and keeping up with client expectations in a tech-driven world. We discussed: 💡 The most overlooked financial pain points for firms 💡 How smaller firms can boost security without breaking the bank 💡 Real ROI stories on legal tech investments 💡 Trends shaping the future of risk management It was an incredible conversation, packed with takeaways for anyone looking to make smarter tech decisions in their firm. A big thank you to our panelists and everyone who joined us in person! And if you missed it, catch the full session here and tell us—what’s one challenge your firm is facing that tech could help solve?Support the show

Send us a textWhat are the three qualities you’ll need to succeed in your path to pupillage? In this episode, Sailesh Mehta, a Barrister at Red Lion Chambers, shared his top three attributes for pupillage candidates. He also touched on the importance of resilience, honesty, and self-belief. He also spoke about the value of being well-read and informed. Listen in for some invaluable advice from a leading criminal barrister. Don't forget to join our Discord community where we connect with like-minded people, share resources, and continue the conversation from this episode.Sponsored by Clio - the #1 legal software for clients, cases, billing and more!💻 www.legallyspeakingpodcast.com info@legallyspeakingpodcast.comSupport the show

Send us a textCan AI be trusted to provide complex legal advice? In this episode, your host, Rob Hanna, is joined by Alexander Samuel Kardos-Nyheim, the Founder & CEO of Safe Sign Technologies, to discuss AI’s role in making legal advice more accessible to the general population. So why should you be listening in? You can hear Rob and Alexander discussing:Why Alexander founded Safe Sign Technologies How AI can make legal advice more accessible AI’s unreliability Being acquired by Reuters Advice for aspiring entrepreneursConnect with Alexander here. Join us on your favourite podcast streaming app!Don't forget to join our Discord community where we connect with like-minded people, share resources, and continue the conversation from this episode.Sponsored by Clio - the #1 legal software for clients, cases, billing and more!💻 www.legallyspeakingpodcast.com info@legallyspeakingpodcast.comSupport the show

Send us a textDo you want to know how to reduce anxiety during your path to pupilage? Nicholas Hall is a Barrister at Red Lion Chambers, and he joined me to share his advice for pupilage candidates, including the importance of staying calm and relaxing before you interviews. We also touched on the importance of enthusiasm throughout the conversation, as it’s a key attribute that most interviewers would look for. Tune in now for some great insights from another leading barrister. Don't forget to join our Discord community where we connect with like-minded people, share resources, and continue the conversation from this episode.Sponsored by Clio - the #1 legal software for clients, cases, billing and more!💻 www.legallyspeakingpodcast.com info@legallyspeakingpodcast.comSupport the show

Send us a textHave you ever considered working with a life coach? Then you won’t want to miss this episode with Emma Roche, an Of-Counsel Lawyer in Commercial Real Estate at BDB Pitmans and a qualified Life Coach. She shared her insights on the state of lawyers’ mental health and what we can do to improve it. So why should you be listening in? You can hear Rob and Emma discussing:Of-Counsel rolesSome of Emma’s most memorable casesThe value of living intentionally How law firms can improve well-being for their employeesThe impact of adjusting your mindsetJoin us on your favourite podcast streaming app!Don't forget to join our Discord community where we connect with like-minded people, share resources, and continue the conversation from this episode.Sponsored by Clio - the #1 legal software for clients, cases, billing and more!💻 www.legallyspeakingpodcast.com info@legallyspeakingpodcast.comSupport the show

Send us a textResearching the chambers you’re applying to will help you get ahead in your search for a pupillage position. In this episode of the Pupillage Pathways miniseries, Rob Hanna was joined by Alistair Fell, a Barrister at Red Lion Chambers, to talk about the best ways for pupillage candidates to prepare for their applications and interviews. Alistair also shared his own experience of gaining a pupillage position, sharing his advice for new lawyers who want to follow in his footsteps. Tune in for some great insights!Don't forget to join our Discord community where we connect with like-minded people, share resources, and continue the conversation from this episode.Sponsored by Clio - the #1 legal software for clients, cases, billing and more!💻 www.legallyspeakingpodcast.com info@legallyspeakingpodcast.comSupport the show

Send us a textMeet Sarah Tuthill-Kveton, a Partner at Chock Barhoum LLP and the Chief Legal Officer of CaseMark. She joined your host, Rob Hanna, in this episode of The Legally Speaking Podcast to share her insights as a defence attorney on how AI is making legal support more accessible by reducing lawyers’ workloads. So why should you be listening in? You can hear Rob and Sarah discussing:Insurance defence Her transition from public to civil defence CaseMark’s founding story AI’s impact on billing hours Advice for aspiring insurance defence attorneys Join us on your favourite podcast streaming app!Support the show

Send us a textBeing yourself is one of the most important aspects of a pupillage interview. In this episode, Alex Benn, a Barrister at Red Lion Chambers, joined your host, Rob Hanna, to talk about pupillage interviews. He shared his insights on the role of a panel’s preferences when it comes to choosing pupillage candidates. Alex suggested that creating personal connections based on authentic communication is the key to attaining your goals in the path to pupillage. Tune in now to learn more about the power of shared values in interviews. Don't forget to join our Discord community where we connect with like-minded people, share resources, and continue the conversation from this episode.Sponsored by Clio - the #1 legal software for clients, cases, billing and more!💻 www.legallyspeakingpodcast.com info@legallyspeakingpodcast.comSupport the show