In-house lawyers with ambitions of reaching the general counsel (GC) seat often find limited opportunities within the Fortune 500. However, many of these aspiring GCs are exploring the vibrant and expanding world of private equity, where opportunities are plentiful but less conventional.
The shift in the business world has been notable: while the number of publicly traded companies in the U.S. has significantly declined since the late 1990s, the private equity sector has seen substantial growth. This evolution has opened new doors for in-house legal professionals within private equity-owned companies and those backed by venture capital. Sarah Tinsley, general counsel of Culture Amp, described the allure of these roles, noting, “You have a combination of doing the strategy and the management pieces, but also getting your hands dirty. And I really love that.”
An in-depth examination of this trend and Tinsley’s insights can be found in the original article.