Building a Generation of Financially Savvy Lawyers
Carla Hoppe joins host Simon Marshall on But, Is It Legal? to talk about why so many lawyers feel under-educated about money, and how Wealthbrite helps everyone from trainees to partners build real, sustainable wealth across their careers.
Lawyers can quote case law in their sleep, but many have never been taught the basics of managing their own money. In this episode of But, Is It Legal?, Carla sits down with Simon Marshall to unpack money mis-education in the UK legal profession and the pressures that creates at every career stage.
They explore how Wealthbrite helps lawyers save, invest and plan with confidence, and why building financial skills is just as important as building legal skills. The conversation ranges from everyday money stress to firm-level risk – and what a healthier, more open money culture in law could look like.
What’s inside this episode
How money anxiety shows up for lawyers and affects wellbeing.
Why people in law are so reluctant to talk openly about salary, debt and personal finances.
When private financial pressure can spill over into risky behaviour at work (expenses, time recording, bonus chasing).
The “U-curve” of financial stress across a legal career – high at the start, easing, then rising again later on.
How questionable money advice on social media can lead people into bad decisions.
New ideas for a healthier money culture in law, including anonymous communities where lawyers can finally ask the real questions.
