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“When done well, in-house legal is not a control function – it is a growth function.”

From redesigning investment processes to enabling scale, Anweshaa Majumdar Dugar, Senior Legal Counsel at Entrepreneurs First in India, highlights how modern in-house legal teams drive...

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“Not everything is perfect, but we learn quickly and readjust together.”

Phil Leung, Head of Legal at Bitget Wallet in Hong Kong, reflects on his journey into in-house leadership and how building trust, embracing technology, and...

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“The GC will increasingly be measured by value creation, not merely risk mitigation.”

Vincent Shimutwikeni, Manager: Legal Services at RFS Fund Administrators in Namibia, shares his perspective on the evolving role of in-house legal leadership. What has been...

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“Don’t get lost in the weeds. Solve the issue, not just the legal question.”

Vandana (Vandy) Rupani shares her perspective on the future of the GC role – from embracing agility and technology to remaining the organisation’s ethical compass....

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“The most valuable thing a GC can offer isn’t certainty – it’s clarity in uncertainty.”

Shaun Cothill, Associate General Counsel – Head of Digital, Data & AI at HSBC Bank Middle East Limited discusses the evolving role of legal leadership...

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”God forbid that a lawyer knows all the law; a good lawyer is one who knows where to find the law.”

Oluwatobi Kadiri, Vice President Legal & Compliance at Parthian Partners Limited in Nigeria discusses the evolution from legal adviser to strategic deal partner and why...

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”A legal advisory role is not just about managing risks and reacting but about creating compliant strategic pathways for business growth.”

Mercy Jackson, Head of Legal, Compliance and Operations at Verikros in Nigeria, shares how moving from legal advisor to strategic enabler transformed her approach to...

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“If the legal role is used in a diligent manner, it can be a profit centre to the organisation.”

An interview with Suresh Patel, Legal Advisor at Girmiti Software Pvt Ltd in India. What has been the most defining moment of your career as...

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“Mistakes are part of innovation, as long as we learn fast.”

An interview with Othman Azzouzi, Head of Legal at Network International in Morocco. What has been the most defining moment of your career as an...

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“A higher demand for empathy, deeper understanding of the nuances and coaching to the business is demanded.”

An interview with Lewis H. Truong, General Counsel at Manulife in Vietnam. What are the biggest external forces or trends currently shaping your role as...

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“The spirit within the community is one of collaboration over competition.”

A perspective on the evolving in-house legal landscape in the Middle East from Linda Mouaz, General Counsel & Compliance Officer at Kimera in UAE. Since...

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“I would like to be part of a genuine community which is diverse enough to allow for special interest groups but manifest and live a common set of values.”

An interview with Livia Dumitrescu, Head of Legal at Franklin Templeton in Romania. How would you describe the state of the GC community in your...

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“The GC community in India has grown into a powerful force, driven by strategic vision, collaboration and a commitment to excellence.”

An interview with K. Satish Kumar, Senior Vice President & Group Chief Legal Officer at Intellect Design Arena in India. How would you describe the...

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“The GC role can sometimes be isolating – we often deal with complex, high-stakes decisions with no obvious internal sounding board.”

An interview with Natalie Salunke, a Fractional General Counsel in the UK. How would you describe the state of the GC Community in your region?...

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“I’m keen to contribute my experiences in developing legal frameworks for asset financing models that serve underbanked populations.”

An interview with Jesse Zigmund, General Counsel at M-KOPA in Kenya. How would you describe the state of the GC Community in your region? How...

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“A legal team that is seen merely as identifying risks cannot provide the nuanced, informed decision-making that our operations require daily.”

An interview with Omiyinka Doris, Former General Counsel/Now Advisor to the CEO at VEON in Netherlands. What are the biggest external forces or trends currently...

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“There is so much value in sharing knowledge and experiences with a wide network.”

An interview with Gloria Matovu Kawooya, Associate General Counsel at Trade and Development Bank Group – TDB Group in Kenya. How would you describe the...

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Who is afraid of the General Counsel?

A perspective on how the role of General Counsel has evolved in Romania from Gabriela Popescu, Corporate, External and Legal Affairs Lead, Central Europe at...

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“I firmly subscribe to the view that a GC can be, and should be the conscience of a company.”

An interview with Gabriel Li, Vice President Legal at Kredivo in Singapore. How would you describe the state of the GC Community in your region?...

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“The fast pace of regulation and innovation are reshaping how we think about licensing, compliance, and the future of payments in general.”

An interview with Esti Louw, Head of Legal South Africa at Revolut (this interview was conducted whilst Esti served as Head of Legal Africa at...

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“In-house lawyers have established themselves as focal points for legal matters within companies and a trusted part of the corporate eco-system.”

An interview with Diogo Liberal, Head of Legal and Compliance at Banco Primus in Portugal. How would you describe the state of the GC Community...

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“Within a powerful network of thought leaders, we can learn from each other, attract and grow talent, and help shape the future of our profession.”

An interview with Samuel Huen, Global Head of Legal and Regulatory Compliance, Member of Global Management Committee at the Bank of Singapore. How would you...

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“Legal can’t be a ‘business prevention department’.”

An interview with Christopher Fischer, Group Head of Legal Affairs and General Secretary at DenizBank AG in Austria. What are the biggest external forces or...

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“Balancing legal risk management with business value requires a proactive understanding of the organisation’s goals and strategy.”

An interview with Sandra Leon, General Secretariat Senior Director at Corficolombiana in Colombia. What are the biggest external forces or trends currently shaping your role...

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From GC to law firm leadership: a growing trend

A perspective from Candice Gidney, General Counsel at Chancelight Behavioral Health, Therapy & Education, commenting on how former GCs are reshaping law firm leadership and...

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“I believe that no matter how much you know, there’s always more to discover.”

An interview with Brian M. Dunn, Group General Counsel at Mojay Global Holding Limited in UAE. How would you describe the state of the GC...

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“I see collaboration as an opportunity to share experiences, problem-solve, and enhance the collective knowledge of the GC community.”

An interview with Stella Hsieh, General Counsel at Comma3 Ventures in Taiwan. How would you describe the state of the GC Community in your region?...

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“Success in an in-house legal role requires a unique blend of qualities that go beyond traditional legal expertise.”

An interview with Suthatip Sridetprasart, Head of Legal at Pi Securities in Thailand. How would you describe the state of the GC Community in your...

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“While there are some great individual initiatives, there remains a gap in fostering a cohesive, structured network of GCs.”

An interview with Andrea Megale, Head of Legal – Corporate and Investment Banking at BBVA in Italy. How would you describe the state of the...

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“In a role where we are expected to be both gatekeepers and enablers, it helps enormously to have peers you can turn to.”

An interview with Anastasia Petsinari, General Counsel at Optima Bank in Greece. How would you describe the state of the GC Community in your region?...

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