Ways to Wealth EP62: From Courtroom to Boardroom, with William Fotherby

In this episode of the Ways to Wealth Podcast, Charlie is joined by William Fotherby!Will is a partner at Meredith Connell, where he specialises in fraud, civil recovery, and white-collar crime. With more than a decade of legal experience, he shares his unconventional path through the legal profession—starting in regulatory and criminal prosecution before moving into complex financial misconduct cases.The conversation covers the mental resilience needed to thrive in law, the unpredictability of the courtroom, and how high-stakes litigation sharpens both technical skill and judgment. Will and Charlie draw strong parallels between legal practice and entrepreneurship, including the pressures of leadership, managing risk, and sustaining long-term performance.They also explore the transition lawyers make from technical experts to business leaders—navigating team management, client relationships, and firm strategy, despite little formal training in these areas. Will offers candid insights into career setbacks, stress management, and personal reinvention, with a perspective that balances ambition with wellbeing.From reflections on financial accountability and the ethics of short selling to the human side of legal practice, this episode offers depth, honesty, and inspiration for professionals building meaningful, resilient careers.Check out William’s profile at Meredith Connell: www.mc.co.nz/people/william-fotherbyWatch all episodes of the Ways to Wealth Podcast here: www.eccuity.com/podcasts#WaysToWealth #WhiteCollarCrime #LegalLeadership #StartUps #ResilientCareers #MentalResilience #LawAndBusiness #CareerGrowth #FraudRecovery #YoungProfessionals #EntrepreneurshipInLaw