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Podcast: BE THAT LAWYER
Episode: Nicola Hobeiche and Shereen El Domeiri: Inside the Mind of In-House Counsel: What Outside Lawyers Must Know
Description: In this episode, Steve, Nicola, and Shereen discuss:Building strong relationships between in-house and outside counselThe importance of business acumen in legal practiceNetworking and business development for lawyersAdapting to the evolving legal industry Key Takeaways:Outside counsel should recognize that in-house lawyers often make rapid decisions with limited information and need concise, actionable legal guidance rather than long memos.Many lawyers lack business literacy, making it harder for them to align legal advice with corporate goals; in-house counsel appreciate those who can bridge the legal-business gap.Instead of just asking for work, outside counsel s...