Law Simplified was recently joined by Kush Birdi, a commercial and corporate law solicitor, Managing Partner at Birdi & Co Solicitors, a new dad, and a Formula 1 super fan.   He shared his journey to becoming a solicitor and launching a thriving law firm which is making great strides in business. Birdi & Co recently opened its doors in a prominent location in Central London, more precisely, near Liverpool St, and welcomed a new Partner, Leena Birdi. She is a highly-experienced corporate and commercial solicitor.

 Kush shared some common mistakes made by businesses that can have a significant impact in the long-term. He shared how and why ALL businesses must prevent them. If you are a business, watch this podcast NOW to protect your business.  Kush also delved into the types of work his firm has been dealing with, and some thoughts on what businesses should do to prepare for the uncertain economic times ahead. He was faced with a quick fire-round and  imparted super helpful tips for aspiring solicitors, professionals, and wider public.   Podcast hosted by Faareen Ali

This podcast is sponsored by Birdi & Co Solicitors. Birdi & Co Solicitors is an ambitious law firm offering a range of business law services, and solely works with small and medium-sized enterprises, larger corporates, and high net worth individuals.  They specialise in corporate law, commercial law, commercial property, employment, and banking & finance.  This law firm is one to watch as it is fast establishing itself as the ‘go-to’ law firm in London, Essex, other Home Counties and further afield for business law services.  

Kush and the firm have received overwhelmingly positive feedback about their service levels, and are seen as a ‘law firm of the future’; not just focused on profits but client goals.  At Birdi & Co Solicitors, clients’ interests are above all. These beliefs have shaped the ethos and culture of the firm, hence the tagline ‘A Client-Centred Law Firm’.  Head onto their website at www.birdilaw.com and complete a contact form or give them a call on 020 3963 1936 now if you require legal assistance in their practice areas. Do also make sure to follow them on Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok (@birdi&cosolicitors)

Law Simplified was recently joined by Jo Sidhu KC, the Former Chairman of the Criminal Bar Association, leading King's Counsel, and a highly respected criminal practitioner. He has a number of accolades under his belt. He was recently voted as one of top 101 most influential Asians in the UK and winner of the Asian Professional of the Year (2016). Jo shared his journey to the Bar and spoke at length about the strike action. He told us why he wanted to be the man that took up the fight against the government in a bid to save the failing criminal justice system, and what progress has been made since. We also wanted you to acquaint yourself with Jo, outside of his role as a barrister. He shared his favourite hobbies and activities and his most shocking case or moment in court. 

This podcast is sponsored by Whiterose Blackmans Solicitors LLP, a highly respected firm of solicitors based in Leeds, specialising in civil litigation, commercial litigation, criminal law, family law, housing disrepair, immigration law, landlord and tenant, personal injury, and wills and probate. The firm employs specialist solicitors and barristers in all their practice areas. They represent clients across England and Wales and have been nationally recognised for their achievements on numerous occasions. They are independently audited every year and are Lexcel Accredited for Excellence in Legal Practice Management and Client Care. 

If you require any legal assistance in their specialist areas, head onto their website (www.whiteroseblackmans.co.uk) and do give them a follow on Twitter and Facebook. Podcast Hosted by Faareen Ali. Remember to follow Law Simplified on all social media platforms.

Sara El Kaysi is joined by a top criminal law barrister, Jaime Hamilton QC, for another episode of 'The Latest with Law Simplified'. Jaime is a Queen's Counsel, a Deputy Head of Chambers at 9 St. John Street Chambers, Manchester and an accredited advocacy trainer with over 20 years of experience in criminal law. He is known for his constant blogging about the UK’s Criminal Justice System through his active presence on Twitter. (@ViewFromTheNorth).

In this episode, Jaime simplifies the new Police, Crime and Sentencing 2021 Bill and the implications of it. He also talks about Encrochat, what it is and the admissibility of the messages in criminal proceedings.  For more information about Encrochat, check out a recent article which we published at www.law-simplified.co.uk.

When asked, Jaime confirmed having dressed up as Batman and in the traditional QC outfit for a party and gave us a glimpse of the most bizarre case which he prosecuted, live now on Tiktok!! (@lawsimplifieduk). He also shared some really valuable tips for aspiring barristers wanting to enter the legal profession.

Sara El Kaysi sits with the Human Rights barrister Adam Wagner from Doughty Chambers who joined us to discuss some recent legal developments.

Adam has been regularly appearing on national television, with his recent appearances including Good Morning Britain and Sky News.  In this episode with Law Simplified, he was quizzed by Sara El Kaysi about his journey to the Bar, the implications of the Supreme Court judgment in the Shamima Begum case, and the covid-19 regulations.

Adam Wagner is well known for his thorough research into the covid-19 regulations as he has been reported to keep an account of all the changes in the law since their introduction. He also did a Tiktok special by explaining the 3 major misunderstandings among the public about the restrictions! Find out what we’ve all been getting wrong by heading onto our Tiktok RIGHT NOW at @lawsimplifieduk.