The Legal Leaders Podcast

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Welcome to The Legal Leaders Podcast, brought to you by InView - LawVu's community for In-House Legal Professionals. A place where candid conversations meet legal excellence; from exploring the latest technological advancements shaping legal practice to addressing crucial issues surrounding mental health and diversity in the legal profession, each episode offers a refreshing and honest perspective on the challenges and opportunities facing today's legal community.

  1. Michelle Clatfelter: Building modern in-house leadership in healthcare

    FEB 10

    Michelle Clatfelter: Building modern in-house leadership in healthcare

    In this episode of The Legal Leaders Podcast, host David Lancelot, Chief Legal Officer and EVP of Advocacy at LawVu, talks with Michelle Clatfelter, Chief Legal Officer at Springfield Clinic, about her unconventional path into healthcare law, what it takes to lead as the first in-house lawyer, and how modern legal leadership is reshaping the healthcare industry. They discuss: How Michelle built a modern in-house legal function from scratch at Springfield Clinic Why relationship-building, community, and trust are differentiators for today’s CLOs The evolution of in-house legal leadership—and why the old “risk mitigation only” mindset no longer works Tune in for an unfiltered conversation on legal team building, cross-industry leadership lessons, and the realities of operating as a modern CLO in one of the world’s most complex, regulated industries. Links: Connect with Michelle Clatfelter on LinkedIn Follow InView Community on LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/4oqMkh9 Join the InView Community: https://bit.ly/46NGsIr

    42 min
  2. Katja Fenton: Navigating global complexity and redefining the GC role at Fugro

    JAN 27

    Katja Fenton: Navigating global complexity and redefining the GC role at Fugro

    In this episode of The Legal Leaders Podcast, host David Lancelot talks with Katja Fenton, General Counsel at Fugro, about global legal leadership, building high-impact legal teams, and navigating complex geopolitical and regulatory environments. They discuss: How Fugro’s global operations – from geo-data to unmanned vessels – demand a sophisticated, business-aligned legal function The evolving expectations of modern GCs and why strategic leadership now sits at the core of the role Katja’s international career journey and how diverse experiences shaped her approach to influence, culture, and team development Tune in for an unfiltered conversation on global business partnership, strategic legal leadership, and building a modern, globally minded in-house team. Links: Connect with Katja Fenton on LinkedIn. Follow InView Community on LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/4oqMkh9 Join the InView Community: https://bit.ly/46NGsIr

    57 min
  3. Delphina Turner: Legal operations leadership at Panasonic Automotive

    JAN 13

    Delphina Turner: Legal operations leadership at Panasonic Automotive

    In this episode of The Legal Leaders Podcast, host David Lancelot talks with Delphina Turner, former Executive Director of Legal Operations at Panasonic Automotive, about leading legal operations transformation inside a complex, global enterprise. They discuss: Building and scaling modern legal operations without a traditional legal backgroundUsing technology, AI, and playbooks to accelerate contracting and business outcomesLeadership, mentorship, and creating a sustainable legacy within the legal function Tune in for an unfiltered conversation on legal operations leadership, AI-enabled transformation, and what it takes to modernize an in-house legal team. Links: Connect with Delphina Turner on ⁠⁠LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/delphina-turner-a1576888/ Follow InView Community on LinkedIn ⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4oqMkh9⁠⁠Join the InView Community: ⁠⁠https://bit.ly/46NGsIr⁠

    53 min
  4. Kasper Hansen: Scaling legal ops at Arla Foods

    12/30/2025

    Kasper Hansen: Scaling legal ops at Arla Foods

    In this episode of The Legal Leaders Podcast, host David Lancelot talks with Kasper Hansen, Head of Legal Operations at Arla Foods, about the evolution of legal ops in Scandinavia, the skills today’s legal teams need, and how operational mindset transforms the in-house legal function. They discuss: How Kasper built Arla’s legal operations function from the ground upWhy data, curiosity, and cross-functional fluency matter more than ever in legalThe coming impact of AI and why structured data is now a critical legal assetTune in for an unfiltered conversation on modern legal operations, the rise of the operational lawyer, and how legal teams can accelerate the business through data and process discipline. Links: - Connect with Kasper Hansen on LinkedIn. - Follow InView Community on LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/4oqMkh9 - Join the InView Community: https://bit.ly/46NGsIr

    39 min
  5. Eduardo Rastelli: Reimagining legal ops with AI, data, and people strategy

    12/16/2025

    Eduardo Rastelli: Reimagining legal ops with AI, data, and people strategy

    In this episode of The Legal Leaders Podcast, host David Lancelot talks with Eduardo (Ed) Rastelli, Chief of Staff & Global Head of Legal Operations at IHG Hotels & Resorts, about how modern legal operations is evolving into a true business accelerator — integrating AI, data, people, and technology to transform how global legal teams operate. They discuss: How IHG’s connected BRR model (Business Reputation & Responsibility) unifies legal, risk, compliance, audit, and insurance Why the role of legal operations has shifted from spend management to strategic enablement How AI, analytics, and people-centered design are shaping the next generation of in-house legal teams Tune in for an unfiltered conversation on integrated legal operations, AI-driven transformation, and what it takes to build a strategic, data-powered legal function. Links: Connect with Eduardo Rastelli on LinkedIn. Follow InView Community on LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/4oqMkh9 Join the InView Community: https://bit.ly/46NGsIr

    57 min
  6. Lisa Mather: Curiosity, reinvention, and leading through change

    12/02/2025

    Lisa Mather: Curiosity, reinvention, and leading through change

    In this episode of The Legal Leaders Podcast, host David Lancelot talks with Lisa Mather, a seasoned global legal executive and transformation leader, about her unconventional career path and the evolving expectations of modern in-house lawyers. They discuss: How a dual passion for science and law led Lisa to an “accidental” yet intentional legal career Lessons from building a global perspective across Australia, Hong Kong, Prague, New York, Singapore, and Chicago How digital transformation, sustainability, and AI are reshaping the future of in-house legal leadership Tune in for an unfiltered conversation on personal reinvention, global agility, and the profound changes technology is bringing to the legal profession. Links: Connect with Lisa Mather on LinkedIn. Follow InView Community on LinkedIn. Join the InView Community.

    52 min
  7. Catherine Kemnitz: Redefining in-house law through innovation, AI, and the future of legal careers

    11/11/2025

    Catherine Kemnitz: Redefining in-house law through innovation, AI, and the future of legal careers

    In this episode of The Legal Leaders Podcast, host David Lancelot talks with Catherine Kemnitz, Chief Strategy & Development Officer at Axiom, about how in-house law is evolving. They discuss: The shift from prestige law firms to empowered in-house careersAI’s impact: from research to judgment, strategy, and creativityWhy law schools must teach adaptability and people skillsLegal ops and consulting as critical tools for modern GCsCore traits for future lawyers: agility, curiosity, and passion Tune in for an unfiltered conversation on innovation, strategy, and the evolving role of in-house counsel. Links: Connect with Catherine Kemnitz on ⁠LinkedIn⁠Follow InView Community on LinkedIn ⁠https://bit.ly/4oqMkh9⁠Join the InView Community: ⁠https://bit.ly/46NGsIr⁠

    54 min
  8. Scott Brown: Consistent career development - networking and profile building for legal leaders

    10/28/2025

    Scott Brown: Consistent career development - networking and profile building for legal leaders

    In this episode of The Legal Leaders Podcast, David Lancelot sits down with Scott Brown, Founder and Chief Visionary Officer of Heriot Brown to explore how legal professionals can take control of their career paths. They discuss: Why job hunting should never start only when you need a roleHow consistent networking and profile building create long-term opportunitiesPractical steps for using LinkedIn, conferences, and authentic connections to future-proof your career. Packed with candid insights and actionable strategies, this conversation is a must-listen for any in-house lawyer serious about staying ahead in a competitive market. Links: Connect with Scott Brown on LinkedInFollow InView Community on LinkedIn https://bit.ly/4oqMkh9Join the InView Community: https://bit.ly/46NGsIr

    1h 6m
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Welcome to The Legal Leaders Podcast, brought to you by InView - LawVu's community for In-House Legal Professionals. A place where candid conversations meet legal excellence; from exploring the latest technological advancements shaping legal practice to addressing crucial issues surrounding mental health and diversity in the legal profession, each episode offers a refreshing and honest perspective on the challenges and opportunities facing today's legal community.

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