In this episode of Studying Law Around the World, I sit down with Gary Kalaci, lawyer, entrepreneur, and CEO of Alexa Translations. Gary shares his journey from growing up in Albania and working as a court interpreter to building one of North America’s leading AI-powered translation companies.

We talk about the early days of founding Alexa, how AI is reshaping translation and legal communication, and why relationships and networking are central to business success. Gary also reflects on leadership, giving back through Junior Achievement, and the skills young lawyers need to thrive in today’s fast-changing world.

This episode is for anyone interested in innovation, entrepreneurship, and the future of law.

This season is sponsored by: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Grammatika International⁠⁠⁠⁠

Grammatika helps lawyers around the world succeed in their careers through legal writing courses and coaching. Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.grammatika.co⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

In this episode of Studying Law Around the World, I sit down with Neil Montgomery, Founder and Managing Partner of Montgomery in São Paulo. Neil shares his remarkable journey from studying law at the University of São Paulo to becoming one of Brazil’s most recognized international lawyers.

We discuss his bold “London Roadshow,” where he transformed a $5,000 self-funded trip into $50,000 in client work, the lessons that shaped his business model of “Lean Full Service,” and why visibility, consistency, and humility are the keys to building lasting relationships.

Neil also reflects on balancing an intense international practice with family life, leading by example, and creating a firm culture where young lawyers thrive.

This is a must-listen for law students, early professionals, and anyone interested in determination, vision, and growth in the legal world.

This season is sponsored by: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Grammatika International⁠⁠⁠

Grammatika helps lawyers around the world succeed in their careers through legal writing courses and coaching. Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.grammatika.co⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

This season is sponsored by: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Grammatika International⁠⁠

Grammatika helps lawyers around the world succeed in their careers through legal writing courses and coaching. Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.grammatika.co⁠⁠⁠⁠.

In this episode of Studying Law Around the World, I sit down with Lotus Menezes, an Osgoode LL.M. graduate with a legal career spanning Tanzania, South Africa, and Canada. Lotus shares her journey from boarding school in Kenya to practicing corporate and commercial law in Toronto, with experiences in mining, natural resources, and entertainment law along the way.

We talk about adapting across jurisdictions, staying grounded through change, and the importance of community and mentorship. Lotus also reflects on giving back through her work with organizations like the Canadian Association of Black Lawyers and Artists’ Legal Advice Services.

This is a great episode for internationally trained lawyers, law students, and anyone interested in how adaptability, connection, and service can shape a meaningful legal career.