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How General Counsel Candidates Should Approach Compensation Discussions
Navigating compensation discussions has grown increasingly complex for General Counsel candidates. Rising demands on legal departments, heightened scrutiny over [...]
A BarkerGilmore 20th Anniversary Executive Profile: Kurt Meyers
Kurt Meyers, General Counsel at Equitable, exemplifies the transition to top legal leadership. Placed by BarkerGilmore in 2019, he drove business impact by leading a major unit to doubled profitability and building a high-performing global team. His story underscores business acumen and strategic presence for in-house success.
A BarkerGilmore 20th Anniversary Executive Profile: Andy Hastings
Andrew “Andy” Hastings, General Counsel at Alcoa, exemplifies exceptional leadership combining legal expertise with strategic judgment and operational insight. Placed by BarkerGilmore in 2023, he drives people development, earns executive trust, and delivers impact through visibility and decisive action in complex global matters.
A BarkerGilmore 20th Anniversary Executive Profile: Douglas Wolfson
Douglas Wolfson, General Counsel at CommerceHub, demonstrates bold leadership by embracing calculated risks and advocating for the top seat. Placed by BarkerGilmore in 2014, he navigated complex ownership changes, built strategic trust, and fosters team growth as a true business owner.
Why Coaching Has Become Essential for Today’s General Counsel
Contributors: Mary Ann Hynes | Marla Persky | Audrey Rubin Today’s most effective and influential General Counsel have keen [...]
“ChatGPT Told Me Something Different”: How GCs Handle AI-Generated Legal Advice
Artificial intelligence has moved from novelty to operating reality in remarkably little time. Tools such as ChatGPT, Claude, and [...]
Leadership Profiles: David Yawman
Leadership Profiles Insights from Legal & Compliance Thought Leaders Featuring David Yawman Former EVP, GC & [...]
General Counsel in the Age of Disruption: What Changes, What Endures
Contributors: Ed Nekritz | Bjarne Tellmann The ideas outlined below draw from Bjarne’s book, Law in the Era of [...]
Investing in General Counsel: The ROI of Coaching and Advising
The role of the General Counsel and Chief Legal Officer has never been more complex or more consequential. Today’s legal [...]
Leadership Profiles: Haydee Olinger
Leadership Profiles Insights from Legal & Compliance Thought Leaders Featuring Haydee Olinger Former Global [...]
Adapt or Be Automated: What Junior Lawyers Need to Know About AI’s Impact on Their Careers
Artificial intelligence is already reshaping how work gets done for most jobs and positions. From research and document review [...]
In-House vs. Executive Search for General Counsel Hiring in 2026
Legal leadership hiring has become materially more complex over the last several years. Organizations no longer seek General Counsel [...]
