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What to consider when hiring a fractional General Counsel: an interview with John Cameron

Posted September 9, 2024

Whilst fractional ownership models are well-established in industries like aviation and hospitality: the fractional General Counsel concept is still relatively new. So, it’s natural for businesses to have lots of questions about how it works in practice and how this model can help them. As part of our fractional General Counsel interview series, Taylor Root […]

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The strategic role of a fractional General Counsel

Posted September 4, 2024

What is a fractional General Counsel? Businesses today face increasingly complex legal challenges that demand specialised expertise. Hiring a fractional General Counsel (FGC) provides a strategic solution for companies needing high-level legal guidance without the commitment of a full-time employee. This flexible approach is especially valuable for startups, scale-ups, and organisations managing specific projects, handling […]

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Taylor Root Asia 2024/25 In-house Salary Guide Launch

Posted September 2, 2024

Taylor Root Singapore hosted our 2024/25 In-house Salary Guide launch on 29 August 2024 at VUE, OUE Bayfront. The event showcased the launch of our 2024/25 In-house Salary Guide, which provides valuable insights into the latest trends in compensation, benefits and talent acquisition strategies for Legal, Risk and Compliance professionals across Singapore and Southeast Asia. […]

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Secret to a successful General Counsel-CEO relationship

Posted August 22, 2024

A strong partnership between the General Counsel (GC) and the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) is fundamental to the success of any business. This relationship is built on a solid foundation of respect and alignment that begins during the initial recruitment and onboarding of the General Counsel. It continues to evolve through the delivery of a […]

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ACC Australia and Taylor Root In-House Counsel Trends Report 2024

Posted August 6, 2024

The In-house Paradigm – doing more with less! Anticipating, analysing, and planning for challenges are key skills for in-house legal teams. This year’s report is more than just a document – it’s your gateway to the latest trends shaping the future of in-house legal teams. Key Highlights Include: We hope the key trends identified in […]

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How to build a diverse in-house legal team

Posted August 1, 2024

There is a growing awareness of the value of recruiting diversity into organisations which is being driven by a combination of social, economic, and legal factors. This recognition is not just about fulfilling ethical responsibilities; it also ties directly to the business’s performance and reputation. It’s a case where doing good also means doing well. […]

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The importance of diversity and inclusion in legal teams

Posted July 17, 2024

The importance of diversity and inclusion within legal teams cannot be overstated in today’s rapidly changing legal landscape. Building a diverse legal team not only aligns with principles of equality and fairness but also profoundly impacts an organisation’s success. Diversity and inclusion are often grouped together because they are interconnected, and it is only in […]

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The GC as Trustee: How can both General Counsel and a not-for-profit benefit?

Posted July 13, 2023

Watch the webinar in full below As part of our Trustee Network series of events, Taylor Root has partnered with Indigo Volunteers to explore the value General Counsel bring to the charity trustee role. The role of the trustee can be hugely rewarding and provides opportunities to add value to a charity through the sharing […]

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Managing your career as General Counsel – Q&A series

Posted October 12, 2020

The role of the general counsel has changed significantly over the last decade. General counsels no longer simply provide advice, manage risk and ensure legal compliance. Today’s general counsel is expected to help steer the business through periods of change and meet commercial objectives whilst operating as a business enabler and an essential adviser to […]

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Managing your career to General Counsel – Q&A Series

Posted October 12, 2020

The role of an in-house lawyer has changed considerably over the last decade. In-house lawyers are expected to offer much more than just straightforward legal advice: they must be able to think strategically and advise commercially, often on non-legal matters. For an ambitious lawyer looking to progress towards a General Counsel position, the route is not as […]

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Breakfast roundtable: navigating regulatory changes in data protection and privacy

Tue, 5 November 2024 8:30 am – 10:30 am

How can organisations and legal teams stay ahead in the evolving data protection landscape? Join our data protection roundtable in Bank, London, to discuss key trends, challenges and emerging regulations. We will explore the ongoing impact of GDPR, diverging global laws, the rise of AI governance and ways to adapt to new legal and technical […]

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General Counsel in retail, FMCG and leisure roundtable

Tue, 12 November 2024 8:30 am – 10:30 am

We are pleased to announce the date for our General Counsel in retail, FMCG and leisure breakfast roundtable event, specifically for senior legal leaders in these sectors. Hosted by Taylor Root Partner Georgia Morgan-Wynne, the event will feature an informal discussion led by a General Counsel on current industry challenges and trends. This event is an excellent […]

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