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The Shape of Lawyers in the Future - T, O, or Delta?
Legal knowledge isn't everything when you're in-house counsel. In this article, learn how the development of non-legal skills can really boost your career.
Legal knowledge isn't everything when you're in-house counsel. In this article, learn how the development of non-legal skills can really boost your career.
If you are reading this Top 10 article, then you are probably considering or are curious about living and working in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and about international mobility. Learn more on how to secure a move of your own and enjoy a smooth transition into the UAE – the tips are relevant for international transitions in general, and can help you acclimatize to an in-house role in a numerous countries.
There has been significant growth in the number of in-house lawyers in Australia over the past decade, with the in-house profession now representing the fastest growing segment of the Australian legal sector. The ACC Australia Graduate Profile Handbook traces the legal careers of several young ACC Australia members, details how they arrived at their first in-house counsel role, and offers key lessons learnt in these roles. Based on excerpts from the handbook, this article outlines tips and lessons from these graduates’ in-house journey.
This publication includes a series of profiles of in-house lawyers in Australia, tracing their career pathways since graduation and highlighting the career decisions that have led to their in-house career. By highlighting these individuals, ACC aims to showcase the dynamic career opportunities offered by an in-house legal career.
The way to get the most out of your team members is to develop each person into a leader. In this member written Top 10, learn how to connect with your colleagues and build a team of leaders.
In this Top Ten, in-house counsel can brush up on some tips for public speaking at live events and how to prepare yourself (and you team) for event presentations.
In this Quick Overview, the intricacies of the legal department’s role in organizations’ culture journeys is examined as well as why this positions general counsel (GCs) as cultural role models within organizations.
During a webcast on 12 May 2020, former General Counsel Rich Cohen shared his personal career development tips, including how he leveraged his ACC membership. ACC has compiled Rich's advice into this Top Ten resource to assist in-house counsel in their personal and professional journey.
Due to the global pandemic, employees are reorganizing what it means to connect and work from home. In this article, learn tips on how to craft your communication style to find the right balance of structure.
Today, an organization needs far more than legal advice from its legal function. In this article, learn what business leaders really want and need from their General Counsel/Chief Legal Officers and their teams.