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Hugo Guzman

Hugo Guzman

Hugo Guzman is a reporter on ALM's in-house desk based in California, covering legal departments at disruptive technology companies, as well as labor and employment issues involving the NLRB, EEOC and other regulators. Connect with him at [email protected] today.

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July 26, 2021 | Corporate Counsel

Fund Honoring Former Providence Health CLO to Help St. Louis Girls' Educational Programs

The Verona Dorch Memorial Fund plans to raise $50,000 for Girls Inc. St. Louis professional and educational programs in and around St. Louis.

By Hugo Guzman

2 minute read

July 22, 2021 | Corporate Counsel

Discover GC Wanji Walcott Named Chair of Minority Corporate Counsel Association

Walcott is the first Black woman to chair the MCCA's board of directors, according to her predecessor.

By Hugo Guzman

2 minute read

July 21, 2021 | Corporate Counsel

EBay Is Again Under Fire for Alleged Cyberstalking Campaign by Former Execs

"When we were attacked, it was just terrifying. We were attacked online, we were doxxed, we were sent intimidating packages, threats, intimidation," Ina Steiner said in a statement released by her attorney.

By Hugo Guzman

3 minute read

July 21, 2021 | Corporate Counsel

GCs Face Obstacles in Stopping Remote Workplace Sexual Harassment

"The amount of people working remotely is going to increase," Shea Holman, director of law and policy at The Purple Campaign, said. "[Even] when employees are not in the workplace, that doesn't mean sexual harassment will go away."

By Hugo Guzman

3 minute read

July 20, 2021 | Corporate Counsel

Amid Tech Industry Antitrust Frenzy, Sony CLO Quits Game

"I have enjoyed it all immensely and will be handing off a great team—actually the best there is—to a great new leader," Russell said.

By Hugo Guzman

2 minute read

July 19, 2021 | Corporate Counsel

Will More Legal Chiefs Follow Morgan Stanley in Eschewing Remote Work?

Legal leaders from 3M, Coinbase, W.R. Grace and Lexion have a different view of remote work than Morgan Stanley's Eric Grossman.

By Dan Clark | Phillip Bantz | Hugo Guzman

4 minute read

July 16, 2021 | Corporate Counsel

Shaping the Future: Why Tech Lawyers Are Flocking to Startup GC Roles

"Being able to come in and build something from the ground up can be a very exciting challenge," recruiter Sonya Olds Som said.

By Hugo Guzman

4 minute read

July 14, 2021 | Corporate Counsel

How In-House Lawyers, as 'Rigorous Thinkers,' Can Take Their Place at the Table

"I really think the GC needs to assert herself much more often and much earlier," Filevine CEO Ryan Anderson said.

By Hugo Guzman

5 minute read

July 13, 2021 | Corporate Counsel

'Fail Better': This Is Diversity's Moment, but It Must Be More, Legal Industry Leaders Say

"The processes at law firms are stale," Duane Hughes, Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe managing director for inclusion and client relations, said. "We've had the same processes for decades in some cases."

By Hugo Guzman

4 minute read

July 13, 2021 | Corporate Counsel

Coca-Cola Taps Longtime In-House Lawyer for North America GC Role

"[I'm] grateful for the confidence that Monica Howard Douglas has placed in me to help lead the continuing journey of this magical company," Brian Henry said on LinkedIn, announcing the move.

By Hugo Guzman

2 minute read