WHAT ATTRACTED YOU TO JOIN CARBON LAW PARTNERS?

The people I spoke to before making my decision, and how the firm and especially its ethos and principles was presented to me. As my first foray into consultancy, having a bit of support in the background dealing with accounts, regulatory as well as BD support is great. I can get on with building my business.

CAN YOU SHARE A HIGHLIGHT FROM YOUR FIRST MONTH WITH US?

Getting my first invoices paid for my pieces of work. Such a great feeling!

HOW HAVE YOU FOUND THE SUPPORT FROM YOUR TEAM AND OTHER COLLEAGUES?

Fantastic. Liz Smith joined at the same time as me and she’s simply a force of nature. I always gain something from a catch up with her. Matt and Jac in the BD team are brilliant and happy to give whatever support is needed, as well as feeding me ideas, suggestions, and introductions. All the Partners I’ve met so far, especially my Employment colleague Kate, are delightful, with a real entrepreneurial spirit.

WHAT ARE SOME GOALS YOU’RE HOPING TO ACHIEVE IN THE NEXT YEAR WITH CARBON LAW PARTNERS?

I want to build a practice that gives me the income I want while affording me the flexibility and freedom to live my real life alongside, particularly giving the time I want to give to my family.

WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE SOMEONE CONSIDERING A MOVE TO CARBON?

Look at the clients and contacts and referrers you’ve already got. Build on them, use LinkedIn/other social media if it’s right for your practice area, and get out to do real life networking. Check you enjoy networking and BD, or if not actually enjoying it, ensure it’s something you’re very prepared to do, because you’ll be responsible for creating your own workload.

I’m more than happy to act as a mentor to anyone considering a move to consultancy with Carbon.

Is there a new Skill/hobby you would like to Pick Up?

I’d like more time to do more home workouts and go for walks. I also want to get into mediation, so plan to look into that next year as well as offering paid mentoring services.

Your Favourite Restaurant and Why?

It depends on what mood I’m in and who I’m with – sorry for lawyer answer!

Favourite Movie/tv show?

Currently, either Top Gun movie but again it changes depending on my current mood.

What do you do to de-stress?

Exercise and/or go for a walk. Moving the body is a great release and clears your mind.

If you would like to work with Clare, or find out more about her see: https://carbonlawpartners.com/team/clare-chappell/

If you are inspired by Clare’s story and thinking about making a change yourself visit: https://carbonlawpartners.com/join-carbon/