
Hosted by editor Catrin Griffiths and litigation editor Christian Smith, every second Thursday The Lawyer Podcast brings you our take on the top stories, trends and views moving the legal market.For more news, analysis and data, go to www.thelawyer.com. The Lawyer Podcast can be contacted at podcast@thelawyer.com.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 89 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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Excellent episodes so far. Great insight and opinions shared.
Some topics I’d like to see being discussed in future episodes -
Private Equity in the sector
Fee split firms and future impact
M&A
Northern Firms
Special guest episode - CEO / MP of Firms
To be monthly, and to only last for 20-30 minutes, is disappointing. It is also disappointing that you only ever talk about London and London firms. Surely you could be weekly and cover the whole country in terms of stories? There are plenty of interesting stories out there that have nothing to do with London.
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The show focuses on the biggest shifts in the legal market, with heavy emphasis on global firm strategy, cross-border mergers, private equity in law, and the impact of technology like AI on practice and profitability. Episodes frequently feature senior editors and practitioners discussing market realignments, partner economics, and regional dynamics (notably the UK, US, and Europe), often supported by industry guests who provide context on regulatory, competitive, and strategic implications. A notable strength is its experienced editorial voice and strong coverage of transatlantic trends, plus an openness to analyze both traditional firm structures and newer AI-enabled approaches. Potential listeners will likely find informed takes on marke... more
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