20 questions with John Hutchinson

Pitmans Law Managing Partner was put in BCL Legal’s hot seat this month as he answered their top 20 quick-fire questions. From his favourite book to his inspiration in business, find out more about John!

What time did you wake up this morning?
5.30am

What’s your favourite object in your office?
A photo of my daughter

Who is your closest colleague?
My PA, Jackie – we’ve worked together for many years

Do you have a favourite family heirloom?
No

What’s your favourite song of all time?
Thunder Road by Bruce Springsteen

What’s your favourite play?
A Man for All Seasons

Who’s your favourite movie star?
Daniel Day-Lewis

What’s your favourite book?
Farewell, My Lovely

What book are you reading right now?
Civilisation: A personal view by Lord Clark

What book do you wish you had written?
50 Shades of Grey

What’s the greatest invention of all time?
Bitcoin

Is there a sport that you wish you could play?
Snowboarding

Who inspires you in business?
Elon Musk

Dress up, dress down or somewhere in between?
In the middle

Where do you go to relax?
Home

What country have you always wanted to visit?
Ethiopia

Besides your phone, what do you always have with you?
Pen and paper

What’s the best part about your job?
Happy clients

What’s your favourite post-work tipple?
Champagne

Finally, what’s your guilty pleasure?
No such thing