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Trudy Knockless

Trudy Knockless

Trudy Knockless is a reporter on ALM Media's Business of Law desk.  She has a background serving legal and insurance publications. Contact her at [email protected] or on LinkedIn at Trudy Knockless. 

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January 11, 2022 | Corporate Counsel

Tax-Preparation Giant Hires Former Coca-Cola Co. Lawyer as Chief Legal Officer

Company CEO Jeff Jones said Chief Legal Officer Dara Redler brings a wealth of experience in governance, strategic negotiations, and navigating complex legal and regulatory matters.

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January 07, 2022 | Corporate Counsel

Former Disney Exec Joins Copyright Office as General Counsel

Suzanne Wilson will begin Jan. 31 as general counsel and associate register of copyrights.

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2 minute read

January 06, 2022 | Corporate Counsel

GC of Billionaire Perelman's Holding Company Joins Boutique Law Firm

"I'm eager to join the team as we advise and litigate on behalf of plaintiffs and defendants in an increasingly complex, fast-paced landscape," Timothy Martin said.

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January 05, 2022 | Corporate Counsel

Smart Home Technology Startup Snags Seasoned Legal Chief as CLO

Brian Roberts, SmartRent's new CLO, gained prior public company experience by serving as general counsel of iGo Inc.

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January 04, 2022 | Corporate Counsel

University General Counsel Retires After 25 Years at Legal Helm

Mercer University is launching a search for a successor to William G. Solomon IV.

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2 minute read

December 29, 2021 | Corporate Counsel

A Big 2021 Trend: Big Law Lawyers Take In-House Plunge

Lawyers who traded law firm positions for in-house roles say they've welcomed leaving behind billable hours and have embraced the opportunity to tackle problems from more of a business perspective. However, with the pros come the cons, such as making do with fewer legal resources.

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5 minute read

December 23, 2021 | Corporate Counsel

Fast-Growing Hotel Company With Big International Ambitions Appoints CLO

The projects the company is planning span the globe, from Belgium to Qatar.

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December 22, 2021 | Corporate Counsel

In-House Experts Weigh In on What to Watch in 2022

"Most legal departments are both highly dependent on outside counsel, and not able to bear dramatic increases in price, like the ones being discussed," said Jason Winmill, managing partner of Argopoint.

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December 22, 2021 | Corporate Counsel

Legal Chiefs Don't Get Enough Agenda Time at Board Meetings, Survey Finds

"Quality and quantity time for the GC with the board is essential for the optimal performance of the GC role," said Jon Hoak, former general counsel of Flextronics and NCR Corp.

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December 21, 2021 | Corporate Counsel

Maker of Master Lock Hires Replacement for Retiring General Counsel

The new GC, Hiranda Donoghue, worked at Walgreens Boots Alliance before joining Baxter, where she has been serving as deputy general counsel.

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