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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December 27, 2024 | Corporate Counsel

Some of 2024's Most Notable GC Moves Were Drenched in Drama

Norfolk Southern found itself looking for its seventh legal chief in seven years after firing Nabanita Nag in September.

By Trudy Knockless

5 minute read

December 26, 2024 | Corporate Counsel

Meat Institute Promotes Former Senior Tyson Lawyer to GC

Mark Dopp is handing the legal reins to his top deputy, Bryan Burns, after serving as GC for a quarter-century.

By Trudy Knockless

2 minute read

December 20, 2024 | Corporate Counsel

Legal Departments Gripe About Outside Counsel but Rarely Talk to Them

“It’s dangerous for law departments to manage their firms solely through invoices or compliance guidelines. You need a more holistic view," said Brad Blickstein, CEO of the Blickstein Group consultancy.

By Trudy Knockless

4 minute read

December 20, 2024 | Corporate Counsel

GC With Deep GM Experience Takes Legal Reins of Power Management Giant

Lucy Clark Dougherty's legal career has taken her in many directions, from senior posts in the Justice Department and Department of Homeland Security to a board seat at Hertz.

By Trudy Knockless

2 minute read

December 19, 2024 | Corporate Counsel

'Everything From A to Z': University GCs Tested by Legal, Financial, Societal Challenges

“The issues in higher education are some of the most compelling out there right now,” said David Simon, former general counsel of the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine.

By Trudy Knockless

6 minute read

December 17, 2024 | Corporate Counsel

CLO Twilio Courted With Millions Exiting After 3 Years

Dana Wagner joined the cloud-based communication platform just before growth slowed dramatically, causing the stock price to tumble and activist investors to attack management.

By Trudy Knockless

2 minute read

December 13, 2024 | Corporate Counsel

As Costs and Workloads Mount, Law Departments Turn to Tech and Workflow Overhauls

Legal spending is expected to grow from last year. About 65% of respondents in a Harbor survey anticipate an increase in in-house spending, while 58% foresee a rise in outside counsel spending.

By Trudy Knockless

3 minute read

December 09, 2024 | Corporate Counsel

HubSpot Chief Legal Officer Departs 'Upon Mutual Agreement' After Just 2 Years

Under the legal leadership of Alyssa Harvey Dawson, HubSpot made three acquisitions and saw its market value swell to $38 billion.

By Trudy Knockless

2 minute read

December 09, 2024 | Corporate Counsel

Ex-Cancer Society CLO Takes Legal Reins of Habitat for Humanity International

Outside of his day jobs, Tim Phillips serves as general counsel of the Navy SEAL Foundation.

By Trudy Knockless

3 minute read

December 06, 2024 | Corporate Counsel

Ex-Google Exec Joins AI Company as First CLO

"This is a pivotal moment, not just for Turing, but for the entire AI ecosystem," said Catherine Lacavera, chief legal oficer of Turing.Enterprises. "AI is reshaping industries, and companies need strong legal frameworks to navigate the challenges and opportunities it presents."

By Trudy Knockless

2 minute read