Busy Week in My Life as a CORPORATE LAWYER in Paris
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Corporate lawyer life in PARIS - wahhh! I've been working here as a trainee lawyer for 4 months now, so thought it was time to share a busy week in my life as a corporate lawyer, TH-camr and business owner, so you can see how I manage my time 😃
Juggling a pretty intense career and side hustles is, to be honest, pretty demanding... OK, very demanding, at times. I'm doing a pretty good job (I think lol) at doing well in my work, growing my TH-cam channel and the business around that, and also starting Menos, mine and Beth's sustainable backpack company. BUT that doesn't mean I don't have times where I really feel overwhelmed and like I'm kinda drowning / filled with doubt that I'm actually doing the right thing by trying to juggle so many different commitments!
Overall - Paris is awesome, and I've been prioritising enjoying life here as much as I can, while still making videos and pushing Menos forward. I've been working in the antitrust department (competition law) of a magic circle law firm since I got here, and have found it super interesting overall. Plus, I LOVE my colleagues here - share an office with two incredible people, and the whole team is really amazing. I've learnt A TON about a slightly different working culture, and have a few lessons (some featured in this video) to take back to London 😊
Time for pastries, drafting, and a petanque in the park... Enjoy xx
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About Me
I'm a trainee lawyer, part-time TH-camr, son, brother, startup founder, boyfriend, black coffee drinker and plant dad. I graduated from Cambridge University (where I studied French and Spanish), topped my law school class and now work for a corporate law firm in London as a trainee solicitor (which takes up a lot of my time)!
Around that, I'm a big fan of discovering new ways of thinking, of balancing work with life, and of performing to the very best of my ability. Ohh, and being happy. And I try to share all that on this TH-cam channel 😀
Fun fact: I believe we massively overplay the role of “natural talent” 😮 AND… I also believe that TOGETHER, WE ARE ALL CAPABLE OF POSITIVITY, PRODUCTIVITY AND SUCCESS.
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Disclaimer:
Information, views and opinions depicted in this video are my own. Information visible on screens or in documents does not relate to my work as a lawyer for clients.
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Your level of production is out of this world! How do you manage to work 60 hours a week and post high quality content all the time?
Agreed everything is well put together. I’m sure he still has editors and social media managers on staff, but he does a great job shooting good footage
he already did a video about it!
@@thedavidj1996 at the beginning i am sire he didn’t have, and he still made amazing videos!
@@anthea7993 yeah i saw it!
Hey Matias (and Anthéa) - exactly - so start with (for the first year), it was just me editing everything. To be honest, that was when I was a student so had a little more time than I do now. As a corporate lawyer, I’d probably be able to put out half as much content if I didn’t have my two editors to edit all my content! I don’t have a social media manager though, so it’s still me posting and replying etc! 😊
You're so good at explaining corporate concepts and I love learning more about what you do as a trainee. It would be amazing if you did a series or a masterclass after your finish your TC on tips you would give to a trainee, for example how you deal with competing deadlines, managing others, managing stress as a trainee, and organising yourself.
Your 'day in the life' videos are my favourites on your channel. Nice one, Liam. It's great to see what it's like working as a lawyer in Paris. Just out of curiosity, did you study EU law while you were at university, or did you have to learn it as you go? Do UK university law courses include EU law as a component?
Thanks so much!! I did indeed study EU law - I think the requirement to study EU law has now changed, but as much of EU law is now UK law, I presume students study some of that stuff, which will be helpful when working with EU law matters. We also have training from the firm and kinda learn as we go too 😊
Incredible self discipline. A day in your life motivates me to execute my day with deliberation in mind regardless of our life paths. Well done man.
Thank you!!!
I am a lawyer. I have studied law in Paris II university. Some observations: 1. 2 years ago you have posted a video on how you have passed your law school finals. 2. 1 year ago you have posted a video on how much money you make as a lawyer in one year or less than one year since having your law degree. 3. And now after 1 year since you were a lawyer in London you post a video that you are a lawyer in Paris.
So many inaccuracies in your videos...: 1. A law degree is not sufficient to become a lawyer. You have to pass the bar exams after that. And to pass the bar exams you have to be an apprentice lawyer (aka not a lawyer yet) for nearly 2 years +plus give the bar exams and pass them aka succeed in them..where is that video that you passed the bar exams in London bar???
So at 2 years after graduation from law school you can't be a lawyer let alone a lawyer in Paris since you have studied anglosaxon law in the UK.
To be a lawyer in Paris you must have studied french law in france or european law in an eu country (uk is not an eu country any more plus uk has a different legal system than continental Europe) and then pass the exams in Paris bar association. In fact you have to deposit a tons of papers at the Paris bar association and get a decision on your application if they recognize the validity of your uk diplomas and UK law degrees in France. This is a time consuming procedure. And even then you are registered in the paris bar as an european lawyer. Thus i think your videos are all hoaxes for viewers. I do not know if you are a real life lawyer and I doubt you are one in Paris but I think you portray these things in your videos for viewers you in fact mislead people on the time needed to become a lawyer after law school graduation and to become a lawyer in Paris after graduating from a non contintetal europe law school.
You are absolutely wrong.. the London Bar for him IS CALLED the LPC.. it’s a one year course post law degree which u do and then you need two years of practice after that to become a lawyer .. at a global firm like his.. he can be a lawyer in Paris .. he would just be an English lawyer working on English contracts in Paris or maybe even working on French contracts without actually being the leading lawyer etc on it. You would only need to be a French/Paris lawyer if you were opining on French contracts and law.
hey man what a levels should i choose as I'm really concerned also what d did you choose for alevels to get into law in cambridge
Love your contact. I just got a job as a prosecutor. I noticed you have a physical planner. Is there any way for us to see how your organize it while keeping your confidential information private? I would love to see how another lawyer lays out their schedules.
Me too !!
📚 Amazing!
Your editing skills are amazing Liam. Your uploads are always informative about your role but it never turns into jargon where viewers lose interest. Really hope your channel gets the recognition it deserves!
He has a professional editor, he doesn’t edit the videos himself
@@deusvultpictures6550 actually, he has two! both seem to be very talented :)
As a french student who´s going into his first year of a master´s degree in international business law in september, your channel has been a great find, thanks!
do the people in Paris office speak French mostly?
Yep - but all fluent in English at my firm :)
Hi Liam! Super vidéo comme d'hab!! I'm a future trainee solicitor in London, I am really interested in competition law, and I am originally French. I am very keen in doing a secondment in Paris during my TC and in doing a competition law seat. I would have a couple of questions about that if you have time. Love the crêpes roulées au chocolat btw🙂 thanks! Claudia
If he doesn't answer here, maybe try dming him on Insta.
Hey Dolegetta! Thanks so much! Really appreciate your support 😊 Yeh - DM me your questions on IG and I’ll try to get round to answering 😊
Such a great video for aspiring corporate lawyers!
I am a lawyer. I have studied law in Paris II university. Some observations: 1. 2 years ago you have posted a video on how you have passed your law school finals. 2. 1 year ago you have posted a video on how much money you make as a lawyer in one year or less than one year since having your law degree. 3. And now after 1 year since you were a lawyer in London you post a video that you are a lawyer in Paris.
So many inaccuracies in your videos...: 1. A law degree is not sufficient to become a lawyer. You have to pass the bar exams after that. And to pass the bar exams you have to be an apprentice lawyer (aka not a lawyer yet) for nearly 2 years +plus give the bar exams and pass them aka succeed in them..where is that video that you passed the bar exams in London bar???
So at 2 years after graduation from law school you can't be a lawyer let alone a lawyer in Paris since you have studied anglosaxon law in the UK.
To be a lawyer in Paris you must have studied french law in france or european law in an eu country (uk is not an eu country any more plus uk has a different legal system than continental Europe) and then pass the exams in Paris bar association. In fact you have to deposit a tons of papers at the Paris bar association and get a decision on your application if they recognize the validity of your uk diplomas and UK law degrees in France. This is a time consuming procedure. And even then you are registered in the paris bar as an european lawyer. Thus i think your videos are all hoaxes for viewers. I do not know if you are a real life lawyer and I doubt you are one in Paris but I think you portray these things in your videos for viewers you in fact mislead people on the time needed to become a lawyer after law school graduation and to become a lawyer in Paris after graduating from a non contintetal europe law school.
This video is very informative and well made! I am a law student and it's so inspiring to watch you being so happy and excited with what you do! 😊
Thank you Marija! Really appreciate it 😊🤗
what is good alevel choices to take for becoming a lawyer is English lit maths and history good choices?
The quality of your videos and your positive charisma amaze me! Greetings from a german law student.
Thanks so much Darius 😊🤗
top-notch video, i would say this is your best video ever! Keep up the good work and also keep us updated about which seat you are gonna do after qualified!
Love the video! Your editing and video quality has really improved over the years.
Thank you!!
Sir how much do you earn as a lawyer in paris? Plz reply. Thanks a lot.
As a trainee lawyer, I am still paid from London, as I am only on secondment to Paris. My firm pays second year trainees £55,000 per year 😊
oi oi saveloyyy
I really have to point out the level of creativity into the smallest things on your video stand out to me so much! The way you use a black 1/3 gradient to just fade a video transparently and place animated text on that area is genius! It looks so good lol! You are on a whole different level with crazy work hours and work loads man! Really appreciate the amount of detail you put in to your videos!
Thank you so much Will - massively appreciate you saying that 😊🤗
Liam I wanted to ask, do you know many people who have been successful at finding a training contract with a law firm via Vantage? It’s recommended by the Lawyer Portal but I’m keen to know if it’s actually worth creating a profile on it…
Hey Asim! I'm sorry - don't really know about this to be honest. I didn't, but I wouldn't really ever probably find out if someone did use Vantage to help them secure a TC. I do know that it's one of the better reputed platforms for students looking to get into law though, so don't think it can do any harm!! :)
@@liam.porritt yeah I hear what you’re saying and done it tonight anyway. Will let you know if anything comes out of it.
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nice but busy day Liam :D
Thank you 🤗
I really admire you. You are really like a rolemodel to me. Go go go!
Thank you!!!! I appreciate this so so much 🤗🤗
Really Enjoyed seeing this and your openness ! Can’t wait to be done with Uni to be able to work 🙌
Explain me like a 5 year boii!!!!
Intro - I am 1st year student at India's best Law school .... Want to pursue general corporate works in future
Query - how I would be able to land at least at Tier 2 corporate law firm either in London or UAE??
I know that it will take time to reply you since you also being corporate lawyer... I am not in hurry, but please provide me with detailed explanation!
Actual LOL at the number of snacks and pastries 😂😂😂 17.29 legend features. Nice eye mate
So I work 37-40hours a week as a Lidl warehouse contracted employee and because I had time off work for family issues in the span of 2-3 months they taken those days of my monthly wage and gonna take those days off next month as well then if i leave I’ll owe the company 28 days (£3-4K) so I don’t get paid for the working days or holidays pay or the wage that working month but the working days pay off my absences… is that legal?
Wow what a beast. 👏🏽 hope you have a phenomenal day. Love your content. Inspires me to continue working hard and not procrastinate 🙃
Thanks Bren - appreciate the support 😊
My birthday was two days ago, however, ever since I stumbled upon your videos a month ago, I can't help but be productive!
Due to my program, I'll be in Law school in two years, and I just can't wait to apply your productivity and studytips.
Thank you Liam, couldn't have wished for a better birthday gift!
late happy birthday! wish you all the best in law school friend :)
Check out the Netflix series “Emily in Paris” about a girl on work assignment in Paris. Think you’d really enjoy Liam!
I have no idea why you popped up on my YT because I have zero interest in corpoate law and am certainly not in your target audience and yet I like your channel! I guess TH-cam knows what interests me better than I do. Scary!
You have come such a long way. Thoroughly enjoyed this one!! 😀
Thank you!
Nice seat rotations - a varied TC is a good TC
Thanks Bob
I’m
Which seat was your favourite? Do you know which department you will chose after the training contract?
… sounds like the title of a video to me 😝😝
@@liam.porritt awesome, cannot wait for this video 🤩
Wow where do you find the time for all those streams of activity? It's been a while since the algorithm recommended you to me so I had no idea you had moved to Paris. I have a lot of catching up to do as the last video I saw of you you had just moved into your place in London with Beth, Quick question if you don't mind.. I was very impressed to see your sustainable backpack company and the amount of thought that has gone into the practicality. However this video seems to feature a lot of disposables..is this a big thing in Paris?
TEN OUT OF TEN!!! Thank you so much for your content! All of these topics are so interesting!!! Thanks for posting
Keep up the good work Liam! 👍
What a great "feel good" video Liam!
Loved this vlog Liam!!
Thank you so much as always. 😊🤗
Ps hope you are well 😊
Did you need to speak French to be able to complete this rotation?
He actually has a degree in French and Spanish so p much he's fluent
@@trevish450 oh awesome! Thank you
Thanks @Trevish for explaining! There was a requirement from my firm to speak some French, but the requirement definitely didn’t require you to be fluent! 🤗
Which font are you using?
Amazing video Liam!
I AM EARLY
What uni courses did you do? LLB Law? And what route did you do after uni?
New subscriber here. Love your content!
your life is so productive it motivates me lmao
What would be your recomendations for those who want to be a corporate lawyer?
Mehn Liam, wouldn't be a bad buy though
That is very good. I am an old lawyer and I do a lot of competition law. It was a good summary on the video.
I thought you left Paris ?
The aesthetics of these videos just keep getting better and better. Very clean production. Looks great!
I am also a Corporate lawyer from INDIA, loved every bit of video
Thanks for sharing your insights 👍🏻
Ahah Liam, je vois que tu adores les pâtisseries et les viennoiseries françaises 🥐. Quelle est ta préférée ? Enjoy your stay ;)
Question difficile - croissant aux amandes je crois! 😝
Great video!
Love ur video 100%
Hi Liam, I’m also working abroad in Spain at the moment for a one year assignment. Im attempting to learn Spanish alongside my job but I’m finding it incredibly difficult to dedicate time towards that, alongside trying to make the most out of living in Spain. I was wondering whether you’re dedicating time to learning French too?
You are one crazy human being! All that you get done is truly inspiring and with a positive attitude to go with it.
Great work! Keep it up!
So you don't use your macbook anymore?
This is why i am glad I ditched law for private equity - law looks boring
Why so negative?
I am a lawyer. I have studied law in Paris II university. Some observations: 1. 2 years ago you have posted a video on how you have passed your law school finals. 2. 1 year ago you have posted a video on how much money you make as a lawyer in one year or less than one year since having your law degree. 3. And now after 1 year since you were a lawyer in London you post a video that you are a lawyer in Paris.
So many inaccuracies in your videos...: 1. A law degree is not sufficient to become a lawyer. You have to pass the bar exams after that. And to pass the bar exams you have to be an apprentice lawyer (aka not a lawyer yet) for nearly 2 years +plus give the bar exams and pass them aka succeed in them..where is that video that you passed the bar exams in London bar???
So at 2 years after graduation from law school you can't be a lawyer let alone a lawyer in Paris since you have studied anglosaxon law in the UK.
To be a lawyer in Paris you must have studied french law in france or european law in an eu country (uk is not an eu country any more plus uk has a different legal system than continental Europe) and then pass the exams in Paris bar association. In fact you have to deposit a tons of papers at the Paris bar association and get a decision on your application if they recognize the validity of your uk diplomas and UK law degrees in France. This is a time consuming procedure. And even then you are registered in the paris bar as an european lawyer. Thus i think your videos are all hoaxes for viewers. I do not know if you are a real life lawyer and I doubt you are one in Paris but I think you portray these things in your videos for viewers you in fact mislead people on the time needed to become a lawyer after law school graduation and to become a lawyer in Paris after graduating from a non contintetal europe law school.
Please get your facts straight before commenting with negativity and envy on something you do not know. He is a lawyer in the UK (solicitor). To become a solicitor in the UK you do not need to pass a bar exam. After your LLB in the UK, you need to work as a trainee in a law firm for two years. Then that is it, you are a solicitor. He is working at a law firm in Paris because his international law firm which also has a boutique in Paris gives the opportunity to associates or trainees to make a secondment in one of their international offices for six months. So he is indeed working as a secondment lawyer in Paris.
@@nina.a9965 I have studied law in Paris and I know you can't be a lawyer in Paris if you do not pass the bar exams .. He is not a lawyer. Maybe a trainee . Get your facts straight
@@carykaradasia4568 I am a French Lawyer!!! I have also studied in England so I know how it works. He is not a french lawyer but he is indeed a LAWYER in Paris. That is not the same thing.
@@nina.a9965 he is not a lawyer in Paris as he has not passed the Paris bar exams. Very few who graduate from French law schools pass the Paris bar exams as they are very difficult to pass. Sure you are a lawyer maybe in Algeria lol
@@carykaradasia4568 I thought you were a sane person. Little did I know you were insane. I feel sorry for wasting my time. Bye! 🤣
Do you have to take a law degree to become a corporate lawyer at a top firm or could you just take a GDL or another route?
You dont need a law degree, half of the intake from top law firms are non law students
So would you just take any degree and then a GDL? Or is there a better way?
@@rayaankay7586 Any degree related to economics /Finance would provide you a great advantage whilst applying and whilst working afterwards seeing that most of your work would require a certain amount of financial knowledge.
@@Kajshdiskak Thanks yeah I am thinking about taking an economics degree
Any degree where you have to work through lots of information and critique and précis well, would be good. I work in the Uni sector in NZ in Science, but the Uni I work for went out to business and public sector about two years ago to find out the key skills and attributes they need, and actually it’s the Humanities degrees that really have that. Reading a wide range of sources, writing, research, critical thinking and analysis and the ability to format and explain to any audience. Good luck with your choices
WOW!