The LawCareers.Net Podcast

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  Turning law firm applications into interviews – with BPP University Law School #Episode 49 13.07.2026 27min

  In this episode of the LawCareers.Net Podcast, BPP University careers expert Stephen Bloomer draws on more than a decade of experience helping aspiring lawyers navigate the recruitment process. Joining him is aspiring solicitor Ronak Rodrigues, who shares his own experiences of the application cycle – including the challenges and lessons learned along the way. From researching law firms effectively and showcasing your motivation to structuring standout application answers, Stephen reveals his top tips for making a lasting impression on recruiters. Whether you're preparing your first application or looking to improve your hit rate, this episode is packed with practical advice to help you approach your next application round with confidence. Find out more about the courses and support available at BPP: https://www.lawcareers.net/Courses/BPP-University-Law-School Visit LawCareers.Net's Application hub for more advice on acing those all-important law firm applications, whichever stage you're at: https://www.lawcareers.net/Explore/Application-Hub
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  Snapshot | A guide to law firm mergers #Episode 48 10.07.2026 4min

  Snapshot is the mini podcast series where we turn long-form content into quick summaries for easy, on-the-go listening. In this episode, we break down law firm mergers – why they happen, what firms are looking to achieve and what it can mean for your career. From growth and global expansion to financial pressures, we explore the key drivers behind mergers and why they’re becoming increasingly common in the legal sector. This episode is created from LawCareers.Net's guide to law firm mergers. Check out this full Feature to discover more: https://www.lawcareers.net/Explore/Features/24032026-A-guide-to-law-firm-mergers
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  COMMERCIAL CONNECT: Shell profits, UK speed limit cut, WH Smith closure, Amazon drone deliveries 08.05.2026 6min

  In the latest episode of COMMERCIAL CONNECT, LawCareers.Net's Dimitar and Ellie discuss some recent business and commercial news stories, including Shell's profits following the US‑Israel war with Iran and rising oil prices, calls to cut speed limits to ease fuel costs, the former WH Smith high‑street chain facing store closures and Amazon’s rollout of drone deliveries in the UK. Listen for a bitesize boost of commercial awareness! Visit LawCareers.Net's Commercial awareness hub: www.lawcareers.net/commercial-awareness The commercial news round-ups are posted every Thursday on our News section: www.lawcareers.net/Explore/News Wrestle with PESTLE analysis technique: https://www.lawcareers.net/Explore/LCNSays/Wrestle-with-PESTLE-what-is-it Read our Commercial Question articles written by law firms on commercial issues: https://www.lawcareers.net/Explore/CommercialQuestion
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  Wellbeing at work: from Gen Z expectations to early‑career lessons – with LawCare #Episode 47 20.04.2026 25min

  LawCareers.Net’s Ellie Nicholl (she/her) talks to LawCare CEO Elizabeth Rimmer about what wellbeing at work really looks like in the legal profession. The conversation covers long-hours culture, billable hours pressure, Gen Z expectations and where early-career lawyers can find meaningful support. Explore the topic further: - Work‑life balance in the legal profession: https://www.lawcareers.net/Explore/Features/13052025-Worklife-balance-in-the-legal-profession-mental-health-under-the-micro - What we can learn from Gen Z: https://www.lawcareers.net/Explore/LCNSays/What-can-we-learn-from-Gen-Z-to-improve-working-culture-in-law - LawCare: https://www.lawcare.org.uk
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  Practice Area Profile: projects/project finance – with White & Case LLP 14.04.2026 16min

  In this Practice Area Profile episode, newly qualified solicitor at White & Case, Bethany Carter, shares what working in projects/project finance is really like, from choosing the practice area and training contract highlights to the realities of advising on major infrastructure and energy developments. Listen to gain an insight into life in White & Case's energy, infrastructure, project and asset finance team, the routes into the practice and the key things you should know before launching your legal career. You can read the full written Practice Area Profile here: https://www.lawcareers.net/Solicitors/SolicitorPracticeAreas/Projectsproject-finance Find out about training at White & Case with the firm’s LawCareers.Net profile: https://www.lawcareers.net/Solicitors/White-Case-LLP This episode is prepared for the general information of interested persons. It is not, and does not attempt to be, comprehensive in nature. Due to the general nature of its content, it should not be regarded as legal advice. Music: Tape Star by Shane Ivers - www.silvermansound.com
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  Episode 46: trending commercial issues aspiring lawyers should know in 2026 27.02.2026 11min

  Kicking off 2026, LawCareers.Net’s Ellie and Dimitar break down the major commercial trends set to shape the year ahead. For aspiring lawyers, developing commercial awareness means understanding clients’ worlds and spotting how big events ripple into legal practice. This episode highlights the key issues to watch in 2026 and what they could mean for the legal sector. You can read the full written article now: https://www.lawcareers.net/Explore/Features/03022026-Trending-commercial-issues-to-know-about-in-2026 Boost your commercial awareness further by visiting LCN's Commercial awareness hub: https://www.lawcareers.net/commercial-awareness Plus, hear directly from experts at law firms about commercial issues now: https://www.lawcareers.net/Explore/CommercialQuestion
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  Episode 45: your guide to becoming a licensed conveyancer with Claire Richardson 06.01.2026 21min

  In this episode, Claire Richardson, director of authorisations at the Council for Licensed Conveyancers (CLC), joins us to explore the conveyancing route. She explains the different qualification levels, the importance of work experience and how AI is transforming the profession.
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  Episode 44: celebrating 200 years of the Law Society with Helen Cammock 16.10.2025 21min

  In this episode, artist and Turner Prize winner Helen Cammock joins us to discuss her powerful new artwork commissioned by the Law Society of England and Wales to mark its 200th anniversary. Helen shares the inspiration behind the piece and why she was keen to focus on lawyers at the start of her career.
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  Practice Area Profile: shipping and trade – with Watson Farley & Williams LLP 29.09.2025 24min

  In this Practice Area Profile episode, Watson Farley & Williams LLP associate Katie Shiels describes her journey into ship finance law and her career highlights. Listen to gain an insight into what it’s really like to work in this area, and find out the things you should know before you launch your legal career. You can read the full written Practice Area Profile here: https://www.lawcareers.net/Solicitors/SolicitorPracticeAreas/Shipping-trade Find out about training at Watson Farley & Williams LLP with the firm’s LawCareers.Net profile: https://www.lawcareers.net/Solicitors/Watson-Farley-Williams-LLP Music: Tape Star by Shane Ivers - www.silvermansound.com
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  Practice Area Profile: private equity – with Ropes & Gray International LLP 01.09.2025 15min

  In this Practice Area Profile episode, Ropes & Gray International LLP associate Michael Asprou describes his journey into private equity law and how he sees the legal industry developing in the future. Listen to gain an insight into what it’s really like to work in this area, and find out the things you should know before you launch your legal career. You can read the full written Practice Area Profile here: https://www.lawcareers.net/Solicitors/SolicitorPracticeAreas/Private-equity Find out about training at Ropes & Gray International LLP with the firm’s LawCareers.Net profile: www.lawcareers.net/Solicitors/Rope…ternational-LLP Music: Tape Star by Shane Ivers - www.silvermansound.com
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  Episode 43: life as an international law student in the UK – a conversation with Ian Teoh 21.08.2025 18min

  In this episode, LawCareers.Net’s Dimitar Dimitrov speaks with Ian Teoh, a recent UCL law graduate and international student from Malaysia, who has secured a training contract at a leading law firm. Ian shares his journey of adapting to life and legal education in the UK, overcoming imposter syndrome, building community, and gaining legal experience both locally and abroad. He also offers practical advice for international law students on how to use their unique backgrounds to stand out in the legal recruitment process. Read 'Becoming a lawyer in the UK: an international student’s guide': https://www.lawcareers.net/Explore/Features/20052025-Becoming-a-lawyer-in-the-UK-an-international-students-guide Find out more about The University of Law: ad.doubleclick.net/ddm/clk/530221062;338120834;o
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  Episode 42: navigating the Bar – a conversation with Aminah Omoteso 27.06.2025 15min

  Join us as we chat with Aminah Omoteso, law graduate, about her journey to the Bar, overcoming self-doubt and the power of advocacy. Packed with practical advice and honest reflections, this episode is a must-listen for aspiring barristers! Discover everything you need to know about becoming a barrister by visiting LawCareers.Net's Barrister hub: https://www.lawcareers.net/Barristers Find out more about The University of Law: ad.doubleclick.net/ddm/clk/530221062;338120834;o
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  COMMERCIAL CONNECT: Gatwick runway, Instagram Reels app, AI-related job cuts, Sky piracy 28.02.2025 5min

  In the latest episode of COMMERCIAL CONNECT, Ellie and Dimitar from LawCareers.Net discuss some recent business and commercial news stories, including Gatwick Airport's second runway project, DBS Bank's plans to cut 4,000 temporary roles due to AI integration, Instagram potentially launching Reels as a standalone app and Sky's accusation of Amazon's failure to prevent piracy on its Fire TV Sticks. Listen for a bitesize boost of commercial awareness! LawCareers.Net's Commercial awareness hub: www.lawcareers.net/commercial-awareness The commercial news round-ups are posted every Thursday on our News section: www.lawcareers.net/Explore/News Trending commercial issues to know about in 2025: https://www.lawcareers.net/Explore/Features/18022025-Trending-commercial-issues-to-know-about-in-2025 Wrestle with PESTLE: impact of AI on the legal field: https://www.lawcareers.net/Explore/LCNSays/Wrestle-with-PESTLE-impact-of-AI-on-the-legal-field Find out more about studying at The University of Law: link.lawcareers.net/ULawPodcast
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  Practice Area Profile: construction and engineering - with Charles Russell Speechlys LLP 05.12.2024 17min

  In this Practice Area Profile episode, we speak to partner Francis Ho about his career in construction and engineering law at Charles Russell Speechlys and how this has evolved over the years. He talks about how his skills are applicable worldwide, his role in advising on contractual positions and how technology and changes in building regulations have transformed the construction industry. Listen to gain an insight into what it’s really like to work in this area, and find out the things you should know before you launch your legal career. You can read the full written Practice Area Profile here: https://www.lawcareers.net/Solicitors/SolicitorPracticeAreas/Construction-engineering Find out more about training at Charles Russell Speechlys with the firm's LawCareers.Net profile: https://www.lawcareers.net/Solicitors/Charles-Russell-Speechlys-LLP Music: Tape Star by Shane Ivers - www.silvermansound.com
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  Practice Area Profile: private client – with Charles Russell Speechlys LLP 31.10.2024 18min

  In this Practice Area Profile episode, Charles Russell Speechlys LLP associate Millie Parrott shares her journey into private client law, highlighting the variety of work and client interactions that come with this practice area. Millie also discusses some of the interesting cases she’s worked on, including one involving an ultra-high net-worth individual. Plus, she offers valuable advice for aspiring lawyers on choosing a career path. Listen to gain an insight into what it’s really like to work in this area, and find out the things you should know before you launch your legal career. You can read the full written Practice Area Profile here: https://www.lawcareers.net/Solicitors/SolicitorPracticeAreas/Private-client Find out about training at Charles Russell Speechlys LLP with the firm’s LawCareers.Net profile: https://www.lawcareers.net/Solicitors/Charles-Russell-Speechlys-LLP Music: Tape Star by Shane Ivers - www.silvermansound.com
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  Episode 41: the past, present and future of women in law – with Dana Denis-Smith 23.09.2024 35min

  In this episode we speak to Dana Denis-Smith, CEO of Obelisk Support and founder of the First 100 Years, about her journey from journalist to lawyer. We chat about why Dana launched the First 100 Years, the mission behind Obelisk Support, the future of the legal profession for women and the new scholarship campaign – Paving the Way. Find out more about the Paving the Way scholarship campaign: https://www.lawcareers.net/Explore/News/Next-100-Years-launches-new-scholarship-campaign-20032024 Read Dana's thoughts on the values of the next generation of lawyers and whether law firms will rise to the challenge to meet these needs: https://www.lawcareers.net/Explore/LCNSays/Next-generation-want-employers-that-match-their-values-will-law-firms-rise-to Plus, we take a look at three women who've changed the legal industry in this Feature, including Dana: https://www.lawcareers.net/Explore/LCNSays/The-women-who-changed-the-legal-industry Find out more about studying at The University of Law: https://link.lawcareers.net/ULawPodcast
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  COMMERCIAL CONNECT: King Charles, wages, Taylor Swift, Amazon 25.07.2024 6min

  In the latest episode of COMMERCIAL CONNECT, Ellie and Dimitar from LawCareers.Net discuss some recent business and commercial news stories, including King Charles's speech on the new Labour government’s legislative plans, wages in the UK, the 'Taylor Swift effect' on inflation and an update on Amazon workers at the Coventry warehouse. Listen for a bitesize boost of commercial awareness! LawCareers.Net's Commercial awareness hub: www.lawcareers.net/commercial-awareness The commercial news round-ups are posted every Thursday on our News section: www.lawcareers.net/Explore/News The present and future of legal tech: https://www.lawcareers.net/Explore/LCNSays/The-present-and-future-of-legal-tech The impact LawCareersNetLIVE has had on my legal career – and how it can positively influence yours: https://www.lawcareers.net/Explore/LCNSays/The-impact-LawCareersNetLIVE-has-had-on-my-legal-career-and-how-it-can Find out more about studying at The University of Law: https://link.lawcareers.net/ULawPodcast
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  COMMERCIAL CONNECT: Sainsbury's Bank, Just Stop Oil protests, Amazon 27.06.2024 7min

  In the latest episode of COMMERCIAL CONNECT, Bethany and Ellie from LawCareers.Net discuss some recent business and commercial news stories, including Natwest's purchase of Sainsbury's Bank, recent Just Stop Oil protests and Amazon's Coventry warehouse making steps to unionising. Listen for a bitesize boost of commercial awareness! LawCareers.Net's Commercial awareness hub: www.lawcareers.net/commercial-awareness The commercial news round-ups are posted every Thursday on our News section: www.lawcareers.net/Explore/News Commercial Questions: www.lawcareers.net/Explore/CommercialQuestion Wrestle with PESTLE: Taylor Swift – The Eras Tour: https://www.lawcareers.net/Explore/LCNSays/Wrestle-with-PESTLE-Taylor-Swift-The-Eras-Tour Find out more about studying at The University of Law: https://link.lawcareers.net/ULawPodcast
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  COMMERCIAL CONNECT: interest rates, streaming services, TikTok 16.05.2024 6min

  In the latest episode of COMMERCIAL CONNECT, Bethany and Ellie from LawCareers.Net sit down to discuss some recent business and commercial news stories, including interest rates, competing streaming services and TikTok. Listen for a bitesize boost of your commercial awareness! LawCareers.Net's Commercial awareness hub: https://www.lawcareers.net/commercial-awareness The commercial news round-ups are posted every Thursday on our News section: https://www.lawcareers.net/Explore/News Commercial Questions: https://www.lawcareers.net/Explore/CommercialQuestion Wrestle with PESTLE: https://www.lawcareers.net/Search?qs=wrestle+with+pestle Find out more about studying at The University of Law: ad.doubleclick.net/ddm/clk/487671176;294822526;w
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  Episode 40: fashion law, career pivots and finding your 'why' - with Bunmi Jenfa 15.04.2024 23min

  In this episode we speak to legal professional Bunmi Jenfa about imposter syndrome, Shein lawsuits, career pivots and the importance of finding your 'why' when pursuing a legal career. Find out more about studying at The University of Law: ad.doubleclick.net/ddm/clk/487671176;294822526;w Sign up to LawCareers.Net here: lawcareers.net/MyLCN/Register