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Taylor Root Singapore’s General Counsel breakfast recap – life sciences and medical technology

Posted November 29, 2023

Taylor Root had the pleasure of hosting a General Counsel breakfast, bringing together senior lawyers from the life sciences and medical technology sector. The gathering was a unique opportunity for industry peers to connect, share insights, and delve into the nuanced legal landscape shaping the Asia-Pacific region. The morning started off with lighthearted catchups between […]

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The Economist General Counsel Summit | What makes a modern General Counsel?

Posted November 13, 2023

The Economist General Counsel Summit 2023 shed light on the undeniable challenges that businesses are currently facing due to geopolitical forces, macroeconomic uncertainty and the pace of volatility that has intensified over the past 12 months. General Counsel are at the intersection of these complex economic factors, charged with navigating the organisation through turbulent times. The […]

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Moving in-house: A guide for newly qualified lawyers | Italy

Posted November 8, 2023

As specialists in the in-house legal market, we want to provide you with all the information you need to make an informed decision on whether an in-houseposition could be right for you. We understand the nuances of the specific location in which we work and here we provide you with specific insights into working in-house […]

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The essential interview guide for Associate Lawyers interviewing in law firms

Posted October 31, 2023

If you’re about to interview for that law firm job, be ready for these hard-hitting law firm interview questions! Job interview prep isn’t fun, but preparation is everything. Law firm partners and attorneys who conduct your interview will ask you questions to better understand your personality, learn about your knowledge of the specific legal field, […]

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Moving in-house: career advice for junior lawyers

Posted October 30, 2023

In recent years, there has been a noticeable surge in the demand for in-house junior lawyers. At the same time, we have seen an upswing in the enthusiasm of junior lawyers aiming for careers in-house. However, despite these trends, apprehensions remain within the legal industry around the possibility of being deemed ‘too junior’ to move […]

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Taylor Root UK Trustee Network: An interview with Howard Trust, Schroders

Posted September 29, 2023

As part of our interview series for our Trustee Network, Taylor Root Partner, Sarah Ingwersen recently spoke to Howard Trust, General Counsel, Advisory at Schroders to find out his interest behind being a Trustee. Why are you interested in being a Trustee? I believe that my experience in working with boards and other fiduciary bodies and their […]

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Taylor Root UK Trustee Network: An interview with Aurea Garrido, Warner Bros Discovery

Posted September 22, 2023

As part of our interview series for our Trustee Network, Taylor Root Partner, Sarah Ingwersen recently spoke to Aurea Garrido about her time as a Trustee for Theatre Peckham. Aurea is VP Associate General Counsel, Warner Bros Discovery, News and Sports division. What does your Trustee organisation do? Theatre Peckham is a learning theatre that champions […]

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Moving in-house: career advice for junior lawyers

Posted October 30, 2023

In recent years, there has been a noticeable surge in the demand for in-house junior lawyers. At the same time, we have seen an upswing in the enthusiasm of junior lawyers aiming for careers in-house. However, despite these trends, apprehensions remain within the legal industry around the possibility of being deemed ‘too junior’ to move […]

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The GC as Trustee: How can both General Counsel and a not-for-profit benefit?

Posted July 13, 2023

Watch the webinar in full below As part of our Trustee Network series of events, Taylor Root has partnered with Indigo Volunteers to explore the value General Counsel bring to the charity trustee role. The role of the trustee can be hugely rewarding and provides opportunities to add value to a charity through the sharing […]

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Take your legal career to London

Posted October 11, 2022

We recently held our ‘Take your legal career to London’ webinar, hosted by Priya Shah who was joined by Holly O’Connell, Legal Advisor at FirstGroup Plc and David Harrigan, Interim Deputy General Counsel. The session discussed the current in-house interim, legal job market and career development opportunities and explored the logistics around making an international […]

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‘IamRemarkable’ Workshop – Women in Law Constellation Network

Wed, 10 January 2024 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm

When it comes to navigating your legal career, women often struggle with self-promotion and openly speaking about achievements which can be key to everything from performing well at interview to having the confidence to make a career switch. #IAmRemarkable is a global movement that empowers everyone to celebrate their achievements in the workplace and beyond, […]

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