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Legal professionals, scholars, and practitioners from around the world — each sharing their unique journey on Studying Law Around the World.

182 guests from 43 countries

182 guests

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Adriana Aguena is the Assistant Director of Graduate and International Programs at McGeorge School of Law. A Brazilian-trained lawyer and McGeorge alum, she has built her career supporting LLM, SJD, and exchange students from around the world. In this episode, we talk about McGeorge’s new online …

Adriana Lacombe Coiro is a former student of FGV Direito Rio and recently completed her LL.M. degree at Harvard Law School. She was the recipient of the prestigious Jorge Paulo Lemann Fellowship, as well as the Person of the Year Fellowship from the Brazilian American Chamber of Commerce. With he…

This week on Studying Law Around the World, I am joined by Alanis Ortiz Espinosa. Alanis is a corporate lawyer, in-house counsel, and a dedicated leader on the boards of the Canadian Hispanic Bar Association and the BridgeWay Family Centre. Her journey from studying in the UK to navigating the is…

This week on Studying Law Around the World , I had the privilege of hosting Albert Lin , a Partner at Northview Law and an absolute master of corporate deal making. Albert’s career is a fascinating journey across multiple disciplines. He started his professional life as a scientist researching th…

Entrevista com Alen Šukurica, estudante de direito e Presidente da ELSA Croácia. A ELSA é uma associação de estudantes de Direito fundada em 1981, em Viena, por um grupo de estudantes de Direito originários da Alemanha, Hungria, Polónia e Áustria, sendo hoje a maior associação independente de est…

This episode of the Studying Law Around the World Podcast is proudly sponsored by ⁠⁠ ITL Prep from Emond Exam Prep ⁠⁠ , the comprehensive resource designed specifically for internationally trained lawyers preparing for the NCA exams. Special Offer : ITL Prep is offering 50% off* all courses for t…

Alex Munoz leads Sherrard Kuzz LLP’s Education Law/Educational Institutions practice. He is one of Canada’s leading lawyers in education law, with more than 20 years’ experience representing all levels of school boards and departments. Alex’s extensive practice focusses on employment law, human r…

ISSN 2819-733X There is a persistent myth in law school that you must be a math genius to practice tax law. It keeps a lot of great advocates away from a field that desperately needs them. Legal careers are shaped less by credentials and more by communication, and almost no one teaches that early…

Amanda Haverstieck is a former big law litigator turned legal writing coach, author, and founder of Writing Law Tutors LLC. After 20 years of writing for high-stakes litigation, she now helps lawyers and law students sharpen their writing skills, build confidence, and communicate more clearly and…

Ambar M. Maceo

Ambar M. Maceo

Republica Dominicana

Ambar M. Maceo - Uma advogada criminal com mais de 10 anos de experiência no direito, com LL.M nos EUA, especialização na Argentina e bacharelado na Republica Dominicana. Dra. Ambar atualmente atua em Boston, nos EUA.

In this episode of Studying Law Around the World , Claudio Klaus sits down with Amber Neumann, a skilled Ontario lawyer with experience in public service, adjudication, and client-focused practice. Amber shares her insights on navigating complex legal decisions, understanding capacity and consent…

In this week's episode of Studying Law Around the World, I sat down with Amy Grubb. Amy began her career in big law before transitioning into business strategy, entrepreneurship, and eventually legal technology. Today, she works as a Legal Solutions Architect at Spellbook, helping in-house teams …

In this episode of Studying Law Around the World, Claudio Klaus speaks with Ana Paula dos Santos, a lawyer licensed in Brazil and New York. She is a JSD candidate and a fellow in Advanced Economic Studies, and she works with the California Victims of Crime Resource Center on projects related to c…

In this episode of Studying Law Around the World , I sit down with Andrew Bowyer , Founder and CEO of ADB Insights and the driving force behind the Legal Innovation Forum. Andrew shares his journey from the Financial Times in London to Bloomberg in New York, and now to leading one of Canada’s mos…

In this episode of Studying Law Around the World , Claudio Klaus speaks with Andrew Shaughnessy , partner in intellectual property litigation at Torys LLP in Toronto. Andrew shares his unconventional path from chemical engineering and sales into law, and how curiosity, patience, and storytelling …

This week on Studying Law Around the World, I sat down with Aneka Jiwaji. She is a commercial and securities litigator who has been in practice for a decade. After navigating insurance defense, an international firm, and the BC Securities Commission, she recently co-founded JI Law, an all-women b…

Ari Mike

Ari Mike

Canada

In this episode of Studying Law Around the World, we make the invisible parts of the legal profession visible. Ari Mike joins the show to discuss his transition from a traditional corporate law firm in Montreal to running a fully remote, location-independent legal practice. After a pandemic layof…

Neste episódio eu entrevisto o advogado Barry Crushell, da Irlanda. Barry trabalha em um escritório prórprio, o Crushell & Co. Seu escritório é especializado em questões de direito de trabalho. Barry está habilitado para praticar direito em diversas jurisdições: Ireland; Northern Ireland; England…

Baru Obračajová

Baru Obračajová

Czech Republic

This week on the podcast, I sat down with Baru Obračajová. She is a Czech lawyer, legal designer, and the mind behind "Attorney at Code." After years of handling cross-border M&A and ESG transactions, she realized the traditional, hyper-specialized legal path was not for her. She took a free Harv…

Ben Ho

Ben Ho

United States

Ben Ho: Advisor, Harvard Law Entrepreneurship Project. Producer, The HLEP Podcast. J.D. Candidate, Harvard Law School. HLEP PODCAST 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐞: https://lnkd.in/eRtXUVKW 𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐲: https://lnkd.in/evdiRU4M

This week on Studying Law Around the World, I sat down with Bianca Thomas, Senior Counsel in Technology and Operations at BMO. Bianca is a “Rising Star” in the profession. Her career spans boutique litigation, financial services partnerships at Shopify, capital markets work in the precious and ba…

Bill Denstedt is a partner at Loopstra Nixon LLP, where he specializes in all aspects of real estate transactions. With a client-focused approach and a commitment to leveraging new technologies, Bill ensures seamless and efficient service in every transaction. Before joining Loopstra Nixon, Bill …

In this episode, Billy Rusteen , a former Microsoft, GitHub, and Databricks lawyer, shares how he transitioned from litigation to in-house and built My In-House Coach to help others do the same. Billy explains what hiring managers really look for, how to write resumes that stand out, and how to m…

This week on Studying Law Around the World , I sat down with Bindu Cudjoe , a legal executive who has held nearly every C-Suite title imaginable, General Counsel, Chief Operating Officer, Chief Compliance Officer, and Chief Inclusion Officer. With over 25 years of experience at major institutions…

In this episode of Studying Law Around the World , I sit down with Brett Colvin, the Co-founder and CEO of Goodlawyer . Brett began his career at Canada’s largest law firm, BLG, but his entrepreneurial spirit eventually hit a wall with the traditional billable hour model. In 2019, he left the fir…

Brett Scharffs

Brett Scharffs

United States

This week on Studying Law Around the World, we begin a new series exploring how lawyers bring their personal convictions into their legal work. I had the honor of hosting Professor Brett Scharffs, the Director of the International Center for Law and Religion Studies at Brigham Young University. H…

This episode is sponsored by ⁠⁠⁠CONTENDER ⁠⁠⁠ , The premier agency helping lawyers go from invisible to impossible to ignore on LinkedIn. Learn more at: ⁠⁠⁠https://contenderllc.com/work-with-us Brian H. Potts is a partner at Husch Blackwell and the founder of the Legal Mentor Network, a nonprofit…

Bruna Kalinoski is an intellectual property, technology, and litigation lawyer at Burnet, Duckworth and Palmer LLP in Calgary. Her practice focuses on contentious aspects of intellectual property law, including patents, trademarks, copyright, industrial design, and trade secrets, with a particula…

In this week's episode of Studying Law Around the World, I sat down with Bruno Maggi. Bruno is a partner at BM Advocados and one of Brazil's leading antitrust and competition lawyers. After an accidental assignment thrust him into cartel defense 25 years ago, he built an incredible career shaping…

In this episode of Studying Law Around the World , I sit down with Camila Motta, the founder of Revive Law. Camila shares her inspiring journey from immigrating to Canada and navigating the NCA process to launching her own firm during the height of the pandemic. We dive deep into the reality of "…

In this episode of Studying Law Around the World , host Claudio Klaus speaks with Carlos Romero , University of Chicago Law LLM graduate and international arbitration fellow at White & Case in Washington, D.C. Carlos explains how international lawyers can use an LLM to build real professional exp…

This week on Studying Law Around the World, I had the privilege of speaking with Casper Lindholm Dam, an Associate Partner at a prominent business law firm in Copenhagen. Casper is a commercial lawyer with a deeply international mindset, advising both Danish and international companies on complex…

This week on Studying Law Around the World, I have the absolute pleasure of hosting Catherine O'Connell. Catherine is a registered foreign lawyer in Japan, licensed in New Zealand and England and Wales. Originally arriving in Tokyo for a one-year contract, she has built an incredible 23-year care…

In this week's episode of Studying Law Around the World Podcast , I sat down with Ceschino Brooks_de_Vita . Ceschino is a former Big Law corporate attorney, a Harvard alum, and the founder of the Legal Tech Guide. Having successfully transitioned from practicing law to legal tech marketing and en…

Chad Aboud is a coach, adviser, and speaker, former General Counsel, and experienced corporate lawyer. He is the founder of ⁠Chad Aboud Consulting⁠ , where he helps lawyers and business leaders align their natural skills with career strategies to achieve success and fulfillment. Chad is also the …

This week on Studying Law Around the World, I sat down with Chandler Lauzon, the Chief Growth Officer at Cassels. Chandler refers to himself as a "recovering lawyer," having practiced law at a national firm and as in-house counsel before pivoting to the business side of the profession over 20 yea…

Chandru

Chandru

India

Neste episódio, eu entrevisto o Chandru para falar sobre a experiência de estudar direito na Índia. Chandru estuda em uma das universidades de direito mais prestigiadas do país, segundo ele. Durante a entrevista falamos sobre similaridades dos estudos jurídicos no Brasil e na índia.

This season is sponsored by ⁠⁠ Grammatika International ⁠⁠ . Grammatika International helps lawyers around the world succeed in their careers through legal writing courses and coaching. Learn more at ⁠⁠www.grammatika.co⁠⁠ . What does it take to be a lawyer who truly connects with people? In this …

This episode is a bit different. I was recently a guest on Lawyer Launcher – Behind the Bar , hosted by Susan Van Dyke. Instead of recording a new conversation, I am sharing part of that interview here. If you are new here, I am Claudio Klaus. I am a Brazilian trained lawyer now articling in Onta…

Claudio Martellacci brings a unique mix of financial expertise, legal insight, and practical experience to his role as a Partner in Valuations and Litigation Support. A Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA), Chartered Accountant (CA), and Chartered Business Valuator (CBV), Claudio has spent his…

Recognized leader in legal tech, Colin S. Levy is dedicated to revolutionizing the legal industry by bridging the gap between technology and law. As an author, educator, and speaker, Colin demystifies the complexities of legal innovation. He’s the author of The Legal Tech Ecosystem, co-author of …

This week on Studying Law Around the World, we dive into the rapidly evolving intersection of law, technology, and governance. I am joined by Dr. Cristiano de Souza Therrien. Cristiano is a Canadian-Brazilian legal scholar, AI governance strategist, and technology law consultant with over 25 year…

This week on Studying Law Around the World, I had the pleasure of hosting Daniel Maffessoni Passinato Diniz. Daniel is a Brazilian corporate lawyer, law professor, and the founding partner of Passinato & Graebin. After taking a massive leap of faith to start his own fully cloud based firm ten yea…

This week on Studying Law Around the World, I had the pleasure of hosting Daniele Bartoli, Managing Associate at Gatti Pavesi Bianchi Ludovici, one of Italy's premier law and tax firms. Daniele’s career is a brilliant case study in building international commercial awareness. He joined his firm j…

In this episode of Studying Law Around the World, we make the invisible parts of the legal profession visible. Darren Smith joins the show to discuss his unique career path from design, to litigation, and ultimately to legal education at Emond Publishing. Together, we unpack why your legal career…

David B. Oppenheimer, Panos Kapotas, and Laura Carlson

David B. Oppenheimer, Panos Kapotas, and Laura Carlson

United States, United Kingdom, and Sweden

Legal careers are shaped less by credentials and more by communication, and no one teaches that early enough. I make that invisible part of the profession visible. What mistake do junior lawyers make because no one explained this? They assume the law looks exactly the same everywhere. When you on…

David Oppenheimer

David Oppenheimer

United States

ISSN 2819-733X This week on Studying Law Around the World, I have the incredible privilege of hosting Professor David Oppenheimer. Professor Oppenheimer is a clinical professor of law at UC Berkeley, the faculty co-director of the pro bono program, and the director of the Berkeley Center on Compa…

In this week's episode of Studying Law Around the World, I sat down with Demetre Vasilounis. Demetre is a trust and estates lawyer, a Trust and Estate Practitioner (TEP), and a recognized leader in family wealth and succession planning. After discovering his love for estates during a mandatory ar…

Dina Brewer

Dina Brewer

United States

In this episode of Studying Law Around the World , I sit down with Dina Brewer, Managing Partner at Princeton Law Partners. With a career spanning Davis Polk & Wardwell, Morgan Stanley, and her own firm, Dina offers a masterclass on navigating the legal profession. We discuss why starting at a la…

O entrevistado deste episódio é o Dr. Angel A. González García. Angel é mestre em Direito Internacional Público e Direito Econômico Internacional pela Universidade de Paris II Panthéon-Assas, mestre em Relações Internacionais pelo Instituto Global de Altos Estudios en Ciencias Sociales (IGLOBAL) …

This episode of the Studying Law Around the World Podcast is proudly sponsored by ITL Prep from Emond Exam Prep , the comprehensive resource designed specifically for internationally trained lawyers preparing for the NCA exams. Special Offer : ITL Prep is offering 50% off* all courses for the fir…

Dr. Jodan Daci graduou-se com honras pela Universidade de Tirana em 2002. Em 2003, completou seu Mestrado Europeu em Democracia e Direitos Humanos na Universidade de Bolonha, Itália. Dr. Daci concluiu seu doutorado em Direito Público na Universidade de Tirana em 2010. Tem mais de 12 anos de exper…

In this week's episode of Studying Law Around the World, I sat down with Dr. Steven A. Wright. Dr. Wright brings an incredibly rare perspective to the table, holding a PhD in computer engineering, an MBA, and a JD. Working at the intersection of technology, business, and law, he generously shared…

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In this episode of Studying Law Around the World , Claudio Klaus speaks with Emil Abedian, founder and CEO of Council CPAs, an accounting firm dedicated to serving law firms. Emil shares his journey from Ernst & Young in Sweden to building a specialized practice in California that helps lawyers r…

This episode is sponsored by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CONTENDER ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ , The premier agency helping lawyers go from invisible to impossible to ignore on LinkedIn. Learn more at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://contenderllc.com/work-with-us⁠⁠ Erika Bailey⁠⁠ ( she|her) has served the University of Toronto for nearly 25 years, speciali…

In this episode of Studying Law Around the World , I sit down with Eugene Matos De Lara, a lawyer with one of the most diverse resumes in the industry. From serving as a Combat Armour Officer to working at the International Court of Justice and now the Ministry of the Attorney General, Eugene exp…

Fadi Khalil is currently a Working Group Expert Member at the African Commission on Human and Peoples' Rights. He holds a Master of Laws (LLM), Specializing in Public International Law from the University of Nottingham. His areas of specialization include subjects and sources of International Law…

This week on Studying Law Around the World , I had the pleasure of sitting down with Faren Bogach , a commercial litigator, construction law expert, and the founder of Construct Legal. Faren’s career path is a fascinating study in taking control of how you practice. She began at a boutique firm b…

Felicia Harris Hoss

Felicia Harris Hoss

United States

In this episode of Studying Law Around the World , I sit down with Felicia Harris Hoss, a distinguished mediator and arbitrator who spent over 28 years as a complex commercial litigator before pivoting her practice from the courtroom to the "conference room". We discuss why less than 1% of cases …

This episode is sponsored by ⁠CONTENDER ⁠ , The premier agency helping lawyers go from invisible to impossible to ignore on LinkedIn. Learn more at: ⁠https://contenderllc.com/work-with-us Fernando Garcia has over 15 years of experience as a General Counsel. His practice has included providing str…

Fernando is currently a Doctoral Candidate at Yale Law School and an Associate Professor of Law at Jindal Global University. He holds a Master of Laws degree from the Yale Law School and a Law degree from the Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú (PUCP), where he graduated summa cum laude. He …

Appellate Litigation, Motion Practice, Legal Writing that Wins In this episode of Studying Law Around the World , Toronto litigator Gabriel Latner breaks down a decade of motion-heavy practice across jurisdictions. We cover: US vs. Canada litigation culture: page and time limits, deadlines, and h…

Gabriel Lins

Gabriel Lins

Netherlands

Gabriel Lins is a lawyer at CSC Netherlands, where he provides legal support on corporate governance matters to global private-equity firms. He holds an LL.M degree in Commercial and Company Law from Erasmus University Rotterdam (NL), graduating with cum laude, and a bachelor's degree from Federa…

Gabriel Souto é advogado (Associate na PG Law Firm), Schwarzman Scholar, Datasphere Initiative & Portulans Institute Fellow. Gabriel também é um mentor voluntário da LALA - Latin American Leadership Academy. Apaixonado por tecnologia e políticas públicas, foi cofundador do Laboratório de Política…

In this episode of Studying Law Around the World , I sit down with Gary Kalaci , lawyer, entrepreneur, and CEO of Alexa Translations. Gary shares his journey from growing up in Albania and working as a court interpreter to building one of North America’s leading AI-powered translation companies. …

In this episode, I sit down with Gary Mitchell, the founder of OnTrac Coach, who has spent over 20 years helping lawyers unlock their potential. We discuss the clash between the "Lawyer Mind" and the "Entrepreneur Mind," why perfectionism prevents freedom, and how to avoid the common burnout that…

Today we’ll be speaking with Gina Alexandris, Career Coach & Consultant for Legal Professionals . Gina’s own beliefs and values have been shaped by both her professional and academic experiences, and her experiences as the daughter of Greek immigrants to Canada, being a wife, mother, sister and a…

This week on ⁠Studying Law Around the World Podcast⁠, I had the opportunity to speak with ⁠Greg McNab⁠, a Partner in Dentons' Corporate group and the Canada Co-chair for the firm's Mining group. Greg’s career path is a masterclass in leveraging past experience. He began his professional life as a…

Gregg Schoenberg

Gregg Schoenberg

United States

Gregg Schoenberg has built a diverse career over the past 30+ years, holding multiple professional roles, including legislative aide, government affairs representative, investment banker, crisis consultant, media start-up founder, content creator, angel and crypto investor, and corporate strategy…

This week on Studying Law Around the World , I sat down with Gregory Radisic , a Canadian lawyer, PhD candidate at Bond University (Australia), and a teaching fellow at the Center for Space, Cyberspace and Data Law. Gregory’s legal practice exists quite literally out of this world. After starting…

Hammad Shahin

Hammad Shahin

Australia

Nesta entrevista eu pude falar com o Hammad Shahin, um estudante de Direito e Relações Internacionais na La Trobe University e Colombo Plan Scholar 2021.

This week on Studying Law Around the World, I had the absolute honor of sitting down with Hana Dhanji, the Founder and CEO of Cognitrex Inc. Hana has built a truly extraordinary career. She began practicing law in some of the most demanding, elite environments in the world, working at firms like …

Harpreet Singh Hora is a practicing lawyer in the Supreme Court of India and various High Courts in India for the past 6 years. He has experience working with the Government of India, as well as serving as a Legal Aid Counsel for Magistrate Courts on the Criminal Panel. His private practice inclu…

This week on Studying Law Around the World, we are exploring a topic that sits at the complex intersection of international law, diplomacy, and the local legal market. I am welcoming back Hasan Mandviwalla, a partner at Mandviwalla & Zafar in Pakistan and an officer of the International Bar Assoc…

Heather Stevenson

Heather Stevenson

United States

On the newest episode of Studying Law Around the World, I sat down with Heather Stevenson. Her career path is anything but conventional. She started as a securities litigator at Sullivan and Cromwell, stepped away to co-found a juice bar, and eventually returned to the law to become the General C…

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Henry Aderam

Henry Aderam

Namíbia

O entrevistado deste episódio é Henry Aderam. Henry é advogado atuante junto ao Tribunal Superior da Namíbia. Ele é bacharel em Direito (LLB) pela Universidade da Namíbia e mestre em Direito Mercantil (LLM) com especialização em Direito Bancário, Direito de proteção ao consumidor e Direito de Tec…

Herman Wong is the host of the podcast Law Syrup and an incoming litigation associate at Torkin Manes LLP in Toronto. With a passion for making law accessible, Herman has previously served as a Justice Education Fellow for the Ontario Justice Education Network (OJEN), where he was recognized with…

Irina Mui

Irina Mui

Canada

Irina is a dedicated legal career coach specializing in helping aspiring and practicing lawyers build successful, fulfilling careers in Canada. With experience as an internationally trained paralegal, an Ontario-licensed lawyer, and a legal recruiter, she understands the unique challenges legal p…

This season is sponsored by: Rev is the top AI transcription and speech-to-text platform trusted by thousands of legal professionals and researchers worldwide. Rev helps you quickly transcribe, organize, and analyze case materials with high accuracy using secure and easy-to-use tools. Learn more …

Jake Hirsch-Allen is a Senior Fellow at The Dais focusing on inclusive technology and skills. Most recently he has been building public-private partnerships in workforce development and higher education for LinkedIn. Jake advises the Mila AI institute, impact investors, public sector leaders and …

Jeffery Lamont is the President of Lamont Wealth Strategies . In 1998, Jeffery Lamont followed in his father Ray’s footsteps and began his career in the financial services industry. Over the past 26+ years, he has helped entrepreneurs, lawyers, and other professionals build, preserve, and transit…

Neste episódio, entrevistei Jessica Dworkin que tem quase 20 anos de experiência com o mundo dos LL.Ms e fala sobre suas experiências, sobre bolsas de estudo, OPT e outros assuntos relacionados. Jessica joined us in her personal capacity. Her remarks do not represent those of the her previous or …

João is a Brazilian qualified Lawyer with a strong background in research and litigation focused on the civil, economic, and social rights of Brazilian nationals, refugees, and migrants. He has conducted extensive research on mass surveillance technologies, internet shutdowns, and their impact on…

This episode is sponsored by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CONTENDER ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ , The premier agency helping lawyers go from invisible to impossible to ignore on LinkedIn. Learn more at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://contenderllc.com/work-with-us⁠ John Clark is the Director of Strategic Initiatives at ETS, the organization behind the TOEFL an…

This week on Studying Law Around the World , I had the privilege of hosting a fascinating discussion with John-Paul Rodrigues and Justin D. Rochester . Ontario holds a truly unique position in the global legal landscape. It is one of the only jurisdictions in the world that independently licenses…

Jonah E. Perlin

Jonah E. Perlin

United States

This episode is sponsored by CONTENDER , The premier agency helping lawyers go from invisible to impossible to ignore on LinkedIn. Learn more at: https://contenderllc.com/work-with-us In this episode of Studying Law Around the World , Claudio Klaus talks with Jonah Perlin, a professor at Georgeto…

ISSN 2819-733X One of the most profound realizations a lawyer can make is that the very skills that brought them early success are often the exact same skills holding them back from executive leadership. Legal careers are shaped far less by technical credentials and much more by how we communicat…

Neste episódio, vamos mergulhar na história de Jonathan Mafra Sena de Santana, um advogado brasileiro que estou na UNIVALI, em Santa Catarina. Ele nos conta sobre sua jornada de sucesso ao concluir o Mestrado em Direito (LLM) na Penn State Law e ser admitido no programa de MBA da mesma universida…

Jorge Barona

Jorge Barona

Colombia

This week on Studying Law Around the World, I sat down with Jorge Barona, an international lawyer based in Colombia who has spent the last decade supporting European Union-funded research and innovation projects. Jorge’s story is a testament to resilience. After a career setback and an injury in …

In this week's episode of Studying Law Around the World, I sat down with José Bottazzo. After building a highly successful career as a litigation partner in Brazil, José made a bold pivot, moving to Toronto to become a leader in legal recruitment. Now the Director of Client Services at Forge Recr…

Dr. José Ricardo dos Santos Luz Júnior é Co-Chairman & CEO da LIDE China 巴西商业领袖组织—中国区, Pesquisador do BRICS Study Group da Faculdade de Direito da USP (GEBRICS / USP). Formado em Direito pela PUC-SP, MBA em International Master in Business Administration na Peking University, China (Dual Degree c…

ISSN 2819-733X One of the most exciting shifts happening in the legal profession right now is the movement away from exhausting mechanical tasks and toward strategic, fulfilling legal work. Legal careers are shaped less by credentials and more by communication, and almost no one teaches that earl…

Joshua Alter

Joshua Alter

United States

Joshua joined us in his personal capacity and as the author of the Beyond Non-JD blog . His remarks do not represent those of the University of Florida, where he currently works.

Julia Sanchez

Julia Sanchez

United States

No quinto episódio, a entrevistada é Julia Sanchez , que trabalhou como paralegal em Nova Iorque e conta os detalhes da sua rotina e formação.

Conversa com o Dr. Julio Costa sobre sua experiência no Mestrado em Direito (LLM) na Northeastern University School of Law em Boston, Massachussets. --- Início da entrevista: 1:32. Data da gravação: 12 de julho de 2022. Host: Claudio Antonio Klaus Junior ( @claudioklausjr ) Convidado: Julio Costa…

In this episode of Studying Law Around the World , I sit down with Jumi Odepe, the Principal at Jode Law Firm. Jumi is a dual-qualified lawyer (Canada & Nigeria) who describes herself as "the lawyer that stays with you", guiding founders from their first incorporation all the way to their exit. W…

Kenneth J Kunken

Kenneth J Kunken

United States

This week on Studying Law Around the World, I have the distinct privilege of hosting Kenneth J Kunken. In 1970, Ken sustained a spinal cord injury while playing football for Cornell University, resulting in quadriplegia. Navigating an era nearly two decades before the Americans with Disabilities …

This week on Studying Law Around the World, we step away from substantive legal practice to look at the engine that actually runs a successful firm: business operations. I had the pleasure of hosting Kenny Alami, the founder of Not Operations. Kenny helps professional services firms eliminate ted…

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Khadija Wilson

United States

This week on Studying Law Around the World, I sat down with Khadija Wilson. Khadija holds a PhD in pharmacology, is currently a JD candidate at Temple Law, and is the founder of Rooted Advising. She shared her journey moving from Trinidad and Tobago to the United States and how she built a highly…

Khumo

Khumo

South Africa

Uma entrevista com Khumo, que falar sobre os detalhes da faculdade de direito em seu país.

This episode of the Studying Law Around the World Podcast is proudly sponsored by ⁠ ITL Prep from Emond Exam Prep ⁠ , the comprehensive resource designed specifically for internationally trained lawyers preparing for the NCA exams. Special Offer : ITL Prep is offering 50% off* all courses for the…

Laiana Martins é advogada no Brasil inscrita na OAB/PR 45.883, e é também formada em Direito pela Murdoch University no Western Australia e pós-graduada em Direito Comercial pelo College of Law do Western Australia. É advogada qualificada na Austrália e atualmente atua para o Department of Fire a…

In this episode of Studying Law Around the World , I sit down with Lameck Kefala, a Recruitment Consultant at Smith Legal Search. Lameck shares his unique journey from articling at a firm and working in legal tech to becoming a legal recruiter. We break down the current state of the Toronto legal…

This week on Studying Law Around the World, I had the pleasure of welcoming back Lara Merjane. Lara is a corporate and M&A lawyer with a truly global footprint, currently serving as in-house counsel in Colorado. She is uniquely admitted to practice in Colorado, California, Ontario, and Brazil. La…

No segundo episódio da segunda temporada, conheça o Lara e Bruna. Elas são advogadas brasileiras que fizeram um mestrado em direito no Canadá e exercem a advocacia em law firms canadenses. Elas tem dicas valiosas para quem pensa em estudar e/ou advogar no Canadá! Novos episódios a cada semana nas…

Larissa Meredith-Flister

Larissa Meredith-Flister

England, Wales, and Canada

In this week's episode of Studying Law Around the World, I sat down with Larissa Meredith-Flister. Larissa is a solicitor qualified in England, Wales, and Canada, with an LLM from the University of Cambridge and a deep background in economics. She has practiced complex litigation in London and no…

Laura Frederick is a contracts lawyer turned entrepreneur who has spent 25+ years practicing law across the globe—from San Francisco to Singapore —at top firms like Morrison & Foerster and leading commercial deals at Tesla . In 2020, she started a 30-day LinkedIn challenge sharing contract tips— …

NEW SEASON! Lilia Kvorka is a bilingual lawyer, licensed in Mexico and in Ontario with experience in both the public and private sectors, including the State and Federal Government in Mexico as well as a Foreign Mission in Canada. She is a Director for the Canadian Hispanic Bar Association and As…

In this week's episode of Studying Law Around the World, I sat down with Liran Kandin. Liran is a dual licensed lawyer in Ontario and New York, an entrepreneur, and the founder of NCA Tutor. Over the past 14 years, he has helped nearly 4,000 internationally trained lawyers successfully navigate t…

ISSN 2819-733X This week on Studying Law Around the World, I have the absolute pleasure of welcoming back Lora McInturf. Lora is an American attorney living in Germany who transitioned from big law into a full-time executive coaching practice. She has mentored lawyers and rising corporate stars i…

This season is sponsored by: ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Grammatika International ⁠⁠ Grammatika helps lawyers around the world succeed in their careers through legal writing courses and coaching. Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.grammatika.co⁠⁠⁠⁠ . In this episode of Studying Law Around the World , I sit down with Lotus Menezes, …

Luciana is a dual-qualified lawyer licensed to practice law in Ontario (Canada) and Brazil. She was admitted to the Brazilian bar in 2011, where she gained extensive experience over approximately 8 years. Initially, she worked as a litigator in the financial industry for 5 years before transition…

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Majo Castro

Majo Castro

United States

This week on the podcast, I sat down with Majo Castro. Majo is the founding attorney of Castro & Legal in Austin, Texas. After leaving Venezuela in 2015 with a law degree that she could not use in the United States, she started completely over. She took a paralegal course, worked as a bartender, …

Marc J. Victor

Marc J. Victor

United States

Neste episódio o advogado Marc J. Victor fala sobre o processo penal nos Estados Unidos. --- Data da gravação: abril de 2022. Host: Claudio Antonio Klaus Junior ( @claudioklausjr ) Convidado: Marc J. Victor --- Estudar Direito pelo Mundo LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/71887077/ Canal …

A partner in Torkin Manes’ Litigation Group, Marco’s practice focuses on appellate litigation and applications for judicial review. He regularly appears on behalf of clients before both the Ontario Divisional Court and the Ontario Court of Appeal. In practice, Marco strategically counsels and adv…

María Mercedes García is a corporate and securities lawyer with a unique cross-border perspective. Originally from Argentina, she practiced tax law in the public and private sectors for over a decade and taught at the university level before relocating to Canada in 2020. Starting over had a cost:…

This week on Studying Law Around the World, I had the pleasure of hosting Marlene Wette, a Senior Associate at BODENHEIMER in Germany. Marlene specializes in international arbitration and cross-border litigation. She holds an LL.M. from the University of Amsterdam and has acted as counsel, tribun…

Matyáš Kohout

Matyáš Kohout

República Tcheca

No primeiro episódio da segunda temporada, conheça o Matyáš. Ele é da República Tcheca e está fazendo o J.D. nos EUA e compartilha um pouco sobre como funcionam os estágios durante o curso (detalhe que ele está estudando durante a pandemia). O Matyáš já fez estágio na UNICEF, na UNESCO e foi apro…

A entrevistada deste episódio é Mayte Cerruto Harriague. Mayte tem 23 anos e mora em La Paz, na Bolívia. Graduada em direito na Universidade Católica (2015-2020). Atualmente pós-graduanda em Direito Administrativo e Gestão Pública. Um dos passatempos de Mayte é aprender francês e a aimara, uma lí…

This episode of the Studying Law Around the World Podcast is proudly sponsored by ⁠⁠ ITL Prep from Emond Exam Prep ⁠⁠ , the comprehensive resource designed specifically for internationally trained lawyers preparing for the NCA exams. Special Offer : ITL Prep is offering 50% off* all courses for t…

Michael Tam is the Program Lawyer, Professional Graduate & International Programs at Osgoode Professional Development. In this role he develops degree programs, graduate courses, and non-degree education options for domestic and internationally trained lawyers and law students. He is also the aca…

Michele D’Innella is an author and audio content creator. He studied Law at the University of Bari and he is currently doing an LL.M. in International & Comparative Law at George Washington University.

In this episode of Studying Law Around the World, we speak with Mónica Mora, an associate at Basham, Ringe y Correa in Mexico City, about building a meaningful legal career in corporate law and cross-border practice. Mónica shares her professional journey from working in-house at Nike to private …

In this week's episode of Studying Law Around the World, I sat down with Murray Gottheil. Murray is a retired business lawyer who spent nearly 40 years representing entrepreneurial clients while serving as the managing partner of a mid-sized Ontario firm. He generously shared the hidden rules of …

In this episode of Studying Law Around the World , I sit down with Neil Montgomery , Founder and Managing Partner of Montgomery in São Paulo. Neil shares his remarkable journey from studying law at the University of São Paulo to becoming one of Brazil’s most recognized international lawyers. We d…

Nick Cohen

Nick Cohen

United States

This week on Studying Law Around the World , I had the pleasure of interviewing Nick Cohen . He is a practicing attorney and the Chief Operating Officer at Matador Solutions, an agency that manages digital growth for over 150 law firms nationwide. Nick grew up in a family of trial lawyers and sta…

Neste episódio, eu entrevisto a advogada chilena Nina Leighton. Graduada em Direito pela Universidad de Concepción, especialista em Propriedade Intelectual, membro da Associação Chilena de Propriedade Intelectual (ACHIPI). Nina comenta sobre as principais diferenças dos estudos no país e da admis…

On the newest episode of Studying Law Around the World, I had the privilege of sitting down with Norm Bowley. With over five decades of experience as a lawyer, educator, and coach, Norm generously shared the invisible mechanics of building a thriving practice instead of just enduring one: What mi…

There is an unspoken rule in the legal profession that no one teaches early enough. Legal careers are shaped far less by raw credentials and much more by your ability to communicate and build relationships. I want to make that invisible part of the profession visible today. This week on Studying …

In this week's episode of Studying Law Around the World, I sat down with Oliver Gleeson. Oliver is a former general counsel, COO, and the founder of Salient Map Executive Consultancy. Through his extensive coaching work, he generously shared his insights on how early career professionals can shor…

Özgenur Kara Balcı, completed her bachelor’s degree at Ankara University Faculty of Law in 2015, was granted an LLM degree at Ankara University Graduate School of Social Sciences with her LLM thesis entitled “Financial Leasing of Ships in Maritime Law” and she is currently a Ph.D. candidate at An…

Patricia Gannon built the largest law firm in the Balkans, growing it to over 200 lawyers across 8 markets. Then, she pivoted to launch a legal tech startup. In this episode, I sit down with the Founder & CEO of Platforum9 to discuss why she believes in "human-first" communication in the age of A…

On the newest episode of Studying Law Around the World, I had the absolute privilege of sitting down with Paul Karvanis. After a 12 year career navigating Bay Street, the private sector, and a crown agency, Paul transitioned into coaching and literally wrote the book on The Happy Lawyer . He gene…

In this episode of Studying Law Around the World , Claudio Klaus speaks with Pauline Chan , Head of Lawyer Experience and Lawyer-in-Residence at Goodlawyer. Pauline shares her journey from big firm associate to in-house counsel, to entrepreneur running a fitness studio, and back to law as a fract…

This episode is brought to you by Rev , a top AI transcription and speech-to-text platform trusted by thousands of legal professionals and researchers worldwide. Rev helps you quickly transcribe, organize, and analyze case materials with high accuracy using secure and easy-to-use tools. Learn mor…

Managing Partner at Loopstra Nixon, former Shearman and Sterling associate, corporate lawyer focused on transactions and healthcare, U of T Law grad. Peter Saad joins me to unpack a career that began in New York during the 2008 financial crisis and led to firm leadership in Canada. Peter explains…

Piper Riley Thompson is a legal career advisor, former human rights lawyer, and entrepreneur. Piper has dedicated her career to breaking down taboos and increasing inclusivity in the legal profession. Currently, she serves as the Assistant Director of the Career & Professional Development Office …

In this episode of Studying Law Around the World, corporate attorney Priscilla Bonsu shares her journey from Germany to the United States and how she built a cross border career in corporate law, private equity, and venture capital. She talks about moving from a civil law system to a common law s…

Abdi Aidid researches and teaches in the areas of civil procedure, torts, and law & technology at the University of Toronto Faculty of Law. He received his B.A. from the University of Toronto, his J.D. from Yale Law School and his LL.M from the Faculty of Law. Professor Aidid previously practiced…

This week on Studying Law Around the World , I sat down with Rachel A. Sachs , a Filipino-German Canadian lawyer and the founder of Sachs Law Professional Corporation. Rachel has intentionally built her practice around serving older adults, a decision deeply rooted in her family history and her p…

Rebecca Lockwood is a lawyer, mediator, educator, and founder of Grammatika International , an organization dedicated to helping lawyers and law students worldwide improve their legal writing and professional skills. In this episode of Studying Law Around the World , Rebecca shares her journey fr…

Renato Saeger M. Costa specializes in Constitutional, Comparative, and Administrative Law. He graduated with an LLB from the Faculty of Law at the Catholic University of Pernambuco, in Brazil, and holds an LLM from the University of Queensland, in Australia, where he held an Endeavour Awards Post…

Richard A. Haigh is an Assistant Professor at Osgoode Hall Law School and Director of York’s Centre for Public Policy and Law and Co-Director of the Part-Time LLM program in Constitutional Law at Osgoode Professional Development. He was, until December 2007, the Associate Director, Graduate Progr…

This week on Studying Law Around the World, I sat down with Rob Pattison. Rob is an expert in troubled project rescue, high stakes negotiation, and pre transaction due diligence. With decades of experience on both sides of the negotiating table for Canada's largest infrastructure projects, he sha…

Uma entrevista com Robert Hannah, falando sobre sua atuação no mercado jurídico da Inglaterra.

Ruben Camacho

Ruben Camacho

United States

Is it possible to move in-house without spending years in Big Law? What is the difference between being a "risk-averse" lawyer and a true business partner? In this episode, I sit down with Ruben Camacho , Associate Corporate Counsel at RSA Security . Ruben shares his unique journey from working i…

In this episode of Studying Law Around the World , I sit down with Rumyana Davidson, a Strategic Advisor and former Chief Legal Officer specializing in the global mining, metallurgy, and energy sectors. With over 15 years of experience executing billion-dollar joint ventures across the GCC, Afric…

This week on Studying Law Around the World, I am thrilled to host Saad Minhas. Saad is the Managing Counsel, Infrastructure and Canada Lead at Cerebras Systems, the company leading the world in high speed AI inference. Based right here in Toronto, his career sits at the fascinating intersection o…

In this episode of Studying Law Around the World, we make the invisible parts of the legal profession visible. Sahil Shoor, Partner at Gowling WLG, joins the show to unpack the business of complex commercial and infrastructure disputes. Sahil shares his remarkable journey from an NCA student in T…

Neste episódio, eu entrevisto o advogado mexicano Samuel Morales.

Sandra Shime is the Director of Dispute Resolution Services. Sandra has extensive experience in dispute resolution, adjudication, and management in both the private and public sectors. Most recently she served for 13 years as a Vice Chair and the Alternate Chair at the Workplace Safety & Insuranc…

This week on Studying Law Around the World, I sat down with Sebastian Padina. Sebastian is the founder of Hauswerk Law and a fractional General Counsel who brings a rare and brilliant mix of legal depth, AI engineering, and product management to his practice. He generously shared a completely ref…

This week on Studying Law Around the World, I had the absolute pleasure of hosting Sebastian Volcan. Sebastian is a brilliant Venezuelan lawyer who successfully transitioned from traditional corporate law into international strategy and business development. After a profound career shift inspired…

In this week's episode of Studying Law Around the World, I sat down with Sergio Sánchez. Sergio is a lawyer from Mexico City, a Stanford PhD candidate, and a brilliant environmental policy leader working at the intersection of sustainability, climate justice, and community driven solutions. He ge…

In this week's episode of Studying Law Around the World, I sat down with Shani M. King and N. Jeremi Duru. Shani and Jeremi are brilliant legal scholars, law professors, and longtime friends who met as undergraduates at Brown University. Having built formidable careers in child advocacy and civil…

This episode is sponsored by ⁠⁠CONTENDER ⁠⁠ , The premier agency helping lawyers go from invisible to impossible to ignore on LinkedIn. Learn more at: ⁠⁠https://contenderllc.com/work-with-us Spencer May is a J.D. candidate at the University of Arizona James E. Rogers College of Law, where he is c…

No sexto episódio, converso com Stephen Horowitz sobre sua formação e carreira com inglês jurídico.

This week on Studying Law Around the World, I sat down with Steven Schneider to discuss exactly how to fix this structural flaw. Steven is the CEO of TrioSEO and previously scaled a portfolio of websites to $1.4 million in annual revenue purely through search engine optimization. He explained tha…

Sukhi Alberga⁠ is a Canadian lawyer with a passion for innovation and supporting growth-driven enterprises, and extensive experience in the business and health sectors. She holds an Honours Bachelor’s from the University of Toronto, a Juris Doctor from Bond University, and a Health Law certificat…

Sunny Kim

Sunny Kim

United States

In this episode of Studying Law Around the World , I speak with Sunny Kim , lawyer and founder of Resonance Guide, about how lawyers can use LinkedIn to build an authentic personal brand that attracts real opportunities. Sunny’s path took her from Columbia Law School to practicing tax law at Davi…

One of the greatest misconceptions in the legal profession is that simply doing good work is enough to build a successful career. Legal careers are shaped less by credentials and more by communication, and no one teaches that early enough. I want to make that invisible part of the profession visi…

Syeda Nazifa Nawroj

Syeda Nazifa Nawroj

United States

Syeda Nazifa Nawroj, Esq. is a Silicon Valley corporate lawyer specializing in Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A). With experience at top firms like DLA Piper and Fenwick & West, she has helped founders, investors, and private businesses navigate every stage of growth—from startup to successful exit. N…

Tainá Baylão

Tainá Baylão

Switzerland

ISSN 2819-733X One of the most exciting opportunities in the modern legal profession is the ability to build a truly borderless career. Legal careers are shaped less by credentials and more by communication, and almost no one teaches that early enough. I want to make that invisible part of the pr…

No episódio de hoje falei com a advogada Taise Azevedo. Neste episódio, falamos sobre a advocacia na Irlanda para brasileiros e ela compartilha os detalhes da qualificação e atuação no país. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taisehazevedo/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCosinYNLdEeU…

In this episode of Studying Law Around the World , host Claudio Klaus speaks with Talita Krenk, an attorney whose career bridges Brazil and the United States. Talita began her legal journey as a prosecutor in Brazil before moving to the U.S., where she earned both an LL.M. and a J.D. in Indiana t…

In this week's episode of Studying Law Around the World, I sat down with Tim Wilbur. Tim is the Global Managing Editor of Key Media, overseeing some of Canada's most respected legal publications, including Canadian Lawyer and Lexpert. As both a trained lawyer and an experienced journalist, he sit…

Tina Seelig

Tina Seelig

United States

In this week's episode of Studying Law Around the World Podcast , I sat down with Dr. Tina Seelig . Dr. Seelig is a neuroscientist, a renowned educator at Stanford University, and the Executive Director of Knight-Hennessy Scholars. As the author of What I Wish I Knew About Luck , she generously s…

This week on Studying Law Around the World, I welcomed back Tom Macintosh Zheng, co-founder of courtready.ca. Tom is a former commercial barrister in Toronto and a qualified solicitor in England and Wales. His current work focuses on building tools to help Canadians navigate the justice system an…

In this episode of Studying Law Around the World , host Claudio Klaus speaks with Tomas Ballarati , an Argentinian and American lawyer licensed in both Argentina and California. Tomas shares his journey from studying law in Córdoba, Argentina, to earning an LL.M. at George Mason University , pass…

Tony Albrecht is a former litigator turned legal marketing strategist, and the founder of CONTENDER, a company that helps lawyers build trust and visibility on LinkedIn through meaningful, well-crafted content. Known as “The Yoda of LinkedIn Lawyering,” Tony draws on his years of experience as a …

Val Myteberi

Val Myteberi

United States

In this episode of Studying Law Around the World , Claudio Klaus sits down with Dean Val Myteberi from Cardozo School of Law to introduce their groundbreaking online LL.M. in General Legal Studies . This program is designed specifically for international lawyers and law students who want to study…

This week on Studying Law Around the World Podcast, we have a very special panel episode featuring three brilliant legal professionals who have successfully navigated the complexities of international practice. I am joined by Viviana Harrington (licensed in Colombia and Missouri, working as in-ho…

ISSN 2819-733X One of the greatest opportunities in the legal profession is the ability to align your personal values with your daily practice. Legal careers are shaped less by credentials and more by communication, and almost no one teaches that early enough. I want to make that invisible part o…

Jay Baykara is the CEO of KSI Law, a firm that operates in the creditor space. He focuses on aligning legal services with the goals of creditors by understanding their needs and delivering outcomes that reflect those priorities. He also explores the use of technologies like machine learning to su…

In this week's episode of Studying Law Around the World, I sat down with Yash Jangid. Yash is an advocate registered with the Bar Council of India, an LLM graduate from Queen Mary University of London, and a passionate voice for the integration of artificial intelligence in arbitration. Having na…

Yi Song

Yi Song

China

On the newest episode of Studying Law Around the World, I had the absolute privilege of sitting down with Yi Song. As a dual-licensed lawyer from China and an incredible educator at Georgetown University Law Center, Yi has spent years analyzing what actually gets international lawyers hired throu…

Toronto lawyer Yonida Koukio works at Oziel Law helping startups from idea to exit. She blends corporate, tech, and IP work with hands-on legal innovation. In this episode, Yonida shares her path from Athens to Toronto, how she carved a hybrid role as a corporate tech lawyer and innovation lead, …

Zacharie Laïk

Zacharie Laïk

France and United States

This week on Studying Law Around the World, I have the absolute pleasure of hosting Zacharie Laïk. Zacharie is a French and US trained lawyer who transitioned from traditional firm practice to become the CEO of Goodlegal and the maintainer of Legal Data Hunter. In this episode, we explore how Zac…

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