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20 Top In-House Counsel Interviewing Mistakes of 2024
People often ask me what they could have done differently to secure a job offer. Times have certainly changed since the candidate-driven market during the post-pandemic era. Instead of [...]
Maximizing LinkedIn for In-House Counsel: A Strategic Guide to Professional Branding and Career Advancement
In the digital age, LinkedIn is a formidable tool capable of extending the professional reach of in-house counsel far beyond traditional networking avenues. Even when not pursuing new employment [...]
Mastering Time Management: Tips for General Counsel on the Clock
Essential Strategies for General Counsel with Seasoned Executives Many of us struggle with not having enough hours in a day to finish everything on our plates. This is especially [...]
The Essential Role of Executive Coaching for In-House Counsel
Contributors: A.B. Cruz III | Haydee Olinger Securing top-tier leadership positions like General Counsel (GC) or Chief Legal Officer (CLO) demands more than just legal acumen in the dynamic [...]
The 5 Greatest Challenges Facing In-House Legal Teams in 2024
As the overseer of an organization’s legal function, the General Counsel seeks to be proactive and perform the role of a strategic advisor to the ELT, board, and the [...]
BarkerGilmore Recruits Chris Connelly as VP and Director of Legal for Bragg Companies
BarkerGilmore, a boutique recruiting firm specializing in legal and compliance executive search and leadership development, has recruited accomplished construction executive Chris Connelly as the new Vice President and Director [...]
Maximizing Value: Strategies for Effective Management of External Counsel
Strategic utilization of external counsel plays a crucial role in navigating the complex legal landscape. Productive relationships are economical and drive outcomes that align with the organization's business objectives. [...]
23 Favorite Interview Questions for Chief Compliance Officers
Contributors: Haydee Olinger | Bob Barker When hiring a new Chief Compliance Officer, the interview stage plays a pivotal role in discerning how the candidate articulates their experience, displays problem-solving prowess, and [...]
A Full Plate: The Healthcare GC’s Task List for 2024
Contributors: Brittney McDonough | Katie Gilmore The COVID-19 pandemic and its heightened precautions may have come to an end in 2023, but that doesn’t mean the trials it presented for [...]
Challenges for Compliance Teams in 2024: Doing More with Less
In recent years, organizations have tasked compliance teams with an ever-increasing list of new responsibilities. It is up to Chief Compliance Officers to navigate new regulations and challenges involving [...]
BarkerGilmore Recruits Kate Kimball as GC, CCO, and Corporate Secretary for Ardent Mills
BarkerGilmore, a boutique recruiting firm specializing in legal and compliance executive search and leadership development, has recruited experienced Denver attorney Kate Kimball as the new General Counsel, Corporate Secretary, [...]
8 Mistakes In-House Counsel Make When Seeking a New Opportunity
Contributors: John Gilmore | Brittney McDonough | Max Gelernter Gone are the days of mailing and faxing resumes to capture someone’s attention for a new role. These days, many in-house counsel positions [...]
