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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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March 06, 2024 | Corporate Counsel

Geico Hires Chief Legal Officer With Deep Experience at Financial Bluebloods

The nation's No. 2 auto insurer has new legal team leadership for the first time since 2013.

By Trudy Knockless

2 minute read

March 06, 2024 | Corporate Counsel

Elanco Hires GC Just as Activist Investor Calls for CEO's Ouster

Shiv O'Neill's first high-stakes task will be helping the company navigate its relationship with Ancora Capital.

By Trudy Knockless

2 minute read

March 06, 2024 | Corporate Counsel

Duke GC Who Built National Profile, Helped School Navigate Lacrosse Controversy to Retire

Pamela Bernard led the legal team for nearly two decades while also holding national leadership roles, including serving as co-chair of the Knight Commission on Intercollegiate Athletics.

By Trudy Knockless

2 minute read

March 05, 2024 | Corporate Counsel

'You're Going to Get a Lot of Pushback': A GC's First 100 Days Pave Way for Success—or Failure

"If it seems like you're raising the red flag on every level of risk at every issue, you're not going to be able to build that relationship," said Ashlin Quirk, general counsel of Axiom.

By Trudy Knockless

7 minute read

February 29, 2024 | Corporate Counsel

Music Streaming Nonprofit Hires First GC as AI Risks Loom

"Over the past decade, DiMA's members have created enormous value for music creators and fans alike, driving rapid growth for the entire music industry in the process," said newly appointed General Counsel Colin Rushing.

By Trudy Knockless

3 minute read

February 28, 2024 | Corporate Counsel

Harvard Seeks GC Who Can Help It Navigate 'Heightened Social, Political and Philanthropic Scrutiny'

The university has enlisted Korn Ferry to assist with the GC search. Current legal chief Diane Lopez is stepping down this week.

By Trudy Knockless

3 minute read

February 27, 2024 | Corporate Counsel

Corporation for Public Broadcasting Hires Successor to Longtime GC

The nonprofit, which doles out a half-billion dollars in federal funds annually, went outside the media industry to replace retiring General Counsel Westwood Smithers Jr., who has held the role since 2005.

By Trudy Knockless

2 minute read

February 21, 2024 | Corporate Counsel

HP Enterprise Swiftly Fills General Counsel Opening

Rishi Varma's hiring as chief legal officer of the agricultural giant Cargill created an advancement opportunity for an in-house veteran.

By Trudy Knockless

2 minute read

February 20, 2024 | Corporate Counsel

Ibotta Hires Longtime In-House Leader to Plot $2B IPO

David Shapiro will serve as the first chief legal officer of the company, which helps major brands provide rewards and rebates to consumers.

By Trudy Knockless

2 minute read

February 20, 2024 | Corporate Counsel

GC of FTD Takes Legal Reins of Newly Independent Weather Co.

The new owner of The Weather Co., which operates The Weather Channel app and website, has tapped David Strauss to lead the legal team. This is the third private-equity-owned firm where he's been general counsel.

By Trudy Knockless

3 minute read