Lessons I Learned in Law Podcast

🚨 New Podcast Episode Alert! 🎙️ We've returned from a short summer break! Catch the latest episode of Lessons I Learned in Law as Scott chats with Leslie O'Callaghan, Global Head of Legal at Adyen – one of the most exciting fintech companies globally! 🌍 Leslie shares her inspiring career journey, from Wells Fargo to Adyen, and offers valuable insights into: ✔️ Navigating international moves in legal careers ✔️ The power of flexible goals ✔️ Why delivering ‘done’ is better than ‘perfect’ ✔️ Practical tips to future-proof your legal career Don't miss this episode packed with advice for in-house lawyers and legal pros looking to excel! 🎧 #LegalCareers #Fintech #Law #InHouseCounsel #WorkLifeBalance #CareerGrowth

Lessons I Learned in Law is LIVE now with Scott Brown and Leslie O'Callaghan! Tune in here: https://lnkd.in/eYVYKHef

This company would definitely be close to the top of the list of Dutch international success stories… After a short summer break, Lessons I Learned in Law is back later this week. Adyen is, without a doubt, one of the Netherlands' greatest international success stories of the past decade. As one of the world’s leading financial technology platforms, everything at Adyen has been engineered from the ground up. In this episode, Scott Brown is joined by Leslie O'Callaghan, the Global Head of Legal at Adyen. Leslie recently made the big move from New York to Amsterdam (swapping Wall Street for Canals) to take on this role. The journey she’s on with the business sounds very exciting. Catch the episode on Scott's LinkedIn page this Thursday at 12pm GMT / 1pm CET, and it will be available on all the usual streaming platforms by searching "Lessons I Learned in Law"

Whilst you enjoy a nice August Bank Holiday Tipple, why not listen to our interview with Alex O'Connell, General Counsel and Company Secretary at Fever-Tree, the global mixers and soft drinks business. Scott and Alex discuss the pivotal years in Alex's career, which started as a corporate M&A lawyer at Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer in London and Singapore, before taking his first in-house role at AB InBev, the leading global brewer. He joined Fever-Tree in 2021 and discusses how he has applied some of the best practice learned at AB InBev into a smaller organisation. Alex shares valuable insights on management styles, the importance of caring for team members and being open to new ideas. We also hear of Alex's incredible time as an Olympian Fencer where he competed for Team GB at the Beijing 2008 Summer Olympic Games - what an experience! His favourite drink is a gin & Fever-Tree Mediterranean tonic water, served with pink grapefruit - the Drink of Champions / Olympians! Watch the interview here: https://lnkd.in/em5Ph3xe Or Download on Apple, Spotify (or wherever you usually listen to podcasts) by searching Lessons I Learned in Law

In this episode, Scott Brown is joined by Robin Carvell-Spedding, General Counsel at Protium, a company at the forefront of the energy transition, focusing on producing green hydrogen. Robin's career has spanned over a decade in various in-house roles within the oil and gas sector, working on international projects across South America, Africa, the Middle East, and Asia. From carrying a massive flat-screen TV down five flights of stairs with his landlord, Michael Laudrup, in Copenhagen, to navigating complex legal landscapes in numerous countries, Robin's international experiences are both unique and insightful. In the episode, Robin stresses the importance of thoroughly understanding any role or company before committing, sharing personal stories about the consequences of not doing enough upfront research. Emphasising the value of seizing opportunities, Robin discusses how taking calculated risks has significantly benefited his career, especially in his international moves. Watch the live episode recording here: https://lnkd.in/eFEgCujt Or Search Lessons I Learned in Law on your streaming app to download the audio version! Let us know what you think!

In this episode, Scott Brown is joined by Felicitas Stern, General Counsel EMEA at Omni Bridgeway, a leading litigation funder. Felicitas made the switch to Omni Bridgeway when she was on the brink of Partnership in a top law firm in Amsterdam, where she practiced Real Estate and Construction. She wanted more variety in her role and worked with a coach before deciding a move in-house was the next step. Felicitas shares her motivations for moving in-house, the differences between working in a law firm and in-house, and the various lessons she learned throughout her career. We delve into how she made the career switch and some of the challenges she has faced in making that transition. We also cover some of the cultural differences across countries in legal practices, and Felicitas' personal journey from her native Germany to the Netherlands - so not one to be missed! Watch the full video interview below or search Lessons I Learned in Law on Apple, Spotify, or where ever you usually listen to download as a Podcast! https://lnkd.in/dHfH6CMq

Catching up on the last season of Lessons I Learned In Law! In this episode, Scott Brown is joined by Francisca Comiche, General Counsel at Rabobank, the 2nd Largest Bank in the Netherlands! Francisca has been with the Group for a whopping 26 Years, so if you have itchy feet in your current role after 3 years, it might be useful to listen for some tips on how to keep things fresh in your current business! Having joined DLL (part of the Rabobank group) as the 2nd Legal Hire, she now manages a team of 400 Legal Professionals globally! Watch the episode here: https://lnkd.in/eJmHH9ng Or Search Lessons I Learned in Law on your streaming app to download the audio version! Let us know what you think!

Are you a General Counsel wanting to know how to build a best in class legal function with a strong focus on developing talent? Then Maria Rocha Barros, Chief Legal and Public Affairs Officer at Booking.com has the advice for you! Watch her live interview with Scott Brown here: https://lnkd.in/esEahk83 Or search Lessons I Learned in Law Podcast on Spotify, Apple, or whichever podcast streaming app you use to download and listen. Maria is a true Citizen of the World. Born in London, from a Brazilian family, Maria loves travelling (passion and profession have collided at Booking.com) and has lived in the UK, US, Brazil, Mexico, Belgium and is now based in the Netherlands, where, in addition to her role as Chief Legal & Public Affairs Officer, she is a member of the Management Board of Booking.com and Board member of ACC Europe, the largest global association of in-house counsel. Before that, Maria was General Counsel Europe and Middle East of AB-InBev, the global brewer.

🎙️ New Episode Alert!🎙️ In this episode, host Scott Brown chats with James Stebbing, former General Counsel of Six Nations Rugby and The British & Irish Lions – truly one of the coolest roles in law! 🏉⚖️ Tune in to hear about James' inspiring career journey, from his early decision to shift from potential military service to law, spurred by personal circumstances, to landing his dream role in Sports Law. 🌟 James shares his experiences across prestigious firms and corporations like Harbottle & Lewis, Vodafone, Barclays, and ultimately, his dream roles with the RFU and Six Nations Rugby. 🏛️ Key takeaways include: 🔹 Transitioning between sectors: from financial services to sports 🔹 Leveraging your background and enthusiasm to make bold career moves 🔹 The importance of setting goals and continuously developing new skills 🔹 Practical advice on maintaining accurate records as a lawyer Don't miss out on these fantastic lessons and insights from James Stebbing! 🎧 #LessonsILearnedInLaw #Podcast #CareerJourney #SportsLaw #LegalInsights #GoalSetting #ContinuousLearning

What lessons have you learned in law as a general counsel? Whist you're thinking, Tune into Lucie Grant sharing hers with Scott Brown in the latest Lessons I Learned in Law Podcast! The story of Lucie is incredibly inspiring: from an intellectual property litigator to pivotal roles within giants like Thermo Fisher Scientific and BAE Systems. As Dura-Line's first female VP and General Counsel, Lucie significantly contributed to the diversification of the company, having increased the number of women in the organisation from 13% to an impressive 30%. Lucie talks about the challenges and opportunities associated with remote working, especially in a global organisation like Dura-Line. We cover the importance of mentoring and taking advice from all spheres in a business to diversify your experience. Lucie is also a believer in putting family first and taking care of yourself before any professional commitment. Whether you're an in-house counsel now or a law student headed that way, Lucie's stories and advice may prove invaluable. Listen now and realign your view on legal leadership and career development. Watch the live interview here or search "Lessons I Learned In Law" in your streaming app to download as a podcast: https://lnkd.in/eK8zvyXz