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New data privacy laws in Europe and the United States are expected to have a notable impact on many multinational companies. Companies will want to stay ahead of this trend, as the new direction of data privacy will portend higher regulations and compliance requirements.

Eleanor Lacey looks to impact her company in more ways than just legal. She considers herself a strong advocate for family friendly policies. After working in-house for over 30 years, she reflected on why she loves being a general counsel.

In today’s expanding technology marketplace, the hottest topic, commodity, and, at times, area of controversy is the Internet of Things (IoT).

In 2015, Emily Ward, vice president and deputy general counsel at PayPal, was busy. Her itinerary included helping lead aspects of PayPal's separation from eBay, aiding PayPal's transition as its own company, organizing ChIPs' global event in Washington DC, remaining active in her professional and personal communities, and even adopting a child.

Big data is a top-of-mind priority for in-house counsel. In fact, the ACC Chief Legal Officers 2018 Survey found that data breaches and the protection of corporate data keeps 70 percent of respondents up at night.

Gladys Chun, who serves as general counsel for the online retailer Lazada in South East Asia, vividly remembers when her father inspired her to become a lawyer.

Once the company is public, it steps into the limelight with the bright lights of consumers, regulators, and investors firmly set on its business and reputation. This article gives you a few tips to prepare for this new reality.

Gone are the days when lawyers could argue that legal is not a business, but rather a profession. It is critical for in-house counsel to be part of the push by applying business practices that strive to maximize value by streamlining operations and creating efficiencies. By adapting lean, Six Sigma, and project management tools, your company can uncover countless opportunities to team up with key business partners and make your organization more valuable.