Trudy Knockless

July 30, 2024 | Corporate Counsel

Matthew Campobasso aims to lead by example.

By Trudy Knockless

8 minute read

July 30, 2024 | Corporate Counsel

"People often think that, because I'm an attorney, I like to fight or win. But really, I like to solve problems and achieve the goals of the organization and its people," says Amy O'Connell, general counsel at environmental consulting and management firm Roux Associates.

By Trudy Knockless

7 minute read

July 29, 2024 | Corporate Counsel

"The wage transparency laws being enacted in more states and the increased discussion around pay equity are putting female GCs and CLOs in a better position to negotiate for equal pay," said Heather Fine, co-author of the report and a partner on Major Lindsey's in-house recruiting team. "However, the 28% global disparity is still significant, and it remains a critical area that we need to address."

By Trudy Knockless

3 minute read

July 29, 2024 | Corporate Counsel

"There seems to be an implication that when a GC says 'transparency,' what they want is more detailed hourly notations and time logs," one general counsel said. "That is partially true. I do want that. But what I really want is more transparency on everything."

By Trudy Knockless

8 minute read

July 29, 2024 | Corporate Counsel

"It's not completely taking over my oversight and judgment," Luigi Caldeira, a senior paralegal at Greenberg Traurig, said. "Rather, it's an added feature to increase my productivity and allow me more time to focus on the big stuff."

By Trudy Knockless

7 minute read

July 24, 2024 | Corporate Counsel

"The need for high-quality legal talent certainly has not decreased. ... However, current rates of compensation do not necessarily reflect that need, creating an opportunity for those companies willing to recognize the value of premier legal talent," according to Major, Lindsey & Africa's 2024 Global In-House Compensation Survey.

By Trudy Knockless

4 minute read

July 23, 2024 | Corporate Counsel

"Nothing is ever quite right," said Basha Rubin, CEO and cofounder of Priori Legal. "It's too uncertain, it's too large, it's too complicated, or they need too fast a turnaround,"

By Trudy Knockless

5 minute read

July 19, 2024 | Corporate Counsel

In a conversation with Corporate Counsel, Simon Zinger, the group general counsel at Entain, shared his journey of overhauling Entain's compliance structure, the strategies that led to securing a full and unrestricted license in Nevada, and his vision for the future.

By Trudy Knockless

9 minute read

July 18, 2024 | Corporate Counsel

Damier Xandrine said she was drawn to the mission of Tala, which through an app offers microloans globally of between $10 and $500.

By Trudy Knockless

3 minute read

July 16, 2024 | Corporate Counsel

Harter's Whirlpool severance agreement bars her from working in the appliance industry for two years. So she's headed to Lam Research, a maker of tools used in making computer chips, as the AI boom gives that industry an unprecedented boost.

By Trudy Knockless

3 minute read