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Lessons I Learned in Law

Heriot Brown
Legal Profession
Career Development
Corporate Law
Leadership
Legal Recruitment
Crisis Management
Legal Careers
Diversity and Inclusion
Deliveroo
Networking
General Counsel
Career Progression
International Law
Green Hydrogen
M&A
Sustainability
Curiosity
Compliance
Work-Life Balance
Corporate Governance

Scott Brown is a 'recovering lawyer'. Following years working in international law firms, Scott now runs Heriot Brown, a Legal Recruitment business. His extensive discussions with people across the legal profession have given him insight into what makes lawyers tick. Now, Scott shares those insights with you - to help you in your career. On each episode Scott invites guests to leave their egos at ... more

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 40 ratings
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    Very enjoyable - good questions and insightful answers - useful for my role in legal training

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    Hong Kong5 years ago
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    Quality audio, content and entertainment! More of the same please Scott.

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    United Kingdom5 years ago

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Very insightful questions and practical takeaways for legal training.
Guests consistently bring diverse experiences and actionable advice.
Pacing is steady with clear, informal storytelling that's easy to follow.
Quality audio and engaging discussions—Scott keeps interviews focused.

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Navigating Remote Leadership and Career Evolution: Insights from Lucie Grant
Q: How do you ask for help?
I've found the best time to reach out is when you feel uncomfortable. It's crucial to have mentors who can guide you.
Navigating Remote Leadership and Career Evolution: Insights from Lucie Grant
Q: How has it changed in your time from being a junior in-house lawyer to now?
My approach has changed significantly as I now understand the importance of being comfortable saying 'I don't know' and the need for a different skill set in my current role.
Balancing Legal Excellence and Ethical Integrity w/ Alison Malin Zoellner
Q: What advice would you give for a lawyer starting a new role to set the right ethical tone?
Interrogating how your company views governance with the CEO will help you establish a partnership approach from the start.
Balancing Legal Excellence and Ethical Integrity w/ Alison Malin Zoellner
Q: How can a lawyer future-proof their career right now?
It’s an exciting time for lawyers, as our skill set is suited for navigating regulatory, ESG, and AI aspects in a rapidly changing environment.
Maintaining Perspective with Nicholas Cranfield
Q: What would be one bit of advice you'd give to someone getting into the profession in 2024?
I would recommend it because it's a great job and I think it will be a great job for a long time to come.

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