Mary Slocum

Core Responsibilities: Legal Advice: Providing expert legal counsel on various issues, including corporate governance, intellectual property, and employment law. Compliance: Ensuring the organization adheres to all applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards. Contract Management: Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts, agreements, and other legal documents. Risk Management: Identifying, assessing, and mitigating legal risks. Litigation: Managing litigation and coordinating with external legal counsel. Representation: Representing the organization in legal proceedings and negotiations. Legal Research: Conducting legal research to support decision-making processes. Training and Guidance: Providing legal training and guidance to internal stakeholders. Staying Informed: Monitoring changes in legislation and industry standards. Key Skills and Qualifications: Legal Education: Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school. Law License: Licensed to practice law in the relevant jurisdiction. Experience: Relevant legal experience, often with a preference for a combination of law firm and in-house experience. Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strategic Thinking: Ability to think strategically and develop effective legal strategies. Negotiation Skills: Strong negotiation skills for contract management and dispute resolution. Leadership and Management Skills: (If applicable) Strong leadership and management skills, especially for roles like Chief Legal Counsel or Senior Counsel.