As the legal eyes and ears of a company, general counsel takes a front row seat in handling lawsuits and corporate legal matters. And while that role can make for high-profile recognition, it can also subject in-house attorneys to increased liability. Attorneys from Schiff Hardin released a white paper outlining strategies for general counsel to avoid personal liability. Below are salient take-aways from the publication.
In-house counsel, how can you avoid personal liability?
The many roles assumed by corporate legal departments can lead to increased risk of personal liability. However, by taking steps to preemptively reduce risk, general counsel can be more effective in ensuring corporate compliance and protecting its primary client, the company.
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