Susan Hackett

September 27, 2012 | Corporate Counsel

From in-house veteran Susan Hackett, the second of a two-part discussion of the emerging role, responsibilities, and rising influence of pricing directors in law firms.

By Susan Hackett

18 minute read

September 25, 2012 | Corporate Counsel

From in-house veteran Susan Hackett, the first of a two-part discussion of the emerging role, responsibilities, and rising influence of pricing directors in law firms.

By Susan Hackett

17 minute read

March 19, 2007 | Corporate Counsel

Susan Hackett, GC of the Association of Corporate Counsel, says she's heard disgusted buzzing among corporate counsel about the recent first-year associate pay hikes, but there's been no hint of the revolution she was sure would erupt. Hackett advises in-house legal executives to stand up and demand to know -- in detail -- why prestigious firms believe their inexperienced associates provide more value than a successful partner in a less expensive firm or an expert legal service consultant.

By Susan Hackett

6 minute read

August 04, 2003 | Texas Lawyer

The cost of compliance is clearly a great concern and requires management and the board to make a significant investment and commitment. But the cost of a debacle threatening the continued viability of your company is even higher -- and adopting higher standards likely will pay off again and again in the coming months and years.

By Susan Hackett

9 minute read

March 03, 2003 | Texas Lawyer

While recent events have underlined some of the potential rifts between management and the board, these events have also created a tremendous opportunity for in-house counsel to step into that divide, showing personal leadership and reinforcing the value of the legal function.

By Susan Hackett

10 minute read

March 19, 2007 | Law.com

Susan Hackett, GC of the Association of Corporate Counsel, says she's heard disgusted buzzing among corporate counsel about the recent first-year associate pay hikes, but there's been no hint of the revolution she was sure would erupt. Hackett advises in-house legal executives to stand up and demand to know -- in detail -- why prestigious firms believe their inexperienced associates provide more value than a successful partner in a less expensive firm or an expert legal service consultant.

By Susan Hackett

6 minute read

April 15, 2002 | National Law Journal

In the EU, the attorney-client privilege does not exist for in-house lawyers and U.S. outside counsel.

By Susan Hackett

7 minute read

October 29, 2002 | Law.com

At the American Bar Association's annual meeting in August, one of the most important reforms in recent professional history was passed: the recommendations of the ABA's Commission on Multijurisdictional Practice. Does this proposal have a major effect on corporate counsel? You betcha. Here's how it affects you, and what you can do to help your state bar ensure that MJP reforms are enacted in your neck of the woods.

By Susan Hackett

9 minute read

March 19, 2007 | Law.com

Susan Hackett, GC of the Association of Corporate Counsel, says she's heard disgusted buzzing among corporate counsel about the recent first-year associate pay hikes, but there's been no hint of the revolution she was sure would erupt. Hackett advises in-house legal executives to stand up and demand to know -- in detail -- why prestigious firms believe their inexperienced associates provide more value than a successful partner in a less expensive firm or an expert legal service consultant.

By Susan Hackett

6 minute read

May 03, 2002 | Texas Lawyer

Who hasn`t read at least 20 editorials or news stories about the issues that Enron Corp. raises for the future of corporate practice? The result is that a lot of folks want to increase the regulatory scrutiny of corporate advisers, as well as adopt tighter government regulations for board members and executives. I don`t believe that stricter regulations or new laws are likely to prevent future Enrons. Regulations never will prevent the bad behavior of those who wish to avoid regulatory intent.

By SUSAN HACKETT

6 minute read