Culture Matters: Leadership, Compliance, and Career Growth with Louise Brock

Louise Brock | Labor & Employment Law, In-House Practice, and Workplace CultureIn this episode of Corporate Law Lab, host Neil Taylor, Director of the Corporate Law Center at the University of Cincinnati College of Law, speaks with Louise Brock about her career in labor and employment law and her transition from law firm practice to in-house legal leadership.Louise reflects on:Choosing labor & employment law and building a practice at a firmThe shift from outside counsel to in-house lawyerHow legal, HR, and leadership functions work together in companiesInvestigations, compliance, and managing workplace riskWhy communication, empathy, and leadership skills are essential for lawyersThe connection between culture, psychological safety, and complianceNavigating change in employment law and regulatory prioritiesCareer advice on finding the right fit, developing strengths, and staying adaptableThis conversation provides a practical look at the human side of legal work and the role lawyers play in shaping ethical, effective workplaces.