Perry Siatis, General Counsel at AbbVie, emphasizes that being a good lawyer is not solely sufficient to succeed as a general counsel. According to Siatis, success in this role requires a combination of business acumen, an ability to influence, and a keen understanding of how to safeguard the company’s reputation. This approach, which aligns with the company’s broader focus on impact and change, underlines the necessity for legal professionals in corporate roles to think beyond traditional legal expertise and consider wider business goals.
For further reading on Perry Siatis’ insights and leadership philosophy at AbbVie, you can access the original interview here.