
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.
Latest episodes

Feb 27, 2023 • 30min
Diversity and Inclusion in Legal Systems: Wills & Trusts - James Lister - S6E25
Send us a text Diversity and inclusion in the legal system need not just an awareness of the differences but also the capacity to change one's own conduct in order to connect with others on an equal footing. This week, we're super excited to be chatting with James Lister, head of private wealth disputes and a partner at Stevens & Bolton. James advises on claims by or involving estates and trusts, most commonly involving high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth individuals. Prior to his le...

Feb 20, 2023 • 31min
Disrupting Personal Injury Law With Purpose - Joshua Schwadron - S6E24
Send us a text Lawyers play an integral role in the services and outcomes that client gets. But what if their interest is not aligned with those of the client? Lawyers are paid a percentage of the total settlement, and these incentives encourage behaviour that directly hurts the vulnerable when they are at their most vulnerable. This week we're super excited to be chatting with Joshua Schwadron, CEO and Founder of a legal startup called Mighty that aims to help people navigate the legal syst...

Feb 13, 2023 • 41min
Empowerment Of Women in the Legal Profession - Dana Denis-Smith OBE - S6E23
Send us a text Were you curious about who the first woman solicitor was and there is no archive about helping to place ourselves in history? This week we're super excited to be chatting with Dana Denis-Smith. In order to address the issue within the legal profession, Dana Denis-Smith OBE, an entrepreneur, journalist, lawyer, and women's advocate resolved to take action. She created Obelisk Support in 2010, which provides a legal service about flexible work environments for female employees....

Feb 6, 2023 • 32min
Legal Marketing Solutions for Lawyers, By Lawyers - Jordan Ostroff - S6E22
Send us a text We know that not every legal professional or firm is built the same. Some of them were able to tailor their solutions to stand out in a competitive marketplace but others are still struggling to implement strategies. This week, we're super excited to be chatting with Jordan Ostroff, who is a creative businessman who serves as a President of LegalEase Marketing, a Managing Partner of Jordan Law FI, and a board member of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Florida. Even though ...

Jan 30, 2023 • 45min
Accelerating Law into the World of Web3 - Charles Lew - S6E21
Send us a text Although there is no one-size-fits-all route to entrepreneurial success, embracing your purpose and mission will give you the drive and bravery to really make the necessary leap. This week, we're super excited to be chatting with Charles Lew, a renowned Los Angeles attorney. Charles Lew is a multifaceted humanitarian and business leader. He is a board member of the nonprofit Mental Health America Los Angeles in addition to running The Lew Firm and sits on the Board of Directo...

Jan 23, 2023 • 44min
Change and Innovation in the Legal Industry - Awin Tavakoli - S6E20
Send us a text Change and innovation in the legal industry are helping to improve the quality and accessibility of legal services, creating new opportunities for legal professionals and making it easier for individuals and businesses to navigate the legal system. This week, we're chatting with Awin Tavakoli, founder and CEO of Tavakoli Advisory, an advisory firm in Zürich, Switzerland. She is an international speaker and has shared the stage with many famous faces, including Randi Zuckerberg...

Jan 16, 2023 • 49min
Legally Blissed: Common Issues in the Legal Field - Suzi Hixon - S6E19
Send us a text The legal field is a complex and constantly evolving arena and as such, it is prone to a variety of issues. Addressing these problems will require a concerted effort from legal professionals, policymakers and society as a whole to ensure that the system is fair, just and accessible. Just as how Suzi Hixon founded the impressive Legally Blissed, which creates content and resources for women in the legal profession. She is devoted to helping women become their own advocates and ...

Jan 9, 2023 • 44min
Navigating the Apprenticeship Process - Holly Moore - S6E18
Send us a text Can you really qualify as a lawyer without having to go down the traditional route? Alternative pathways to qualifying as a lawyer are gaining popularity as more people look for ways to enter the legal profession without the traditional route of law school... There are lots of alternative roles such as becoming a paralegal or legal secretary within a law firm but with the likes of CILEx and CLC qualifications turning heads as a great alternative to the LPC... is there rea...

Jan 3, 2023 • 35min
The Global Litigation Powerhouse - John B. Quinn - S6E17
Send us a text Imagine founding a firm that's branded a 'global litigation powerhouse' by none other than The Wall Street Journal, as well as being the 2nd most profitable law firm in the world... This week, we're kicking off 2023 with a real BANG, having had the opportunity to chat with ''legendary first-chair litigator'' John B. Quinn! John is extremely well-known in his field and has been named a ‘legal titan’ and ‘known litigation genius’ in the industry. John founded Quinn Emanuel Urqu...

Dec 19, 2022 • 30min
An Online Directory Of Lawyers: Is This The Future? - Adam Reiman - S6E16
Send us a text Everything is online nowadays. You can't avoid it. Technology is paving the way for the future of all businesses and the law sector is no different. That being said, would you use a 'Lawyer Directory' to find the best lawyer for you? This week, we're chatting to Lawyer.com's Director of Coaching and Live Events, Adam Reiman. Lawyer.com is the number #1 US lawyer matching service and online directory, connecting consumers with qualified lawyers. With their offices in Basking Ri...