Legally On The Move: The Lawyers Retreat is Back in Ibiza 2026 - Kate Burt & Kirsty Pappin - E06
Legally Speaking PodcastShow Notes
Welcome to Legally on the Move, the Lawyers Retreat Ibiza 2026, a special legally speaking podcast mini series sponsored by Clio. We're back here in Ibiza as the official media partner for the Lawyers Retreat. And if last year taught me anything, it's this, when you get the right people in the right environment, good conversations quickly turn into real opportunities. Across this series, we'll be bringing you voices, ideas and honest reflections from a retreat built around leadership, wellbeing, AI, growth, business development and the future of law. So whether we're poolside, post panel or catching up in between sessions, expect practical insights, fresh thinking and conversations that go beyond the surface.
In the final minisode of our exciting miniseries, we get to talk to Kate Burt, CEO of HiveRisk, and Kirsty Pappin, founder of Ares Legal Practice Management, who are the driving forces behind the Lawyers Retreat. Kate focuses on fostering collaboration and community within the legal sector, while Kirsty ensures the event provides valuable insights and growth opportunities. Together, they are committed to enhancing the retreat experience by continuously improving and listening to feedback. Stay tuned with this final episode as more exciting updates for the Lawyers Retreat’s future events get shared.
So why should you be listening in? You can hear Rob, Kirsty and Kate discussing: - Collaboration and Community Building - A Holistic Approach to Business Success - Importance of Wellness and Relaxation - Continuous Improvement and Feedback - Strategic Business Learning Opportunities
Connect with Kate Burt here - https://uk.linkedin.com/in/kate-burt-hiverisk-co-uk
Connect with Kirsty Pappin here - https://uk.linkedin.com/in/kirsty-pappin-legal-practice-manager
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