A critical lawyer resigns. Who takes over the regulatory decisions, business relationships, institutional knowledge, and legal & contractual issues already in motion? If the answer is “the GC,” “outside counsel,” or “we’ll figure it out,” the legal function has a … [more]
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The Underdog Advantage: What Sets Extraordinary General Counsel Apart
Most General Counsel are not underdogs in the traditional sense. They are highly educated, deeply trained, and often sit near the center of power. They advise CEOs, boards, investors, executive teams, and business leaders making consequential decisions. And yet, in … [more]
Key Takeaways from The Conference Board’s 2026 CLO Report
Here are the key takeaways from The Conference Board’s 2026 CLO Report, which examines the evolving role of the Chief Legal Officer (CLO) at US public companies and highlights the CLO’s transition to a central C-Suite position. Role Evolution and … [more]
Rethinking the “Shortlist” for Chief Legal Officers and General Counsel
The traditional advice still applies: excel, build relationships, demonstrate leadership, produce results. Executives don’t put people on the shortlist simply because they are technically strong or highly reliable. They do it because they trust how that person thinks when the … [more]
Contingent vs. Retained Search: Should You or Shouldn’t You?
Most organizations don’t actually choose a search model. They decide: “We need a General Counsel quickly.” And one assumption immediately appears: “Retained means paying more.” You’re not paying more if you have the right search partner. For senior legal searches, … [more]
GC’s Navigational Gut Check: Is Your Career On Track?
Sometimes “it” is hard to name. The role hasn’t changed on paper, but something feels off. A new CEO arrives. A private equity or venture sponsor comes in. Decision-making speeds up – or sideways. Expectations shift, quietly. This isn’t about … [more]
The Real Pros and Cons of Working With A Specialized Legal Search Firm
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Year-End Reflections: A Season to Pause, Appreciate, and Recalibrate
As the year draws to a close and the calendar fills with celebrations; Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hanukkah, and countless other moments of light and connection many of us instinctively take stock. Amid gatherings, travel plans, and check-ins with friends and family, … [more]
“In God We Trust” – Now Show Me the Data: How GCs Are Proving Legal’s Value with Metrics
For decades, legal has operated as a trusted advisor—relied upon for judgment, insight, and institutional knowledge. But in today’s data-driven enterprise, intuition alone isn’t enough. Boards, CEOs, and CFOs don’t just want to hear that legal is adding value. They … [more]
How to Decide if It’s Time to Hire In-House Counsel vs. Relying on Law Firm Spend
The decision to hire in-house counsel or continue relying on law firm spend is a critical one for any organization, particularly in industries like life sciences and healthcare, where legal demands are nuanced and highly regulated. Here’s a guide to … [more]
