In an insightful interview with Law.com, Phebe Hemmings, head of legal and compliance at Barratt Redrow, elaborates on her expectations from external counsel. Hemmings, who navigated the company through a merger valued at £2.5 billion in 2024, places a strong emphasis on a broader and higher quality service from external legal teams. Her approach is informed by experiences ranging from an antitrust investigation to an impending Supreme Court case.
Hemmings discusses warning signs that make her cautious about external counsel, which include limited scope services that do not fulfill the comprehensive needs of a major corporation like Barratt Redrow. For further insights into Hemmings’ interview and her detailed expectations, visit the full article on Law.com.