In-house counsel/corporate counsel

Internet of things in manufacturing creates new data, cybersecurity questions

June 25, 2019

These are the days of manufacturing 4.0, the name of the fourth industrial revolution marked by connectivity among the devices that keep a factory running. In an “internet of things” world, the industrial internet of things allows plant machinery and products to talk to each other and provide real-time data and updates on how the equipment is operating and how the products are functioning out in the market, creating new challenges for lawyers.

Barner: Cummins’ centennial presents challenges, opportunities for general counsel

May 14, 2019

In today’s fast-paced, competitive environment, few companies reach their centennial anniversary, and even fewer do so with the rich legacy of values-driven leadership that Cummins enjoys. That is why I am honored to lead the in-house legal function as we celebrate this remarkable milestone.

General counsel call law firms to action on diversity

May 14, 2019

Across the country, in-house counsel attorneys are taking steps to put their money where their mouth is — literally — when it comes to diversity in the legal profession.

Company counselors: In-house positions become more demanding

May 14, 2019

In years past, corporate counsel jobs were viewed as less — less challenging, less stressful and less robust than the work attorneys in law firms were doing. Times have changed.

Morgan named Indy corporate counsel as Mallon moves to CIB

May 10, 2019

Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett on Friday announced the appointment of Donald “Donnie” Morgan as the city’s corporation counsel, as the city’s former legal department leader departed to lead the city’s Capital Improvement Board.

OneAmerica GC Zurek retires, joins Chicago firm

April 26, 2019

The long-serving general counsel of OneAmerica Financial has left the Indianapolis company and has transitioned to an of counsel role at a Chicago law firm. Thomas M. Zurek retired from OneAmerica on April 1 and is now serving as of counsel in the Chicago office of Schiff Hardin LLP.

IMA pro views art through a legal lens

February 19, 2019 | Olivia Covington

Anne Young, manager of rights and reproductions at the Indianapolis Museum of Art, has an eye for photography as well as a focus on intellectual property considerations for collection curators. You might say she helped write the book on the subject.

Report: Law firms fail at collecting client satisfaction feedback

November 27, 2018

According to a new report, only 4 percent of nearly 2,000 lawyers surveyed regularly collect formal client feedback in the form of surveys, interviews, etc., to measure client satisfaction. The dearth of law firm client satisfaction data complicates business development and referral prospects.

Habegger’s general counsel outsource firm builds on 11 years in house

February 6, 2018

Ben Habegger is combining his knowledge of business with his entrepreneurial mindset. He has launched a solo practice, Outsourced General Counsel, LLC, offering his services as an in-house lawyer to small businesses that do not have a legal department, and to larger companies that may need short-term legal help with a project or to cover a leave of absence.

Revving into high gear, attorney Polak takes wheel at TradeRev

December 12, 2017

Becca Polak was tapped to lead TradeRev, a business that enables car dealers to buy and sell vehicles digitally. An affiliate of KAR Auction Services, Inc., TradeRev aims to expand its offerings and move it into a largely untapped segment of the auto market. That's Polak's charge, along with fulfilling her other duties as chief legal officer and secretary for KAR.

Women general counsel honored for keeping Shideler’s spirit alive

September 22, 2017

In the shadow of the first woman attorney to become a partner at a large Indiana law firm, five female general counsel of publicly traded companies were honored Thursday for their achievements not only in the legal field but also for developing other women and minorities into leaders.

Indiana corporate counsel chapter to host first annual meeting, gala

September 5, 2017

Members of the Indiana chapter of Association of Corporate Counsel spoke, and the organization listened, planning its first annual meeting this month for the French Lick Resort and Spa.

More women being hired as general counsel

June 5, 2017

A new report is hailing the increase in the number of women hired for general counsel jobs in Fortune 500 companies, a trend which is expected to continue.

Women IP attorneys launch central Indiana chapter of ChIPS, one of first in Midwest

May 16, 2017

At a kickoff reception April 27, about 30 women came together to network and participate in a panel discussion examining the careers of women in IP. ChIPS co-founder Emily Ward, CEO of Calla Nava and alumnae of Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law, was the featured guest.

Indianapolis Motor Speedway’s legal team races to meet challenges, rev up new events

May 2, 2017

Jimmie McMillian traded his partner position at the state’s largest law firm a year ago for a new legal career at perhaps Indiana’s most iconic and storied place, Indianapolis Motor Speedway. But like any top-level racer living the dream, McMillian’s fast to pass praise to his crew.

Noblesville environmental consulting firm hires Zoeller

April 18, 2017

A Noblesville-based environmental firm has hired former Indiana Attorney General Greg Zoeller.

Trend of in-house counsel doing more internally likely to continue

October 18, 2016

Since the Great Recession and possibly a little before, businesses have been relying less on outside counsel and using in-house attorneys more to work on legal matters. The main drivers behind the trend are companies’ desire to save money as well as to increase efficiencies in getting work done.

Commercial court cases increase; dockets now accessible online

September 28, 2016

Five of six judges of Indiana’s new commercial courts spoke to about 100 lawyers and corporate counsel Tuesday, urging them to make use of the venues that emphasize collaboration and prompt resolutions.

Female corporate lawyers at Anthem find opportunity, no glass ceiling

September 2, 2016

At Anthem Inc., the billion-dollar health insurance provider, women comprise 76 percent of its workforce and 63 percent managerial leadership.

Outsourced legal work increases, survey finds

August 19, 2016

A survey of in-house and outside counsel finds conflicting views about whether outsourced legal work has increased in the past year. Attorneys in firms and in-house positions who responded to the survey also both rated themselves higher than they rated each other.

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