Join Camilla Uppal for a deep dive into insurance law with Rebecca Barton, Tomorrow’s Forum of Insurance Lawyers (FOIL) President and experienced insurance lawyer.

Discover Rebecca’s career journey and learn what attracted Rebecca to insurance law and the diverse responsibilities involved. Gain insights into the skills and traits essential for success in this field.

Explore FOIL and Rebecca's role as President, advocating for industry advancements.

For aspiring insurance lawyers, Rebecca offers practical advice on starting and thriving in this dynamic legal area. Find out what Rebecca finds most rewarding about her job and hear her advice for aspiring legal professionals.

You can connect with Rebecca here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebecca-barton-62b40a244/

Tomorrow’s FOIL: https://www.foil.org.uk/about/tomorrows-foil/

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Hosted by Camilla Uppal, Produced by Nathan Gore

In this episode of The Student Lawyer Podcast, host Camilla Uppal is joined by Rob Hanna, Founder and Managing Director of KC Partners for an engaging discussion on how to secure an NQ solicitor role in the legal industry in 2025.

Rob, who is also the brilliant mind behind the Legally Speaking Podcast—ranked in the top 1% of all shows globally—shares his expert insights and practical advice to inspire and educate our listeners.

In this episode, we delve into:

• When is the best time to start looking for an NQ role?
• Rob's top tips for writing a standout CV.
• Common mistakes in NQ CVs and how to avoid them.
• What candidates can expect from a typical NQ interview.
• How the interview process changes for senior associates and Legal Directors.
• Rob's top tips for performing well in an interview.
• How to decide when you have multiple offers on the table.

Connect with Rob Hanna:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-hanna-legalrecruiter/
• KC Partners: https://kcpartners.co.uk/
• Legally Speaking Podcast: https://www.legallyspeakingpodcast.com/

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Note: This episode was first broadcast in June 2024.

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Hosted by Camilla Uppal, Produced by Nathan Gore

In this episode of The Student Lawyer Podcast, we’re joined by the incredible Dr. Daria Levina, a powerhouse in academia with not one, but two PhDs, a Master’s from Harvard Law School, and a doctorate from the European University Institute in Florence, Italy. With a journey that spans Russia, Germany, the United States, and Italy, Daria has firsthand experience navigating the complexities of top-tier education and scholarships.

She’s here to share her invaluable insights on making successful applications to prestigious institutions, securing funding for your studies and academic trips, and the power of pursuing scholarships. Whether you’re looking to apply for an LLM or PhD program, or seeking to fund your educational dreams, Daria’s tips will set you up for success.

Tune in to hear about the challenges applicants often face, how to overcome them, and how Daria’s own experiences have shaped her passion for making education accessible to everyone. If you’ve ever wondered how to take your academic career to the next level, this is an episode you won’t want to miss!

Where to Connect with Daria:

• Daria’s blog: https://www.harvardstateofmind.com/blog
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-daria-levina/
• Telegram: @harvardstateofmind
• Courses and guides on the LL.M. and Ph.D. application process: https://www.gumroad.com
• Blog post on funding: https://www.harvardstateofmind.com/blog/how-i-funded-my-academic-trips

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Hosted by Camilla Uppal, Produced by Nathan Gore