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  Why CLOs should adopt a legal ops framework

  Integrating a legal ops paradigm can help build a robust, data-driven narrative that validates the value of the legal department to the business. 

  George Karamanos • Dec. 7, 2023

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  FTC dealt big loss in attack on direct sales company

  Skincare and wellness company Neora won in federal court on all the counts brought against it, potentially shaping how the FTC can go after companies it thinks are operating a pyramid scheme.

  Ed Burbach • Dec. 1, 2023

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  Are law firms ignoring their most critical assets?

  The path to a more diverse and inclusive legal market is wide open, and firms must act intentionally to achieve meaningful change. 

  Catherine Krow • Nov. 29, 2023

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  10 common termination traps — and how to avoid them

  The uncomfortable and legally challenging aspects of terminations can be ameliorated with careful forethought and planning, write Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP attorneys.

  Meredith Gregston and Dan Butler • Nov. 22, 2023

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  Navigating religious accommodation after Groff v. DeJoy

  Employers may need to institute more rigorous processes than they now have in place for handling such accommodations.

  Jonathan A. Segal and Adam D. Brown • Nov. 21, 2023

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  How AI can level the playing field among law firms

  AI will undoubtedly help to erode the competitive barriers that have long entrenched big law firms at the top.

  Richard Robinson • Nov. 17, 2023

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  AI: Promise and precautions on the legal tech frontier

  In-house legal teams that want to realize the promise of AI must prepare for it in a pragmatic way.

  Colin S. Levy • Nov. 2, 2023

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  Out of the shadows: Shining a light on AI use within your organization

  If your policies don’t cover AI use by employees who aren’t aware they’re using it, or are using it outside official channels, it’s a good idea to create a policy to cover this growing shadow AI use. 

  Myriah Jaworski, Melissa Ventrone and Eric Rouseau • Oct. 20, 2023

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  The Supreme Court is poised to drop another DEI shoe next year

  The Court is likely to jettison any requirement of alleging and proving a higher level of harm for there to be discriminatory action by an employer under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act.

  Jonathan A. Segal and Adam D. Brown • Oct. 18, 2023

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  3 ways to test your AI’s effectiveness

  Turning adoption into a game, running AI behind the scenes and using process mining will help you get enough people to use AI tools that you can learn whether they’re helping your operations in the way you want them to.   

  Jitendra Gupta • Oct. 16, 2023

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  Come together: Four ways Legal can help demolish data silos

  Interdepartmental collaboration on data these days isn’t a luxury. It’s a necessity.

  Daniel Bonner • Oct. 10, 2023

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  Are fragmented legal tech stacks a recipe for failure?

  Prioritizing solutions that have interoperability with the broader organization’s technology portfolio is smoother integrations and streamlined workflows. 

  Troels (Troy) Nørgaard • Oct. 5, 2023

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  What GCs need to know about algorithmic bias

  General counsel should collaborate with data scientists to ensure that the algorithms their organizations employ are compliant with anti-discrimination laws.

  Bradley Merrill Thompson and Michael Shumpert • Oct. 4, 2023

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  Using due diligence teams and eDiscovery solutions to reduce M&A data risk

  Litigation, fines and other risks can leave the acquirer blindsided if due diligence on data privacy compliance and cybersecurity is rushed during the merger. 

  Amit Dungarani • Sept. 28, 2023

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  The Corporate Transparency Act: Shedding light on a stealth statute

  The overarching regulatory framework of the CTA is relatively straightforward, but the devil is in the details and there are lots of details.

  Robert B. Lamm • Sept. 27, 2023

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  Maintaining compliance as SEC cracks down on encrypted messaging apps

  Navigating enforcement actions and keeping up with regulatory expectations can help your organization benefit from use of the apps while keeping risks aligned with requirements.   

  Chris Lehman • Sept. 20, 2023

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  DEI programs are under fire. Is yours the next target?

  Poorly created and implemented DEI initiatives coupled with a lack of training can create significant liability for employers, according to Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP attorneys.

  Amber Rogers and Meredith Gregston • Sept. 19, 2023

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  What employers can do in a world without noncompetes

  Forfeiture clauses are one tactic. They provide a meaningful disincentive for employees to engage in competitive behavior.

  Steven Pearlman, Daryl Leon and Edna Guerrasio • Sept. 14, 2023

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  How in-house attorneys can build strong networks

  As you grow in your career, you’ll find that the more diverse perspectives you can gain, the faster and more meaningful your growth will be. 

  Tim Parilla • Sept. 13, 2023

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  How to channel your inner Barbie when negotiating compensation

  Too often women in-house lawyers are being paid less than men. They need to become their own best advocate.

  Heather Fine • Sept. 7, 2023

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  Implementing AI: 5 tips for better change management

  When legal department employees see firsthand that AI offers better results in a more efficient way, they’re more likely to get on board.

  Jeffrey Solomon • Sept. 1, 2023

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  Keeping business goals, not risk mitigation, the driving force in contract negotiations

  Lawyers must reprioritize the functions of a contract to ensure the behavior-driving function is on equal footing with risk mitigation.

  Sebastian Forgues • Aug. 29, 2023

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  Staying protected as FTC steps up scrutiny of social media marketing

  Using tags on social media might bring a post under the umbrella of endorsements. That’s one of the considerations as the agency eyes companies’ use of testimonials and other tactics. 

  Kristin Santamaria and Kelly Bub Smith • Aug. 21, 2023

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  Google’s antitrust legal battle: Lessons from document preservation failures

  The importance of understanding and abiding by the legal implications of document preservation in the face of litigation cannot be overstated.

  Andreas Mueller • Aug. 18, 2023

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  How in-house legal teams can use cloud marketplaces to purchase tech

  A cloud marketplace offers a diverse catalog of preconfigured software solutions catering to various legal departmental needs.

  Shannon Smith • Aug. 17, 2023

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