Past events

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The PE and portfolio GC community wine tasting evening: a unique blend of risk, compliance and M&A

  • Do, 20 November 2025 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
We’re excited to host an exclusive wine tasting event at St Paul’s, London, for our PE and portfolio General Counsel community, a network that connects GCs in private equity firms and PE-backed businesses across the UK. This curated experience will combine expert-led tasting with relaxed networking, offering a unique opportunity to connect with peers while […]
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Legal leadership with impact: navigating the GC to Trustee and NED journey

  • Di, 18 November 2025 8:30 am - 10:30 am
What does it take for senior in-house lawyers to successfully step into trustee and non-executive director (NED) roles and how can they translate legal leadership into meaningful boardroom impact across the not-for-profit sector? We’re excited to welcome you to our next Taylor Root UK Trustee Network event in Blackfriars, London, featuring a candid and insightful Q&A with:  […]
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General Counsel in media networking breakfast

  • Di, 11 November 2025 8:30 am - 10:30 am
How are legal leaders in media navigating today’s shifting landscape, from regulatory pressures to evolving business models? We are excited to be running another one of our General Counsel breakfasts, designed specifically for senior in-house lawyers in the media industry. Hosted in London’s West End by the Taylor Root in-house legal recruitment experts Davina Fisher, […]
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From compliance to leadership: data protection in the AI governance age

  • Do, 6 November 2025 8:30 am - 10:30 am
As AI technologies continue to reshape industries, the role of data protection professionals is changing rapidly – from gatekeepers of compliance to strategic leaders in governance. Join us at Fenchurch Street, London, for an in-depth discussion exploring how data protection experts are navigating the shifting landscape of AI regulation, ethical risk and organisational accountability. The […]
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The art of the exit

  • Do, 9 Oktober 2025 8:30 am - 10:30 am
What does a successful exit look like in today’s landscape and how can legal leaders help shape it? We were delighted to host a session on the art of the exit, in partnership with Travers Smith at their offices in Farringdon, London. This was an exclusive breakfast roundtable for our PE and portfolio General Counsel […]
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The new legal equation: wellbeing, talent retention and commercial success

  • Di, 7 Oktober 2025 8:00 am - 10:00 am
As firms face increasing pressure to support their people while maintaining performance, the conversation around workplace culture, leadership and HR strategy has never been more relevant. We hosted a thought-provoking morning panel in Birmingham exploring how law firms can better align wellbeing, talent retention and profitability. Chaired by Chloe Matthews, Associate Director, Taylor Root, our […]
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Leadership workshop: mastering legal spend management to transform your legal department’s financial performance

  • Mi, 24 September 2025 8:30 am - 10:30 am
Legal departments face mounting pressure to deliver more with less. While external counsel rates continue to climb and regulatory demands increase, the best legal leaders are finding ways to cut costs without sacrificing quality or outcomes. Recently, we hosted a highly interactive and engaging workshop focusing on strategies for controlling legal spend and improving cost […]
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General Counsel in asset management: legal leadership amid AI, innovation and geopolitical risk

  • Mi, 2 Juli 2025 8:30 am - 10:30 am
Our annual General Counsel in asset management breakfast was led by Nian Lala, General Counsel at Pictet Asset Management, who shared his perspective on the evolving challenges and opportunities facing legal teams in the sector. Our roundtables are designed to foster open, off-the-record dialogue among peers, offering a chance to share ideas and gain insight […]
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General Counsel workshop: empowering women in law – leadership strategies for success

  • Mi, 11 Juni 2025 8:30 am - 10:30 am
What are the most effective leadership strategies for women in law? We hosted a powerful and practical session for General Counsel women working in heavy industry and boost your confidence, presence and influence. Led by Anna Smyth, Executive Coach, and Paula Mitchell, Co-Founder, The Condor Collective, and hosted by Taylor Root legal recruitment experts Georgia […]
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The role of General Counsel in cybersecurity: preparing, protecting and responding

  • Do, 27 März 2025 8:30 am - 10:30 am
How can General Counsel navigate their role in managing cybersecurity risks and responding to data breaches? We were delighted to host another roundtable, aimed at legal leaders in the technology sector. The session explored how General Counsel can effectively prepare for cybersecurity threats, protect their organisations and respond during an incident. We also examined the […]