Avoiding Escalations In-House with David Sclar

In this episode of Cockpit Counsel, David Sclar delves into effectively managing the expectations of non-legal professionals in corporate settings. He also explores strategic approaches to address challenges that extend beyond the basics.

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David Sclar, the author of "Workplace Strategies for Technology Lawyers," is a tech/privacy lawyer, business partner, and startup advisor. He has served as Chief Privacy Officer and Senior Legal Counsel at digital health firms including Rally Health, acquired by UnitedHealthcare. In this episode of Cockpit Counsel, David delves into effectively managing the expectations of non-legal professionals in corporate settings. He also explores strategic approaches to address challenges that extend beyond the basics. Key takeaways - The soft skills you need to be successful in-house - How to work effectively with outside counsel and build that relationship - Why you can’t have an ego in-house - And more! Timestamps 02:21: Career Path and Transition to In-House 09:17: Ego and Effectiveness in In-House Counsel 17:45: De-escalating and Prioritizing Legal Issues 21:23: Working with Outside Counsel 33:43: Soft Skills and Workplace Strategies for Technology Lawyers 36:09: Framing Issues for the GC or CEO 40:25: The Importance of Empathy in Working In-House 44:04: Career Advice and Individuality

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