In this episode of In-House Counsel Chronicles, host Shawna Rosner interviews Kelley Barnett, Senior Vice President and Senior Managing Counsel at AmTrust. Kelley shares her journey from a prosecutor to a partner at a law firm and eventually to her current role in-house. She discusses the importance of relationship building including. "I'm a big believer in you don't need a title to lead. You can raise your hand and get access if you're good at your job and you relationship build". She also shares how she views herself as a trusted advisor and how necessary this is if you want to be a great in-house lawyer. Kelley also highlights her community involvement, particularly with Ladder Down Cleveland, a program aimed at empowering women lawyers. She offers valuable advice for new lawyers and those aspiring to advance in their careers, emphasizing the significance of networking and developing a personal leadership style.

In this episode of In-House Counsel Chronicles, host Shawna Rosner interviews Amy Mutch, an experienced in-house counsel with a diverse legal background. Amy shares her journey from a big law firm to various in-house roles, discussing the challenges and rewards of transitioning to in-house counsel. She emphasizes the importance of taking risks, building confidence, and navigating the complexities of balancing family life with a legal career. Amy also offers valuable advice for aspiring in-house counsel, highlighting the significance of networking and understanding one's unique value in the job market.

In this episode of In-House Counsel Chronicles, host Shawna Rosner interviews Steve Eisenberg, General Counsel at Fullscript. They discuss Steve's transition from private practice to in-house counsel, his specialization in healthcare law, and the differences between working in publicly traded companies versus private equity. Steve shares insights on developing and managing a team, "work life balance" as in-house counsel, and the impact of AI on legal services. He also offers advice for aspiring in-house counsel, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness and mentorship. Steve's insights on the development of his career provide tips for anyone looking to grow in their profession.

In this inaugural episode of In-House Counsel Chronicles, host Shawna Rosner interviews Niki Schaefer, Vice President and General Counsel of Reliability First Corporation. Niki shares her journey from law school to her current role, discussing her experiences in litigation, her transition to in-house counsel, and the lessons learned during her time at Eaton Corporation. She emphasizes the importance of building strong relationships with outside counsel, developing a personal leadership style, and the significance of self-awareness and personal growth in her career. Niki also offers valuable advice for aspiring in-house attorneys, encouraging them to find what they love about the legal profession and to actively shape their career paths.