In Episode 51, The Legal Genie, Lara Quie, is in conversation with Norah Durrant, a former employment lawyer turned specialist recruiter focused on helping senior female lawyers take the next bold step in their careers. Norah speaks candidly about what it really takes to make partner in the legal world and why it’s okay if you have a squiggly career path. She talks about the invisible barriers women still face at the top, and why sponsorship, not just mentorship, is the real game-changer.&nbs...
What happens when you combine legal expertise, LinkedIn creativity, and a Golden Retriever with serious charisma? In this milestone 50th episode, host Lara Quie chats with Yuankai Lin, Partner at RPC Premier Law in Singapore—and his four-legged co-star Buddy, the self-appointed Chief Happiness Officer. From navigating a legal career across prestigious firms to transforming business development through a unique personal brand on LinkedIn, Yuankai shares a refreshingly candid and inspiring jour...
In this inspiring episode of The Legal Genie Podcast, host Lara Quie sits down with Eric Sim, a LinkedIn sensation with over 2 million followers, accomplished banker, lecturer, and author of Small Actions: Leading Your Career to Big Success. From humble beginnings helping at his father's prawn noodle stand in Singapore to becoming a managing director at a global investment bank, Eric’s journey is nothing short of remarkable. Eric shares how his early experiences in a bustling hawker center ta...
In this episode of The Legal Genie Podcast, your host, Lara Quie, sits down with David Ackert, a seasoned business development mentor and entrepreneur, to dive deep into building a robust business development pipeline. David, founder of Pipeline Plus and a former TV actor, shares his unique journey from the entertainment world to helping professional service firms, particularly lawyers, master the art of networking and client relationships. Listeners will learn how to identify their o...
In Episode 47 of *The Legal Genie Podcast*, your host, Lara Quie, sits down with Gopal Sreenevasan, a highly regarded advocate with decades of experience in Malaysia and host of “Advocates, the Podcast”. Gopal delves into his personal journey, from growing up in Kuala Lumpur and his time at Epsom College and Warwick University. The conversation touches on critical insights for lawyers, such as how to carve out your unique voice in advocacy, the importance of mentorship, and his experien...
Episode 46: A Trusted Advisor with Good Judgment – An Exclusive Conversation with Edmund Leow SC In this insightful episode of *The Legal Genie Podcast*, host Lara Quie sits down with the esteemed Edmund Leow SC, a Senior Partner at Dentons Rodyk and former Judicial Commissioner of the Singapore Supreme Court. With over three decades of experience in cross-border tax planning, international trade, and trust law, Edmund shares his incredible journey from his early days at Cambridge University...
In this engaging episode of The Legal Genie Podcast, your host, Lara Quie, delves into "The Makings of the Modern Lawyer" with the insightful Iain Sharp, a partner specializing in International Trade, Commodities and Dispute Resolution at Hill Dickinson, currently based in Singapore. As they celebrate the Chinese New Year, Iain shares his rich international journey, including a significant tenure in Asia which has shaped his approach to law. The conversation illuminates the evolving landscape...
In Episode 44 of the Legal Genie Podcast, your host, Lara Quie, sits down with Chen Siyuan, Associate Professor and Associate Dean at SMU School of Law. Siyuan shares his intriguing journey from aspiring lawyer to Harvard graduate and Supreme Court professional, to enhancing SMU's Moots program as Director of Moots. This episode is a treasure trove of advice for young lawyers, emphasizing the importance of patience, effective time management, and adapting to AI advancements. Siyuan's story, b...
In Episode 43 of the Legal Genie Podcast, your host, Lara Quie, sits down with James D'Apiche, a multifaceted lawyer from Sydney, Australia. With his diverse background as a radio presenter, rapper aka Peach, journalist and lawyer, James discusses his journey from various creative pursuits to founding his own law firm, Gravamen. The episode delves into how he leverages his unique experiences and social media for business development, balancing professional rigor with approachability. Th...
Embark on an enlightening journey with Episode 42 of "The Legal Genie Podcast" as your host, Lara Quie, engages in a compelling conversation with Jia Xian Seow. Dive deep into the world of philanthropy and legal advisory as Jia Xian shares her experiences as the Director of Legal Planning and Advisory at the Asia Community Foundation. Discover the fascinating backstory of a legal professional who didn't come from a family of lawyers, breaking the mold to become the first in her family t...
Get ready for another thrilling episode of "The Legal Genie Podcast" with your host, Lara Quie. In Episode 41, she is excited to host Danny Ong, the Founder and Managing Director of Setia Law, a groundbreaking Singapore law firm specializing in complex cross-border financial disputes, commercial fraud, and corporate distress. Join us on a fascinating journey through Danny's life, from his early years in Ipoh, Malaysia, to a surprising move to Singapore at the age of 16. Uncover the unexpected...
In Episode 40 of the Legal Genie Podcast, your host Lara Quie, sits down with Jerrick Lim, Senior Legal Counsel for EVYD Technology and a passionate advocate for mentorship. Jerrick's legal career has spanned various industries, from global insurance brokerage to one of the world's top logistics companies, where he honed his skills in supporting startups. He now works in the health tech sector, where his team leverages groundbreaking AI technology to improve healthcare outcomes. Jerrick re...
In Episode 39 of The Legal Genie Podcast, your host, Lara Quie is in conversation with Anthony Carroll, Practice Director at Twenty Essex barristers' chambers in London. Ant has over 20 years experience at the English bar working with barristers from junior clerk up to Practice Director. He shares his career journey and the importance of having an interest outside the legal profession. Ant also shares about Retinoblastoma a rare type of eye cancer that can affect young children, usually un...
In Episode 38 of The Legal Genie Podcast, your host, Lara Quie is in conversation with Adrian Tan, also known on LinkedIn as the King of Singapore and the masked litigator. He certainly is Linkedin royalty as the most followed Singapore lawyer on LinkedIn with over 33,000 followers. Adrian is the President of the Law Society of Singapore and also a partner at TSMP Law Corporation, where he heads the Intellectual Property and Technology Department. Before his legal career took off, he was an a...
In this episode, your host, Lara Quie, is in conversation with Mike Chastaine. Mike is an American award-winning lawyer, speaker and author of five books. He is a radio host of “Legal Ease” and a video blogger of “20 minutes with Mike.” He was an extreme endurance athlete and national ski patroller. He has been a criminal defence attorney for 37 years. He shares his story of setting up his own firm, making it a success and then selling it. Today he runs his own consulting firm guiding other l...
In Episode 33 of the Legal Genie Podcast, your host, Lara Quie of Lara Q Associates is in conversation with Claudia Salomon, President of the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC), International Court of Arbitration. She is the first woman President in its almost 100-year history. Claudia is also an independent arbitrator specializing in international investor state and complex commercial disputes. She's widely recognized as one of the leading arbitration practitioners of her generation. Sh...
In Episode 35 of The Legal Genie Podcast, your host, Lara Quie is in conversation with Bazul Ashhab. Bazul is a lawyer and co-founder of the largest conflict-free law firm in Singapore, Oon & Bazul LLP. It is a firm ranked by the Straits Times in 2022 as one of Singapore’s Best Law Firms. Together with his partner, Oon Thian Seng, he founded the firm twenty years ago in 2002. Since then, it has grown to 19 partners, 65 lawyers and 110 staff. Bazul is the firm’s Managin...
In Episode 34 of the Legal Genie Podcast, your host, Lara Quie, is in conversation with Aaron Baer. Aaron is an entrepreneur first and lawyer second. He is a corporate Partner and Head of Business Development and Training at a Canadian digital law firm called Renno & Co in Toronto. Renno is focused on innovation, emerging technology and business development services for the modern entrepreneur. Aaron himself is passionate about mentoring and technical skills training for new C...
In Episode 33 of the Legal Genie Podcast, your host, Lara Quie of Lara Q Associates is in conversation with U.S. attorney and coach, Gary Miles. Gary has been practicing law for more than four decades. He's been a trial lawyer and managing partner, a leader, and an entrepreneur. He loves helping people solve problems. He is very passionate about showing people how to free themselves from the prisons that entrap them. So many lawyers are stressed and overwhelmed in their practice, and he provi...
In this episode of The Legal Genie Podcast, your host, Lara Quie, is talking about networking with fellow excutive coach, Ricky Nowak. Lara and Ricky describe how they network and provide lots of helpful tips and tricks on how to go about it to get results. I hope that you enjoy this episode. You can connect with Ricky Nowak on LinkedIn here And on her website here Also: · If you liked this episode, please rate the show, and leave a review wherev...