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The Latest with Law Simplified
Law Simplified
26 episodes
5 days ago
Law Simplified is a publishing company which simplifies legal updates and principles and delivers them in articles, videos and podcasts. By doing that, we are challenging the status quo, equalising access to legal information and justice and improving the quality of life. Join us every week with a new legal specialist, who will together be exploring some current legal issues, sharing their journey and some valuable advice for students. Website: www.law-simplified.co.uk LinkedIn: Law Simplified Instagram/ Facebook: Law Simplified
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Law Simplified is a publishing company which simplifies legal updates and principles and delivers them in articles, videos and podcasts. By doing that, we are challenging the status quo, equalising access to legal information and justice and improving the quality of life. Join us every week with a new legal specialist, who will together be exploring some current legal issues, sharing their journey and some valuable advice for students. Website: www.law-simplified.co.uk LinkedIn: Law Simplified Instagram/ Facebook: Law Simplified
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Dying without a Will can destroy your family | A brutally honest interview with Ikhlas from WillInherit

We interviewed the Founder at WillInherit, Ikhlas Ahmed, who talked about Wills, Inheritance Tax, and Estate Planning. He was brutally honest about his experiences, having worked in the industry for over a decade. Ikhlas was forthcoming about why we must all have a Will in place, and the dangers of dying without one. Some of the examples he shared during the interview included the following: - Families falling out and ending up in court, costing them hundreds of thousands in legal bills. They ended up walking away with little to nothing. - Children losing both parents, but having no guardians and no one willing to take them in. (You can appoint guardian(s) in the Will). - Hundreds of thousands paid in Inheritance Tax which could’ve easily been avoided. - Children not recovering anything after passing of their father, as their estate was worth less than £322,000. - Muslim couple failed to register their marriage (not legally married as a consequence) resulted in wife recovering ZILCH after husband's passing.

Ikhlas Ahmed told us how he was called by a client who was on his death bed. He remembers how his client’s eyes kept rolling back and he was struggling to breathe. Thankfully he was able to declare his wishes before his last breath. Law Simplified has secured an EXCLUSIVE offer from WillInherit. ‘If you and your partner purchase a basic mirror Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney (x4) package” simply quote *LSM24* to receive an exclusive 15% discount. Offer ends on 15th June 2024 at 12pm. Terms and conditions apply.’ Simply drop us an email on info@law-simplified.co.uk or contact WillInherit on the details below and quote the reference.'

Reach out to WILLINHERIT LTD now for a Will, to save money on Inheritance Tax, and/or for Estate Planning services. Head onto their website (https://willinherit.co.uk) or call them on 07495 424 571. Willinherit can also be reached by email (support@willinherit.co.uk) and on LinkedIn (www.linkedin.com/company/willinherit).


Do also follow Law Simplified on all social media platforms including Tiktok, and reach out to us if you require a lawyer, in any area of law.

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1 year ago
46 minutes 53 seconds

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Millions of pounds recovered by AMK Legal amid large scale financial scandal | Are you affected too?

Scandal after scandal, millions of pounds are being recovered from high street banks and wealth management companies, amid large scale mis-selling. *You could also be entitled to thousands of pounds in refunds.* Head of Financial Mis-selling at AMK Legal, Michael Jordan, joined Law Simplified for a special podcast interview to discuss the scale of these scandals. It will have you shocked! Michael told us about the mis-selling of pensions, investments, and breach of terms by wealth management companies. Most wealth management firms, like St. James’s Place, take an annual management charge or ongoing advice fee from investments each year, in return for financial reviews. In high percentage of cases, this is not happening. AMK Legal have settled thousands of claims for unfair ongoing advice fees, and the sale of risky investments to ordinary consumers. AMK Legal is at the forefront of this niche area of financial mis-selling, and are now preparing to take on other major wealth brands, who have been doing the same for years. Their clients are recovering thousands of pounds ____________ Are you with a wealth management company and affected by the above? Do you believe you have been mis-sold a financial product? 👇 Reach out to AMK Legal now. W: https://www.amklegal.co.uk/ T: 01204 565331 E: enquiries@amklegal.co.uk L: https://www.linkedin.com/company/amk-legal-ltd/ X: twitter.com/amk_legal »»»»»»»»»»»» Subscribe to Law Simplified to watch more videos. Connect with Law Simplified Online: website: www.law-simplified.co.uk Find Law Simplified on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lawsimplified20/ Follow Law Simplified on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LawSimplifiedUK Follow Law Simplified on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawsimplified/channel Follow Law Simplified on LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/company/lawsimplified Follow Law Simplified on TikTok: @lawsimplifieduk


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1 year ago
44 minutes 12 seconds

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Hundreds of thousands of students sue universities over Covid related disruptions with Ryan Dunleavy

Law Simplified was joined by Ryan Dunleavy, Partner at Harcus Parker, and the lawyer representing hundreds of thousands of students who are suing their universities over disruptions caused by covid-19 and teacher strikes. Ryan shared why so many students have decided to take action against their universities, and what they can expect in compensation. He also told us about the status of the proceedings at the moment, and what students can do if they feel they are also eligible for compensation.

***This podcast is also available in video form on our website (law-simplified.co.uk/videos and YouTube****

Do you believe you are owed compensation?

You can sign up for the class action aswell. Simply head onto https://studentgroupclaim.co.uk/ or drop us a contact form, and we can point you in the right direction. 

Do you have a different legal problem and require a lawyer?

Law Simplified has a panel featuring several law firms from across the country. If you require a lawyer, for any legal issue, simply drop us a contact form or email us on lawsimplifieduk1@gmail.com.

Make sure to follow Law Simplified on all social media platforms such as Tiktok, Facebook,Instagram and LinkedIn to never miss out on any legal updates.

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1 year ago
18 minutes 35 seconds

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Inside the mind of a Supreme Court Judge | Special Interview with Lord Neuberger

Faareen Ali of Law Simplified was recently joined by Former Supreme Court Judge and President, Lord Neuberger. In this special interview, Lord Neuberger takes us down memory lane and shares his journey to becoming a barrister, King’s Counsel, a judge in various courts, and fundamentally, the President of Supreme Court and one of the most prominent figures in UK legal system. He shares what happens behind the scenes at Supreme Court, which will have you extremely engrossed. Lord Neuberger made some shocking admissions during the interview, which will have you on the edge of your seats. He addressed the emotional aspects of the job, media scrutiny, the effectiveness of AI in predicting legal decisions, and participated in a quick fire round. »»DO YOU NEED A LAWYER? »» Law Simplified has a panel featuring several law firms from across the country. If you require a lawyer, simply message us on Instagram, email us, or reach out to our Director, Faareen Ali on LinkedIn. (Links are below). We will get you speaking to our trusted friends in law to help you with *ANY* legal issues. Follow & Message us on Instagram: @lawsimplifieduk Email us: lawsimplifieduk1@gmail.com Message Faareen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/faareen-ali-24aa8aab


Please also remember to follow Law Simplified on all the social media platforms including Facebook,  / lawsimplified  , Tiktok, YouTube, and Instagram. ----

This podcast is sponsored by: 1. UMBRELLA LEGAL


Umbrella Legal is a law firm based in Bradford, committed to providing a fresh approach to their clients. They offer professional and legal support in commercial, civil, immigration, wills and probate, and financial mis-selling. The directors and legal professionals of Umbrella Legal boast over 50 years of experience in law and have recovered over 50 million in compensation for their clients.

Connect with Umbrella Legal NOW: Website: https://www.umbrellalegal.co.uk/ Email: info@umbrellalegal.co.uk Telephone: 01274 737 001 ---- 2. ZAKIA KHALID Zakia Khalid is our silver sponsor. She is an independent Solicitor, with over 15 years’ experience specialising in commercial litigation and debt recovery (B2B). She is also a trainer and Earth Angel to businesses, giving practical tools to finance and credit control professionals who want to amplify their credit control process, enhance their debt recovery skills, and equips them with the tools to ensure timely payments and healthy cash flow. Zakia is also the Chair of the Central Region of the Civil Court Users Association (CCUA) and member of the (Chartered Institute of Credit Manager) CICM. ---- Connect with Zakia Khalid NOW: Email: zakia@zakiakhalidlaw.co.uk Website: www.zakiakhalidlaw.co.uk LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zakia-k-bbb31517 ----

3. LEGATECA A trailblazing online platform that's reshaping the legal industry. With a profound commitment to enhancing accessibility, efficiency, and quality in legal services, Umair Zahid and Legateca have set new standards for what clients can expect from their legal representatives. From business law and intellectual property to family law and estate planning, Legateca covers a comprehensive range of legal domains. What sets them apart is their commitment to providing cost-effective solutions without compromising on the quality of service. You can connect with experienced lawyers through the platform, ensuring that your legal concerns are addressed promptly and professionally. Connect with Legateca NOW: Website: https://legateca.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Legateca Twitter: https://twitter.com/Legateca LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/legateca Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Legateca #supremecourt #judge #lordneuberger #presidentofsupremecourt #barrister #commercial #podcast #specialpodcast #viral


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1 year ago
1 hour 9 minutes 46 seconds

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Criminal Barrister, Zayd Ahmed, shares his encounters with dangerous criminals

Zayd Ahmed is a criminal and extradition barrister who represents both children and adults charged with a full range of criminal offences. He has represented a variety of individuals in more than 200 trials. He is also a dual qualified duty solicitor and has a detailed understanding of the police interview process. Zayd is the Chair of the Young Criminal Bar Association and an elected member of the The Bar Council of England and Wales. He campaigns for people from ethnic minority groups to join the Bar. Zayd joined us to share some of his most interesting cases and to simplify some law around the use of mobile phone evidence, and our rights when the police ask us to hand in our phones together with the pin. He shared tons and tons of guidance. This podcast is proudly sponsored by Tank Jowett Solicitors.

Tank Jowett Solicitors is a national, high profile criminal defence law firm, based in the heart of Central London. The firm was originally established in 2000 and has grown significantly. They have dealt with hundreds and hundreds of criminal cases, including murders, manslaughters, serious sexual offences, high-value frauds, terrorism, and many more. They have recently acted in some of the country's most high-profile cases. The lawyers at Tank Jowett Solicitors have a wealth of experience and pride themselves for providing exceptional client care. Make sure to engage with Tank Jowett Solicitors if you want the best from the criminal sector by your side. Head onto their website, or reach out to them by emailing them on info@tankjowett.com or call them on 0208 969 7033.

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2 years ago
49 minutes 41 seconds

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Businesswoman and TV Lawyer, Ayesha Nayyar, shares her journey to success

Ayesha Nayyar joined Law Simplified recently to talk about her journey to law, and TV, and to establishing her law firm, Nayyars Solicitors. During the interview, she shared some of her most memorable and shocking cases, having practised as a solicitor for 25 years. Ayesha also told us about her experiences whilst recording ‘Crime, are we tough enough?’ with ex-villains and prison officers, and ‘Rip off Britain’ with BBC where she gave advice to public members. She currently appears on BBC News Morning Live, Steph’s Packed Lunch on Channel 4, and many others as an expert lawyer. She also took part in a quick-fire round and shared some beneficial advice for aspiring lawyers and professionals.

This podcast is proudly sponsored by The Therapy Company. They have a team of Consultant Psychiatric and Psychotherapy team providing professional mental health diagnosis and treatment to individuals aged 10 and above. They also provide confidential telephone and online therapy services via video links. The Therapy Company treat a huge number of mental health and psychiatric conditions for example, psychosis, personality disorders, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, phobias, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and many more.


*Law firms & Lawyers: The Therapy Company provide medico legal reports containing expert opinion on medical issues, which are used in legal proceedings, such as personal injury claims, medical malpractice cases, and workers’ compensation disputes. Partner up with them now to engage their consultants or to get a medico legal reports! Follow Ayesha, The Therapy Company, and Law Simplified on all social media platforms. Head onto their website (https://thetherapycompany.co.uk/) to learn about their services.

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2 years ago
50 minutes 56 seconds

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Real crime stories with Craig Mackenzie, Head of High Profile & Private Crime Division, and Partner at Forbes Solicitors

Law Simplified was recently joined by Solicitor- Advocate, Head of High Profile and Private Crime, and Partner at Forbes Solicitors, Craig Mackenzie. Craig has been practising as a lawyer for almost three decades and specialises in criminal defence, business crime, and regulatory law. His clients have included doctors, dentists, teachers, solicitors, senior police officers, clergy, premier league footballers, celebrities, politicians, and company directors. Craig has acted in many high-profile cases which have been featured in the press. He joined Law Simplified to share his journey to law, talk about his favourite case which will have you in fits of laughter, and share his thoughts on the Cashman case. Thomas Cashman was imprisoned for 42 years after murdering a nine-year-old, who accidently came in the firing line when Cashman was shooting at a previously convicted drug dealer, Joseph Nee. Do make sure to follow Law Simplified on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Remember, if you need a lawyer, we can help! We have a panel of law firms specialising in all legal areas. Simply send us a contact form on law-simplified.co.uk/make-legal-enquiry and we will be sure to get you speaking to someone.

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2 years ago
41 minutes 46 seconds

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The truth about UK's FAILING Immigration system and the Illegal Migration Bill with human rights lawyer, Qays Sediqi


Law Simplified was recently joined by Former Refugee turned lawyer, Qays Sediqi. He is the Head of Public law at Barnes Harrild & Dyer Solicitors (BHD) and a profound lawyer. During the interview, he was very open about his experiences as a refugee in Holland, before he, his siblings, and his mother moved to the UK. Qays personal experiences in his earlier life inspired him to become a lawyer. Today he helps many refugees who are navigating the asylum system. Qays told us the truth about UK's 'failing' immigration system and the Illegal Migration Bill, which is currently making its way through Parliament. Qays shared his deep concern about the bill as he says it seeks to antagonise and ostracise refugees, who have had to flee their countries to save their lives. He talked us through the implications of the bill for refugees, and why they breach Human Rights laws and International laws. Do make sure to follow Law Simplified on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Remember, if you need a lawyer, we can help! We have a panel of law firms specialising in all legal areas. Simply send us a contact form on law-simplified.co.uk/make-legal-enquiry and we will be sure to get you speaking to someone.

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2 years ago
46 minutes 40 seconds

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UK's new divorce laws, religious marriages, and more, with Sarah Khan- Bashir MBE
An extremely experienced family law solicitor and Founder at SKB Law Firm, Sarah Khan - Bashir MBE, joined us to discuss the dangers of failing to register religious marriages in England and Wales, the changes that she has seen following the divorce law reforms, and more. Sarah shared her journey to becoming a solicitor, which involved taking a lot of initiative. She told us how this changed her life. A valuable lesson for students and professionals. Sarah is a recipient of the Eleanor Roosevelt Award for Law. She was awarded an MBE in the 2014 Queen’s Birthday Honours List, recognising her work with Mosaic, a Prince’s Trust educational charity. She also won the Lawyer of the Year Award (2022). In 2019, Sarah established her law firm called SKB Law in 2019, which specialises in all areas of family law – from divorce, children and financial matters to adjacent matters such as estate planning and immigration. A super engaging podcast, so grab a cuppa and tune in! Do make sure to follow Law Simplified on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Remember, if you need a lawyer, we can help! We have a panel of law firms specialising in all legal areas. Simply send us a contact form on law-simplified.co.uk/make-legal-enquiry and we will be sure to get you speaking to someone.
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2 years ago
43 minutes 1 second

The Latest with Law Simplified
From Law to Quiz-shows: The story behind the making of Shaun Wallace
Law Simplified is joined by the quiz-show legend and senior criminal law barrister, Shaun Wallace, for a special interview. He is the Mastermind Champion (2004), and the first ever chaser on the popular show, The Chase, on ITV. Shaun is a highly respected barrister at Great James St Chambers.   Shaun left no leaf unturned in this interview as he delved into his journey, his struggles, and his moments of victory in his professional career and in showbiz. He was extremely open about how he failed his exams and thought he’d never make it as a barrister. However, he persisted and refused to give up. He has been at the Bar for over 35 years and is regularly instructed in serious criminal cases such as murder, manslaughter, money laundering, and many others.   Our host, Faareen Ali, took him down memory lane and asked him about the TV shows he featured on. Shaun shared why he wanted the world to know about the hardships he went through. His autobiography, Chasing the dream, is available to purchase. It is a story of hope, grit, perseverance, and victory. A fantastic book that can leave a huge impact on you, as it has for us. This podcast is proudly sponsored by Great James Street Chambers.  Shaun belongs to Great James Street Chambers, a set of barristers’ Chambers renowned for expertise in criminal, extradition, immigration, family, civil and human rights law. They have over 40 barristers and work nationally and internationally in publicly funded and private cases. They have a reputation for excellence, founded on the strength of its individual members. Great James Street prides itself as a leader in niche areas of law such as extradition, pre and post charge advice, sports law and the challenging of warrants. They work with some of the leading law firms and have experience in handling high profile cases.   For any legal enquiries, please contact the Clerking team at clerks@greatjames.co.uk or on 0207 440 4949. Do check out their website and follow them on Linkedin, Twitter, and Facebook. Buy Shaun Wallace's Autobiography, Chasing the dream, now from all major bookstores or Amazon. Do also make sure to follow Law Simplified and Shaun Wallace on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Remember, if you need a lawyer, we can help! We have a panel of law firms specialising in all legal areas. Simply send us a contact form and we will be sure to get you speaking to someone.
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2 years ago
43 minutes 29 seconds

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A sit-down with the first Asian, first Muslim, and seventh female President of The Law Society
Law Simplified sat with the first Asian, first Muslim, and the Seventh female President of The Law Society of England and Wales, Lubna Shuja. On 12 October 2022, Lubna made history by being appointed as The President, and demonstrated to the world that the legal profession is diversifying in the UK. Lubna qualified as a solicitor in 1992 and went onto work in a High Street Law Firm for 14 years, before setting up her own firm, Legal Swan Solicitors in Birmingham, in 2007. She specialises in professional discipline and regulation. Lubna has been a part of the Law Society since 2013, representing the interests of solicitors.  During our interview, she spoke about her journey to becoming a solicitor and the President, what her role involves, and told us about some of her key aims whilst in the office. This is not one to be missed.  This podcast is proudly sponsored by Dictalogic. If you work in the legal, medical, or financial industry and spend a lot of time typing, and can benefit from a powerful dictation system, then Dictalogic is for you. Dictalogic uses advanced Microsoft AI speech technology to automatically transcribe the audio before it reaches the transcriber, vastly minimising the turnaround times. With built in legal and medical dictionaries, the conversion of legal and medical terms is astonishingly accurate. Dictalogic, like Netflix, requires no installation and is accessible via the cloud from any global location. Simply login and dictate on the go. It allows multi speaker recordings to be transcribed into a formatted script. This is ideal for court room hearings, interviews, and meetings. Just upload your recordings and you will receive a script style transcript with the speakers, date, and time, clearly marked. Dictalogic has the most advanced and most powerful Dictation solution on the market. Why not see it for yourself? For a free trial and demo simply visit their website or reach out to them on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and twitter. Do also make sure to follow Law Simplified on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Remember, if you need a lawyer, we can help! We have a panel of law firms specialising in all legal areas. Simply send us a contact form and we will be sure to get you speaking to someone. 
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2 years ago
35 minutes 37 seconds

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Murder, terrorism and more with leading criminal barrister and Kings' Counsel, Gul Nawaz Hussain KC
Law Simplified was recently joined by Gul Nawaz Hussain KC, UK's leading criminal barrister,  King's Counsel, and Head of Chambers at the new Sheffield annex of 33 Bedford Row Chambers (33BR) and all their northern annexes. He is also the Deputy Head of their London set.   He was born to a steelworker and trade unionist in Tinsley, Sheffield, and has spent his life there. During the interview, Gul Nawaz was extremely forthcoming about his extremely humble beginnings.  He shared how at the age of 10, he and his sister queued up outside Leopold Hotel in Sheffield, opposite the building that houses the new offices of 33BR Chambers, for free clothing when his father was on strike and money was tight. Many years later, he found himself in Leopold Hotel sitting next to a Court of Appeal Judge, Lord Justice Males, for dinner.  Gul Nawaz also shared some of his extremely interesting cases and told us about the new Sheffield annex of 33BR Chambers, based  in the Steel City House Building. He sends an open invitation  to all solicitors, either based in the region or those who happen to be passing through,  to drop in for a cuppa tea. He also told us about his infamous hair routine as he was recently shortlisted for an award for having the best hair at the Bar.   This Podcast is sponsored by 33BR Chambers, a leading common law set offering legal advice and advocacy in Civil, Criminal, Family, Immigration and Regulatory law at all levels including work with an international element. They  have over 80 barristers  including distinguished silks with experience at all levels up to and including the Court of Appeal and Supreme Court.   Head onto their website at www.33bedfordrow.co.uk and reach out to their clerks if you require any legal representation. Follow 33BR Chambers on LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter and Facebook. Do also follow Gul Nawaz Hussain KC on LinkedIn, Instagram and check out his profile on the 33BR Chamber's website. Podcast hosted by Faareen Ali.
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2 years ago
41 minutes 16 seconds

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Common mistakes businesses MUST AVOID with Kush Birdi, a commercial and corporate law solicitor

Law Simplified was recently joined by Kush Birdi, a commercial and corporate law solicitor, Managing Partner at Birdi & Co Solicitors, a new dad, and a Formula 1 super fan.   He shared his journey to becoming a solicitor and launching a thriving law firm which is making great strides in business. Birdi & Co recently opened its doors in a prominent location in Central London, more precisely, near Liverpool St, and welcomed a new Partner, Leena Birdi. She is a highly-experienced corporate and commercial solicitor.

 Kush shared some common mistakes made by businesses that can have a significant impact in the long-term. He shared how and why ALL businesses must prevent them. If you are a business, watch this podcast NOW to protect your business.  Kush also delved into the types of work his firm has been dealing with, and some thoughts on what businesses should do to prepare for the uncertain economic times ahead. He was faced with a quick fire-round and  imparted super helpful tips for aspiring solicitors, professionals, and wider public.   Podcast hosted by Faareen Ali

This podcast is sponsored by Birdi & Co Solicitors. Birdi & Co Solicitors is an ambitious law firm offering a range of business law services, and solely works with small and medium-sized enterprises, larger corporates, and high net worth individuals.  They specialise in corporate law, commercial law, commercial property, employment, and banking & finance.  This law firm is one to watch as it is fast establishing itself as the ‘go-to’ law firm in London, Essex, other Home Counties and further afield for business law services.  

Kush and the firm have received overwhelmingly positive feedback about their service levels, and are seen as a ‘law firm of the future’; not just focused on profits but client goals.  At Birdi & Co Solicitors, clients’ interests are above all. These beliefs have shaped the ethos and culture of the firm, hence the tagline ‘A Client-Centred Law Firm’.  Head onto their website at www.birdilaw.com and complete a contact form or give them a call on 020 3963 1936 now if you require legal assistance in their practice areas. Do also make sure to follow them on Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok (@birdi&cosolicitors)

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3 years ago
35 minutes 48 seconds

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The failing Criminal Justice System with Jo Sidhu KC

Law Simplified was recently joined by Jo Sidhu KC, the Former Chairman of the Criminal Bar Association, leading King's Counsel, and a highly respected criminal practitioner. He has a number of accolades under his belt. He was recently voted as one of top 101 most influential Asians in the UK and winner of the Asian Professional of the Year (2016). Jo shared his journey to the Bar and spoke at length about the strike action. He told us why he wanted to be the man that took up the fight against the government in a bid to save the failing criminal justice system, and what progress has been made since. We also wanted you to acquaint yourself with Jo, outside of his role as a barrister. He shared his favourite hobbies and activities and his most shocking case or moment in court. 

This podcast is sponsored by Whiterose Blackmans Solicitors LLP, a highly respected firm of solicitors based in Leeds, specialising in civil litigation, commercial litigation, criminal law, family law, housing disrepair, immigration law, landlord and tenant, personal injury, and wills and probate. The firm employs specialist solicitors and barristers in all their practice areas. They represent clients across England and Wales and have been nationally recognised for their achievements on numerous occasions. They are independently audited every year and are Lexcel Accredited for Excellence in Legal Practice Management and Client Care. 

If you require any legal assistance in their specialist areas, head onto their website (www.whiteroseblackmans.co.uk) and do give them a follow on Twitter and Facebook. Podcast Hosted by Faareen Ali. Remember to follow Law Simplified on all social media platforms.

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3 years ago
1 hour 5 minutes 37 seconds

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Barrister Ahmed Muen sets the record straight about practising at the Criminal Bar
Crime and Regulatory law Barrister, Ahmed Muen, of Drystone Chambers joined Law Simplified recently to set the record straight about practising at the Criminal Bar. He revealed how the justice system is struggling due to a lack of funding, which has resulted in a shortage of Judges and Barristers, significant backlog of cases and hearings being adjourned and/or relisted at the last minute.  Ahmed also enlightened us with his humour by sharing his funniest moments in court and did not hold back to ensure aspiring barristers know the truth about the difficulties of running a successful criminal practice amid public funding cuts. However, he tells us that things do get better over time and that he would never leave the Criminal Bar. Ahmed is also the Founder and President of the Arab Lawyers Association (ALA), which was formed to promote, and develop the legal profession among the Arab community within the UK. Ahmed expressed how he wants the Association to assist aspiring barristers and solicitors by presenting them with valuable networking opportunities. ALA is hosting its 5th Arab Lawyers Forum on 9th -10th May 2022 in London, where hundreds of lawyers from around the world will come together, including partners from major UAE law firms. The event is sponsored by big names such as Al Tamimi, Mahmood Hussain Law firm, Deloitte, Mishcon de Reya and Sultan Al- Abdulla & Partners, to name some. Head onto www.arablawyersforum.com to reserve your ticket now for absolutely free.  Connect with Ahmed Muen on LinkedIn and follow ALA to make sure you don't miss out on future events. Podcast hosted by Sara El Kaysi. Also, make sure to check out our special tiktok with Ahmed(@lawSimplifieduk). DISCLAIMER: Podcast recorded before the strike action by Criminal Barristers.
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3 years ago
40 minutes 32 seconds

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Ruth Reid, a criminal law barrister and founder at Cake & Counsel, sits down with us.
Sara sits down with criminal law barrister Ruth Reid from 3 Temple Gardens Chambers and the founder of the peer-based networking society Cake and Counsel, an NGO providing support for aspiring lawyers. Ruth is a criminal barrister with experience of both prosecuting and defending. In this episode she shared some of the main differences between prosecuting and defending in the criminal courts, in England and Wales. She discussed her previous and current roles with the Serious Fraud Office. Ruth also told us about her dream job as a child, which is so far apart from her career in law. As part of our fun quick fire round, she shared which celebrity she would wish to meet. Find out about Ruth’s hidden talents as well as her choice of superpower on TikTok! Make sure you check it out right now.
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4 years ago
23 minutes 22 seconds

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The journey to creating UK's first plant-based barrister wig, with Samuel March
Sara El Kaysi sits down with UK’s first vegan wig inventor, Samuel March. Samuel is also a pupil barrister at 5 Paper Buildings, specialising in criminal, social, environmental and animal justice law. He is also a volunteer at Advocates for Animals. Samuel shares how he created the first vegan barrister wig using hemp. Ironically, hemp is the same species of plant as cannabis. Samuel shared a snapshot of his journey to the Bar and says that he intends on creating vegan alternatives for other court attire in the near future! Get in touch with Samuel for your very own vegan wig.
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4 years ago
37 minutes 37 seconds

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Everything you need to know about UK Hotel Quarantine and Exemptions with Muhammad Zahab Jamali
Faareen is joined by Muhammad Zahab Jamali, Partner and Head of Immigration at Ashton Ross Law and Barrister at Imperium Chambers to talk about UK hotel quarantine and how to apply for an exemption, in the event of medical or compassionate reasons, upon returning from a red list country. In this special episode, he tells us what the quarantine involves, talks about the conditions at these hotels, and the process of making an application for an exemption. He also talks us through some of his recent cases, where he represented parties applying for an exemption, some of which ended up in the High Court, the outcome in those cases, and the general approach taken by the government/court.  Zahab also touched on the progress of the widely publicised case where a muslim family was served bacon for breakfast and gave advice for people returning to the UK in these current circumstances.  For the government guidance on applying for an exemption, please click here.
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4 years ago
34 minutes 8 seconds

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Jaime Hamilton QC: A Top Criminal Law Barrister sits down with Sara El Kaysi

Sara El Kaysi is joined by a top criminal law barrister, Jaime Hamilton QC, for another episode of 'The Latest with Law Simplified'. Jaime is a Queen's Counsel, a Deputy Head of Chambers at 9 St. John Street Chambers, Manchester and an accredited advocacy trainer with over 20 years of experience in criminal law. He is known for his constant blogging about the UK’s Criminal Justice System through his active presence on Twitter. (@ViewFromTheNorth).

In this episode, Jaime simplifies the new Police, Crime and Sentencing 2021 Bill and the implications of it. He also talks about Encrochat, what it is and the admissibility of the messages in criminal proceedings.  For more information about Encrochat, check out a recent article which we published at www.law-simplified.co.uk.

When asked, Jaime confirmed having dressed up as Batman and in the traditional QC outfit for a party and gave us a glimpse of the most bizarre case which he prosecuted, live now on Tiktok!! (@lawsimplifieduk). He also shared some really valuable tips for aspiring barristers wanting to enter the legal profession.

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4 years ago
27 minutes 35 seconds

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Sara sits down with Adam Wagner

Sara El Kaysi sits with the Human Rights barrister Adam Wagner from Doughty Chambers who joined us to discuss some recent legal developments.

Adam has been regularly appearing on national television, with his recent appearances including Good Morning Britain and Sky News.  In this episode with Law Simplified, he was quizzed by Sara El Kaysi about his journey to the Bar, the implications of the Supreme Court judgment in the Shamima Begum case, and the covid-19 regulations.

Adam Wagner is well known for his thorough research into the covid-19 regulations as he has been reported to keep an account of all the changes in the law since their introduction. He also did a Tiktok special by explaining the 3 major misunderstandings among the public about the restrictions! Find out what we’ve all been getting wrong by heading onto our Tiktok RIGHT NOW at @lawsimplifieduk.

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4 years ago
22 minutes 15 seconds

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Law Simplified is a publishing company which simplifies legal updates and principles and delivers them in articles, videos and podcasts. By doing that, we are challenging the status quo, equalising access to legal information and justice and improving the quality of life. Join us every week with a new legal specialist, who will together be exploring some current legal issues, sharing their journey and some valuable advice for students. Website: www.law-simplified.co.uk LinkedIn: Law Simplified Instagram/ Facebook: Law Simplified