About this episode

This episode explores how bravery and kindness are reshaping the business of law and discusses the impact of AI on the tech startup scene in Northern Ireland.

In this compelling episode of the Trading Up podcast, host Jim Fitzpatrick sits down with three leading legal minds from Lewis Silkin in Belfast: Ciara Fulton, Katey Dixon, and Olivia O'Kane. Discover how this innovative firm leverages its historical, foundational values of bravery and kindness to disrupt the traditional business of law and foster genuine leadership. We explore Northern Ireland's booming, location-agnostic tech startup scene, where artificial intelligence is drastically accelerating development timelines and global investment deals. The conversation also delves into the complex evolution of media law, unpacking high-stakes global tech disputes, SLAPP cases, and rising digital threats like CEO impersonation and IP theft. Finally, we get a crucial breakdown of the proposed Good Jobs Bill and what its modernising employment regulations will mean for local employers. Whether you are a founder, media professional, or corporate leader, this episode offers essential strategies for thriving in an AI-driven economy. Brought to you in association with EY. The views and opinions expressed by guests on this podcast are their own and do not reflect the views or positions of…

People in this episode

Host: Jim Fitzpatrick

Guests: Ciara Fulton, Katey Dixon, Olivia O'Kane

Topics covered

• business of law
• leadership
• AI in tech startups
• media law
• Good Jobs Bill
• employment regulations

Keywords

• bravery
• kindness
• law
• AI
• media law
• Good Jobs Bill
• employment
• tech startups
• leadership

Sponsors

EY

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Lewis Silkin, Quee

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