By Mary Clare Garber, Principal of Princeton Legal Search Group, LLC As General Counsel, hiring the right legal talent is only part of the equation—ensuring that each new hire delivers meaningful impact is the ultimate goal. But how do you … [more]
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From General Counsel to Catalyst: Strategic Insights for GCs and CLOs Preparing for Board Leadership
As a General Counsel or Chief Legal Officer, your role transcends legal expertise; you are a strategic partner in navigating complex business challenges. GCs and CLOs often seek guidance on preparing for a seat on a public or private Board. … [more]
Building Trust in Turbulent Times: What CLOs Can Learn from Political Trust-Building
In today’s high-stakes environment, a Chief Legal Officer (CLO) is undeniably one of the most complex and multifaceted in any organization. A CLO must wear many hats, often switching between legal advisor, strategic partner, and transformation leader. But at the … [more]
How to Make a Business Case for Expanding Your Legal Team Headcount
How to Make a Business Case for Expanding Your Legal Team Headcount Expanding the headcount of your legal team is a significant decision that requires a well-structured business case. You must persuasively argue why additional resources are necessary, align the … [more]
The Unseen Perils: What’s at Risk When the General Counsel Role Goes Unfilled
In the intricate tapestry of corporate governance, the General Counsel (GC) is often the unsung hero, quietly weaving threads of legal acumen, strategic insight, and risk management to address legal concerns before they rise to a public level, or strategically … [more]
Unveiling the Power and Perks of Stay Interviews in the Legal Profession
The legal profession, with its unique demands and dynamics, stands at the crossroads of tradition and innovation. In this dynamic landscape, nurturing and retaining legal talent has never been more crucial. Enter the unsung hero of legal talent management – … [more]
Building Key Stakeholder Buy-in: Don’t Hire Without It!
You’ve got a dynamite candidate who is eager to work for your organization. He or she has the right background, expertise, people skills and other traits necessary to hit the ground running. But this scenario doesn’t always turn out as … [more]
Master the Art of the Interview: Tactics for Hiring the Right Lawyer
Imagine a scenario where you need to hire an attorney, and your team is confident and organized in its interview process. After the interview, you collectively debrief on common sets of competencies, skills, practice areas and traits. That would be … [more]
Strategies for a Successful Legal Succession Plan Part II: Stretch Assignment, Special Project and Developmental Opportunities
As we noted in the previous chapter, cross-training is a useful approach to building a succession plan. Other helpful strategies are stretch assignments, special projects and developmental opportunities. Stretch Assignments and Special Projects Stretch assignments and special project opportunities allow … [more]
Strategies for a Successful Legal Succession Plan Part I: Cross-Training
Succession planning can be exact and precise, or it can be open and loosely interpreted. The format will depend in part on your organization’s culture and resources. Below are suggestions on how to supplement what you may be doing or … [more]
