General Counsel are primarily tasked with ensuring that senior management can make well-informed decisions from a legal standpoint. This role involves significant leadership and advisory responsibilities to foster a legally compliant organization. As Chief Legal Officer, the General Counsel ensures that the company adheres to laws and regulations in its operations, advises board members on relevant legal matters, manages litigation responses, oversees the development of legal policies and procedures, and represents the company in both transactional and contentious situations. This is a multifaceted role that demands a range of skills.
This Coventry Academy training course is designed for aspiring or newly appointed General Counsel, helping them grasp the complex and demanding tasks involved while developing the managerial and leadership skills essential to build on their legal foundations. It focuses on equipping aspiring or newly appointed individuals with the essential skills and knowledge required to excel in this demanding role.
The course will cover key areas, including:
By the end of this training course, participants will be able to:
This training course is intended to be introductory but will take account of the level, sector experience and industries of attendees.
This Coventry Academy training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:
This Coventry Academy training course will utilise a variety of proven adult learning techniques to ensure maximum understanding, comprehension and retention of the information presented. This includes a combination of conventional teaching, group discussion and dialogue supported by real examples and case studies. Delegates will also be expected to work on short exercises to develop their skills, including role play, and encouraged to discuss real problems from within their experience or elsewhere.