Law Talks

What is the Bachelor of Civil Law (BCL) graduate program at Oxford? How and when should you apply?Join me for this episode with Elena Meier who has just finished studying the BCL at the University of Oxford. The BCL is described by Oxford as a world-renowned taught graduate course in law, designed to serve outstanding law students from common law backgrounds. It is a popular route for aspiring barristers and those who already have a career in law.Elena discusses her experience of studying the course while living in Oxford, detailing the enjoyable and challenging parts of the 9-month course. Listen to the episode to determine if the BCL is right for you. Read the episode transcription. This episode is sponsored by LawPods, a podcast marketing agency that services some of the biggest brands in law.Want to feature on Law Talks? We're always happy to hear from legal professionals keen to share their insights and experience with our listeners. Get in touch here. Our intro music is adapted from 'Sprightly' by GarageBand Apple Loop and 'Sprightly Remix' by Adamo.

How is the law and podcasting industry linked? How can these different sectors benefit one another?Join me for this episode with Robert Ingalls, CEO of the podcast LawPods. Robert transitioned from working as an attorney, to running and hosting the hugely successful LawPods, a marketing podcast that services some of the biggest brands in law.Robert discusses how he realised his want for a career change and how he successfully transitioned from a career as an attorney to legal marketing, prior to the boom of the podcasting industry. This episode is sponsored by LawPods, a podcast marketing agency that services some of the biggest brands in law.Want to feature on Law Talks? We're always happy to hear from legal professionals keen to share their insights and experience with our listeners. Get in touch here. Our intro music is adapted from 'Sprightly' by GarageBand Apple Loop and 'Sprightly Remix' by Adamo.

Equal pay - what are the barriers to equalising the gender pay gap?Join me for this episode with Rich Nichols, who represented Hope Solo in her claim against the US Soccer Federation for violation of the Equal Pay Act and Title VII wage discrimination. Rich details his extensive career in sports law and discusses his recent book ‘All Things Being Equal: The Genesis, Costs, and Aftermath of the USWNT’s Equal Pay Battle’. The book provides detailed strategies for those wishing to achieve equal pay in their sectors.Purchase a copy of Rich Nichols' book All Things Being Equal Want to feature on Law Talks? We're always happy to hear from legal professionals keen to share their insights and experience with our listeners. Get in touch here. Our intro music is adapted from 'Sprightly' by GarageBand Apple Loop and 'Sprightly Remix' by Adamo.This episode was edited by Ammarah Ahmed.

Want to learn more about US law? What does it take to found your own law firm?Thomas Frank details his career as a US attorney, specialising in commercial litigation. We discuss Thomas’ experience as a judicial law clerk at the Supreme Court of the State of New York which helped to prepare him for his successful career. Thomas explains the decisions and resilience behind the launch of his law firm ‘Frank Law Firm P.C.’Want to feature on Law Talks? We're always happy to hear from legal professionals keen to share their insights and experience with our listeners. Get in touch here. Our intro music is adapted from 'Sprightly' by GarageBand Apple Loop and 'Sprightly Remix' by Adamo.This episode was edited by Kate Begley.

Are you a current undergraduate law student? Would you like to have your work published? Join me to learn more about the Oxford University Undergraduate Law Journal, from current second year student Saloni Sanwalka, who is this year's editor. We discuss the aim of the journal, its publication requirements and advice for any law student aspiring to be published. Want to feature on Law Talks? We're always happy to hear from legal professionals keen to share their insights and experience with our listeners. Get in touch here. Our intro music is adapted from 'Sprightly' by GarageBand Apple Loop and 'Sprightly Remix' by Adamo.This episode was edited by Ammarah Ahmed. 

What does legal technology and innovation actually mean? Is the legal profession effectively promoting Diversity, Equity and Inclusion?Join me for this interview with Emily Cox, as she describes her diverse role as an embedded employment associate at Womble Bond Dickinson. Enjoying Law Talks? You can keep up to date on all our latest legal updates by following our Instagram (@lawtalkspodcast) and LinkedIn. Want to feature on Law Talks? We're always happy to hear from legal professionals keen to share their insights and experience with our listeners. Get in touch here. Our intro music is adapted from 'Sprightly' by GarageBand Apple Loop and 'Sprightly Remix' by Adamo.

Join us for this episode of Law Talks, with Lefteris Papagiannakis, the Director of the Greek Council for Refugees.Lefteris explains the legal problems that refugees face in Greece and the role of the Council in providing legal assistance.Enjoying Law Talks? You can keep up to date on all our latest legal updates by following our Instagram (@lawtalkspodcast) and LinkedIn. Want to feature on Law Talks? We're always happy to hear from legal professionals keen to share their insights and experience with our listeners. Get in touch here. Our intro music is adapted from 'Sprightly' by GarageBand Apple Loop and 'Sprightly Remix' by Adamo.This episode was edited by Kate Begley.

Want to know more about international legal volunteering opportunities? In this episode, hear from Global Brigades Chapter Coordinator Alexandra, who discusses her role within the non-profit. Student volunteers detail their experiences and insights from volunteering in Greece.  Learn more about Global Brigades and get involved. Enjoying Law Talks? You can keep up to date on all our latest legal updates by following our Instagram (@lawtalkspodcast) and LinkedIn. Want to feature on Law Talks? We're always happy to hear from legal professionals keen to share their insights and experience with our listeners. Get in touch here. Our intro music is adapted from 'Sprightly' by GarageBand Apple Loop and 'Sprightly Remix' by Adamo.

Curious about US law? What is a criminal attorney?Join us for this episode of Law Talks, with US guest Allison Margolin who describes her career as a specialist cannabis licensing and law attorney.Read Allison’s book ‘Just Dope: A Leading Attorney's Personal Journey Inside the War on Drugs’ to learn more about this fascinating legal issue.Enjoying Law Talks? You can keep up to date on all our latest legal updates by following our Instagram (@lawtalkspodcast) and LinkedIn.Want to feature on Law Talks? We're always happy to hear from legal professionals keen to share their insights and experience with our listeners. Get in touch here.Our intro music is adapted from 'Sprightly' by GarageBand Apple Loop and 'Sprightly Remix' by Adamo.