Cockpit Counsel

Flight Path From M&A Attorney to CLO 


Meet Matt Pinkham, the CLO at Specialty Program Group. He was previously an M&A Attorney and brings his expertise to the show, with a focus on being a problem-solver in the in-house world. Tune in for his perspective on M&A, building strong relationships, and more.

Key Takeaways:

  • Approaching an acquisition and how Matt’s strategy has evolved
  • Transitioning from a firm to an in-house leadership role
  • Why you can’t simply advise as an in-house legal leader
  • And more!

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Timestamps

  • 04:23: Daily Responsibilities as CLO
  • 05:32: Transitioning Between Law Firms and In-House Roles
  • 08:07: Negotiation Strategies in M&A
  • 10:34: Understanding Seller Perspectives in M&A
  • 20:28: Navigating High-Stakes Negotiations
  • 22:33: Post-Deal Integration Strategies
  • 26:10: Building Trust as In-House Counsel
  • 27:52: The Importance of Listening
  • 29:03: Navigating Work-Life Balance
  • 36:16: Career Advice from a Coach's Perspective
  • 37:23: Raising Awareness for The Jack Bear Foundation

Featuring

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Tim ParillaChief Legal Officer, LinkSquares
Matt PinkhamChief Legal Officer, Vice President, Specialty Program Group