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How in-house legal teams thrive through purposeful integration

Abstract

For in-house legal teams to thrive, they must be more than a support function - they must be embedded within the organisation’s fabric, with a clear sense of purpose and strategic direction. As teams mature, they evolve from reactive problem-solvers into proactive, high-impact, strategic business partners. It’s a journey that requires not just legal expertise but also commercial understanding, leadership, operational efficiency, and strong internal relationships.

Author

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Kerry Phillip
Fractional General Counsel, The Legal Director, UK

Kerry is an award-winning, pragmatic and commercial GC who has worked in multi-nationals, small companies and a top London law firm. She works with GCs to optimise delivery of legal services

Company

The Legal Director

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