In-House Counsel Chronicles
In-House Counsel Chronicles
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Join Shawna Rosner, Partner and Director of Legal Recruiting at Direct Recruiters, Inc. on In-House Counsel Chronicles a podcast where Shawna sits down with the most influential in-house attorneys from the region's most respected. In each episode, she explores their unique career journeys, the challenges they've overcome, the milestones they have celebrated, and how they're shaping the future of law in today’s rapidly changing business environment.
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The podcast focuses on key themes such as career transitions, relationship building, and personal leadership in the legal profession. Episodes feature prominent guest attorneys sharing experiences like Kelley Barnett's journey from prosecution to in-house law, Amy Mutch's advice on risk-taking and balancing family with career, and Steve Eisenberg's insights into healthcare law. Specific topics also include mentorship, community involvement, and the impact of AI on legal services.
Join Shawna Rosner, Partner and Director of Legal Recruiting at Direct Recruiters, Inc. on In-House Counsel Chronicles a podcast where Shawna sits down with the most influential in-house attorneys from the region’s most respected. In each episode, she explores their unique career journeys, the challenges they’ve overcome, the milestones they have celebrated, and how they’re shaping the future of law in today’s rapidly changing business environment.
In this episode of In-House Counsel Chronicles, host Shawna Rosner sits down with Celaena Powder, General Counsel at Seismic, a global leader in revenue enablement software.
Celaena shares her journey from private practice to the in-house world, reflecting on the challenges and rewards of building a legal team from scratch and the leadership philosophy that guides her work. She discusses identifying opportunities for improvement within the legal department, navigating early-career responsibilities, and the importance of fostering a positive team culture.
The conversation also explores her experiences with M&A, the value of learning through trial and error, and how in-house roles demand a broader strategic mindset than traditional outside counsel work.
Beyond the office, Celaena gives us a glimpse into her personal passions—from woodworking in her own wood shop to her deep love of comic books, proving there’s a genre for everyone.
Whether you're an aspiring in-house attorney or a seasoned legal professional, this episode offers practical insights and thoughtful guidance.
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