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TheLawyerFiles#19 UK Legal Podcast: How Davina Tuma Secured a Training Contract at Stephenson Harwood — From Kuwait to the CityEmerging legal talent and future trainee solicitor Davina Tuma shares her powerful journey into commercial law — shaped by cultural duality, values-led advocacy, and a deep-rooted belief in the transformative power of legal knowledge. A must-listen episode of The Lawyer Files.🎙️In this episode of The Lawyer Files, I sit down with Davina Tuma — Future Trainee Solicitor at Stephenson Harwood LLP, University of Exeter law student, and former Corporate Governance Intern at HSBC. With life experiences across Kuwait, Uganda, and the UK, and a personal history shaped by legal trailblazers, Davina brings a uniquely global and empathetic perspective to her le...2025-08-0153 minTheLawyerFiles#18 UK Legal Podcast: What It Really Takes to Get a Training Contract At a Top Law Firm as an International Student – Suhana Sharma’s StoryEmerging legal talent and future trainee solicitor Suhana Sharma shares her inspiring journey into commercial law — shaped by international experience, inclusive leadership, and a thoughtful, research-driven approach to career building. A must-listen episode of The Lawyer Files.🎙️In this episode of The Lawyer Files, I sit down with Suhana Sharma — Future Trainee Solicitor at Dentons, penultimate-year law student at the University of Leeds, and President of the Leeds Women in Leadership Society. With experience across insight schemes, open days, and vacation schemes — as well as advocacy for international students and women in law — Suhana offers practical, gr...2025-07-2536 minTheLawyerFiles#21 UK Legal Podcast: Inside BBC Legal: Trainee Solicitor Chimere Nwosu on Media Law and Public ServiceEmerging legal talent and trainee solicitor Chimere Nwosu shares her insightful path into media law — shaped by political communication, regulatory experience, and a deep belief in the power of responsible storytelling. A must-listen episode of The Lawyer Files.—🎙️ In this episode of The Lawyer Files, I sit down with Chimere Nwosu ; trainee solicitor at the BBC, Politics and Political Communication graduate from Cardiff University, and former Media and Public Affairs Officer at the ASA. With experience across public service, legal regulation, and fast-paced in-house legal teams, Chimere reflects on what it really takes to adapt, communicate, and thrive in...2025-07-1841 minTheLawyerFiles#17 UK Legal Podcast: How Nicole Secured a Training Contract at Clyde & Co — From Law School to Global Law FirmEmerging legal voice and future trainee solicitor Nicole Wereko shares her inspiring journey into commercial law — shaped by service, self-awareness, and the confidence to lead with empathy. A must-listen episode of The Lawyer Files.—🎙️ In this episode of The Lawyer Files, I sit down with Nicole Wereko — future trainee solicitor at Clyde & Co, University of Sussex law student, and student leader with experience as a Residential Life Connector, Student Ambassador, and ACS Welfare Officer. With a background that spans hospitality, university leadership, and legal internships, Nicole reflects on what it really means to grow, support others, and add value i...2025-07-131h 08TheLawyerFiles#16 UK Legal Podcast: Law, Networking & the Power of Persistence: Seyi’s Legal Career StoryEmerging legal voice and future trainee solicitor Seyi Erinle shares his thoughtful path into commercial law — shaped by criminology, cross-cultural perspective, and the discipline to aim high even after rejection. A must-listen episode of The Lawyer Files.—🎙️ In this episode of The Lawyer Files, I sit down with Seyi Erinle — future trainee solicitor at Herbert Smith Freehills, Law & Criminology graduate from the University of Sheffield, and founding Vice President of the BAME Law Society. With a journey that started in criminal psychology and evolved into corporate deals, Seyi reflects on what it really takes to grow, ad...2025-07-0451 minTheLawyerFiles#15 UK Legal Podcast: From Philosophy to Law: How Humna Secured a Training Contract at Charles Russell SpeechlysEmerging legal voice and future trainee solicitor Humna shares her inspiring route into commercial law — shaped by intellectual curiosity, cultural identity, and the discipline of a black belt mindset. A must-listen episode of The Lawyer Files.—🎙️ In this episode of The Lawyer Files, I sit down with Humna — future trainee solicitor at Charles Russell Speechlys, King’s College London Philosophy graduate, and Assistant Instructor in Choi Kwang Do. With a unique blend of academic depth and lived discipline, Humna opens up about the mindset and strategy that helped her break into law from a non-law background.From deb...2025-06-2847 minTheLawyerFiles#14 UK Legal Podcast: Breaking Into Big Law: Kiran’s Journey from University to a Top US Law FirmEmerging legal mind and Trainee Solicitor Kiran Banerjee shares his thoughtful journey into commercial law — shaped by curiosity, resilience, and a strategic mindset built through study, rejection, and real-world insight. A must-listen episode of The Lawyer Files.—🎙️ In this episode of The Lawyer Files, I sit down with Kiran Banerjee — trainee solicitor at a top US law firm, Warwick Law graduate, and trustee at Just Be a Child. With sharp commercial awareness and a quiet confidence, Kiran reflects on what it really takes to stand out in high-pressure environments and build a legal career with long-term vision.From e...2025-06-2048 minTheLawyerFiles#13 UK Legal Podcast: From Shop Floors to Top Floors: An Apprentice’s Rise in LawEmerging legal voice and solicitor apprentice Desiree Obioma shares her powerful journey into the profession — shaped by resilience, real-world experience, and a refusal to let fear decide her future. A must-listen episode of The Lawyer Files.—🎙️ In this episode of The Lawyer Files, I sit down with Desiree Obioma — solicitor apprentice at Addleshaw Goddard, former paralegal apprentice, and a standout advocate for representation, mentorship, and making legal careers more accessible to everyone.From working shifts at McDonald’s and JD Sports while studying four A-Levels, to finding her voice in the Corporate team at a top commercia...2025-06-1338 minTheLawyerFiles#12 UK Legal Podcast: Adriana Zahirović on Breaking Into Law — From GRM Daily to Mishcon de ReyaEmerging legal talent and paralegal Adriana Zahirović shares her multidimensional journey into the legal profession — shaped by discipline, creativity, and a commitment to making law more accessible. A must-listen episode of The Lawyer Files.—🎙️ In this episode of The Lawyer Files, I sit down with Adriana Zahirović — AML & Conflicts Paralegal at Mishcon de Reya, LLB First-Class graduate, LLM LPC with commendation, and a standout voice on bridging legal knowledge and culture through platforms like GRM Daily’s Law Schooled.From mastering legal study through trial and error to building confidence across high-pressure corporate environments, Adriana’s story is one of...2025-06-061h 23TheLawyerFiles#11 UK Legal Podcast: Mishcon de Reya Trainee Solicitor Journey: McKelvin on Networking, Branding & StrategyEmerging legal talent and future trainee solicitor McKelvin Debrah shares his journey into commercial law — shaped by resilience, strategic self-development, and a passion for opening doors for others. A must-listen episode of The Lawyer Files.—🎙️ In this episode of The Lawyer Files, I sit down with McKelvin Debrah — Future Trainee Solicitor at Mishcon de Reya, Warwick graduate, and a standout advocate for access, mentorship, and building a personal brand that reflects ambition and purpose.From stepping into the legal world through Latham & Watkins’ PRIME scheme to refining his path with Rare Recruitment and Aspiring Solicitors, McKelvin’s journey refle...2025-05-3038 minTheLawyerFiles#10 UK Legal Podcast: Navigating Law with Intention and Growth – Oluwatobi Oso at DWFEmerging legal talent and community advocate Oluwatobi Oso shares her journey into law — grounded in intention, resilience, and quiet discipline. A must-listen episode of The Lawyer Files.—🎙️ In this episode of The Lawyer Files, I sit down with Oluwatobi Oso — a Paralegal at DWF, LLM and LPC graduate with distinction, and a thoughtful voice on growth, volunteering, and navigating the early stages of a legal career with purpose.From discovering law through a high school career quiz to excelling in both litigation and academic study, Tobi’s story is one of quiet strength, intentional c...2025-05-2325 minTheLawyerFiles#9 UK Legal Podcast: In the Room for Change - Stephanie Ezechukwu at DVSA on Representation, Reform, and ResilienceHead of Prosecutions and mentor Stephanie Ezechukwu shares her journey to shaping national legal policy — blending leadership, representation, and faith. A must-listen episode of The Lawyer Files.----🎙️ In this episode of The Lawyer Files, I sit down with Stephanie Ezechukwu — Head of Prosecutions at the DVSA, former Home Office Senior Policy Advisor, SQE student, and advocate for representation and public service in the legal sector. From leading prosecutions to co-authoring the statutory guidance for the Domestic Abuse Act 2021, Stephanie’s story is one of resilience, purpose, and being “in the room” where change happens....2025-05-161h 09TheLawyerFiles#8 UK Legal Podcast: Titomi Sokoya on Finding Purpose in Law, Client Advocacy, and Using Her VoiceTrainee Legal Advisor and public speaker Titomi Sokoya shares her journey from Gatehouse Chambers to the CAB, blending faith, advocacy, and community impact. A powerful episode of The Lawyer Files.---🎙️ In this episode of The Lawyer Files, I sit down with Titomi Sokoya — trainee legal advisor, public speaker, mezzo-soprano singer, and advocate for mentorship and representation in the legal field. Her journey through the public and private sectors offers a powerful look at resilience, purpose, and speaking up for others.We talk about:✅ How family debates and a visit to court dur...2025-05-0933 minTheLawyerFiles#7 UK Legal Podcast: Breaking Into the Magic Circle - Eve Brooks on Training at Freshfields, Confidence & Imposter SyndromeFreshfields Trainee Associate Eve Brooks shares her journey into law, overcoming imposter syndrome, and embracing opportunity. A candid legal career episode on The Lawyer Files.----🎙️ In this episode of The Lawyer Files, I’m joined by Eve Brooks, a Trainee Associate at Magic Circle firm Freshfields, to talk about confidence, imposter syndrome, and learning to say yes to opportunity. Her legal journey — marked by curiosity, open-mindedness, and smart risk-taking — is both relatable and empowering.(P.S. Happy Birthday, Eve! 🎉)We explore:✅ Taking a leap into law — and discovering strengths in problem-solving, communication, and...2025-05-0250 minTheLawyerFiles#6 UK Legal Podcast: Legal Life Unfiltered: Asiyah Randera's StoryAsiyah Randera, award-winning trainee solicitor, shares her honest journey through law school, mentorship, and radical rest. An empowering episode of The Lawyer Files.----🎙️ In this powerful episode of The Lawyer Files, I sit down with Asiyah Randera — an award-winning trainee solicitor and outspoken advocate for mentorship, representation, and radical rest. From being a first-generation university student to becoming a role model for aspiring lawyers, Asiyah’s story is one of resilience, honesty, and inspiration.We explore:✅ The emotional weight of not securing a training contract right after university — and how that season shaped her gr...2025-04-251h 10TheLawyerFiles#5 UK Legal Podcast: Gloria Mapamboli on Apprenticeships, Motherhood, and Building a Public Sector CareerGloria Mapamboli shares her journey from CITI Bank to the House of Commons, balancing motherhood and career growth. A powerful public sector story on The Lawyer Files podcast.---🎙️ In this episode of The Lawyer Files, I sit down with Gloria Mapamboli, an Enquiry Executive Apprentice at the House of Commons and passionate advocate for young working mothers. Her journey — from corporate finance at CITI Bank at age 18 to government work and motherhood — is a powerful example of resilience, ambition, and reinvention.We discuss:✅ Gloria’s return to the workforce after becoming a mo...2025-04-1819 minTheLawyerFiles#4 UK Legal Podcast: How Viktoriia Restarted Her Legal Career in the UK — An International Lawyer’s JourneyUkrainian solicitor Viktoriia Ishcheriakova shares her journey from advocate in Ukraine to LLM candidate in the UK, offering insights on law, migration, and resilience. A legal podcast by The Lawyer Files.---🎙️ In this episode of The Lawyer Files, I’m joined by Viktoriia Ishcheriakova — a Ukrainian solicitor (advocate), legal academic, and LLM candidate at the University of Sunderland — to explore her extraordinary legal journey from Ukraine to the UK.We discuss:✅ Viktoriia’s 20+ year legal career in Ukraine, where she represented tax authorities and advocated in family, civil, and administrative cases✅ Her move to...2025-04-1330 min
TheLawyerFiles#3 UK Legal Podcast: Megan Leckie on Women in Law, Trainee Life, and Navigating the Legal Profession with DyslexiaMegan Leckie, trainee solicitor and co-founder of Women in Law Kent, shares her story, advocacy work, and advice for neurodiverse aspiring lawyers. A UK legal podcast from The Lawyer Files.---🎙️ In this episode of The Lawyer Files, I sit down with Megan Leckie, a Trainee Solicitor at Tucker Solicitors and Co-Founder of Women in Law Kent, to explore her inspiring journey through the legal profession — one marked by resilience, advocacy, and authenticity.We discuss:✅ Megan’s path to becoming a trainee solicitor and how she overcame early challenges2025-03-2828 min
TheLawyerFiles#2 UK Legal Podcast: How Kat Moody Went from Training Contract to Associate — What It Really Takes to Succeed in Law🎙️ In this episode of The Lawyer Files, I’m joined by Kat Moody, an Associate Solicitor at Richard Reed Solicitors, for a deep dive into her legal career and what it really takes to thrive in the profession.We cover:✅ Kat’s personal journey into law and how she overcame early challenges✅ What makes a junior solicitor stand out in today’s legal market✅ Insights into her current practice area and what her day-to-day role involves✅ Practical advice for law students and aspiring solicitors applying for training contractsWhether you're na...2025-03-141h 16
TheLawyerFiles#1 UK Legal Podcast: How Charity Mafuba Became Dual-Qualified in the UK & US — A Global Legal Career JourneyIn this episode of The Lawyer Files, I sit down with Charity Mafuba to explore her inspiring legal journey — from her early interest in law and experience at law school, to specialising in Banking & Finance and eventually qualifying in New York. We talk through the challenges she overcame, how she stays motivated, and her approach to long-term career planning.If you're a law student, aspiring solicitor, or simply interested in UK legal careers, you’ll find tons of value here.👉 Follow The Lawyer Files on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube...2025-03-071h 18
TheLawyerFilesWelcome to TheLawyerFilesWelcome to the very first episode of The Lawyer Files!I’m Denice Obeng, and I’m so excited to finally launch this podcast. The Lawyer Files is here to give aspiring solicitors and legal professionals real, unfiltered insights into the legal industry. Whether you’re a law student, a future trainee, or someone considering a legal career, this podcast will provide you with the knowledge, advice, and motivation you need.Each episode, I’ll be sitting down with legal professionals at different stages of their careers to discuss their jo...2025-03-0600 min