After the Bar - Stories from the Legal Industry

About After the Bar - Stories from the Legal Industry

A podcast for anyone navigating career decisions, leadership challenges, and the evolving world of work. Hosted by lawyer-turned-recruiter Shulin Lee, this podcast dives into real conversations about career pivots, workplace culture, and what it takes to build a career and life that actually works for you. Join us for authentic, thought-provoking discussions that challenge the way we think about work, leadership, and what really matters in a career. For more, connect with Shulin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shulinlee/

Publisher

Shulin Lee

Category

business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

22 Dec 2021

Latest episode

22 Apr 2026

Latest episodes

34 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   22 Apr 2026

   Workplace Bullying In Law Firms: The Partner Who Was Once The Victim | William Peake

   Today, Shulin sits down with William Peake, Global Managing Partner of Harneys, a leading global offshore law firm. But this is not a conversation about law. This is a conversation about something that happens in almost every workplace. Something most people experience but nobody talks about. Bullying. Not the kind you see in movies, where someone gets shoved in a hallway or has their lunch stolen. The kind that is quiet. Subtle. Hard to prove. The kind where your boss sends you an email at 10pm on a Friday just to see if you will reply. Where someone withholds praise on purpose just to make you feel small. Where everyone in the room knows what is happening and nobody says a word. William has seen it all. He has spent decades at the top of the legal industry. And here is the part nobody expected. He was bullied too. In this episode, William and Shulin talk about why bullies almost always get away with it, why the people in charge protect them, and what it feels like to finally speak the truth out loud, even when you are the one with the most to lose. They also talk about AI, the future of legal careers, and why judgment and emotional intelligence are what set humans apart. In this episode you will learn: Why bullies get promoted instead of fired How to spot bullying that does not look like bullying Why staying silent costs you more than speaking up How AI is changing careers right now Why showing up as yourself is your greatest professional advantage If you have ever felt small at work, overlooked, or scared to speak up, this episode is for you. Press play. You will not regret it. If this resonates with you, share it with someone who needed to hear that what happened to them was not okay. Shulin Lee 💛 == In this episode: 00:00 Start of Episode 01:01 Introduction 02:39 The Power of LinkedIn 03:29 Why Most Lawyers Are Terrible on LinkedIn 06:57 Authenticity Online: Where and How to Start? 11:05 The Impact of Authenticity Online 14:17 Workplace Bullying 20:14 The Fears of Workplace Bullying 27:12 Is the Next Generation Really Not Cut Out? 29:27 Dealing with Workplace Bullying 34:15 Accountability and Calling Out 36:32 The Partnership Structure 40:50 The Ideal Partnership Structure Model 41:42 AI in Law Firms 45:20 The Future for Aspiring Lawyers 47:33 Important Conversations About AI in Law Firms 50:09 Challenges in Macroeconomic Volatility 51:56 Importance of Succession Planning 57:26 Message for the Next Generation of Law Firm Leaders 01:01:32 Rapid Fire Questions == Follow Shulin: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shulinlee/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theshulinlee/ Follow William: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/william-peake-368953143/

2. 

   6 Oct 2025

   Retrenched. Replaced. Redundant. What’s Really Happening in Today’s Job Market?

   Retrenched. Replaced. Redundant. What’s really happening in today’s job market? If you’ve ever wondered: 👉 What happens when you’re being “managed out”? 👉 What’s the difference between retrenchment and redundancy? 👉 Or whether AI could actually replace you… Then this episode is your wake-up call. ⚡ 🎙️ Member of Parliament Patrick Tay joins Shulin Lee for a straight-talking conversation on: ✅ The hard truths behind retrenchment in Singapore ✅ What the Employment Act really covers (and doesn’t) ✅ How employers can handle exits with empathy ✅ Why unions and collective agreements still matter ✅ And how employees can stay relevant in a soft market Patrick also breaks down what’s changing in our labour laws and how AI is rewriting the future of work. Because here’s the truth: No one’s job is 100% safe. But those who understand the system… stay ahead of it. 🎧 Watch the full episode and tell us your biggest takeaway in the comments. 💬 Let’s talk about what job security really means in 2025. #AfterTheBar #FutureOfWork #Retrenchment Follow Patrick Tay:https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-tay-teck-guan-9880479 (https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-tay-teck-guan-9880479) Connect with me on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/shulinlee/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/shulinlee/) More on the podcast → https://www.AfterTheBar.com.sg (https://www.afterthebar.com.sg) Resources: MOM | Tripartite Advisory on Managing Excess Manpower and Responsible Retrenchment (https://www.mom.gov.sg/employment-practices/retrenchment/responsible-retrenchment) Singapore Statutes Online | Employment Act 1968 (https://sso.agc.gov.sg/Act/EA1968) Tripartite Alliance for Dispute Management (TADM) (https://www.tal.sg/tadm) Employment Claims Tribunals (ECT) (https://www.judiciary.gov.sg/civil/employment-claims) Workforce Singapore (WSG) (https://www.wsg.gov.sg/) SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG) (https://www.ssg.gov.sg/) Enterprise Singapore (https://www.enterprisesg.gov.sg/) What to listen for: 00:00 Start of Episode 01:11 Introduction 01:35 What Are Your Rights When Being "Managed Out"? 03:46 Retrenchment vs. Managing Out: Understanding the Difference 05:19 The Singapore Employment Act 06:43 The Role of Unions and Collective Agreements 10:23 How to Script a Retrenchment Conversation with Empathy 13:19 Early Notification and Supporting Employees 15:27 Mutual Separation Agreements 19:52 Cultivating Healthy Work Environment After Retrenchments 21:05 "Get Fired With Me" Trend 23:06 Advice for Business Owners Amidst Rising Costs 28:26 What Can Individuals Do When They Struggle to Find a Job? 35:31 The Importance of Managing Career Expectations 37:51 Why You Need a "Second Skill" to Stay Relevant 40:40 Counselling and Mentoring Services for Job Seekers 42:47 Upcoming Changes to the Singapore Employment Act 49:27 Are Freelancers Covered by the Employment Act? 53:06 The Real Impact of AI on the Job Market 58:37 What Should I Do When I’m Wrongfully Dismissed 01:06:01 Final Advice: The Three R's to Navigate Change 01:07:01 Rapid Fire Questions 01:09:34 Outro

3. 

   11 Mar 2025

   Unstoppable: Minister Indranee Rajah on the Mindset That Fuels Her Success

   Is Singapore going extinct? Should we scrap the PSLE? Will flexible work ever be a reality? Minister in the Prime Minister’s Office and Leader of the House, Indranee Rajah, joins Shulin Lee for a bold, no-nonsense conversation on the biggest challenges shaping Singapore today. Just to name a few - education reform, workplace policies, women in leadership, and the generational shifts redefining success. 🔥 Indranee doesn’t hold back. And for the first time, she reveals how her mother’s influence shaped the unstoppable mindset that drives her today. This isn’t just another leadership talk. It’s the hard truths, tough questions, and authentic conversations we need to have—right now. A special episode for International Women’s Day—because real change starts with real conversations. 🎧 Listen now and let us know your thoughts in the comments! Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more episodes of After The Bar! 🚀 Follow Indranee Rajah: https://www.linkedin.com/in/indranee-rajah/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/indranee-rajah/) Connect with me on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/shulinlee/ More on the podcast - https://www.AfterTheBar.com.sg (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbHM2cEpxQy0yc1pPTURCc0F5bjZEam5CY0pTUXxBQ3Jtc0ttTjBraEJkMFFONnE5UVJheDF1OExzTXFHTFJXb1BobF9XUGZTU1J1YmVicW1uejJMYXc5bktMb0xob3pnM3J6Vl9pcFJSOFppZm9sX2dmOFE4c015dm5RUGt6dnFqNzRLcGp1VEpTblFMeDVURzFwcw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.AfterTheBar.com.sg%2F&v=N3ZMVeI_WWc) What to listen for: 00:00 Start of Episode 00:59 Introduction 01:26 Is Singapore Going Extinct? 04:53 PSLE: Outdated or still necessary? 09:08 Why are Singaporean parents under so much pressure? 15:44 Is Flexible Work Too Idealistic? 21:14 The Mindset that drives Indranee Rajah’s success 24:04  From law to politics: How she made the leap 29:28 Why we need more women in Parliament 31:46 Are women still facing barriers to leadership? 34:36 Her Mum’s Influence: The Trap of Comparison 37:18 Is Gen Z truly less resilient, or are we missing something? 40:01 Key To Understanding Different Generations 45:46 Why career gaps don’t define potential 48:10 How PAP has stayed connected to Singaporeans 51:14 PAP's Progress Over the Years 55:15 Rapid Fire Round 58:42 Outro

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257,089

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Spotify

4.8 / 5

176 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 60 / 100

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52

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0

YouTube

86

Engagement

84

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