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The CLO role isn’t just about legal anymore. Today’s Chief Legal Officers are deeply embedded in corporate strategy, with their influence extending far beyond legal matters. According to the 2025 Association of Corporate Counsel CLO Survey: 🔹 70% oversee at least two additional areas—risk, compliance, privacy, ethics, and more. 🔹 58% play a key role in M&A and corporate transactions. 🔹 44% say their biggest impact is advising the CEO and shaping business strategy. At OGC, we know what it takes to lead beyond legal—because we’ve done it ourselves. Our team of former GCs regularly partners with in-house counsel to help navigate complex legal challenges and drive measurable value across companies of all sizes and sectors. #ACC2025 #CLOTrends #InhouseLegal #OGC

New GCs don’t get a 90-day grace period. From day one, they’re expected to make an impact. Former CLO and executive coach Delida Costin knows this firsthand. In a recent interview with Law.com's Trudy Knockless, she shared her “First Things First” framework to help GCs prioritize, build influence, and drive impact—immediately. Here’s how she breaks it down: 🔹 Listen: Conduct a strategic listening tour across leadership and the board to identify priorities—and gaps. 🔹 Assess: Is legal aligned with company goals or just seen as a cost center? 🔹 Enable: Remove roadblocks for the legal team and the business. 🔹 Identify: Quick wins build credibility and momentum. 🔹 Build influence: Legal’s value isn’t just in advice—it’s in shaping business strategy. At OGC, we don’t just offer legal services—we mentor new GCs, helping them anticipate legal and business challenges and lead with confidence. 📖 Read more about this strategy for in-house leaders tackling the first 90 days: https://lnkd.in/eMCyfXnq #GeneralCounsel #LegalLeadership #InHouseCounsel #GC #Mentorship #OGC

We’re thrilled to announce that Alexander Puma, M.Ed has been promoted to Senior Manager, Client Success—a recognition of his exceptional dedication and impact in less than a year! ✅ Client-First Mindset – Alex has enhanced our client intake and engagement processes, ensuring seamless experiences from day one. ✅ Attorney Support Excellence – His responsiveness and problem-solving skills make him an invaluable resource for our legal team. ✅ Process & Efficiency Improvements – From streamlining workflows to improving communication, Alex is driving real operational improvements. Please join us in congratulating Alex on this well-earned achievement! We can’t wait to see what he accomplishes next. 👏 #Promotion #Leadership #ClientSuccess #TeamOGC

Tech innovation moves fast—sometimes faster than regulation. AI, cloud computing, and data analytics are reshaping industries, but they also introduce legal, financial, and compliance risks. We’ve outlined 5 key legal risks facing tech companies today—plus strategies to stay ahead. Read more in our latest OGC blog: https://hubs.li/Q03bKmkf0 OGC partners with tech companies to help them navigate issues related to data privacy, cybersecurity, safeguarding intellectual property, regulatory compliance and much more. Reach out to explore how we can support the unique needs of your business. #TechnologyLaw #Cybersecurity #AI #CloudComputing #Compliance #RiskManagement #OGC

Congratulations to the Portland Thorns FC executive team for securing what the press is calling the richest jersey deal in league history! The three-time NWSL champions have announced a multiyear sponsorship agreement with Ring, an Amazon-owned home security brand. A huge shoutout to OGC Partner Bradford C. Auerbach for assisting on this landmark contract negotiation! We're proud to partner with the Thorns organization. At OGC, we work with leagues, teams, sponsors, licensees, networks, content creators, and distributors across the sports industry. What’s next for sponsorship in women’s sports? Let’s discuss. ⬇️ #SportsBusiness #Sponsorship #NWSL #PortlandThorns #OGC https://hubs.li/Q03bvkdp0

AI is reshaping the legal profession, and OGC Partner Caroline McCaffery McCaffery is at the forefront. In a recent Law360 interview, Caroline shared how transactional lawyers like her are using AI for contract negotiations, drafting, and research. She has even developed a custom AI tool to track evolving state privacy laws—a preview of the tailored legal LLMs (large language models) we’ll see in the future. AI in law is only just beginning. Read more in Law 360’s article, These Attys Are AI 'Power Users' Reinventing Legal Work: https://hubs.li/Q03bgWHh0 #OGC #AIinLaw #LegalTech #GenerativeAI #InHouseCounsel

Key Priorities for GCs: Navigating Executive Orders & AI Challenges At last week’s Consero General Counsel Forum, one of the biggest concerns among GCs was —no surprise—how to respond to recent Executive Orders from the new administration. Legal teams are working proactively with executive leadership to assess risk and develop strategies to address: ✔️ Mitigating risks from tariffs & supply chain disruptions ✔️ Adapting to evolving FCPA guidelines ✔️ Implementing effective DEI policies ✔️ Ensuring I-9 audit readiness & compliance Another top priority? Generative AI GCs are grappling with AI's rapid regulatory evolution, integration challenges, and ethical considerations—especially regarding employee use. What’s at the top of your legal team’s agenda? Let’s discuss how OGC can help. #ConseroGC #GeneralCounsel #OGC #Leadership #Compliance #InHouseCounsel

The 2025 Association of Corporate Counsel's CLO Survey revealed a key priority: 59% of Chief Legal Officers want their legal teams to sharpen business acumen. Legal decisions are not made in a vacuum—they must support a company’s broader operational and strategic objectives. Business-savvy lawyers: 🔹 Bridge legal and business objectives to drive company success. 🔹 Deliver practical, risk-calibrated solutions that enable growth. 🔹 Interpret financials, deal structures, and risk exposure. 🔹 Stay ahead of industry shifts, regulations, and competitive pressures. At OGC, our attorneys have been trained to think like business leaders. Our deep in-house experience means we don’t just give legal advice—we help you make smart, strategic decisions for your company. Let’s talk. #ACC2025 #CLOTrends #InhouseLegal #OGC

Private Equity firms are holding onto their portfolio companies longer than they have in nearly a decade. According to PitchBook’s Q1 2025 Perspectives: US Market Insights report: 📌 By the end of 2024, the median holding period hit 3.4 years; and 📌 30% of PE-backed companies had been held for at least five years—both decade highs. With exit challenges persisting, PE firms are facing: 🔹 Legal and regulatory headwinds—longer hold periods bring governance, financing, and compliance challenges. 🔹 Growing pressure to restructure debt—think dividend recaps, NAV loans, and refinancing. 🔹 Timing and exit preparedness risks—missing the right window or scrambling when buyers emerge. If you’re running a PE-backed company, let’s discuss how we can help. OGC is a law firm comprised of former GCs with deep experience in: ✅ Debt restructuring ✅ Covenant compliance & lender negotiations ✅ Exit readiness, risk mitigation & corporate governance Read more: https://lnkd.in/eim9YbYM #OGC #PrivateEquity #MergersAndAcquisitions #Liquidity #InvestmentTrends #PEExits