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Russell Berger Quoted in Law360 on GCs and Leadership

September 29, 2023

Russell Berger was quoted in Law360 in the article titled, “At More Law Firms, GCs Have A Seat At The Leadership Table.” Russell highlighted the growing prominence of the GC position, which has historically been less common at small and midsize law firms. He shared his perspective on the importance of having a dedicated legal expert at the executive table to navigate the evolving business landscape and provide valuable legal insights to the firm’s leadership.

“We operate in a business fashion; We’re facing unique changes in the business landscape, and having someone who can help the executive team navigate through, [who] brings that specific legal perspective to the conversation, I think makes a lot of sense.”

The full article can be read here.

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