Women & Law

In this episode of Women & Law, we host a conversation with Eliz’beth Layeni, a Nigerian lawyer working at the intersection of fintech, finance, and capital markets.We explore Nigeria’s evolving regulatory landscape, the key institutions shaping fintech and finance, and how developments like open banking and digital asset regulation are creating new opportunities for innovation, investment, and financial inclusion. Eliz’beth also shares reflections on building a career at the intersection of law and innovation, and advice for young women entering the field.A conversation on emerging markets, legal innovation, and the future of finance in Africa.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/women-law--6724381/support.

In this episode of Women & Law, we host a conversation with Professor Maria Casoria, an academic and an Italian-qualified attorney, mediator, and international legal consultant currently based in Bahrain, whose career spans Europe, the United States, and the Middle East. The conversation explores the legal and business landscape of Bahrain, a jurisdiction where civil law traditions, common law influences, and Islamic law intersect. Professor Casoria shares insights into how the country has positioned itself as a business-friendly hub in the Gulf and how its legal framework supports international investors and cross-border transactions. In the episode, it has been also discussed how young lawyers navigate different legal traditions in global practice and the opportunities emerging in the Gulf region for international legal professionals. Finally, the episode reflects on the evolving role of women in the legal profession, and why developing cross-cultural intelligence, technological literacy, and strong legal expertise is essential for the next generation of lawyers.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/women-law--6724381/support.

In this episode of Women & Law, we host a conversation with Laura Bertilotti, head of the French Desk at Asserson, based in Tel Aviv. She previously served as General Counsel of Sotheby’s France, one of the most prestigious auction houses. She also teaches Art Law at LUISS Guido Carli in Rome and at Sciences Po Law School in Paris. Drawing from this experience, she takes us inside the legal world of the international art market, explaining how art auctions work, the role of lawyers within auction houses, and the due-diligence processes that underpin high-value art transactions.The conversation also explores one of the most complex areas of Art Law: artworks connected to World War II provenance. Laura discusses how the legacy of wartime spoliations continues to influence the art market today and the legal challenges that arise when potentially disputed works resurface.An episode that sheds light on the legal structures behind the circulation of art, where history, culture, and international law constantly intersect.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/women-law--6724381/support.

What makes a city rise? Not only steel and glass, but law. In this episode, we host a conversation with Wenfeng Shao, LL.M. candidate at Cornell Law School and originally from Guangzhou, China, about China’s civil-law system, legal education, and the path to becoming a lawyer. We also explore her passion for urban law and how governance, infrastructure, and rural policy shape modern China. From Guangzhou to Ithaca, this is a conversation about institutions, transformation, and the invisible legal design behind every skyline.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/women-law--6724381/support.

In this episode, we host an insightful conversation with Professor Radwa S. Elsaman of Cornell Law School, whose work has helped shape legal and economic reform across the MENA region for more than two decades.We discuss her experience advising international institutions - including the World Bank, USAID, the European Investment Bank, and the European Union - along with the design of modern legal frameworks and how reform advances through ecosystems of leadership, political will, and institutional cooperation.It’s a conversation about law as a tool for development, institutional change, and the long-term impact of legal reform - including a historic turning point for women’s access to the judiciary in the region.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/women-law--6724381/support.

In this episode of Women & Law, we host an insightful conversation with Martina Rogato, one of the most influential voices in Italy on sustainability and gender policy, recognized among the 100 women changing the country and selected by Pope Francis as a changemaker for a more sustainable economy.We discuss her work inside international policy forums, including G7 processes, the design of institutional frameworks, and how equality is translated into measurable and lasting systems.A conversation on policy shaping, negotiation, and building change from within institutions.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/women-law--6724381/support.

In this episode, we host an incredible conversation with Maria Sara Neri, a young leader whose human rights journey spans four defining experiences: the United Nations in New York, the World Forum for Democracy at the Council of Europe, her role as Young European Ambassador, and the co-founding of iGlobal Lawyer. Maria Sara shares what she actually did in these institutions — the projects, the challenges, and the lessons that shaped her approach to human rights in practice. A sharp and inspiring look at what real impact can start to look like when you begin early.https://europeansolidaritycorps.net/https://jobs.euractiv.com/https://eurodesk.euhttps://www.portaledeigiovani.it/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/women-law--6724381/support.

In this special edition, we host an unprecedented conversation with Skyler Johnson and Carlo Giannone, exploring how legislative power and political campaigns take shape across the different systems of Italy and New York. We dive into the role of the Senate, the value of public service, and how two different systems — Italy and New York — reflect their own ways of turning law and politics into real change. An episode rich with career insights, civic inspiration, and proof that even across oceans, there’s always something to learn from one another.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/women-law--6724381/support.

In this episode, we host an incredible conversation with Aurra Fellows, career coach with the Ask For More Group, founded by Alexandra Carter, professor at Columbia Law School. Aurra shares insights from her years as a trial lawyer, exploring how to negotiate with confidence, empathy, and purpose. Together, we discuss the myths around negotiation, the mindset to “ask for more,” and practical strategies to strengthen your negotiation skills every day.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/women-law--6724381/support.

In this episode, we host an inspirational conversation with Erica Canaia, CEO of Fimic Srl and European Plastics Recycling Ambassador. After graduating in law from the University of Padua, she transformed her family business into a global sustainability leader, multiplying its revenue 15x in just six years. We discuss how her legal mindset shapes business decisions, the mission of AreYouR, and the fight against greenwashing. Her journey shows how passion and law can power real solutions for the planet.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/women-law--6724381/support.