Speed Mooting Podcast | Partners in Crime #77 | Your Guide to the Northern Pupillage Fair
After a short break, John and Hayley are back on the Speed Mooting Partners in Crime Podcast! In this episode, they unveil the brand-new Ambassador Programme and look ahead to the Northern Pupillage Fair. Between juggling wedding planning and a packed schedule, they share practical tips for making the most of the fair - covering everything from smart networking to strong presentation skills. The conversation wraps up with a call to connect with the community and a light-hearted nod to F1 favourite Valtteri Bottas.
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Speed Mooting Podcast | Partners in Crime #76 | How to Build a Strong Legal Foundation
In this episode, John and Hayley discuss various aspects of the legal profession, including the importance of mooting and pro bono work, essential soft skills for lawyers, effective networking strategies, and recommended resources for aspiring lawyers. They also discuss their Community Hub, a free online legal community for students and junior lawyers, and highlight upcoming events.
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Speed Mooting Podcast | Partners in Crime #75 | Exciting Opportunities for Aspiring Lawyers!
In this episode of the Speed Mooting: Partners in Crime podcast, we dive into an exciting season ahead for aspiring advocates. We look forward to the National Speed Mooting Competition Autumn Cup 2025, share insights from the latest Advocacy Club sessions, and preview the upcoming Northern Pupillage Fair taking place on 27th September at the Liner Hotel in Liverpool.Whether you’re preparing to moot, refining your advocacy skills, or gearing up for pupillage applications, this episode is packed with practical updates and opportunities you won’t want to miss.
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Speed Mooting Podcast | Partners in Crime | A Quick Hello (We'll be back soon!)
Just a quick hello from John and Hayley! 🎙️This week’s full Partners in Crime episode will be out a couple of days later than usual. We’ve only just made it back from Texas, and Hayley is heading straight off on her hen do! Thanks for bearing with us - we’ll be back very soon with the usual mix of law, laughs, and listener questions.
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Speed Mooting Podcast | Partners in Crime #74 | Delivering a Persuasive Closing Speech
In this episode, we dive into the art of crafting an impactful closing speech at trial. We discussed how to bring the case together, leave a lasting impression on the judge or jury, and avoid common pitfalls.We also share some highlights from our holiday in San Antonio, Texas 🌵, and reflect on the fascinating differences between advocacy in the US and the UK.As always, we answer listener questions, and we’re excited to invite new members to join the Advocacy Club, which is a space to sharpen your skills, share experiences, and grow with a community of advocates.
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Partners in Crime Podcast: Hosted by criminal barrister John Dove and commercial solicitor Hayley Crombleholme, Partners in Crime covers legal career advice, insights into the law and discussions on advocacy.
Conversations with Counsel Podcast: Hosted by criminal barrister, John Dove Conversations with Counsel provides a deep dive into the legal profession through interviews with law students, barristers, solicitors and even judges. The podcast covers career journeys, challenges in legal practice, and practical advice for aspiring lawyers looking to break into the industry.