Studying Law Around the World
A podcast with more than 60 hours of conversations with lawyers, professors, and students from over 20 countries. Each episode shows how people study law, build careers across borders, handle setbacks, and find purpose in their work. You will hear clear advice, practical tips, and global insights from different legal systems and top schools. A useful guide for anyone interested in law school experiences, law career advice, legal industry insights, and the views of legal scholars. Selected episodes accredited by the Law Society of Ontario and the Law Society of British Columbia.
Episodes
Firm Realities, Authentic Networking, and Sustainable Careers with Murray Gottheil
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 law firm economics and the vital importance of building genuine human connections.What you will lea
AI Governance, Privacy Placebos, and the Global Legal Career with Tainá Baylão
ISSN 2819-733XOne 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 profession visible today.This week on Studying Law Around the World, I had the absolute pleasure of hosting
From Risk Minimization to Value Creation: The Human-Centric Legal Leader with Jonathan Cullen
ISSN 2819-733XOne 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 communicate and adapt. I want to make the invisible rules of that transition visible today.What mistake do junior l
From Big Law to Juice Bars to General Counsel: Embracing the Builder Mindset with Heather Stevenson
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 Counsel at Red Cell Partners. She generously shared how letting go of the traditional "lawyer mask&
Law Firm Realities, The Generational Gap, and Building a Portable Reputation with Susan Van Dyke
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 visible today.On the newest episode of Studying Law Around the World, I sat down with Susan Van Dyke. With n
Human Rights Advocacy, International Law, and Finding Your Calling with Wissam al-Saliby
ISSN 2819-733XOne 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 of the profession visible today.What mistake do junior lawyers make when planning their careers? They assu
Open Source Law, Omni Jurisdictional AI, and AI Agents with Zacharie Laïk
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 Zacharie built an autonomous AI agent that is currently indexing millions of legal documents across the glo
Troubled Project Rescue, High Stakes Negotiation, and the Value of Being Wrong with Rob Pattison
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 shares the invisible mechanics of fixing broken contracts and resolving complex claims.What you will l
The Diversity Principle, The Marketplace of Ideas, and the "Brandeis Brief" with Professor David Oppenheimer
ISSN 2819-733XThis 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 Comparative Equality and Anti-Discrimination Law.In this episode, we discuss his newest book, The Diversity P
Hidden Loyalties, the Peacock Metaphor, and Why Lawyers Feel Stuck with Lora McInturf
ISSN 2819-733XThis 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 in over 50 countries.In this episode, we dive deep into a psychological barrier that affects countless le
Taking Charge, Introversion, and Career Pivots with Norman Bacal
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 Law Around the World, I have the profound honor of hosting Norman Bacal. From a self-described undisting
Aiming for the Sun: Rebuilding and Reinventing Your Legal Career Across Borders
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-house counsel), Elizabeth Ciesielski Saldana (a corporate attorney from Mexico with a master's in Fra
The Business of AI, Infrastructure, and the T-Shaped Lawyer with Saad Minhas
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 of real estate, energy, and digital infrastructure.As Toronto Tech Week brings founders, investors, and
Career Reinvention, Japanese Business Culture, and the Fractional GC Model with Catherine O'Connell
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 career spanning private practice, in-house counsel roles for multinational giants like Panasonic, and t
Navigating the AI Ecosystem, Ethics, and the Future of Law with Cristiano Therrien
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 years of experience spanning private practice, academia, and the public sector.In this episode, we discuss
Trial Advocacy, Navigating Structural Barriers, and a 40 Year Career in Justice with Kenneth J Kunken
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 Act, he confronted and overcame massive physical and attitudinal barriers to become the first quadriple
Geopolitics, Mediation, and the Legal Frontier: A View from Pakistan with Hasan Mandviwalla
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 Association.This conversation is an outlier for the show. While we usually focus on individual career pa
The Addiction to Speed and the Power of Slowing Down with Lora McInturf
This week on Studying Law Around the World, we tackle one of the most ingrained and unspoken habits in the legal profession: the addiction to speed. I am joined by Lora McInturf, a former international lawyer turned executive coach. Lora has lived and worked across four continents and now supports high performing legal and business professionals in over 55 countries.In this episode, we discuss how
Communication Matters More Than Credentials in Law | Interview on Lawyer Launcher – Behind the Bar with Susan Van Dyke (Crosspost)
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 Ontario, with experience across Brazil, the United States, and Canada. I also host Studying Law Around the Wo
The Power of Community and Identity: Finding Your Place in the Law with Alanis Ortiz Espinosa
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 isolating "limbo" of the Canadian licensing process is a masterclass in resilience and intentio
Escaping the Reactive Trap, AI Agents, and Building Scalable Law Firm Operations with Kenny Alami
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 tedious, repetitive tasks by leveraging the right technology.In this episode, we discuss why so many lawye
Cross-Border M&A, US In-House Roles, and The Visibility Advantage with Lara Merjane
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.Lara's career is a masterclass in strategic transitions. She moved from a robust labor litigation
Navigating AI Citations, Canadian Court Sanctions, and Building a Bulletproof Workflow with Tom Macintosh Zheng
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 and conducting research on access to justice.In this episode, we discuss the rising trend of AI-hallucina
Faith on Wall Street, Compartmentalization, and Authentic Legal Practice with Brett Scharffs
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. He speaks in the show in his personal capacity.Professor Scharffs has a remarkable career spanning from
The Cross-Border M&A Reality and Bridging Cultural Gaps with Casper Lindholm Dam
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 M&A, restructuring, and commercial disputes.Casper's path into law was anything but planned. G
International Arbitration in Germany, Cultural Gaps, and the Work Experience Advantage with Marlene Wette
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, tribunal secretary, and arbitrator in cases spanning from Vancouver to Dubai.In this episode, we discuss how
The Nomad Lawyer Reality and Challenging the Default Path with Ari Mike
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 layoff forced him to reevaluate his career, Ari realized that true leverage for a lawyer is not a fixed sala
Real-Time Resolution, The Keyboard Warrior Mistake, and the Business of Infrastructure Disputes with Sahil Shoor
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 Thunder Bay to an equity partner managing tier-one national projects.Law school trains you to be an advo
The Business of Law, The Art of Saying No and Why Junior Lawyers Burn Out with Darren Smith
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 is shaped less by your credentials and far more by your ability to communicate.We break down the unspo
Flipping the SEO Funnel, Lead Magnets, and the Power of Podcasting with Steven Schneider
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 that the most successful firms do not just attract traffic. They build systems that capture demand. Instead
Strategic Empathy, Cross-Border M&A, and the Venice Startup Scene with Daniele Bartoli
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 just ten days after graduating from the University of Bologna and has since built a formidable practi
Global Risk, Cultural Translation, and the Evolution of Mining Law with Greg McNab
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 mechanical engineer and later worked as an engineering specialist for the provincial police. He
"There is a Paralegal for That": Inside Ontario's Paralegal Profession with John-Paul Rodrigues and Justin D. Rochester
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 and regulates paralegals to provide direct legal services to the public.John-Paul is a lawyer, an award w
Rebuilding Law Firms, Maximum Billable Hours, and Construction Litigation with Faren Bogach
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 before moving to Big Law, where she built a powerhouse construction practice and became an equity partner.
The Visibility Mistake, AI Search, and the Reality of Night Law School with Nick Cohen
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 started running his parents' firm marketing when he was just 12 years old. He eventually built Matador So
Compounding Capability, Learning Infrastructure, and the Architecture of Success with Hana Dhanji
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 Sullivan & Cromwell and Hogan Lovells across New York, London, and Dubai. She later transitioned int
Strategic Execution, Creative Control, and the Art of M&A with Albert Lin
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 the human immune system and cancer at Princess Margaret Hospital. He later pivoted to private equity and the
Elder Law, the ITL Landscape, and the Ecosystem of Law with Rachel A. Sachs
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 profound respect for the elders who shaped her life. Before opening her own firm, she navigated corporate c
Business Strategy, Legal Operations and Career Growth with Bianca Thomas
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 base metals sector, and leading a team of legal operations professionals.We discuss transitioning between
Navigating Cross-Border Mining Deals, Emerging Markets, and Intercultural Communication with Rumyana Davidson
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, Africa, and Central Asia, Rumyana shares the unspoken rules of international market entry and cross-border de
Lunar Heritage, Dark Skies, and Space Diplomacy with Gregory Radisic
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 his career in corporate law and national security, he found his way to the United Nations Office for Oute
Relationships, Strategy, and Accountability with Chandler Lauzon
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 years ago. Today, he leads the business development, marketing, and communications functions at o
Community, Innovation, and Resilience with Patricia Gannon
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 AI.We cover:The "Tom" Test: Why many law students fail the 3-minute elevator pit
Restless Curiosity: Navigating the C-Suite and Forced Change with Bindu Cudjoe
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 like Laurentian Bank, BMO, and Canadian Western Bank, Bindu’s career path has been anything but linear. W
"Always Do Instead of Don't": Navigating International Law & Adaptability with Hasan Mandviwalla
Hasan Mandviwalla spent 11 years in the UK legal system before returning to Pakistan to practice in a jurisdiction where enforcement is a daily challenge. In this episode, I sit down with Hasan (Partner at Mandviwalla & Zafar) to discuss why "adaptability" is the most important skill for a modern lawyer and why longevity is the only real metric of success. He shares his golden rule f
"Law Should Enable Innovation": From Colombia to the EU with Jorge Barona
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 Colombia in 2013, he moved to France, reinvented his career, and carved out a unique niche supporting o
"Lawyer Mind" vs. "Business Mind": Breaking the Cycle of Perfectionism with Gary Mitchell
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 hits around the 5-to-7-year mark. Gary explains his "AND Approach," show
"Win the Talent, Win the Game": The Fractional Revolution with Brett Colvin
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 firm to build a platform that reimagines how legal services are delivered.We discuss why the "Three D&#
From Courtroom to Conference Room: The 4 C's of Mediation with Felicia Harris Hoss
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 actually go to trial and why the smartest lawyers are now prioritizing Early Dispute Resolution
Pivoting from Criminal Law to Canadian Startups with Jumi Odepe
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.We discuss her incredible career pivot from practicing Criminal Law in Nigeria to becoming a
The Headhunter’s Playbook: When to Lateral, When to Stay, and How to Pivot with Lameck Kefela
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 market for 2026, revealing which practice areas are heating up (Infrastructure & M&A) and which
Mexican Corporate Law, M&A, and Foreign Investment with Mónica Mora
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 practice, and how that experience shaped her approach to corporate law, M&A, foreign investment, and
"Career S*icide" or Competitive Advantage? LinkedIn, Agency, and Litigation with Aneka Jiwaji
In this episode of Studying Law Around the World, I sit down with Aneka Jiwaji, a commercial and securities litigator who defied the status quo to build a brand on her own terms. Aneka was literally born into the profession, arriving just one day before her father's constitutional law exam, and she has navigated every corner of the legal market.We trace her journey from national insurance defe
Collaborative Family Law, Solo Practice, and Fee Splitting with Camila Motta
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 "Fee Splitting" arrangements, why she chose the Law Practice Program (LPP) over traditional arti
Big Law, Boutique Firms, and the Art of Becoming an Expert with Dina Brewer
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 large firm can be the ultimate training ground for precision, the reality of the 94% startup failure ra
From Combat to Counsel: Being a Business Enabler with Eugene Matos De Lara
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 explains why lawyers need to stop being roadblocks and start being "business enablers."We discuss
Intellectual Property, Storytelling, and Taking the Long View with Andrew Shaughnessy
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 shaped his career in IP litigation.The conversation explores what it really takes to build a sustainable
Public Service, the Client Experience, and the Path to Practice with Amber Neumann
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, and providing practical guidance in sensitive cases.Listeners will learn how Amber applies wisdom, pat
Privacy, Technology, and Global Data Law with Ana Paula dos Santos
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 cybersecurity and privacy education.This conversation looks at how different legal systems understand pr
Business Judgment, Risk Management, and The "Office of Yes" with Ruben Camacho
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 in sales and his family’s business to managing complex commercial transactions in the fast-paced
Building an International Corporate Law Career with Priscilla Bonsu
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 system, building strong teamwork habits, and finding mentors who shaped her career path.Priscilla also e
Startups, Strategy, and Legal Innovation with Yonida Koukio
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, and what founders really need from counsel beyond templates. We talk about fixed fees, productized serv
Breaking In, Leveling Up, and In-House Wins with Billy Rusteen
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 make your first 90 days as an in-house counsel count.We discuss in-house legal strategy, career pivots, t
Networking, Niches, and US Opportunities with Carlos Romero
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 experience in the United States. He shares his story from Mexico to UChicago, the process of joining Whit
Deals, Discipline, and Direction with Peter Saad
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 how the capital markets freeze shaped his approach to execution, why soft skills determine client trust
Focus, Facts & Factums with Gabriel Latner
Appellate Litigation, Motion Practice, Legal Writing that WinsIn 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 how procedure shapes strategyHow to simplify complex facts: causation chains, narrative clarity, and cutting
Craft, Clarity, and Career with Rebecca Lockwood
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 from articling under Barbara Jackman and appearing before the Supreme Court of Canada, to building her own r
Cross-Border Law and Global Practice with Tomas Ballarati
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, passing the California Bar Exam, and building a unique cross-border legal practice.We discuss:How to practice l
Strategy, Specialization, and Scaling with Emil Abedian
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 run their firms like businesses.We discuss:How Emil built Council CPAs and why he chose to specialize
Immigration, Identity, and Opportunity with Talitha Krenk
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 to qualify as a lawyer again. Today she works as Immigration Counsel and Manager at a multinational compa
Building Your Legal Brand with Sunny Kim
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 Davis Polk, advising startups at Gunderson Dettmer, and working in-house at Pathway Capital. Despite her succe
Global Pathways in Legal Education with Adriana Aguena
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 LLM in U.S. Law and Policy and what it means for global legal education. Adriana shares:Why online progr
Access, Innovation, and Resilience with Tom Macintosh Zheng
In this episode of Studying Law Around the World, I speak with Tom Macintosh Zheng, former commercial litigator and co-founder of Courtready.ca. Tom shares his journey from studying at King’s College London, to training as a solicitor in England, to working as a litigator in Toronto, and finally to becoming a legal tech entrepreneur.We discuss:The professional and cultural differences between Engl
Events, Ideas, and Impact with Andrew Bowyer
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 most influential platforms at the intersection of law, business, and technology.We discuss the role of global
Resilience, Curiosity, and Reinvention with Pauline Chan
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 fractional GC and legal tech leader.We talk about:Why flexibility and variety are top priorities for lawyers t
Innovation, Relationships, and Growth with Gary Kalaci
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.We talk about the early days of founding Alexa, how AI is reshaping translation and legal communication, a
Determination, Vision, and Growth with Neil Montgomery
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