Lessons In Law

In this episode I speak with Warren Bennett who is the Director and Principal of WKB Lawyers. Warren started his firm in March 2019 and specialises in Total Permanent Disability (TPD) claims. Warren's story is one of determination and inspiration and offers great insight into what it is like to start your own law firm and when you know that you're ready to take that leap of faith. If you're dreaming of starting your own law firm one day or you're curious about what it takes - this is the episode for you!

In this episode I speak with Em Pescott. Em is the owner of Promotable You and is a career advancement coach. In this episode Em shares her practical tips for promoting yourself when looking for legal roles, how to approach having conversations with your boss about pay rises and promotions as a junior lawyer and what you should be doing early in your career to avoid falling behind later on.

In this episode I speak to Caralee Fontenele who is a Family Lawyer and the Director of Collective Family Law Group on the Gold Coast. Caralee shares how her journey into law was a little different and how her experience creating and running businesses has influenced her legal career. Caralee shares what she looks for when hiring new staff and her tips for law students and graduates looking for their first role.

In this solo episode I share my experience of finding a job during Covid. When I lost my first lawyer role in March due to Covid, I really struggled to feel like myself again. The uncertainty of the world didn't help, especially when it comes to the job market. However, there are still some things we can all control – we can believe in ourselves and our abilities, we can continue to have hope and not give up and we can keep putting ourselves out there! I wanted to share my story of losing my job, what I did with my spare time, how I dealt with rejection, how I kept positive and all of the things I did to find a new job in the hope that it might help others. If you are still looking for work – I hope this helps to inspire you and please remember one thing – just don’t give up!

In this episode I speak with Mel Scott who works as an in house lawyer for a global technology company called Megaport. Mel explains what an in house lawyer does, what her role is like and how she ended up working in house. Mel opens up about her journey through law school and how she landed her first graduate role - I'll give you a hint, it involves 180 resumes! This is an inspiring episode for law students and graduates looking for their first opportunity and anyone who wants to know more about working as an in house lawyer.

In this solo episode I share my honest thoughts and learnings about the importance of showing up and believing in yourself. I speak about doing not doubting, accepting that you are unique and have something to offer, acknowledging that your honesty and authenticity will influence and help others and the importance of making the most when inspiration strikes.

In this solo episode I share how I went about creating a video resume as well as tips for creating a visually appealing traditional resume. If you want to show a prospective employer initiative and do something to stand out, then this episode is for you!

In this solo episode I speak about how I have been coping with losing my dream job as a Family Lawyer due to COVID-19 and share my advice for moving forward despite the uncertainty that we are all facing. I hope that through sharing my honest feelings and thoughts, you may feel less alone during this time and realise that whatever you are feeling is completely normal. I hope that through sharing my honest feelings and thoughts, you may feel less alone during this time and realise that whatever you are feeling is perfectly okay.

Julann is a Family Lawyer and has her own digital law firm called Tiernan Family Law. Julann started her law degree when she was 30 and with a newborn baby. While studying law, Julann worked as a Police Officer and also began raising her family of five children - amazing right!? Julann is living proof that it is never too late to start a law degree if it is where your passion lies and that it is possible to juggle work, family and law if you have the right mindset!

Jacob is a Commercial and Property Lawyer and a Director of Bradley and Bray Solicitors in Nambour. Jacob got his first taste of law when he was completing a Minor in Justice while studying a Bachelor of Creative Writing. Jacob was only 2 years PAE when he purchased half of a law firm and became a Director, so his journey is one to listen to. Jacob shares lots of really helpful and practical tips for law students and graduates, from checking your motivations during law school to the importance of falling in love with the process and developing helpful habits early.