Medtronic’s Ivan Fong to Retire as General Counsel in 2025, Paving Way for Rival Firm’s Leader

Ivan Fong, Medtronic’s General Counsel and a notable figure in the legal community for his active stance on diversity, is set to retire effective July 21, 2025. Fong, now 63, was highly regarded for his role as one of the most visible general counsels to support an amicus brief challenging former President Donald Trump’s executive actions targeting the law firm of Perkins Coie. He made substantial contributions to shaping the legal dynamics within Medtronic and a transition in leadership is imminent. His successor comes from a rival firm, ensuring a smooth transition backed by substantial industry caliber. Additional details can be accessed through Law.com.