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First generation lawyers: From law school to practice 

04 March 2026

Not all law students have someone in the profession they can turn to for an honest view of life as a lawyer. In this episode of Sound Counsel, we’re joined by solicitor Jaime Shadbolt and senior associate Sam Steven, who were both the first in their family to study law. They share what lit the spark, what the transition from university to the office was really like, and what they’ve come to love about working in the law.