The Legal Corner Podcast Series

Mr. John Teakell Esq. Founder of The Law Office of John R. Teakell joins us in this episode to talk about his journey From Prosecutor to Criminal Defence Attorney. Mr. Teakell discusses his professional journey and illustrates how his time as a prosecutor prepared him for his current role as a criminal defence attorney where he specializes in white-collar crimes.John also provided

Ms. Jeniece St. Romain Attorney-at-Law and International Trade Law Consultant joins us in this episode to talk about the Caribbean Single Market and Economy (CSME).Ms. St. Romain provides great insights into the origins of the CSME, its purpose, and the regional institutions that support its implementation.You may access Ms. St. Romain's blog Navigating Trade Winds here: https

Mr. Michael McCready, Esq., Founder & Managing Partner at McCready Law joins us in this episode to discuss Ridesharing Services.Mr. McCready provides us with a working definition of ridesharing services and discusses the ramifications if these drivers are legally considered as employees or independent contractors. Michael also gives us an overview of the economic benefits assoc

Division Director Mr. Marlon Parieaho joins us in this episode to talk about Toastmasters in the Community.Mr. Parieaho traces the history of Toastmasters International globally as well as right here at home in Trinidad and Tobago. With over 20 clubs in Trinidad and Tobago Toastmasters provides opportunities for persons to develop their leadership and communication skills. If you a

Mr. Joshua Baron, Esq. joins us in this episode to talk about Building Referral Relationships.For lawyers and small business owners referral relationships are crucial to business growth and continuity. Mr. Baron highlights the importance of these relationships and provides a framework of generosity through which we can prevent these relationships from becoming transactional.If you

Mr. Sheldon Paul Mycoo, Attorney-at-Law joins us in this episode to discuss: Companies Registry: The CROS System.The Companies Registry has undergone major changes with regard to the manner in which documents are to be filed and transactions conducted. There is now a new procedure for both the registration of businesses and the incorporation of companies.Mr. Mycoo walks us through

Dr. Cavila Garraway​​​​​, MD, Holistic Wellness Practitioner joins us on the show to talk about Holistic Wellness.Holistic health is an approach to wellness that simultaneously addresses the physical, mental, emotional, social and spiritual components of health. Dr. Garraway, MD, who is also a medical doctor, blends this approach along with her Western Medicine background

Ms. Khadine Harvey, Head of Barbican Chambers joins us on the show to talk about Obtaining a Protection Order.A protection order is a tool that may be used by persons residing in the same household who are experiencing domestic violence. Ms. Harvey provides insight into the expanded definition of domestic violence under the amended legislation as well as the expanded categories of

Ms. Lynda Gopeesingh Attorney-at-Law joins us in this episode to discuss Custody and Maintenance in the Magistrate's Court.Since the advent of the COVID-19 pandemic, these applications are not being made online. The paramount consideration for the court when dealing with these types of matters is the welfare of the child.Ms. Gopeesingh provided great insights into what occurs

Chief Public Defender Ms. Hasine Shaikh joins us in this episode to discuss the topic Legal Aid: The Public Defender's Department.The Public Defender's Department is the brainchild of former Attorney General Hon. Faris Al Rawi,MP and currently consists of 28 attorneys. This department provides assistance to members of the public who are unable to afford legal representati