Notes To My (Legal) Self

Season 5, Episode 16: Making the leap from Litigation to In-House (with Christi Disparte)

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Welcome to another enlightening episode of "Notes to My Legal Self," where we navigate the complexities and triumphs of legal careers with in-house professionals. Today, we're coming to you from San Antonio, Texas, embracing the new realities of post-pandemic travel and continuing our conversations on the go. In this episode, we dive deep with Christi Disparte, an in-house legal counsel at ENGIE Impact, exploring the often misunderstood journey from litigation to in-house counsel.


Key Takeaways:

  • Debunking myths about transitioning from litigation to in-house roles.
  • Insight into Christi's personal journey and the challenges she overcame.
  • The importance of timing, readiness, and leveraging litigation experience in a corporate setting.
  • A candid discussion on the realities of work-life balance and making a purposeful career shift.


    • Guest Information:
    Christi Disparte shares her compelling transition from being a litigation associate to embracing the role of in-house legal counsel at ENGIE Impact. With a rich background in complex civil litigation, Christi's story is a beacon for legal professionals contemplating a similar move.


    Questions:

    • What are the common misconceptions about moving from litigation to in-house counsel?
    • How can litigation experience be an asset in a corporate environment?
    • What does it take to make a successful transition to in-house counsel?

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      Join us on this journey of professional growth and discovery, as we uncover the steps, challenges, and triumphs of transitioning from the courtroom to the corporate world with Christi Disparte. Your path to in-house counsel might just start here.

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      Notes To My (Legal) SelfBy Olga V. Mack
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