Emma Matebalavu has many accolades to her name. She is the Co-head of Clifford Chance’s Global Financial Markets practice in London and a Partner specialising in real estate finance and all types of structured debt. Alongside running some of the biggest finance deals in the world, Emma somehow always makes time for anyone (even someone as junior as me) if we need to speak to her. She is also a mother, a wife and an avid reader.

As a junior in the profession, I spoke to Emma to understand how she balances all her responsibilities with such grace.

In this interview, Emma also shares her journey into law, how she made partner, her tips for those doing their training contracts and her tips for aspiring solicitors.