Heather Nevitt

November 02, 2021 | Corporate Counsel

Hiring employees to work remotely in states with recreational marijuana laws can raise complex issues. An employer who hires an employee in a state with recreational marijuana laws should ensure that its hiring practices align with state law.

By Matthew Scully and Diamond Stewart

6 minute read

October 28, 2021 | Law.com

How do you build a culture of wellbeing? For those of us out there talking to legal leaders, the secret sauce is prioritizing DEI in the workplace and allowing workplace flexibility.

By Heather Nevitt

6 minute read

October 28, 2021 | Corporate Counsel

In these candid Q&As, the honorees share their top leadership advice.

By Heather Nevitt

1 minute read

October 26, 2021 | Corporate Counsel

Shareholder proposals on environment related issues including climate change have increased for the second year in a row and there is no reason to believe that trend will change in 2022. Of the 115 environmental proposals submitted, 85 were climate related.

By Lloyd M. Johnson Jr.

6 minute read

October 21, 2021 | Corporate Counsel

In a recent survey of global general counsel, 90% said there needs to be improvement among outside counsel in providing tailored, bespoke advice. To do this, your outside provider needs a clear understanding of how the business operates, and the imagination to tailor the advice through that lens.

By Lean Adviser GC

5 minute read

October 21, 2021 | Corporate Counsel

Clients and—in at least one instance—litigation funding companies are increasingly using their considerable leverage over law firms to create incentives and accountability around origination credit, which has emerged as a key to attracting and retaining diverse attorneys.

By Zack Needles

7 minute read

October 18, 2021 | Corporate Counsel

Digital transformation is about more than just technology – it's also about how that technology is harnessed to improve business models, enhance operational efficiency, and revolutionize customer experience.

By Scott Steinberg

3 minute read

October 11, 2021 | Corporate Counsel

Laying the groundwork for collaboration—including knowing who and who not to bring in the room, and giving business context to outside counsel—can be the difference-maker between success and failure for general counsel involved in business initiatives.

By Lean Adviser GC

5 minute read

October 11, 2021 | Corporate Counsel

Corporate Counsel in conjunction with Global Leaders in Law (GLL) is delighted to invite you to participate in this short survey designed to assess how in-house legal departments are leading and driving innovation.

By Heather Nevitt

1 minute read

October 08, 2021 | Corporate Counsel

Every law firm prides itself on client service, but in-house counsel say it's become far too common to watch firms roll out the red carpet when vying for work and then roll it right back up once they're hired.

By Zack Needles

6 minute read