What are boards looking for from general counsel?

Five key areas GCs should focus on when addressing the board, with insights from Nicola Williams, partner and formerly GC, legal and compliance director and company secretary for Welsh Water. 

In today’s complex business landscape, the role of general counsel (GC) has expanded far beyond traditional legal duties. Boards increasingly expect legal leaders to provide strategic guidance that integrate ethics, business objectives and risk management. Recent events like the Post Office scandal underscore the importance of GCs in placing ethical

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