{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/643718facf22560011de0bef/698a5f21d2345f67c320b857?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Law Talks x Monckton Chambers Mini-Series Part 1: Applying for Pupillage at Monckton Chambers with Charlotte McLean","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/643718facf22560011de0bef/1770675898236-f99516d7-8f7d-4bd3-9458-04b702b6015c.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>Join us for an insightful episode of Law Talks featuring Charlotte McLean, who shares her journey from studying classics to becoming a tenant at Monckton Chambers. Charlotte discusses her diverse career experiences, ranging from journalism to working in the charitable sector, and how these influenced her decision to pursue law. She provides valuable advice on applying through the Pupillage Gateway, preparing for interviews, and gaining both written and oral advocacy experience. Charlotte also emphasises the importance of pursuing a job you enjoy and not putting your life on hold while applying for pupillage.</p><p><br></p><p>00:00 Introduction and Career Overview</p><p>02:18 Current Practice Areas</p><p>03:35 Transition from Solicitor to Barrister</p><p>07:37 Applying Through the Pupillage Gateway</p><p>15:23 Advocacy Experience and Tips</p><p>19:04 Pupillage Interviews: Preparation and Experience</p><p>23:24 Accepting Pupillage and Initial Adjustments</p><p>29:18 Final Advice for Aspiring Barristers</p><p><br></p><p>This episode is sponsored by<a href=\"https://lawpods.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"> LawPods</a>, a podcast marketing agency that services some of the biggest brands in law.</p><p><br></p><p>Enjoying Law Talks? Sign up for our<a href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7190825418638123010\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"> Linked In Newsletter</a>, and follow us on<a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/lawtalkspodcast\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"> Instagram</a> and<a href=\"https://www.tiktok.com/@lawtalkspodcast\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"> TikTok</a> to receive all our latest news.</p><p><br></p><p>Want to read the episode transcription? <a href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/company/lawtalkspodcast/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Sign up</a> to receive our monthly episode transcriptions.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Want to feature on Law Talks? We're always happy to hear from legal professionals keen to share their insights and experiences with our listeners. <a href=\"mailto:ellieandkatie@lawtalks.co.uk\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Contact us</a>.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Our intro music is adapted from 'Sprightly' by GarageBand Apple Loop and '<a href=\"https://soundcloud.com/prizedpixul-14/sprightly-remix\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Sprightly Remix</a>' by Adamo.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p>","author_name":"Ellie"}