Episodes

  • Lean by Design: Rethinking the Modern Legal Team

    Lean by Design: Rethinking the Modern Legal Team
    27 Oct 2026
    Today's legal departments are being asked to do more than ever before, prompting leaders to rethink how their teams are structured and how work gets done. In this episode of The Legal Report from Robert Half, host Jamy Sullivan sits down with Billie Moliere, managing director of legal business development at Robert Half, to explore what it means to build a lean legal team. From legal operations and AI to workforce flexibility and team design, they discuss how leading organizations are creating more agile, scalable and effective legal departments. Tune in for practical ideas on rethinking the modern legal team and positioning it for long-term success.
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    28 min
  • Navigating AI Integration: Talent, Technology and Risk

    Navigating AI Integration: Talent, Technology and Risk
    7 Jul 2026
    AI integration is rapidly reshaping how legal work gets done, but many organizations are finding that technology alone is not enough. In this episode of The Legal Report from Robert Half, host Jamy Sullivan speaks with Sunny Sanghani, Managing Director and Legal Consulting Segment Lead at Protiviti, about what it really takes to navigate AI integration successfully. They explore the growing gap between technology investment and workforce readiness, the rising importance of hybrid talent and AI governance, and the critical role legal operations play in driving adoption. Tune in for real-world strategies on how legal leaders can align talent, technology and risk to build more effective, future-ready teams.
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    32 min
  • Success in Succession: Preparing the Next Generation of Legal Leaders

    Success in Succession: Preparing the Next Generation of Legal Leaders
    16 Mar 2026
    Succession planning has never been more critical for corporate legal departments. In this episode of The Legal Report from Robert Half, host Jamy Sullivan talks with Ami Rodrigues, Deputy General Counsel at Under Armour, about developing the next generation of legal leaders. They discuss why succession planning is a business imperative, how to transfer institutional knowledge and strategies for building future-ready teams. Tune in for practical insights on how legal departments can build strong leadership pipelines and prepare for long-term success.
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    42 min
  • Thriving in Big Law: Insights for the Next Generation

    Thriving in Big Law: Insights for the Next Generation
    15 Dec 2025
    In this episode of The Legal Report from Robert Half, host Jamy Sullivan sits down with Imani Maatuka, Commercial Litigation Managing Associate at Sidley Austin LLP. Imani shares insights on what leadership and development look like for early-career attorneys in Big Law, the role of mentorship and feedback in professional growth, and ways law firms can invest in culture and meaningful development to retain high-performing talent.
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    43 min
  • Litigation at a Crossroads: Talent, Tech and Tomorrow’s Teams

    Litigation at a Crossroads: Talent, Tech and Tomorrow’s Teams
    23 Sep 2025
    Litigation is on the rise… and so are the demands on the teams who manage it. In this episode of The Legal Report from Robert Half, host Jamy Sullivan and her guest Aaron Bath, vice president of litigation support and legal operations at Balfour Beatty US, explore how litigation teams are being reshaped by technology, shifting workflows and a competitive talent market. As AI and legal tech change how litigation is managed, traditional roles are evolving and new skill sets are in high demand. They discuss the growing need for litigation professionals who blend legal expertise with tech fluency, and why attracting and retaining this talent is a major challenge. Whether through redefining team roles, offering flexibility or supporting career growth, legal employers must adapt or risk falling behind. Tune in for an insightful look at what it takes to build and support high-performing litigation teams in a fast-changing legal landscape
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    47 min
  • The Risk Landscape for Legal leaders: 2025 and Beyond

    The Risk Landscape for Legal leaders: 2025 and Beyond
    17 Jun 2025
    In this episode, host Jamy Sullivan welcomes Chad Volkert, Global Solutions Leader at Protiviti, to explore the evolving risk landscape outlined in the Executive Perspectives on Top Risks survey. From economic uncertainty and shifting workplace dynamics to rising labor costs, privacy concerns, and AI-related compliance risks, Chief Legal Officers and General Counsels are navigating one of the most complex eras in corporate risk management. Chad breaks down the top near- and long-term risks facing legal departments and shares how forward-thinking legal leaders are adjusting strategies to stay resilient, compliant, and competitive in 2025 and beyond.
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    36 min
  • The Top Legal Trends to Watch in 2025

    The Top Legal Trends to Watch in 2025
    25 Mar 2025
    In this episode of The Legal Report from Robert Half, host Jamy Sullivan talks with Ranti Okunoren about the top legal trends for 2025. They discuss the impact of AI and automation on legal practices, the challenges of integrating new legal tech, and the role of compliance officers in ensuring regulatory adherence. The conversation also covers data privacy, cybersecurity, the rise of alternative legal service providers, and how the roles of paralegals and lawyers are evolving in the age of AI. Tune in to gain valuable insights on how legal professionals can navigate these emerging trends and stay ahead in the evolving legal landscape.
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    34 min
  • The Modern General Counsel: New Roles, Rules and Responsibilities

    The Modern General Counsel: New Roles, Rules and Responsibilities
    17 Dec 2024
    In this episode of the Legal Report from Robert Half, host Jamy Sullivan (executive director, legal, Robert Half) and guest Amy Yeung (legal executive and board member) focus on the evolving role of the modern general counsel. From chief legal officer to strategic business leader, they discuss the new rules and responsibilities of today’s general counsel, the role technology plays and best practices for success.
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    38 min