#14 UK Legal Podcast: Breaking Into Big Law: Kiran’s Journey from University to a Top US Law Firm

Emerging legal mind and Trainee Solicitor Kiran Banerjee shares his thoughtful journey into commercial law — shaped by curiosity, resilience, and a strategic mindset built through study, rejection, and real-world insight. A must-listen episode of The Lawyer Files.—🎙️ In this episode of The Lawyer Files, I sit down with Kiran Banerjee — trainee solicitor at a top US law firm, Warwick Law graduate, and trustee at Just Be a Child. With sharp commercial awareness and a quiet confidence, Kiran reflects on what it really takes to stand out in high-pressure environments and build a legal career with long-term vision.From early sparks of interest in business and law through Young Enterprise, to navigating the steep learning curve of finance seats and building resilience after early rejections, Kiran’s journey is one of focus, clarity, and knowing how to learn from every experience.We talk about:✅ How Young Enterprise and studying law shaped his passion for commercial practice✅ The mindset shift that helped him bounce back from multiple rejections✅ What training in a high-stakes finance seat is really like — and how he adapted fast✅ The value of strategic thinking, even at junior levels✅ Becoming a trustee in the charity sector — and what it’s taught him about leadership✅ His practical advice for applicants targeting US or Magic Circle firmsWhether you're applying to competitive firms, moving from study to practice, or figuring out how to lead with intention in your legal journey — Kiran’s story is packed with practical wisdom and insight.👉 Follow The Lawyer Files on Instagram, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube📰 Subscribe on Substack for written interviews, legal career advice, and behind-the-scenes insights from the next generation of legal talent.Contact/Enquiries:Email: [email protected] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/denice-o/