Dear Legal Ops

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Welcome to Dear Legal Ops, the podcast where wisdom meets wit. Join your hosts, Tom Stephenson and Tommie Tavares-Ferreira, every alternate week, as they unseal an anonymous letter, along with their esteemed guests: community champions, technology trailblazers, experts, and executives. Together they tackle the stickiest situations impacting every generation of legal ops professional. But Dear Legal Ops isn't just a podcast — it's a symphony of empowerment, a vibrant pulse of a brilliant community, and a captivating blueprint for every member of today’s evolving legal ecosystem. read less
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Ep 44: Live from Las Vegas, it’s Dear Legal Ops
Jun 6 2024
Ep 44: Live from Las Vegas, it’s Dear Legal Ops
This week we are live from Las Vegas at CLOC’s Global Institute, in the CLOC Talk Studio. As we open our anonymous letter from Dora the Dear Legal Ops Explorer, who’s gearing up for her first trek to the CLOC Global Institute aka CGI. With her backpack strapped and boots laced, Dora asks, “How do I navigate through this labyrinth of knowledge to ensure I discover the hidden treasures and make the most out of this incredible conference experience?” Join co-hosts Tom and Tommie as they divulge starategies for maximizing any conference experience, insights on making meaningful connections, and turning conference learnings into actionable steps for your legal ops journey back home. Whether you’re a first-time attendee or a seasoned conference-goer, get ready to navigate the untold hacks of conference-going with confidence.    Special thank you to CLOC for giving us time in the CLOC Talk Studio and Jenn McCarron, CLOC’s President and CLOC Talk’s host.    CLOC: https://cloc.org/  CLOC Talk: https://cloc.org/cloctalk/    This episode was made possible by our sponsor, Legal.io.    Dear Legal Ops  IG: @dearlegalops  LinkedIn: @dearlegalops  Facebook: @dearlegalops  Twitter: @dearlegalops  TikTok: @dearlegalops  www.dearlegalops.com    Tommie Tavares-Ferreira  Linkedin: @tommie  IG: @suttontell    Tom Stephenson  LinkedIn: @tstephenson1  IG: @tacotacotomtom    This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast  IG: @reddrockmusic  www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep. 34: Navigating the Legal Ops Adventure: Certifications, Compasses, and Career Growth with Bianca Weber
Dec 7 2023
Ep. 34: Navigating the Legal Ops Adventure: Certifications, Compasses, and Career Growth with Bianca Weber
This week, we're getting comfy with Bianca Weber, Senior Manager of Legal Affairs Strategy & Operations at Otsuka. Together, we're embarking on an exciting expedition through the world of legal ops education and growth, where we'll traverse the rugged landscapes of certifications and continued education. But that's not all – we're venturing off the beaten path to discover alternative educational trails for those eager to explore uncharted territories in their legal ops careers. Along the way, we'll unpack how personal development and emotional resilience serve as our trusty compasses on this career exploration journey. Join us as we blaze a trail less traveled. Whether you're dressed in your finest business attire or geared up in your hiking boots, prepare to hike the legal ops terrain with us. We're about to uncover the hidden treasures that will guide you to success in 2024 and beyond. So, tighten those bootlaces, grab your adventure hat, and let's venture forth!  This episode was made possible by our sponsor, Legal.io. Bianca Weber, Senior Manager, Legal Affairs Strategy & Operations at Otsuka https://www.linkedin.com/in/bianca-w-b1421a170/ Dear Legal Ops IG: @dearlegalops LinkedIn: @dearlegalops Facebook: @dearlegalops Twitter: @dearlegalops TikTok: @dearlegalops www.dearlegalops.com Tommie Tavares-Ferreira LinkedIn: @tommie IG: @suttontell Tom Stephenson LinkedIn: @tstephenson1 IG: @tacotacotomtom This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast IG: @reddrockmusic www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep. 33: DLO Confidential: What a CLO looks for in a Legal Ops Partnership with Jessica Nguyen
Nov 23 2023
Ep. 33: DLO Confidential: What a CLO looks for in a Legal Ops Partnership with Jessica Nguyen
This week, we're getting comfy with Jessica Nguyen, Chief Legal Officer of Lexion, to explore the dynamics of the Chief Legal Officer and Legal Ops partnership. Drawing on Jessica's extensive career and leadership roles in major enterprises, we'll tap her for insights and strategies for promoting a harmonious and productive relationship between CLO/ General Counsel and legal ops teams. We'll also uncover the secret for building partnerships and collaborations with teams outside of the legal function, navigating differences to ensure cohesive business strategies.  As we savor the flavors of this enlightening conversation, we'll raise a toast to the relationships that propel us forward, challenge us to be better, and remind us that success is indeed sweeter when shared. So, grab your post-turkey stretchy pants, kick back the recliner, and raise your glass to great partnerships! This episode was made possible by our sponsor, Legal.io. Jessica Nguyen LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessicanguyen Dear Legal Ops IG: @dearlegalops LinkedIn: @dearlegalops Facebook: @dearlegalops Twitter: @dearlegalops TikTok: @dearlegalops www.dearlegalops.com Tommie Tavares-Ferreira Linkedin: @tommie IG: @suttontell Tom Stephenson LinkedIn: @tstephenson1 IG: @tacotacotomtom This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast IG: @reddrockmusic www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices