- Free to attend
- Under consideration by the Law Societies of BC & ON
This webinar will focus on the evolving role of in-house counsel. Our presenters – legal professionals in both large and small legal departments – will touch on key areas they are focused on in their practices, how their roles are evolving and provide examples of how they are delivering value in their respective businesses. Topics they will cover on the webinar will focus on: 1) transitioning to in-house counsel – shared experiences and practice tips; 2) how a legal department can deliver legal services within a company efficiently and impactfully; 3) managing external counsel and vendors and 4) strategic alignment with the business at the executive level.
Speakers:
- Shannon O’Hearn, Vice-President & Chief Operating Officer, Legal & Regulatory Compliance, BMO Financial Group
- Sean Bhagwandin, General Counsel, Nissan Canada
- Jonathan Cullen, Vice President, Legal Affairs & General Counsel, Pfizer Canada
- Christine Holmes, Founder/CEO, LawyersInHouse
Chair: Lynne Charbonneau, Lawyer | Corporate Director | Tribunal Judge
Educational Objectives:
Attendees will learn about how and in what ways the role of in-house counsel is evolving. They will also learn about the different types of approaches that in-house counsel are taking in terms of addressing key challenges they are facing in their roles.
Who would benefit most from attending this program?
Legal professionals interested in better understanding the role of in-house counsel and the challenges they are facing in both large and small legal departments.in the next 12-18 months.