Fox Rothschild has recently announced the return of Adam Busler as a partner in the litigation department, based in Atlantic City, New Jersey. Busler is known for his work in resolving commercial and employment disputes, displaying a wealth of experience in both state and federal litigation. His past cases have spanned a range of topics…
Continuing the reshuffling in the corporate world, Baker Hughes announced the appointment of Georgia Magno as its new Chief Legal Officer, to start effective from January 1. The disclosure made on Tuesday marks a critical milestone for both the company and Magno. Bloomberg Law Automation reported the news. Prior to this appointment, Magno held the…
London-based diamond behemoth, De Beers, has revealed a recent shakeup in its executive team, which includes promoting in-house lawyer Tom Johnson to the role of general counsel. Johnson’s journey with De Beers began in 2016 when he joined as head of legal for Element Six, a subsidiary of the company that deals with synthetic diamonds…
During the frenzy of BigLaw’s bonus season, it’s time to take a moment to look at law department compensation by way of our latest report. As every year, the findings are presented in collaboration with Paragon Legal, once again throwing light onto the often opaque world of in-house legal remuneration. In 2023, more than 1,900…
Contract tools are presently at the forefront of demand for professionals in the corporate legal sector, even though there have been reports of contract life-cycle management (CLM) tools not wholly meeting user expectations. This finding is part of the latest State of Legal Technology report by Lexion, which involved a survey of over 200 in-house…
K&L Gates, a multinational law firm with its roots in the US, has resorted to layoffs in four of its US based offices due to lower-than-expected volume of work. The affected offices are located in Chicago, Boston, Washington D.C., and Pittsburgh. Further details about the layoffs can be found on Law.com. In other news, legal…
In the wake of an eight-figure verdict, the legal department of Temple University Health Network is undergoing a significant transformation. The changes were sparked by the realization that their approach to litigation needed to adapt. For more details this article details the conversation between Law.com Litigation Reporter Aleeza Furman and Temple University Health Network General…
In the legal landscape, the balance between narrative and data cannot be overstated. Stories, subjective experiences, and personal anecdotes can often shape our perspectives, drive our decisions, and inevitably impact the future of law. On the other hand, the surge of technological innovation has given increased significance to data. As lawyers navigate this paradigm, the…
In a notable legal development, AI-powered writing assistant service Grammarly has announced the appointment of Jennifer Miller as the company’s general counsel. The news was officially released on a Friday press statement by the company. Miller’s role places her at the helm of Grammarly’s legal function, working with the operating team. Miller comes to Grammarly…
The roles of chief legal officers, chief communications officers, and chief information officers within Fortune 500 companies are increasingly filled by external hires. According to a recent report by Spencer Stuart, 53% of leaders in these roles originate from outside the organization. This novel insight, gleaned from a first-of-its-kind analysis of Fortune 500 C-Suite leadership,…
CS Disco Inc. enlisted the assistance of Cooley to defend themselves against an anticipated class action lawsuit triggered by the departure of Kiwi Camara, the company’s co-founder, and former CEO. Mr. Kiwi, who maintains the distinction of being the youngest-ever graduate of Harvard Law School, left the company under a cloud of allegations about his…
Volvo Cars, the Swedish automaker, is seeing a shift in their legal department as Helen Hu assumes the position of General Counsel. She takes up the reins from Maria Hemberg, an influential legal veteran to whom Hu paid homage, citing her as a mentor. Despite transferrable skills from her predecessor, Hu brings her own unique…
Jeremy Barton, the U.K. General Counsel for KPMG, one of the Four Big accounting firms, recently announced his decision to step down from his position. Barton has played a lead role in the organization’s legal team for the past eight years. His decision to depart comes largely as a result of the firm closing a…
According to a new report by Gartner, only 38% of company boards record high director quality and positive social dynamics. This alarming statistic has sparked calls for general counsels (GCs) to get personally involved in the recruitment and growth of prospective board candidates. The report further reveals that despite the pivotal role of effective boards…
As 2024 approaches, general counsels (GCs) and chief legal officers (CLOs) expect to increase their reliance on external law firms to address their vast legal needs. These needs span new matters, regulatory challenges, and the surge in employee activism. The trend for top corporate lawyers to engage further with outside counsel and dedicate more resources…
Vice Media LLC, having filed for bankruptcy earlier this year and operating under new ownership, recently appointed Jason Guberman as its new general counsel. This change in leadership comes in the wake of the departure of the company’s previous chief legal officer, Maria Krasnikow Harris. As indicated by a succession of legal chief changes, Vice…
On December 6, 2023 at the British Legal Awards, Wim Dejonghe, a prominent figure in the global legal industry, was honoured with the Lifetime Achievement Award. Dejonghe’s illustrious legal career has made him a respected figure in the global legal fraternity. His achievements were recognised alongside that of Clare Maurice, another luminary of the Allen…
In a developing story, Peter Horton, the General Counsel of the Insurance Australia Group (IAG), has departed from his role effective immediately. The departure followed an internal investigation into allegations of misconduct, details of which are not publicly available at this stage. The Australian insurer is among the leading insurance brands in the country, and…
Former chief justice of the Minnesota Supreme Court, Lorie Skjerven Gildea, is joining legal powerhouse Greenberg Traurig. The firm announced on December 3, 2023, that Gildea has come on board as a shareholder, aligning with the appeals and legal issues practice based in Minneapolis. Details were originally reported by Bloomberg Law Automation. Gildea’s professional career…
Seyfarth Shaw, a leading global law firm, is bolstering its Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation Department by welcoming its new partner, Alan Wilmit, as announced recently. The addition of Wilmit is expected to enrich the department based in New York, marking another significant milestone in the firm’s continuous growth. Possessing extensive experience in the realm…
The second annual View from Inside report highlights an image of dissatisfaction amongst in-house counsel, with nearly 90% of respondents reportedly unsatisfied with their current positions. The survey, conducted by Wakefield Research, includes responses from over 200 general counsels across a range of sectors, shedding light on their challenges ahead and potential attrition risks within…
Eversheds Sutherland and Shoosmiths, two prominent firms in the legal industry, have announced major additions to their respective alternative legal service provider (ALSP) teams. These high-profile hires come from two leading global financial institutions, Credit Suisse and Barclays. Full story. In particular, Eversheds has welcomed Julian Gooding to its legal services arm, Konexo. Gooding was…
In an unusual move, Ruth Daniels, the former general counsel of U.K. clothing brand Superdry, has transitioned into the role of chief executive officer at the British Triathlon Federation. This development stands out as it’s less common to witness a legal professional step into the key role of a CEO. Daniels held the position of…
As an experienced General Counsel and legal department leader, I have seen firsthand many attorneys transition from law firms to in-house roles. While many view this transition as an escape from billing hours, difficult partners and lack of meaningful work, there are new sets of challenges that come with an in-house practice. The structure and…
In recent cybercrime news, Ardent Health Services, a Nashville-based healthcare corporation, has announced a severe ransomware attack that significantly affected 30 of its hospitals, leading several emergency rooms to temporarily shut down across at least three states. This unfortunate news was declared on November 27, 2023; it adds yet another chapter to the alarming increases…