The Legal Eagle Podcast
by Sarah-Mae Thomas
Sarah-Mae Thomas presents a podcast on various legal and social issues. Sarah-Mae specialises in family law, personal injury law and insurance litigation, with a keen interest in issues surrounding children and women. Information provided in this podcast does not constitute legal advice and does not create a solicitor-client relationship with listeners.
Episodes
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Failure Is Not The End
Failure. Burnout. Purpose. Growth. Join us as we speak with Shireena Shroff Manchharam, founder of Sheens Consulting and certified life coach, about turning setbacks into opportunities, overcoming burnout, and building a life driven by purpose. A candid conversation on resilience, success, and…
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The Future Just Passed The Bar
In this podcast episode, Professor Lee Pey Woan, Dean of SMU Law, reflects on her journey into academia and the key lessons that have shaped her distinguished career. We also explore the rise of AI in the legal profession, how it is transforming practice, and what aspects of a lawyer’s role will...
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Beyond Billables: Tackling Lawyer Burnout with Iman Ibrahim
In our previous conversation, Iman Ibrahim — former divorce lawyer and founder of the Over It Club — walked us through the role of divorce coaching and how it bridges the gap between legal clarity and emotional clarity. In this episode, we turn the spotlight on another challenge close to home:...
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Experts in Practice: Commercial Disputes with Shobna Chandran
Had a great conversation with Shobna Chandran who is an absolute powerhouse in the commercial disputes arena here in Singapore. We talk about running a firm, walking with integrity and strength. Shobna shares her amazing insights into how women do not strive for perfection but aim for…
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Sophie Mathur: Bringing law to the Community
In this episode, we speak with Sophie Mather, Corporate Partner at Linklaters and Chairperson of Babes Pregnancy Crisis Support Ltd (Babes), a charity supporting pregnant teenagers in Singapore. We explore why access to timely, reliable support matters, how stigma and judgement can shape a young...
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Breaking Barriers: At home with Justice Judith Prakash
In this episode, we are deeply honoured to welcome Justice Judith Prakash, Singapore’s first female Judge of the Court of Appeal and Her World’s Woman of the Year 2024. Justice Prakash has had an extraordinary legal journey — from starting her career under the legendary David Marshall, to…
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The Missing Piece in Divorce: Coaching & Clarity
Divorce isn’t just a legal process — it’s an emotional and life-changing journey. In this episode, we sit down with Iman Ibrahim, a former divorce lawyer who has practiced in both London and Singapore, and now founder of the Over It Club, where she works as a burnout and divorce coach. With…
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Empowering Tomorrow’s Lawyers
In this episode, we sit down with Dean Leslie Chew SC, former Senior District Judge and Senior Counsel, and founding Dean of SUSS Law, to explore Singapore’s legal evolution and the future of the profession. He reflects on his journey from the bench to academia, sharing insights on judicial...
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Code-switching, Court Rooms and Cultural Identity
Code-switching, Court Rooms and Cultural Identity. In this episode we talk about the challenges faced by many individuals who might have grown up in a different country but have come back to another country to live and work as adults. Sometimes, feelings of self-worth or identity can come under...
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Before 'I do'
In this episode, we explore Singapore's rising divorce rates and the potential of pre-marital counselling to strengthen marriages. With 7,118 divorces and annulments in 2023 alone, it's time to rethink marriage preparation. Our special guest, Concetta Arnese from Alliance Counselling, shares her...
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No Fault Divorce: For Better or For Worse?
Tune in as we dissect Singapore’s latest change in 2024 to family law – the No Fault Divorce scheme and its impact on the Singapore society. Joined by Professor Paulin Tay Straughan, a thought-provoking discussion on the evolving landscape of marriage and divorce ensues. From shifting cultural...
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Tackling Child Abduction under The Hague Convention
Join us as we tackle the topic of International Child Abduction with Kim Lehal, Partner and Head of International Children at RWK Goodman London. Expect insightful conversations on the ‘how’s and ‘why’s of Child Abduction, common myths, and interesting real-life cases. Podcast Episode Producers:...
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Barrister to Barista Series // Eugene Low of The Lawful Good on his exciting side hustle(s), bravery and running his own law firm
In this episode I speak to Eugene who is a superstar lawyer who runs his own law firm and sells coffee machines as a side hustle. In this episode we explore how we can practice law effectively and still have side hustle(s). Tune in to this interesting conversation as Eugene shares on how to he...
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Barrister to Barista Series // Denise Lum of Maxi Coffee Bar on opportunities during Covid, joy in entrepreneurship and building your tribe
Happy New Year Everyone! I am so excited to kick off 2022 with a new podcast series called ‘Barrister to Barista’ where we hear stories of featured Singapore lawyers who have ventured out into the coffee scene and pursued a coffee business. Denise Lum is a former corporate lawyer at Shearman &...
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Should Kids Have A Voice In A Divorce?
Let’s talk about it! Welcome to our new podcast series where we have short conversations with our guests on the latest trending law topics here in Singapore and around the world. In this episode, I am joined by my legal intern Kok Chee, a Year 2 law student at National University of Singapore...
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Men(tenance)
Let’s talk about it! Welcome to our new podcast series where we have short conversations with our guests on the latest trending law topics here in Singapore and around the world. In this episode, I am joined by my legal intern Michelle Lynn Fernandez, we will be discussing an area where some...
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Discipline or Violence?
Let’s talk about it! Welcome to our new podcast series where we have short conversations with our guests on the latest trending law topics here in Singapore and around the world. In this episode, I am joined by my legal intern Matthew Chu, a Year 3 law student at Singapore Management University...
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Sole Custody
Let’s talk about it! Welcome to our new podcast series where we have short conversations with our guests on the latest trending law topics here in Singapore and around the world. In this episode, I am joined by my legal intern Eileen Lim, a Year 3 law student at Singapore Management University...
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All My Single Parents
Let’s talk about it! Welcome to our new podcast series where we have short conversations with our guests on the latest trending law topics here in Singapore and around the world. In this episode, I am joined by Danisha Thadani who is a qualified lawyer with a keen interest in family law. We will…
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Dear Sirs, it's time to make a change.
Let’s talk about it! Welcome to our new podcast series where we have short conversations with our guests on the latest trending law topics here in Singapore and around the world. Is it time to do away with “Dear Sirs”? The Singapore legal industry has certainly seen more female practitioners…
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Divorce, no longer a blame game?
Let’s talk about it! Welcome to our new podcast series where we have short conversations with our guests on the latest trending law topics here in Singapore and around the world. Singapore is in discussion to adopt a no-fault divorce principle. Will this help to make divorce processes less…
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Law and Technology Series: Eimear McCann (Manchester, UK), Head of Strategy at Summize
In this final law and technology episode, our guest is from Manchester, England in United Kingdom. Eimear McCann is a former lawyer who is currently Head of Strategy at Summize and a visiting Lecturer at the University of Law. Eimear was always up for the challenge and wanted to be a part of the...
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Law and Technology Series: Erin Levine (California, USA), CEO of Hello Divorce and Levine Family Law Group
In this new law & technology episode, our special guest is from the San Francisco Bay area in California, USA. Erin Levine is the CEO of Hello Divorce and Levine Family Law Group, a certified family law specialist, a Duke law & tech accelerator grand prize winner and a mother to two beautiful...
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Law and Technology Series: Kelly Forbes (Singapore), Co-Founder & Director of AI Asia Pacific Institute
In this new episode of Law and Technology series, I got to interview Kelly Forbes, Co-Founder and Director of the AI Asia Pacific Institute, a non-profit, independent organisation working to build an inclusive and responsible AI ecosystem. She is also a dual qualified lawyer (Common and Civil…
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#Law and #Technology Series: Ana María Alvarez (Netherlands)
In this new episode of Law and Technology series, I got to interview Ana María Alvarez, a dynamic individual whom I had connected with at a FLIP (Future Legal Innovation Program) networking event here in Singapore. She is a qualified lawyer in Colombia and practiced for 2.5 years before shifting...
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Law and Technology Series: Akshat Singhal (India)// CEO and Founder of Legistify.com
In this new episode of Law and Technology series, my intern, Matthew, and I have the privilege of interviewing Akshat Singhal. He is the CEO and founder of Legistify.com, a tech-enabled, on-demand legal concierge platform that uses technology to effectively connect lawyers with users in need of...
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#Law & #Technology Series: Chan Yuk Lun (Singapore)// Founder of SingaporeLegalAdvice.com
In this newly launched “law & technology” series, I have the privilege of interviewing Chan Yuk Lun. He is the founder of SingaporeLegalAdvice.com, an all-round legal platform in Singapore that has served more than 200,000 monthly visitors needing help with their legal matters. Besides running…
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#Divorce Series: International Perspectives with Ian Kennedy AM (Melbourne)// Founder and Senior Partner of Kennedy Partners
In this new episode of the divorce series, I have the privilege of interviewing Ian Kennedy AM, a founder and Senior Partner of Kennedy Partners, a forefront leader in the development of family law and a member of the Order of Australia (AM) in the Australia Day Honours List for his services to…
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#Divorce Series: International Perspectives with Clarissa Rayward (Queensland)// Director, Brisbane Family Law Centre and Founder/Host, Happy Lawyer Happy Life Podcast
In this new episode of the divorce series, I have the privilege of interviewing Clarissa Rayward. She is the Director of Brisbane Family Law Centre as well as a podcaster, author, business coach and speaker. It is evident that she loves people and has fun working and doing what she does best. Her...
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Divorce Series // Aaron Ng and Delia Ng - The Bold and Beautiful # 3:
In this new episode of the bold and beautiful series, brother-and-sister team Aaron Ng, head of Corporate Communications team at Focus on the Family and Delia Ng, head at FamChamps, shared with us their personal stories of how it was like growing up in a divorced home setting at such a young age....
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#Divorce Series: International Perspectives with the Honourable Diana Bryant AO, QC // Former Chief Justice of the Family Court of Australia
In this new episode of the divorce series, I have the privilege of interviewing the Honourable Diana Bryant (AO, QC), former Chief Justice of the Family Court of Australia, former Patron of Australian Women Lawyers and the first woman appointed in 2000 to be inaugural Chief Federal Magistrate of...
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Finding Spark in your Legal Career
25th August, 2020: Admission day for new qualified Singaporean Lawyers Are you a student thinking of pursuing law? If you are just about to embark on your legal career, do you wonder if you are suited to a career in law? Or are you a lawyer who is jaded by legal practice? In homage of all the...
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#Divorce Series: International Perspectives with Jeremy Morley (New York)// Attorney, Law Office of Jeremy D. Morley
In this new episode of the divorce series, I have the privilege of interviewing Jeremy Morley, an international family law attorney from the US who is an expert in international relocation and international child abduction matters. Jeremy’s strong passion for helping families and children...
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Divorce Series // Maneesha Grace: The Bold and Beautiful # 2:
Most of this series has been focusing on the differences in family law systems around the world. In this episode I look at a real life victory of a woman who went through a divorce at a young age but came up stronger, wiser and more resilient than ever. Maneesha Grace (writer, blogger and...
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Divorce Series: International Perspectives// Sonny Patel on the United Kingdom & Wales
Sonny Patel is an experienced family lawyer who specialises in English Law. He has a niche focus on international matters. In this podcast episode, he provides a unique insight into the divorce process in the UK and we have a chat on the key differences between divorce in Singapore and UK.…
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Quarantine Special: Knowledge Management using INTELLLEX
Any lawyer or intern can empathise with the frustration of spending late nights trying to find a document or even generate legal research from thin air when the research exists in some unknown corner of a law firm. This is where the Intelllex comes in. I have a chat with Chang who help...
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Divorce Series: International Perspectives // Faiza Gabriel on Western Australia
Faiza Gabriel is an experienced family lawyer who practices in Perth, Western Australia. She comes with a wealth of experience having also practiced in Singapore. Faiza helps separating families move forward with dignity. She is empathetic and has a frank chat with me about the differences…
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#WFH: Working hard or hardly working?
Most of us are working from home these to flatten the curve during this Covid-19 season. In this episode, I explore the impact that this could have on work culture generally but more specifically I talk about the the silver lining that this could bring to law firms.
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An International Women's Day Special! An exclusive interview with Dr Anamah Tan
An exclusive interview with Dr Anamah Tan. Dr Anamah Tan is the only Singaporean to be nominated to the United Nations Convention on the Elimination of all Forms of Discrimination Against Women ('CEDAW'). Dr Anamah Tan was also appointed as Council Member at the International Council of Women…
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Divorce Series// The Bold and Beautiful #1 : Shivon Gunalan
In this divorce series I explore the lives of bold and beautiful women and how they traded their ashes for beauty. This episode looks at the life of Shivon Gunalan. We explore identity in divorce, gas-lighting and socialisation of women in the context of different cultural spaces. More…
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Divorce 101
In my second episode, I give you a brief overview of divorce in Singapore. Hope you enjoy the show! You can visit my firm website at https://www.sarahmaethomasllc.com or find me on Facebook or Instagram just type in Sarah-Mae Thomas LLC.
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Introduction to the Legal Eagle
In this first episode, I talk with Cindy Chua, a law student at Singapore Management University. I share about my inspiration for the Podcast generally and what listeners can expect in future episodes. Hope you enjoy the show! Visit my firm website at https://www.sarahmaethomasllc.com; Sarah-Mae...
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Sarah-Mae Thomas presents a podcast on various legal and social issues. Sarah-Mae specialises in family law, personal injury law and insurance litigation, with a keen interest in issues surrounding children and women. Information provided in this podcast does not constitute legal advice and does not create a solicitor-client relationship with listeners.
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