In this episode, Michael Kirkwood, General Counsel at Asset Based Lending, discusses the rapid growth of the organization from 90 to over 150 employees and the challenges of scaling legal processes, building a legal team, and reducing reliance on outside counsel. He emphasizes the importance of regulatory compliance, market expansion, and efficient data management while highlighting the tools and practices, such as standardized loan documents and AI-driven solutions, that have streamlined operations. Reflecting on his career, Michael explains how his background in real estate law equipped him with the skills to manage diverse legal practices. He also offers advice to junior lawyers, encouraging them to focus on interpersonal skills, understanding business needs, and embracing technological advancements to succeed in the evolving legal field.We hope you enjoyed this episode! :)- The Ivory GC team#InHouseCounsel #LegalStrategy #CorporateLaw #IvoryGC #BusinessLaw #LegalCareers #LawyerLife #GeneralCounsel #CorporateGovernance #LegalAdvice #LegalProfessionals #InsideCounsel #LegalLeadership #LegalInnovation

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