In this episode of In-House Counsel Chronicles, host Shawna Rosner speaks with Joe Schohl, a seasoned General Counsel with over 20 years of experience in the healthcare sector. Joe shares his journey to becoming a General Counsel before the age of 40, outlining the seven key steps he took to achieve this goal. He discusses the differences between working in public and private companies, the importance of leadership in uncertain times, and the impact of AI on the legal profession. Joe also introduces his new initiative, Insight Council Academy, aimed at training in-house counsel to navigate the evolving legal landscape.

In this episode of In-House Counsel Chronicles, host Shawna Rosner interviews Arun Kottha, who shares his journey from starting his legal career during the 2008 financial crisis which shaped his approach to job security, to his position as lead attorney for Global Safety at Goodyear, to becoming General Counsel and Chief Risk Officer at Unison Risk Advisors. Arun discusses the evolving landscape of risk management and why he believes those responsible for overseeing risk management at big companies have to lean into the risk to be effective. He emphasizes the importance of continuous learning, building relationships "reputation and relationships matter", and why volunteering and community involvement are personal priorities for him.

In this episode of In-House Counsel Chronicles, host Shawna Rosner interviews Jonathan Leiken, Executive Vice President, Chief Legal Officer & Secretary of Dollar Tree, Inc. He's an experienced general counsel with a rich background in both private practice and in-house roles. Jonathan emphasizes the importance of being curious and open-hearted in one's legal career. He shares how General Counsels play a crucial role in navigating complex legal challenges for public companies. He also discusses the impact of global events, such as a global pandemic and the war in Ukraine, on legal responsibilities and the importance of humanity and civic engagement in the legal profession. Jonathan also highlights his passion for teaching the next generation of lawyers.