Legally Speaking Podcast
Legally Speaking Podcast™
Inspiring Legal Minds. Transforming Legal Futures.
The Legally Speaking Podcast, sponsored by Clio, inspires, educates and entertains. Think of it as a law library—with better snacks and standout guests.
Hosted by Rob Hanna, legal careers expert, LinkedIn Top Voice and Founder, we interview lawyers, law firm leaders, legal tech pioneers, DEI champions, and even Netflix stars.
Guests explore legal innovation, career growth, AI, wellbeing and redefining success. New episodes every Monday for the main show, with minisodes as well for quick enjoyment.
Tune in now to supercharge your legal career.
The Legally Speaking Podcast, sponsored by Clio, inspires, educates and entertains. Think of it as a law library—with better snacks and standout guests.
Hosted by Rob Hanna, legal careers expert, LinkedIn Top Voice and Founder, we interview lawyers, law firm leaders, legal tech pioneers, DEI champions, and even Netflix stars.
Guests explore legal innovation, career growth, AI, wellbeing and redefining success. New episodes every Monday for the main show, with minisodes as well for quick enjoyment.
Tune in now to supercharge your legal career.
Episodes
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Sep 25, 2024 • 35min
Clio Series F Funding Update - Jack Newton, Founder and CEO of Clio
Send us a text In this special episode, Rob Hanna was joined by Jack Newton, the Founder and CEO of Clio, at the Innovate Legal Summit 2024. They discussed Clio’s latest funding round and what Jack hopes the company will be able to do as a result. So why should you be listening in? You can hear Rob and Jack discussing: Expanding Clio’s AI capabilities The impact on small to mid-sized law firmsThe transformative potential of AI in the legal industryInternational expansion&...
Sep 23, 2024 • 52min
ClientEarth: Creating Climate-Led Legislation for Everyone - James Thornton - S8 E29
Send us a text How can the law save the environment? Tune into this episode, featuring James Thornton, the President & Founder of ClientEarth, to find out more about the way that government legislation is protecting and supporting our planet for future generations. So why should you be listening in? You can hear Rob and James discussing: What ClientEarth is and how it operatesHow law is helping to shape a more sustainable futureJames’s book, ‘Nature, My Teacher’The signifi...
Sep 16, 2024 • 32min
Protecting Protest Law: Defending Human Rights in the UK - Katy Watts - S8 E28
Send us a text Meet Katy Watts, a Solicitor at Liberty (National Council for Civil Liberties), where she works on protests, technology, surveillance and data rights law. In this episode, Katy explained her landmark legal case against the Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts Act 2022, as well as her work to protect human rights law in the UK. So why should you be listening in? You can hear Rob and Katy discussing: Katy’s motivation for getting into human rights lawLiberty...
Sep 9, 2024 • 38min
The Moral Obligation to Develop Legal AI - Hemant Kashyap - S8 E27
Send us a text Join Rob Hanna and Hemant Kashyap, the Chief Product Officer at Clio, as they dive into Clio’s new features, product strategy and AI tools. This episode is a crash-course in making a mission-motivated difference, particularly in the legal space. So why should you be listening in? You can hear Rob and Hemant discussing: The shockingly statistics about access to legal representation Hemant’s most valuable skillMajor trends in legal techHow to align cust...
Sep 1, 2024 • 33min
Regulating Technology: Protecting Human Rights at the Border - Petra Molnar - S8E26
Send us a text Borders are a legally unregulated space where human rights are often not protected. To help us explore these liminal spaces, we invited Petra Molnar, the Associate Director of the Refugee Law Lab at York University and Faculty Associate at the Berkman Klein Center for Internet & Society at Harvard University, onto the show. So why should you be listening in? You can hear Rob and Petra discussing: The Migration & Technology MonitorCommon legal issues around m...
Aug 26, 2024 • 52min
Stress & Law Firm Founders: The Importance of Authenticity at Work - Michael Burne - S8 E25
Send us a text Learn how to reduce stress in law firms with this week’s guest, Michael Burne, the Founder and Chief Executive of Carbon Law Partners and Bamboo. In this episode, he shared the importance of embracing authenticity throughout your career to attract the right customers and improve your mental health at work. So why should you be listening in? You can hear Rob and Michael discussing: Mental health in law firmsAlternative business structuresConsolidation in the lega...
Aug 19, 2024 • 40min
Automating Document Collection with Pigeon’s Founder and COO - Adam Sharf - S8E24
Send us a text Join us for a deep dive into an innovative tech solution for the legal industry. Meet Adam Sharf, the COO & Co-Founder at Pigeon - a legal tech firm that’s transforming the way that lawyers and paralegals go about collecting and filing documents. He talked to us about his experiences in creating a customer-focused company. So why should you be listening in? You can hear Rob and Adam discussing: Adam’s previous roles in the legal industryPigeon’s unique name ...
Aug 12, 2024 • 39min
More Than Just A Lawyer: Wearing Multiple Hats in the Legal Industry - Puja Modha - S8E23
Send us a text Discover how to tackle nepotism in the legal industry with insights from Puja Modha, a Partner at Aria Grace Law. Puja joined us on the Legally Speaking Podcast to shed light on her negative experiences of nepotism in the work place, as well as suggesting ways for firms to create more equitable environments. So why should you be listening in? You can hear Rob and Puja discussing: Puja’s relationships with work and wellness Building resilience as a lawyerHow jou...
Aug 5, 2024 • 54min
Global Legal Careers: An Interview with Harneys’ Global Managing Partner - William Peake - S8E22
Send us a text Explore the complexities of a cross-jurisdiction legal career with your host, Rob Hanna, and this episode’s guest, William Peake, the Global Managing Partner at Harneys. They covered everything from essential global leadership skills to the importance of justice, equality, diversity and inclusion in a worldwide firm. So why should you be listening in? You can hear Rob and William discussing: A typical day in William’s roleSome of his most interesting casesThe challe...
Jul 29, 2024 • 37min
The Right to Free Speech: Legal Protections for Comedians - Carl Unegbu - S8E21
Carl Unegbu, a lawyer and comedy editor, delves into the unique intersection of comedy and legal protections. He shares insights on why comedians face fewer legal restrictions compared to other entertainers. Unegbu discusses the importance of First Amendment rights for comedians and the implications of defamation laws across countries. Additionally, he explores how AI is shaping the future of comedy, highlighting both challenges and opportunities for creators in this evolving landscape.
