On the Record with White & Case

In this episode we talk with Julie McConnell, Associate Director of Global Industry Groups, and Macarena Ruiz-Jarabo, Associate Director of Business Development for Latin America, about the career journeys that led each of them to White & Case. They discuss the importance of business development in Big Law and outline how they work with partners, associates and clients. Julie and Macarena also share advice for BD professionals and newly-qualified lawyers on integrating business development into their day-to-day work and career development.

You can find out more about our work, our people and the opportunities we offer at Inside White & Case and on our social media channels LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook. To learn more about our career opportunities, please visit our careers website.

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This podcast is prepared for the general information of interested persons. It is not, and does not attempt to be, comprehensive in nature. Due to the general nature of its content, it should not be regarded as legal advice.

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In this episode, we talk with Arbitration Associate Nabiha Komidor-Cezard and Early Careers Development Manager Jessica Cornford about the Firm’s program for trainee solicitors in the London office, including the six-month guaranteed overseas seat available to all trainees. Nabiha and Jessica delve into the significance of the overseas seat experience, the professional impact it has on trainees and the comprehensive support the Firm provides in preparation for and during the relocation process.

You can find out more about our work, our people and the opportunities we offer at Inside White & Case and on our social media channels LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook. To learn more about our career opportunities, please visit our careers website.

On the record is for you, our listeners. So we want to hear from you. Email your thoughts, questions and topic ideas to us here: [email protected]

This podcast is prepared for the general information of interested persons. It is not, and does not attempt to be, comprehensive in nature. Due to the general nature of its content, it should not be regarded as legal advice.

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This diversity spotlight episode features a powerful conversation with Hedieh Fakhriyazdi, Chief Diversity Officer based in our New York office. Hedieh shares insights around her culture, identity, and journey as an Iranian-American. She also outlines some of the Firm’s diversity and inclusion initiatives which aim to ensure equal opportunities for growth and advancement for all, and discusses confronting biases and leading through the lens of DEI. This is an episode that you should be sure not to miss.

You can find out more about our work, our people and the opportunities we offer at Inside White & Case and on our social media channels LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook. To learn more about our career opportunities, please visit our careers website.

On the record is for you, our listeners. So we want to hear from you. Email your thoughts, questions and topic ideas to us here: [email protected]

This podcast is prepared for the general information of interested persons. It is not, and does not attempt to be, comprehensive in nature. Due to the general nature of its content, it should not be regarded as legal advice.

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In this episode, we are joined by associates Jonathan Toffolo and Erin McNamee to celebrate Pride, and to talk about their work in Spectrum, White & Case’s LGBTQ+ Affinity Network. They discuss LGBTQ+ advocacy, education and celebration within the Firm, share insights on the role of allies and the importance of Pride Month, and offer advice for LGBTQ+ professionals in the legal industry.

You can find out more about our work, our people and the opportunities we offer at Inside White & Case and on our social media channels LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook. To learn more about our career opportunities, please visit our careers website.

On the record is for you, our listeners. So we want to hear from you. Email your thoughts, questions and topic ideas to us here: [email protected]

This podcast is prepared for the general information of interested persons. It is not, and does not attempt to be, comprehensive in nature. Due to the general nature of its content, it should not be regarded as legal advice.

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In this episode, we talk with Arlene Hahn, partner and Global Head of our Technology Transactions group, and Andrew Farmer, Associate Director of Employee Experience and Employer Brand Communications about personal branding. Arlene and Andrew discuss the importance of being visible, both in-person and online, share insider tips for networking in Big Law and offer insights on how to build a strong professional network and craft a compelling personal brand.

You can find out more about our work, our people and the opportunities we offer at Inside White & Case and on our social media channels LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook. To learn more about our career opportunities, please visit our careers website.

On the record is for you, our listeners. So we want to hear from you. Email your thoughts, questions and topic ideas to us here: [email protected]

This podcast is prepared for the general information of interested persons. It is not, and does not attempt to be, comprehensive in nature. Due to the general nature of its content, it should not be regarded as legal advice.

Jane Kennedy introduces co-host Barbara Brooks Andrews, part of White & Case’s Recruitment team. Jane and Barbara discuss upcoming episodes before Jane goes off the record to share a story from earlier in her career.

You can find out more about our work, our people and the opportunities we offer at Inside White & Case and on our social media channels LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook. To learn more about our career opportunities, please visit our careers website.

On the record is for you, our listeners. So we want to hear from you. Email your thoughts, questions and topic ideas to us here: [email protected]

This podcast is prepared for the general information of interested persons. It is not, and does not attempt to be, comprehensive in nature. Due to the general nature of its content, it should not be regarded as legal advice.

This diversity spotlight episode features an insightful conversation with partner Dana Foster and associate Gina Chiappetta discussing the Firm’s Racial Justice Task Force. From their fight for criminal justice reform to empowering communities and beyond, hear first-hand how the Firm is leading the charge in creating a more equitable legal landscape. Don't miss this powerful conversation about passion, progress, and the power of legal advocacy.

You can find out more about our work, our people and the opportunities we offer at Inside White & Case and on our social media channels LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook. To learn more about our career opportunities, please visit our careers website.

On the record is for you, our listeners. So we want to hear from you. Email your thoughts, questions and topic ideas to us here: [email protected]

This podcast is prepared for the general information of interested persons. It is not, and does not attempt to be, comprehensive in nature. Due to the general nature of its content, it should not be regarded as legal advice.

This Career Spotlight episode features an interview with Elizabeth Mapelli, a Capital Markets associate in our New York office. Elizabeth talks about her career so far, and how she balances her practice, pro-bono work and involvement in the office’s Workplace Committee.

You can find out more about our work, our people and the opportunities we offer at Inside White & Case and on our social media channels LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook. To learn more about our career opportunities, please visit our careers website.

On the record is for you, our listeners. So we want to hear from you. Email your thoughts, questions and topic ideas to us here: [email protected]

This podcast is prepared for the general information of interested persons. It is not, and does not attempt to be, comprehensive in nature. Due to the general nature of its content, it should not be regarded as legal advice.

In this episode, we speak with New York associates Paula Kates and Anna Williams. Paula is an associate in our Commercial Litigation group, and Anna is an associate in our Debt Finance Corporate group. They share how they decided to pursue Corporate or Litigation practice, the skills needed to be successful, and what their day-to-day work looks like.

You can find out more about our work, our people and the opportunities we offer at Inside White & Case and on our social media channels LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook. To learn more about our career opportunities, please visit our careers website.

On the record is for you, our listeners. So we want to hear from you. Email your thoughts, questions and topic ideas to us here: [email protected]

This podcast is prepared for the general information of interested persons. It is not, and does not attempt to be, comprehensive in nature. Due to the general nature of its content, it should not be regarded as legal advice.

On this episode, we introduce you to one of our new hosts, US Legal Recruiting Coordinator Jane Kennedy, and look back at one of our previous episodes from last season: An interview with associate Mae Espinosa. When we last talked to Mae, she was an incoming fall associate who spent her 1L and 2L summers in our Miami office. She's now an associate in the Firm's Energy Infrastructure Project and Asset Finance practice, focusing on project finance in Latin America.

You can find out more about our work, our people and the opportunities we offer at Inside White & Case and on our social media channels LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook. To learn more about our career opportunities, please visit our careers website.

On the record is for you, our listeners. So we want to hear from you. Email your thoughts, questions and topic ideas to us here: [email protected]

This podcast is prepared for the general information of interested persons. It is not, and does not attempt to be, comprehensive in nature. Due to the general nature of its content, it should not be regarded as legal advice.