For the first three guests on Corporate Law Lab, we talked with senior in-house lawyers.  For the next three episodes, we'll be talking with litigators with three very different areas of specialization.  First up is Jordan Green, of counsel at the Phoenix office of Perkins Coie.  Jordan focuses his practice on white-collar criminal defense, corporate compliance, internal investigations, and commercial litigation.  He has worked extensively with corporate counsel to develop compliance plans for public and private companies and is a fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers and the International Academy of Trial Lawyers.

Corporate Law Lab: A Conversation with Nadia Petrolito, Global General Counsel at L'Oréal In this episode of the Corporate Law Lab, host Neil Taylor sits down with Nadia Petrolito, the current Global General Counsel for L'Oréal Dermatological Beauty, to dive into her impressive 25-year career. With nearly two decades of experience in fast-moving consumer goods, Nadia has built a reputation as a practical, creative, and innovative in-house lawyer and decision-maker. Named one of Canada’s Top 100 Most Powerful Women in 2017, Nadia shares her insights on navigating the legal landscape of a global brand, leading through crisis, and uncovering opportunities that drive both growth and cost-efficiency. Listeners will hear firsthand about her leadership philosophy, her approach to corporate social responsibility and ethics, and how she manages to inspire trust and collaboration across all levels of a rapidly evolving corporate environment.

Managing Labor & Employment Matters In-House with Darryl Kates.  In this episode of Corporate Law Lab, Neil Taylor sits down with Darry Kates, Executive Labor and Employment Counsel at GE Aerospace until his recent retirement. Darryl's eight years in private practice combined with his 25 years at a large multinational manufacturer give him a distinctive perspective on the roles of in-house and outside counsel in labor and employment matters from both sides of the relationship.  Darryl's views on demonstrating added value to the business, collaborating with the Human Resources team, selecting and managing outside counsel, and working on matters across the globe combine for a thought-provoking and entertaining discussion.  Whether you're an HR professional, business leader, or law enthusiast, this episode offers deep insights into navigating the complexities of labor and employment issues.

In the second episode of the Corporate Law Lab podcast, hosted by Neil Taylor, Director of the Cincinnati College of Law Corporate Law Center, we sit down with experienced General Counsel and corporate law expert Adeola Adebonojo.

Adeola brings a wealth of knowledge from her extensive career as counsel in telecommunications, fintech and business consulting firms. Tune in as she shares valuable insights on navigating the complexities of leadership in corporate law and her journey in shaping successful business strategies. 

Whether you're a law student, practicing attorney, or corporate professional, this episode is packed with key takeaways! 

Listen now and elevate your understanding of the corporate legal landscape!

This episode serves as an introduction to the Corporate Law Lab podcast, outlining what to expect and providing an opportunity to get to know Neil Taylor, the Director of the Corporate Law Center.