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Heather Nevitt

Heather Nevitt

Heather D. Nevitt is the Editor-in-Chief of Corporate Counsel and Global Leaders in Law.

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June 06, 2023 | Corporate Counsel

With AI in Regulators' Crosshairs, What's Next for Fintech?

AI is poised to change the face of fintech, promising groundbreaking enhancements to marketing and decisioning models and unmatched efficiency in content generation. But regulators are concerned that the adoption of AI tools may "perpetuate unlawful bias, automate unlawful discrimination, and produce other harmful outcomes."

By Caroline Stapleton and Amanda Lawrence

9 minute read

June 06, 2023 | Corporate Counsel

An Open Letter to My Corporate General Counsel Clients on DEI

I reach out to you at this critical time, to inform, advise, support and inspire you. As you well know, there is an unfortunate trend developing in various sections of the United States concerning equity issues. And this trend spurs intolerance, prejudice, fear and even hate.

By Karen Kelly

6 minute read

June 01, 2023 | Corporate Counsel

Let's Talk About Titles: Tips From a Legal Recruiter

Smart in-house counsel knows that whatever lawyer title he or she gets, what really matters in corporate America is the grade level title. This is especially true at publicly traded companies.

By Mike Evers

3 minute read

June 01, 2023 | Corporate Counsel

Generative AI Makes Early Patent Protection More Important

As anyone who follows technology is aware, ChatGPT has made one of the biggest splashes in the innovation pool in recent memory. It has already had a profound effect on the software space as the ripples continue, and will be felt for some time.

By Matthew H. Grady

7 minute read

May 31, 2023 | Corporate Counsel

Corporate Officers' Role in Corporate Governance: What Officers Need to Know

The recent Delaware Court of Chancery decision, In re McDonald's Corporate Stockholder Derivative Litigation is a reminder of corporate officer duties and the vital role that corporate officers play in corporate governance, at both publicly and privately held corporations.

By Beth Berg, John Howard and Hannah Ellis

6 minute read

May 25, 2023 | Corporate Counsel

How AI and Machine Learning Will Transform Your Legal Department

With 80% of executives believing that automation can be applied to any business decision, AI and ML tools are currently the most popular area where business IT departments will invest in 2023.

By Scott Steinberg

9 minute read

May 25, 2023 | Corporate Counsel

Does My Company Need an Acceptable AI Use Policy?

With any new technology, the use of AI tools comes with its own set of challenges, including ethical considerations and potential risks. Such issues make it essential for companies to establish an acceptable use policy for the usage of AI tools.

By Mark Kesslen, Matt Savare and Bryan Sterba

6 minute read

May 24, 2023 | Corporate Counsel

Fuzzy Data Is Not Helping Legal Departments: How to Create and Use Metrics That Matter

Data is clearly key to helping GCs decide where best to focus energy and resources. But notoriously, lawyers are not known for making data-driven decisions. So where do you even start to implement a metrics program which helps create real transformation?

By Eyal Iffergan

5 minute read

May 22, 2023 | Corporate Counsel

Expect The Unexpected: Navigating Future Risks

Greig Taylor, Partner and Managing Director of AlixPartners LLP, shares how a physical and psychological trial 20 years ago shaped who he is as a leader today.

By Greig Taylor

6 minute read

May 16, 2023 | International Edition

Are You Utilizing AI Yet? It May Change Your Relationship With Outside Counsel

"There's a lot of potential for AI to totally disrupt our business, so we better be at the forefront of using it," says Grab general counsel Chris Betts.

By Ben Seal

8 minute read