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Corporate Counsel

The Time Is Now for Corporate Legal Collaboration

Solve complex problems, forecast legal spend, manage risk and partner with a diverse set of business stakeholders—these are just a few of the vast demands placed on in-house legal. In addition, corporate legal departments are facing new disruptions, such as changes to law firm practice models and advancements in technology.
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Corporate Counsel

Why 'GC' Should Mean 'Great Communicator'

Many GCs already have begun to play a larger role in corporate communications, as they address all aspects of risk management today. Tangential or episodic involvement, however, is not enough.
5 minute read

Corporate Counsel

5 Ways Board Members Can Mitigate #MeToo Risks

In light of reports claiming former CBS CEO Les Moonves obstructed an investigation of sexual misconduct allegations against him, here's a look at five ways board members can prevent harassment, and keep investigations independent.
4 minute read

The Recorder

5 Ways Board Members Can Limit #MeToo Risks, Insure Independent Investigations

With reports claiming former CEO Les Moonves obstructed an internal investigation of sexual misconduct allegations at CBS, here's a look at five ways board members can prevent harassment, and keep investigations independent.
4 minute read

Delaware Business Court Insider

CEO Resigns in Wake of Court's Finding of Fraud in $115M Sale of Payment Processing Co.

Isreali-based media firm Taptica International Ltd said late Monday that Hagai Tal was resigning after Vice Chancellor Sam Glasscock III in his opinion found that the executive had hidden key information from buyer Great Hill Equity Partners in order to position himself as chief executive of post-merger company BlueSnap Inc.
4 minute read

Corporate Counsel

Of Blockchains and Supply Chains: Crypto Technology Is Still Going Strong

The cryptocurrency crashes during 2018 caused some observers to predict their imminent demise. However, Fidelity Investments' recent creation of a cryptocurrency custody unit certainly reflects credible interest in digital assets among at least some pension funds and traditional asset managers.
5 minute read

Daily Report Online

Meet the GC: Beth Chandler of Rollins Inc.

Asked what she'd tell a law firm lawyer seeking new business from an in-house counsel, Chandler says, "Pitch a product."
3 minute read

Texas Lawyer

Considerations in Selecting Special Committee Members

Whether facing a shareholder demand, considering a large transaction, or launching an internal investigation to uncover and remediate alleged wrongdoing,…
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Corporate Counsel

DOJ's New Policy on Independent Monitors—Time to Beef Up Compliance

The Department of Justice's new guidance regarding the appointment of corporate monitors could significantly change the dynamics for companies dealing with the important element of corporate compliance. This article explores key takeaways to consider as a result of the DOJ's new approach.
7 minute read

Delaware Business Court Insider

Skechers Investor Sues Board in Del. Faulting Disclosure of Costs

A derivative suit filed Tuesday in Delaware federal court accused the directors of Skechers USA Inc. of hiding skyrocketing operational costs from investors at a time when the company was experiencing rapid growth in international sales.
3 minute read

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