From Law Firm Founder to Broadcaster with Austin Lafferty

What does a long and varied legal career look like, and what can today’s lawyers learn from it? In this episode of the Scottish Legal Insights podcast, Austin Lafferty, consultant solicitor, broadcaster and Past President of the Law Society of Scotland, joins us to reflect on a career spanning more than four decades across legal practice, business and media. From building his own law firm to working in broadcasting with the BBC and STV, Austin shares insights into the changing nature of legal careers, the skills needed to adapt and the opportunities available beyond traditional paths. We also discuss entrepreneurship in law, the value of communication and media experience, and how lawyers can build fulfilling and unconventional careers while staying rooted in the profession. Listen for expert insights on legal careers, building a law firm, media and communication, and the evolving role of lawyers in modern practice.