Best AskMachins Podcasts (2025)

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Trainee Talks - Building a Personal Legal Brand 28:32

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10M ago28:32

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Building a personal legal brand isn’t just about expertise - it’s about trust, consistency, and being visible in the right spaces. In this episode, hosted by Trainee Solicitor Amelia Chivers, Partner Max Lesser and Commercial Property Solicitor Diana Yip share practical insights on how young lawyers can craft their identity, stand out in a competit…

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Trainee Talks - How Machins is Staying Social, Inclusive & Supportive 20:10

11M ago20:10

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Join Machins trainee Amelia Chivers as she chats with colleagues Sarah Ashby, Eugene Pritchard and David Rushmere about how Machins fosters a social, inclusive, and supportive workplace. Discover how these values shape life at our leading regional law firm and what makes our team culture stand out.By askmachins

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Trainee Talks - Maintaining Authenticity in the Legal Profession 22:24

12M ago22:24

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In this episode, Machins trainee Amelia Chivers engages in an inspiring conversation with colleagues Victoria Grant, an Associate in our Private Family Law department, and Reena Vadera, an Associate in our Public Family Law department. Together, they discuss the importance of staying authentic in the legal profession and reflect on their experience…

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Trainee Talks - Machins Visions and Values 32:42

1y ago32:42

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In this episode, Machins trainee Amelia Chivers sits down with fellow trainee Estella McMahon and Public Family Solicitor Sorcha Monaghan to delve into Machins vision and values. Together, they discuss what makes Machins a leading regional law firm, share insights into life as part of the team, and explore the firm's unique culture and commitment t…

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Trainee Talks - All Things Training Contract 36:26

2y ago36:26

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Join Zarenna Porter (one of our current Trainees) chatting through all things training contract with some of our recently qualified Solicitors who trained with us - Thomas Palmer and Stephen Nolan.By askmachins

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Trainee Talks - The Solicitor Skillset! 33:41

2y ago33:41

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Join Zarenna Porter (one of our current Trainees) discussing what other skillsets Solicitors need other than knowing about the Law! with some of our collegaues here at Machins, Radha Chauhan and Sarah Liddiard.By askmachins

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What do our ”Care” legal team do? 17:43

2+ y ago17:43

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Join Stephen Nolan and Sarah Ashby for our latest #AskMachins podcast discussing what our Care/Children legal team do? If you have any questions or would like to get in touch with our Care Team then they’d to love to hear from you on 01582 514000By askmachins

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Trainee Talks - Imposter Syndrome 9:46

3y ago9:46

9:46

Join Zarenna Porter (one of our current Trainees) discussing "Imposter Syndrome" with some of our collegaues here at Machins.By askmachins

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Trainee Talks - Work Life Balance 16:46

3y ago16:46

16:46

Join Zarenna Porter (one of our current Trainees) discussing how to get work/life balance with some of our collegaues here at Machins.By askmachins

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Trainee Talks - How to get the best from your interview 14:23

3y ago14:23

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Join Zarenna Porter (one of our current Trainees) discussing how to get the best from your interview with some of our collegaues here at Machins.By askmachins

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Trainee Talks - What is Commercial Awareness 13:44

3y ago13:44

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Join Zarenna Porter (one of our current Trainees) discussing Commercial Awareness with some of our collegaues here at Machins.By askmachins

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The First Month as a Trainee Solicitor at Machins 19:18

3+ y ago19:18

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Holly Baker is joined by our current first year Trainee Solicitors, Zarenna Porter, Cleri Boyle and John Kam to discuss their first month at Machins.By askmachins

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LGBTQ+ and Pride Month 14:08

3+ y ago14:08

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Our host Stephen Nolan is joined by Joe Colley from our Family team discussing what Pride month means to him and taking a look at his own journey.By askmachins

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What is Mediation in the Family Law Process? 16:28

4y ago16:28

16:28

Join Stephen Nolan and Richard Phillips for our latest #AskMachins podcast focussing on the Mediation process in Family Law.By askmachins

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The Fourth and Final Seat - Trainee Solicitors 20:48

4y ago20:48

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Join Holly Baker, Bradley Johnson and Thomas Palmer - as they discuss their fourth and final seats in their journey to becoming a fully qualified Solicitor.By askmachins

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Getting a Head Start - Trainee Solicitors 27:42

4y ago27:42

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Join Holly Baker, Stephen Nolan, Thomas Giles and Dan Bradley - as they discuss some tips for getting a head start in your journey to becoming a Trainee Solicitor.By askmachins