Lessons I Learned in Law

In this episode of Lessons I Learned in Law Scott Brown speaks to Charlotte Pham, Lead Commercial Counsel for the EMEA team at TikTok.

Charlotte is an experienced lawyer working in global technology and content businesses. Charlotte has built and led teams inside hypergrowth businesses working with China and the US. 

She is also Founder of the Mary Keller Network for Women in Technology, Tech London Advocate and previously a legal mentor at Rise London.

Charlotte shares the three lessons she has learned in law including:

• Keep going ‘til you find the right environment for you!
• Look for the opportunity in everything, and make the most of every situation.
• Build relationships above all else. The time you invest in people will pay dividends.

Charlotte also describes what it was like working for Tik Tok during its explosion into the mainstream.

Presented by Scott Brown of Heriot Brown Legal Recruitment.

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In this episode of Lessons I Learned in Law Scott Brown speaks with TikTok sensation Alex Su.

Alex is a former lawyer who now works at the cutting edge of legal technology. He is currently Head of Community Development at Ironclad, a contracts technology company backed by Accel, Sequoia, and other leading investors. 

He is also @legaltechbro on Tik Tok, where he makes hilarious videos observing and poking fun at the legal industry. A must follow for in-house lawyers! He started his career as an associate at Sullivan & Cromwell and clerked for a federal judge.

Alex shares the three lessons he has learned in law including:

• Know your strengths and weaknesses, and find yourself a role that best compliments them.
• Keep your eyes open for opportunities.
• Be aware of what the world is telling you in terms of feedback. Follow what works for you!

Alex also talks about his jump from BigLaw into the world of legaltech and sales!

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In this episode of Lessons I Learned in Law Scott Brown speaks to Sterling Miller, author of the award-winning legal blog “Ten Things You Need to Know as In-House Counsel”. The blog could be a "how to" guide for In-House lawyers everywhere.
 
He is a three-time general counsel having served in that role at Silicon Valley-based Marketo Inc, including involvement in its sale to Adobe in 2019, and at Texas-based travel industry giants Sabre Corporation and Travelocity.com.

He is also the author of five books published by the American Bar Association and based on the blog.

Sterling shares the three lessons he has learned in law including:

• No-one is indispensable, so never get too comfortable and always keep grinding!
• Edit, be practical and ensure your written content is concise and easy to understand.
• Legal doesn’t run the business; the department exists to support the operation.

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In this episode of Lessons I Learned in Law, Scott Brown speaks to Peter King.

Peter King is the Legal Director at HM Treasury.  He leads a team of some 90 lawyers which provides in-house legal advice to Treasury ministers and civil servants.  Previously he worked as a corporate and M&A partner at Linklaters.  He is also a trustee of several charities, including the Salvation Army and Riot Ensemble, a contemporary music group.

Peter shares the three lessons he has learned in law including:

• The power of networking for developing your career and client list.
• Learn to say ‘No’!
• The importance of being able to recognise the signs of stress in other people.

Peter also talks openly about his faith and how he views the legal profession as his vocation.

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In this episode of Lessons I Learned in Law, Scott Brown speaks to Jules O'Riordan, aka Judge Jules. Jules is Partner at Music and Entertainment specialists, Sound Advice LLP. 
 
Alongside the likes of Carl Cox, Paul Van Dyk and Paul Oakenfold, Judge Jules was one of the early superstar DJs in the 1990s. His music career has included top 40 records, music promotion, a show for 15 years on BBC Radio 1 which was a staple for kickstarting a Saturday nights for a generation, and being flown all over the world to play music at huge dance festivals. 

He is also one of our own! In his 40s, he decided to upskill and qualified as a lawyer. He is currently Partner at Sound Advice where he specializes in Music and Entertainment and still manages to balance this with being at the top of his game as an International DJ at the weekend! Jules shares his passions for both music and law and how he transitions between the two seemingly polar opposite worlds!

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In this episode of Lessons I Learned in Law, Scott Brown speaks to Troy Atkin, aka @The_weightlifting_lawyer.

Troy Atkin is a trainee in his first seat with Portsmouth based firm, Biscoes. 

Troy shares the three lessons he has learned in law including:

• Use rejection as fuel!
• Be yourself, know your values and understand your worth.
• Be limitless with your goals, and in your pursuit of them.

Troy also discusses his 3 passions in life: ensuring good legal advice is accessible for all, smashing the stigma of mental health (especially in legal professionals) and lifting heavy weights.

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In this episode of Lessons I Learned in Law, Scott Brown speaks to Amy Wallace.

Amy is Chief Legal Officer at Yoto, a tech company that creates a screen-free audio player for children, providing a world of stories, music, activities, podcasts, radio and other inspiring audio for kids.

Amy shares the three lessons he has learned in law including:

• There is something for everyone in Law!
• Being sued gives you bruises, but will build your experience and help you focus on what’s important.
• If a deal doesn’t seem to make sense to you, it’s probably because it doesn’t make sense!

Amy also talks about her experience on-boarding at Yoto during the pandemic, and reveals why her family at home speak ‘Greek-lish’.

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In this episode of Lessons I Learned in Law, Scott Brown speaks to Daniel Glazer.

Daniel is an American technology lawyer, strategic business advisor, and the Managing Partner of Wilson Sonsini's London office. 

Dan advises high-growth UK/European technology and life sciences companies on raising capital in the US and UK/Europe, expanding their businesses into US markets, and connecting with investors, corporates, and advisors.

Daniel shares the three lessons he has learned in law including:

• Building a career in the law is like building a start-up.
• Luck is preparation meeting opportunity.
• Strive to find a career at the intersection of what you are good at, what you enjoy doing, what allows you to earn sufficient compensation and what creates value for society.

 Dan was appointed as a GlobalScot trade advisor by the Scottish Government. Scott and Dan have a bit of fun discusising all things Scottish Football related!! 

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In this episode of Lessons I Learned in Law, Scott Brown speaks to Adam Baldwin. 

Adam's career has comprised a broad mixture of legal and business positions. He now works as Head of Functions and Business Engagement for the banking group BNP Paribas. Adam has launched, invested in and advised various start-ups across multiple sectors, including technology, sports, fashion and entertainment.

Outside of the office, he is passionate about youth education and sport, volunteering with various initiatives including acting as a Non-Executive Director and Trustee for the NET Academies Trust and volunteering with the Saracens Foundation.

Adam shares the three lessons he has learned in law including:

• Tailor your message to your audience.
• Compassion is key.
• Make your own luck. If you have a particular ambition or goal you want to work towards – let people know!

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In this episode of Lessons I Learned in Law, Scott Brown speaks to Frances Coats. 

Frances began her career as a Corporate M&A Lawyer in private practice (in both London and UAE) with time spent in leading US law firms White & Case and Latham and Watkins before moving to the Magic Circle firm Clifford Chance. She now works as Group General Counsel at International Insurance company, Howden Group Holdings

Frances shares the three lessons she has learned in law including:

• Say ‘YES’ to opportunity!
• Look beyond the ‘sexy’ industries. Fascinating and fulfilling legal roles can exist in all areas of society.
• When recruiting hire people better than you, then look after them.

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