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  Future Trainee Series: Balancing Applications with Life 07.10.2026 15dk

  Future Trainee Panel Series - Balancing Training Contract Applications With University, Work and Life Guests: - Gulsum Qane, Clyde & Co - Josh Medina, A&O Shearman - David Wallis, Freshfields In this episode, three future trainees share practical advice on one of the biggest challenges facing aspiring solicitors: balancing training contract and vacation scheme applications with university, work and everything else going on in life. Key topics include: • Prioritising applica...
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  Bruno Bertrand-Delfau, co-Head of Secondaries at Proskauer — On Secondaries, Private Capital and One of the Fastest-Growing Markets in Finance 02.09.2026 32dk

  In this episode, Bruno explains the rapid evolution of the secondaries market and why it has become one of the most important areas of private capital over the past two decades. Bruno begins by explaining what secondaries actually are, breaking down how the market provides liquidity for investors in private equity, infrastructure, real estate and private credit funds. He explores why secondaries have evolved from a niche product into a critical part of the private capital ecosystem as invest...
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  Will Normand, Head of Asset Management at Travers Smith — On Private Capital, AI and Building the Next Generation of Lawyers 26.08.2026 35dk

  In this episode, Will explains how the private capital industry has evolved over the past two decades and why the most successful law firms are rethinking how they advise clients, develop talent and differentiate themselves in an increasingly competitive market. Will begins by demystifying asset management, breaking down the different types of investment funds and explaining why private capital has become one of the fastest-growing areas of the legal industry. He explores the rise of private...
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  Russell Warren, Head of Tax at King & Spalding — On Private Capital, Tax Law and Building a Personal Brand 19.08.2026 28dk

  In this episode, Russell Warren, Tax Partner at King & Spalding, explains why tax sits at the heart of private capital transactions and shares how the role of a modern tax lawyer extends far beyond advising on legislation. Russell begins by explaining his practice, advising private equity, private credit, infrastructure, real estate and other alternative investment funds throughout the entire investment lifecycle. From raising capital and structuring funds to acquisitions, portfolio mana...
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  Darren Rogers, Head of Real Estate at McDermott Will & Schulte — On Building Client Relationships, life in US Law Firms and the Future of Real Assets 12.08.2026 31dk

  In this episode, Darren Rogers, Head of Real Estate in London at McDermott Will & Schulte, shares the career decisions that shaped his journey from trainee to leading one of the firm's fastest-growing practice areas. Darren reflects on qualifying outside London before making the move to the City, explaining why he left a structured environment at CMS after just six months to join a smaller, fast-growing team. He discusses how that decision accelerated his career by giving him greater res...
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  Future Trainee Series: Fleur Florin 05.08.2026 13dk

  Fleur Florin, Future Trainee Solicitor at Norton Rose Fulbright — On Standing Out, Securing a Training Contract and Building a Legal Career In this episode, Fleur swaps the interviewer's chair for the guest seat to reflect on the biggest lessons she's learned from interviewing aspiring lawyers and future trainees who have successfully secured training contracts at leading law firms. Fleur explains that one theme emerged consistently throughout every conversation: the strongest candidates al...
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  Future Trainee Series: Louis Sheridan 29.07.2026 15dk

  Louis Sheridan, Future Trainee Solicitor at Paul, Weiss — On Private Equity, Commercial Awareness and Writing Standout Applications In this episode, Louis Sheridan shares his journey to securing a training contract at Paul, Weiss, explaining how a genuine fascination with private equity, relentless curiosity and a distinctive approach to commercial awareness helped him stand out during one of the most competitive recruitment processes in the legal industry. Louis reflects on the exact momen...
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  Future Trainee Series: Hasti Mozhdehi 22.07.2026 15dk

  Hasti Mozhdehi, Future Trainee Solicitor at Latham & Watkins — From Retail Management to Securing a Training Contract In this episode, Hasti Mozhdehi shares her journey to securing a training contract at Latham & Watkins, explaining how leadership experience outside law, a focused application strategy and genuine relationship building helped her stand out. Hasti reflects on discovering commercial law during her gap year while working her way up from sales associate to store manager ...
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  Future Trainee Series: Dana Altunisi 15.07.2026 10dk

  Dana Altunisi, Future Trainee Solicitor at Dentons — From Professional Ballet to Securing a Training Contract In this episode, Dana Altunisi shares her journey securing a training contract at Dentons, explaining how she navigated the solicitor vs barrister decision, leveraged her international background and found ways to stand out in one of the most competitive graduate recruitment markets. Dana reflects on entering law without always knowing commercial law was the right path. Through univ...
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  Future Trainee Series: Heidi Daryanani 08.07.2026 12dk

  Heidi Daryanani, Future Trainee Solicitor at RPC — On Paralegal Experience, Training Contracts and Standing Out in Applications In this episode, Heidi shares her journey from growing up between India, Ireland and the UK to securing a training contract at RPC, offering practical advice for aspiring lawyers navigating the increasingly competitive route into commercial law. Heidi reflects on discovering commercial law through years of study and practical experience rather than following a pred...
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  Future Trainee Series: Yusuf Serang 01.07.2026 17dk

  Yusuf Serang, Future Trainee Solicitor at Fieldfisher — From India to a Training Contract in the UK In this episode, Yusuf shares his inspiring journey from Mumbai to securing a training contract at Fieldfisher, offering practical advice for aspiring lawyers on networking, academic success and standing out in competitive applications. Yusuf reflects on moving to the UK as an international student to study law at Swansea University and explains how he approached university with an open mind,...
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  Ian Bagshaw, Managing Partner at Perkins Coie London — The Future of Law Firms, AI & Training the Next Generation 24.06.2026 57dk

  In this episode, Ian Bagshaw shares his remarkable career journey from accidental lawyer to Managing Partner of Perkins Coie London, offering a fascinating perspective on how technology, talent and culture are reshaping the legal profession. Ian reflects on working his way into law through an unexpected route and beginning his career at Eversheds before becoming one of the youngest partners at Clifford Chance. He went on to lead Private Equity at Linklaters, serve as Global Head of Private E...
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  Catherine Casazza, Senior Legal Counsel at Fidelity International — From Wall Street to the Buy Side 17.06.2026 1sa 3dk

  In this episode, Catherine Casazza shares her remarkable journey from aspiring actor to senior legal counsel at Fidelity International, offering an honest look at life across private practice, international opportunities and the investment management industry. Catherine reflects on growing up in Rhode Island before heading to the University of Southern California, initially pursuing acting before discovering mock trial and later the law. After graduating, she worked as a paralegal at Davis P...
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  Eleanor Wilson, Associate at Mishcon de Reya — On Intellectual Property, Fashion Law and the Future of AI 10.06.2026 47dk

  In this episode, Eleanor Wilson, associate at Mishcon de Reya specialising in intellectual property litigation, shares her unconventional route into law and explains how an early fascination with copyright and creativity led her into the world of IP litigation. Ellie reflects on discovering intellectual property law while still at school through literature, theatre and music, including negotiating copyright permissions for a youth theatre production and later developing a deep interest in ho...
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  Tristan Dollie, Partner at Brown Rudnick — On Special Situations, High Net Worth Clients and the Evolution of Modern Dealmaking 03.06.2026 29dk

  In this episode, Tristan Dollie, partner in Brown Rudnick’s special situations team, explains what “special situations” actually means in practice and why some of the most interesting deals in the market sit outside conventional legal structures. Tristan breaks down the three broad categories of special situations work and explains how his team combines legal expertise with investment banking and commercial advisory experience to help clients structure and execute unconventional transactions...
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  Mark Stephens, Partner at Howard Kennedy — On Human Rights, Media Law and Using the Law to Drive Social Change 27.05.2026 1sa

  Mark Stephens, Partner at Howard Kennedy — On Human Rights, Creative Law and Driving Social Change In this episode, Mark Stephens, partner at Howard Kennedy, shares his unconventional journey into law, from growing up around the music industry to founding his own law firm at just 24 years old. Mark explains how his early interest in art, media and culture led him to specialise in areas where law intersects with politics, reputation, freedom of expression and public pressure. He has built a ...
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  Tim Foden, Partner at Boies Schiller Flexner — On International Arbitration, Crisis Management and Building a Global Legal Career 20.05.2026 1sa 4dk

  In this episode, Tim Foden, partner at Boies Schiller Flexner in London, shares his unconventional journey from a blue-collar upbringing in Philadelphia to becoming a leading international arbitration lawyer working on high-stakes disputes around the world. Tim discusses his early career experiences, including working in the mailroom at Sullivan & Cromwell while at university, gaining exposure to law firm life before even qualifying, and later developing hands-on advocacy skills as an in...
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  Mark Hunting, Partner at Bracewell — On White Collar Crime, In-House vs Private Practice and the Future of AI in Law 13.05.2026 1sa 1dk

  In this episode, Mark Hunting, partner at Bracewell in London, shares his journey from training at Hogan Lovells to building a career spanning private practice, in-house at bp and back into private practice. Mark specialises in white collar crime, investigations and regulatory compliance, working on matters including bribery, corruption, fraud, money laundering and sanctions, with a particular focus on the energy sector. He reflects on his early career in disputes, the value of hands-on adv...
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  David Savage, Head of Construction at Charles Russell Speechlys — On Building a Practice, Law Firm Growth and the Future of Legal Careers 06.05.2026 1sa 2dk

  In this episode, David Savage, Head of Construction at Charles Russell Speechlys, shares his journey from construction chambers to building and leading a top-tier construction practice within an international law firm. From working at Shell before university to training at one of London’s leading construction chambers, David explains how early exposure to business and industry shaped his approach to law and client relationships. He reflects on his transition into private practice, including...
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  Tom Platts, Head of Corporate at Stephenson Harwood — On Building Out a Niche From Challenging Emerging Markets 29.04.2026 1sa 9dk

  In this episode, Tom Platts, an international M&A partner at Stevenson Harwood, shares his journey through the legal industry, working across London, Singapore and emerging markets over a 20+ year career. From training at Herbert Smith to leading cross-border transactions across Asia, Tom explains how he built an international practice and why keeping an open mind early in your career is critical to long-term success. He discusses the realities of trainee life, choosing a practice a...