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Behind The Narrative

Behind Sir Nigel Knowles: Disruptor, driver, and leader of the legal industry

03 Nov 2025

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In this episode of Behind the Narrative, hosts Katharine Spence and Ian King are joined by Sir Nigel Knowles, one of the most influential figures in the global legal industry, for a candid conversation about leadership, transformation, and the future of law.As the architect behind DLA Piper’s rise to become the world’s largest law firm in 2011, and former Chair and CEO of DWF Group, Nigel’s career, including taking a firm public to subsequently delisting it, offers a masterclass in strategic reinvention.In this wide-ranging discussion, Nigel shares his perspective on the legal sector being ripe for consolidation, the cultural foundations of successful mergers, the pros and cons of public vs. private ownership, and what DWF’s journey reveals about both, and how AI is reshaping the legal profession, from recruitment to pricing.Whether you're in law, leadership, or simply curious about how industries evolve, this episode offers rare insight from someone who’s helped shape the modern legal landscape.Guest: Sir Nigel Knowles Hosts: Katharine Spence & Ian King Get in touch: [email protected]  A production by H/Advisors, the global strategic communications group: www.h-advisors.global   Website: www.h-advisors.global    Social Links: www.linkedin.com/company/h-advisors

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