Beyond the Gavel
Step into the world where medicine meets the law. Hosted by internationally renowned surgeon and medico-legal expert Rodney Peyton, Beyond the Gavel dives deep into the intersection of medical negligence, personal injury, and the evolving landscape of legal business. Each episode features candid conversations with top experts, legal minds, and business leaders who are shaping the future of this high-stakes industry. Whether you’re a legal professional, medical expert, or just curious about the real stories behind the cases, this is the podcast where the courtroom and the consulting room collide.
Beyond the Gavel
Beyond the Gavel with Geoff Simpsonm Scott
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In this episode of Beyond the Gavel, host Rodney Peyton speaks with Geoff Simpson-Scott, equity partner at Hodge Jones & Allen and a leading authority in clinical negligence law. Geoff reflects on his early career in the Royal Courts of Justice, his path into claimant work, and how relationships shaped his opportunities. The discussion covers professional values, the ethics and risks of AI in litigation, the importance of case screening and risk assessment, and the pressures facing the next generation of lawyers. Geoff also shares practical lessons on working with experts, understanding the defense perspective, and mentoring juniors to combine independence with discipline in a demanding field.