The Modern Lawyer Series: Executive Skills for In-House Success
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Event Details
CPR’s Y-ADR Steering Committee is proud to present:
"The Modern Lawyer Series", a multi-part series for all ages, covering practical skills that today's lawyer should have.
Each edition will feature a different skill for the modern lawyer, presented in a one-hour interactive videoconference format moderated by a Y-ADR Steering Committee member and featuring experts in that subject. The interactive videoconference will include time for Q&A from attendees so questions are welcomed!
This edition is:
Executive Skills for In-House Success
Description: Transitioning from a law firm to an in-house role demands a fundamental shift in mindset—from legal analyst to executive business partner. To succeed, corporate counsel must master business-first communication, drive efficient cross-functional alignment, and cultivate a pragmatic approach to risk.
This panel brings together a dynamic combination of law firm attorneys turned in-house counsel, and in-house counsel turned neutral, to share insights on the modern in-house environment.
Panelists will share concrete approaches for shifting from risk avoidance to risk tolerance, leading concise, agenda-driven executive meetings, and leveraging early dispute resolution mechanisms to safeguard enterprise value.
Date/Time: Tuesday, October 6, 2026 | 11am - 12pm ET
Format: Interactive videoconference with Q&A - NY CLE Credit pending approval
Speakers:
- Ellen Kim, former in-house counsel Workday/ founder Cadenza Resolutions & Advisory
- Erin Klewin, Senior Litigation Counsel, Danone USA
- Bryan Kelly, Dispute Counsel, Fluor Corporation
CLE information
This program is suitable for experienced attorneys (non-transitional) and is pending approval for 1.0 credit NY CLE* in the category of Skills (New York State).
The CPR Institute has been certified by the New York State Continuing Legal Education Board as an Accredited Provider of continuing legal education in the State of New York.
Registration
Registration is open now!
CPR Institute Members= FREE
Non-members = $49
Students (with proof of active enrollment) = $29
Financial Aid Policy
CPR is a non-profit organization. Under financial hardship guidelines, at its discretion, CPR may waive the fee for attorneys who demonstrate that they are not currently employed (not retirees). CPR may also provide a special discounted price to attorneys, full time judges and administrative law judges practicing in the nonprofit and public sectors full time. Please contact herickson@cpradr.org to request financial assistance with this program.
