Having Their Say: Conversations Between Women of Color Managing Partners and General Counsel
by DLA Piper
DLA Piper hosted a panel discussion titled "Having Their Say: Conversations Between Women of Color Managing Partners and General Counsel" on September 27, 2023, from 10:30 am to 11:30 am ET. This event was part of the 2023 Corporate Counsel Women of Color (CCWC) Conference and featured prominent women leaders in the legal profession sharing their experiences and insights.
The panel addressed key topics such as leadership challenges, career advancement strategies, and the unique experiences of women of color in high-level legal positions. Discussions also covered fostering diversity and inclusion within the legal industry and strategies for overcoming systemic barriers.
Panelists included Jackie Park, Co-US Managing Partner at DLA Piper; Angie Chen, General Counsel and Chief Administrative Officer at MarkLogic Corporation; Lynn Watkins-Asiyanbi, Chief Administrative & Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary at CECO Environmental Corporation; and Cristina Carvalho, Firmwide Co-Managing Partner at ArentFox Schiff. The event provided attendees with opportunities for networking and engaging in meaningful conversations about diversity and leadership in the legal field.
This panel was particularly beneficial for legal professionals interested in diversity and inclusion, as well as those seeking to understand the perspectives and challenges faced by women of color in leadership roles within the legal industry.
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Speakers(4)
Angie Chen
General Counsel and Chief Administrative Officer at MarkLogic Corporation
Angie Chen is the General Counsel and Chief Administrative Officer at MarkLogic Corporation, where she leads the company's legal and administrative functions.
Cristina Carvalho
Firmwide Co-Managing Partner at ArentFox Schiff
Cristina Carvalho is the Firmwide Co-Managing Partner at ArentFox Schiff, responsible for guiding the firm's overall strategy and operations.
Jackie Park
Co-US Managing Partner at DLA Piper
Jackie Park serves as the Co-US Managing Partner at DLA Piper, overseeing the firm's operations and strategic initiatives across the United States.
Lynn Watkins-Asiyanbi
Chief Administrative & Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary at CECO Environmental Corporation
Lynn Watkins-Asiyanbi holds the position of Chief Administrative & Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary at CECO Environmental Corporation, managing the company's legal affairs and corporate governance.
Event Details
- Date
- September 27, 2023
- Location
- 🇺🇸 United States
- 2023 Corporate Counsel Women of Color (CCWC) Conference
- Audience
- Legal professionals, diversity and inclusion advocates, women in leadership