In this episode of In-House Counsel Chronicles, host Shawna Rosner speaks with Jen Noble, Senior Employee Benefits Counsel at Ford Motor Company. Jen shares her journey from law school to her current role, discussing her experiences in employee benefits law, the challenges of transitioning from a law firm to in-house counsel, and the impact of the pandemic on her career choices. She emphasizes the importance of finding balance in work and personal life, building relationships in a remote work environment, and how AI isn't (yet) able to answer employee benefits questions. Jen also highlights her community involvement and offers advice for aspiring in-house counsel, encouraging them to trust their instincts and pursue opportunities without hesitation.

In this episode of In-House Counsel Chronicles, host Shawna Rosner speaks with Tim Gutwald, General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer at Mentavi, a telehealth company specializing in mental health care. Tim discusses the innovative asynchronous assessment process for diagnosing mental health conditions, the importance of a recent validation study Mentavi conducted, and his journey in healthcare law. He shares insights on the challenges of being the first in-house counsel, and collaborating with outside counsel. Tim also offers valuable advice for aspiring in-house counsel, emphasizing the importance of building relationships and gaining experience in corporate law.

In this episode of In-House Counsel Chronicles, host Shawna Rosner speaks with Joe Schohl, a seasoned General Counsel with over 20 years of experience in the healthcare sector. Joe shares his journey to becoming a General Counsel before the age of 40, outlining the seven key steps he took to achieve this goal. He discusses the differences between working in public and private companies, the importance of leadership in uncertain times, and the impact of AI on the legal profession. Joe also introduces his new initiative, Insight Council Academy, aimed at training in-house counsel to navigate the evolving legal landscape.