October 16, 2024 | Corporate Counsel
GC Who Helped Fanatics Pull Off Growth Tear Joins Acquisitive Provider of Live Event LogisticsGlobal Critical Logistics—which moves everything from concerts to art exhibits—already does work in more than 115 nations. But the company says it sees opportunities to accelerate growth and is hiring the talent—including Fanatics' Caren Yeamans—to support it.
By James Palmer
3 minute read
October 15, 2024 | Corporate Counsel
GC of Florida State Agency Steps Down After Threatening TV Stations That Aired Abortion-Rights AdJohn Wilson, the general counsel of the Florida Department of Health, had argued that the ad contained false information, an assertion its sponsor disputes.
By James Palmer
3 minute read
October 14, 2024 | Corporate Counsel
CLO of Newly Public Health Care Provider Retires Without ExplanationSteven Reed had been with BrightSpring Health Services and its predecessor for more than two decades, serving the last 11 years as legal chief.
By James Palmer
2 minute read
October 14, 2024 | Corporate Counsel
Photronics GC Placed on Leave in June Departs—With Company Paying an Extra Year of SalaryThe maker of semiconductor components had said it was sidelining Richelle Burr "during the pendency of an ongoing internal review regarding certain Company transactions and other matters." But it never provided details on the inquiry or shed light on its outcome.
By James Palmer
3 minute read
October 09, 2024 | Corporate Counsel
Attorney Gives Up 25-Year Law Firm Career to Become CLO of Seattle's Pro Soccer Teams"This is truly a dream job for me, and I couldn't be more excited to put my skills and experience to the test, learn new things, and work with the dynamic teams for my two favorite clubs," Christine Masse said on LinkedIn.
By James Palmer
3 minute read
October 08, 2024 | Corporate Counsel
Crisis Manager for 'Rust' Lands GC Role at One of Its ProducersMelina Spadone will help Thomasville Pictures handle everything from litigation stemming from the fatal shooting on the movie's set to compliance with European Union regulations as it branches into Europe.
By James Palmer
4 minute read
October 07, 2024 | Corporate Counsel
Sports Attorney Rejoins Jets for Second Tour of Duty as GCAndrew Lee, who has more than a quarter-century of sports law experience, is replacing Jill Kelley, who departed in July.
By James Palmer
2 minute read
October 04, 2024 | Corporate Counsel
DOJ's Visa Antitrust Suit Hands Class Action Lawyers New Line of Attack Against Payments GiantThe same day the Department of Justice sued Visa, the company set aside another $1.5 billion for its U.S. litigation escrow fund.
By James Palmer
3 minute read
October 03, 2024 | Corporate Counsel
GC Jumps Aboard Red Roof as It Upgrades Brand, Ramps Up Growth Ambitions"We will elevate this brand, this company and our business. We will do that with a better and more consistent experience for our guests," Red Roof President Zack Gharib said.
By James Palmer
2 minute read
October 02, 2024 | Corporate Counsel
CLO of Realtor Group Exits After Stinging Court Defeat, Internal TurmoilIn the wake of the departure of Chief Legal Officer Katie Johnson, the National Association of Realtors will "develop a comprehensive strategy for its approach to all existing litigation and begin an assessment of any additional risk the association has based on current policies and rules," CEO Nykia Wright said in an email to members.
By James Palmer
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