General Counsel events

Connect with in-house legal experts, explore industry trends and enhance your leadership skills.

Taylor Root hosts more than 100 events annually from our network of international locations.

From seminars, workshops and webinars to boardroom lunches and roundtable events, we are dedicated to sharing expertise and insights with our clients, including in-house counsel, professional advisers, directors and executive management.

upcoming general counsel events

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General Counsel in media networking breakfast

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

Thu, 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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6th annual fintech event: modern legal leadership – driving people, purpose and performance

Tue, 25 November 2025 8:30 am – 10:30 am

Fintech legal leaders are expected to scale teams quickly, navigate complex regulation, integrate AI and deliver commercial results – all without being seen as blockers. But leadership isn’t just about getting the work done; it’s about building trust, motivating people and driving performance in a way that supports growth. Join our fintech General Counsel and Head […]

past general counsel events

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From compliance to leadership: data protection in the AI governance age

Thu, 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

Thu, 9 October 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

Tue, 7 October 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

Wed, 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

Wed, 2 July 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 […]