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As a lawyer, you are trained to understand how your clients’ business processes work. A lawyer who understands technology may be able to suggest ways to improve those processes that may not arise in your company’s IT team, which typically only gets involved when asked. Or, you may be able to suggest ways your entire legal department can better leverage technology as a group.

In honor of Women’s History Month, ACC members share strategies for balancing motherhood and careers in law. Dive into our recap of highlights from the ACC Foundation & ABA webinar. #LegalCareers #AttorneyMoms #ACC #ACCDocket

If you truly aspire to be a leader, you need to make developing a diverse and inclusive culture as important as any other operational and leadership action you take to drive performance.

With rapid increases in AI capability comes ​uncertainty and fear​ around job security within the legal industry. However, ​with ​th​is​ ​uncertainty ​​comes a ​welcome opportunity to​ consider​​ ​strategic transitions ​and​ unlock greater potential in your career, share Jessica Lehman and Shema Mbyirukira #ACCDocket #career #AI

New rules for federal contractors signal future changes for your cyber defense.

In his in-house career, Armstrong Global Industries CLO Austin So has faced challenges others might do anything to avoid. But his mindset has shaped a remarkable in-house journey, one built not just on resilience, but on reflection, service, and bold decision-making.

Calling all corporate lawyers! Amidst the drumbeats of change, are you grappling with uncertainty and questioning the value of your work? Join Peter Connor in part one of our T-Shaped Lawyer series. #FutureLaw #LegalValue #ACC #ACCDocket

Leaders don’t become leaders without mentors — or their mentees. Brian Ellis has learned this firsthand on his career path to senior vice president and general counsel at Danaher.

Volunteering is not just about giving back; it’s an opportunity to align your values, priorities, and time to create meaningful connections and personal fulfillment. Here are insights on how busy professionals can integrate volunteerism into their lives without feeling overwhelmed.

We all know that the field of law is changing. Unlike 20 or even 10 years ago, many recent law firm graduates are taking jobs in-house, and many corporate legal departments are comfortable training recent graduates instead of hiring them directly from law firms

Whether you are at a law firm or legal department, legal tech — and specifically Contract Management Software (CMS) — helps create that alignment. This article outlines five skills that CMS enhances that will help ensure your continued job security and career growth in an ever-changing legal market.

A professional network is resources, education, a sounding board, job leads, shared experience, and more. #ACCDocket #ACCNetworks

Emotions can be uncomfortable, but they are almost always present in organizations and the practice of law, writes Lifestyle Communities’ Associate General Counsel Brad Bald. He shares how conflicts in the construction industry can be resolved by understanding our emotional triggers.

Who do you call when disaster strikes? If you are Lori Middlehurst, the Asia Pacific employment law director for VMware, you call your local contacts first to get the on-the-ground scoop.

Our fresh and eager summer clerks made me reflect on my own path. What choices did I make that led me to this point? What advice could I possibly give someone starting out today?

Jeffrey Shane is the general counsel of the International Air Transport Association (IATA) in Montreal, the trade association for the world’s airlines, which represents 260 airlines and 83 percent of the world’s air traffic.

Jennifer Jaskolka’s meeting with her would-be coach Stewart Hirsch at last year’s Annual Meeting was meant to be — and right on time. Find out how a call from the office that day set the stage for this coaching pair and learn more about ACC’s Career Coaching benefit. #ACCDocket #coaching #professionaldevelopment

OnRamp In-House, a joint effort between the ACC Foundation and the OnRamp Fellowship program, assists experienced women lawyers reentering the legal profession after an extended hiatus from law practice. OnRamp works with top law firms and corporate legal departments to place these talented women in one-year, paid fellowships with top legal departments.

For in-house counsel, empathy is more than a soft skill; it’s a leadership tool that builds trust, clarity, and stronger business results. Discover how empathy can enhance legal leadership, foster collaboration, and drive better outcomes across the business.

You can institute simple daily habits that will bring joy to your life and, in turn, your career. Get ideas from Positively Legal Columnist Catarina Cavallaro’s interview with six GCs and learn science-based practices known to boost health. #ACCDocket #wellness

Legal counsel, director of corporate and legal services, and de facto snowmobile tester. Martin Langelier has collected a wide range of titles at BRP, the Canadian recreational vehicle company that invented the Ski-Doo, the first snowmobile. These experiences drove him to his current role as senior vice president, general counsel and public affairs officer.

Looking to grow professionally within an organization and also personally? This article describes several advisory relationships - mentor, sponsor, and coach and ways to find these opportunities. #inhousecounsel #ACCDocket

Positively Legal columnist Caterina Cavallaro dives in depth with Grampians Health GC, Laura Hartmann and Principal Legal Designer Sarah Rayment, discussing the benefits design thinking can provide for in-house counsel and how it’s utilized to cultivate an innovative organization. #ACCDocket #inhouse

There is no time like the present to rethink your approach to your career.

Discover the art of effective mentoring for in-house counsel with practical tips from Annie Cavlov, Executive and Personal Coach, on building trust, asking powerful questions, and fostering impactful mentor-mentee relationships. This guide highlights proven mentoring strategies to drive professional growth, leadership development, and long-term success in legal teams.