On the Couch with Biscoes
On the Couch with Biscoes is your home for honest, unscripted conversations with the people who help our local community thrive. Brought to you by Biscoes Solicitors, this podcast steps away from the legal world and into the stories, values, and experiences of the businesses, organisations, and individuals we collaborate with every day.
Each episode invites you to settle into a cosy, comforting space where real people share what keeps them moving, lessons learned, challenges overcome, and the passions that drive their work. If you’re searching for heavy legal talk, this isn’t the place. But if you want heartfelt, open conversations with the voices shaping our community, you’re in exactly the right spot.
So grab a cuppa, get comfy, and join us on the couch. There’s always room for one more.
On the Couch with Biscoes
On the Couch with Adam Manning
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In this episode of On the Couch with Biscoes, Alison is joined by colleague Adam Manning, solicitor and one of the few notaries public in the UK. Adam lifts the lid on the fascinating world of notarial work, from authenticating documents for overseas weddings to handling international property transactions and urgent business needs.
He shares the unusual and rigorous training involved, including studying Roman law and private international law, and explains why notaries remain essential for creating trust in documents used abroad. Adam also talks about his unique legal seal, the pressure of last‑minute requests, and how he and his team step in to help clients meet tight international deadlines.
The conversation ends on a lighter note as Adam reveals his passion for space, space law, and (of course) the occasional terrible dad joke.
A warm, insightful episode showcasing a rare legal specialism and the person behind it.