SE-Talks Oxford: Bridging the Gap – Law, learning & local impact with Oxford Brookes University

New Episode Alert!

In this latest episode, we bring together voices from both academia and the legal industry to explore how meaningful collaboration is shaping the future of legal careers in Oxfordshire.

We’re joined by Dr Charlotte Houghteling – Law Lecturer and Co-Lead of Co-curricular & Career Development at Oxford Brookes Law School, alongside SE-Solicitors Paralegals, Isabelle Gaitskill and Caroline Wright.

Together, they discuss how partnerships between universities and local law firms, including SE-Solicitors’ own mentorship programme, help to bridge the gap between academic study and real-world legal practice. From building professional confidence to creating genuine career pathways, this conversation highlights the power of connecting local students with businesses.

You’ll also hear Isabelle’s firsthand experience as part of the very first mentorship cohort, and how it led directly to her role at SE.

Whether you’re a law student, educator, or simply interested in how the next generation of legal talent is developed, this episode offers practical insight into what strong academic industry collaboration can achieve.

Don’t miss it, listen now.

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