Introducing the Global Litigation Powerhouse & One of America's Most Influential Lawyers: Ready for 2023????

Imagine founding a firm that’s branded a ‘global litigation powerhouse’ by none other than?The Wall Street Journal, as well as being the 2nd most profitable law firm in the world…

This week, we kicked off 2023 with a real BANG on the Legally Speaking Podcast ?? . I had the immense honour and opportunity to chat with ”legendary first-chair litigator”?John B. Quinn!

John is extremely well-known in his field and has been named a ‘legal titan’ and ‘known litigation genius’ in the industry. John founded?Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan LLP, the largest law firm in the world devoted solely to business litigation and arbitration, and is regarded as one of the top trial lawyers in the world too.

John is ranked Band 1 by Chambers USA for General Commercial and Trial Litigation in California and Nationwide. John’s history reaches as far as having served as the General Counsel to the?Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences?for 33 years, establishing copyright protection over the world-famous ‘Oscar’ statuette. Aside from his super busy career, In 2016, John opened the?Museum of Broken Relationships?and is the co-owner of?Q SUSHI, the only omakase Michelin-starred sushi restaurant in Los Angeles.?

In this episode, John & I chatted about:?

???How to grow a law firm on a worldwide scale

?? Why lawyers should have a choice to work remotely or in the office

?? The roles and responsibilities of a General Counsel to the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences

?? Managing pressure as "one of the nation's most fearless litigators"

?? Developments in American law with regard to NFTs and cryptocurrency

?? Managing work-life balance

???Where can I listen to this episode????

The podcast is available to listen to on the?Legally Speaking Podcast website and all major platforms?(Spotify,?Apple?etc.)

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Season 6 of the Legally Speaking Podcast is powered by?Clio, a legal case management software?that works in partnership with?The Law Society?of England and Wales and is an?approved supplier of the?Law Society?of Scotland.

Weekly Alumni Guests Shoutouts

1) Shay ?? Rowbottom - CEO of Shay Rowbottom Marketing

Congratulations to Shay on for her: Creating Your First Marketing Videos on LinkedIn Nano Tips with Shay Rowbottom

Shay is a digital marketing coach, agency owner, and speaker. She helps companies and individuals increase their social media presence by teaching them to create engaging, shareable, high-quality content that attracts followers and leads. Shay creates custom plans to help each person or organization reach their goals and grow their followings, and helps them optimize their LinkedIn pages to generate more inbound leads and increased revenue for their business.

During Shay' time on the Legally Speaking Podcast she delivered a truly inspiring episode and this is a must listen to as Shay has amassed millions & millions of video views with her own and clients LinkedIn content.

???You can listen to Shay's?"LinkedInpreneur"?episode?HERE??

2) Mitch Jackson 2013 CA Trial Lawyer of the Year & Co-Founder of ManeuVR

Mitch and his son Garrett Jackson, co-authored a new book, "The Web3, Metaverse and AI Handbook." Within the first 24 hours of release they hit #1 in “New Releases in Computers & Technology Teaching & Reference” on Amazon. Kindle!

You can order your copy HERE

During Mitch's time on the Legally Speaking Podcast?we discussed:

?? His story, from growing up in an Arizona ranch to becoming a top trial lawyer in California

?? How outdated legal marketing courses led him to embrace the internet and social media for his personal brand & practice?

?? His digital marketing advice and the long-term efficiency gains for the global legal industry?

???You can listen to Mitch's?"Trial Lawyer and Digital Marketing Expert"?episode?HERE??

3)?Sarah OUIS?- Founder of?Law But How?

Shout out to Sarah for being listed in the top 10 things in-house blog by Sterling Miller as someone to follow on LinkedIn!

During Sarah's time on the Legally Speaking Podcast?we discussed:

?? Her experiences in her previous work as an in-house legal counsel

?? How she founded the company ‘Law but How?’

?? What to expect when starting up your own company

?? Creating legal blogging content on social media

?? Her career shift to doing legal tech & legal design

???You can listen to Sarah's?"What is Legal Design?"?episode?HERE??

In Other News

On Friday 13th at 4pm UK time I will be collaborating with LinkedIn powerhouse and expert in career success,?Sweta Regmi, CCS, CRS?to deliver the ultimate guide to acing interviews.

Here are some of Sweta's highlights ??

? Top 25 Careers Expert

? Published Author &?Amazon?Best Seller

? Moved countries & cities, reinvented job search

? Had 9 promotions within 12 years

? 10+ years of Hiring experience at the top companies

? Laid off & bounced back in a new city

? Experience from Non-Profit Employment Services

Together we will be sharing tips on a range of points including but definitely not limited to how to:

1. Research companies and roles ahead of time

2. Prepare stories that highlight strengths & answers to common questions

3. Be positive & show enthusiasm

4. Read body language, create great first impressions & build rapport

5. Deal with nerves and remain confident during challenging questions

6. Stay organised and focused when answering questions

7. Keep informed on new trends and find out what skills employers truly want

8. Highlight transferable & showcase soft skills

9. Ask relevant questions during and after the interview

10. Network & follow up after the interview

Maybe you are looking to make a progressive move in your current industry or perhaps you want to pivot into Web3, AI or Emerging Tech roles but don't know where to start...

?? Whatever your situation don't miss getting your front-row seat for our?LinkedIn for Creators?Live Audio event to learn valuable tips that will help you land your dream job in the New Year!

Register for free HERE

Interested in being a barrister but don’t know what it’s like?

NRG Lawyers?has you covered!

On Thursday 12th January 2023,?18:30 – 19:30 GMT NRG Lawyers are proud to be collaborating with?Garden Court Chambers?to share a day in the life of a barrister! In this exclusive Q&A, we will be joined by Danielle Manson , Barrister at Garden Court Chambers, and Judy Khan KC who will share their journeys as junior and senior barristers at the chambers.

Prepared to be inspired, informed and empowered! Have a read of a snippet of the speakers journeys:

Judy Khan KC?is a senior barrister at Garden Court Chambers. She is a criminal silk and her practice crosses a spectrum of serious crime. She is predominantly briefed in murder cases, often involving gang-related killings committed by young defendants. She also specialises in cases involving serious sexual allegations.

Danielle Manson?is a junior barrister at Garden Court Chamber. She joined Garden Court Chambers in 2020 and represents defendants in all areas of criminal law and associated work. She has particular expertise in representing children and young people and is known for being extremely personable as well as technically and strategically astute.

Register for free HERE

Head of Corporate?- Human Law Firm - 6+ PQE (London/Flexible)

Senior Media Litigation Associate?- Leading UK Law Firm - 5+ PQE (London)

Senior Corporate Associate?- Disruptive Human First Law Firm - 6+ PQE (Remote/Anywhere)

Shipping Litigation Associate?- Top UK Law Firm - 1 - 5 PQE (London)

Financial Regulation & Crypto Lawyer?- Top UK Law Firm - 2+ PQE (London)

Corporate Restructuring Associate?- Top US Law Firm - 1+ PQE (London)

Commercial & Tech Associate?- Top 15 UK Law Firm - 4+ PQE (Dubai or San Francisco)

Banking & Finance Associate?- Silver Circle Law Firm - 2 - 5 PQE (London)

Intellectual Property (Patent Litigation) Associate?- Top 15 UK Law Firm - 2 - 7 PQE (London)

Pensions Solicitor?- Top 10 UK Law Firm - 1 - 4 PQE (London)

Employment Associate?- UK Law Firm - 1 - 4 PQE (Thames Valley)

Mining and Energy Transition Lawyer?- Top 10 UK Law Firm - 3 - 7 PQE (London)

Contentious Insurance and Financial Services Lawyer?- Top 10 UK Law Firm - 1 - 7 PQE (London)

Insolvency Associate?- Top 15 UK Law Firm - 1 - 4 PQE (London)

Civil Litigation & Financial Crime Associate?- Emerging US Firm - 1 - 4 PQE (London)

Competition Associate?- Leading UK Firm - 2 - 5 PQE (London)

Energy Projects & Infrastructure Associate?- Top Tier Energy Boutique Firm - 1 - 4 PQE (London)

International Arbitration Associate?- Top Arbitration Firm - 2 - 5 PQE (London)

Cyber Security Associate?- Top 15 UK International Firm - 2 - 7 PQE (London)

Leveraged Finance Associate?- White Shoe Law Firm?- 2 - 7?PQE (London)

Corporate Associate?- US Law Firm - 2 - 6 PQE (London)

Private Equity Associate?- Top US Law Firm?- 2 - 6 PQE (London)

Capital Markets Associate?- Top US Law Firm?- 2 - 4??PQE (London)

Fund Finance Associate?- Top US Law Firm?- 2 - 6 PQE (London)

Investment Funds Associate?- Top US Law Firm?- 1 - 4 PQE (London)

Litigation & Arbitration Associate?- Silver Circle Law Firm?- 2+ PQE (London)

IP/IT/Commercial and Data Protection Associate?- Top US Law Firm?- 4 - 5 PQE (London)

Real Estate Associate?- Top 10 UK International Law Firm?- 0-4?PQE (London)

If you cannot see a job suitable for you, but are interested to hear about more jobs at KC Partners, please send your CV to?[email protected]?to be considered.

At?KC Partners, we are committed to promoting diversity and equality of opportunities across organisations and we welcome applications from suitable candidates regardless of race or racial group, religion or belief, age, disability, sexual orientation, sex, gender re-assignment and gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy, maternity and paternity.

KC Partners has also released it's 2023 salary survey for law firms in London:

For more salary information click HERE

For now, folks...OTTO wishing you a Happy, Healthy & Prosperous New Year & OUT :)

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