In-House Outliers Building Upwards with ITGC's Sarah Irwin
Nov 20, 2024
Sarah Irwin, CEO and Founder of ITGC, shares her inspiring journey from corporate law to building innovative legal functions. She discusses the importance of prioritizing community and collaboration while reimagining legal operations in fast-growing organizations. Irwin emphasizes the evolving role of legal teams as strategic partners, rather than cost centers. Additionally, she explores how AI can transform legal operations, highlighting the necessity for alignment with business objectives. Her insights shed light on the future of in-house legal teams.
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Challenging Start
- Sarah Irwin was called to the bar right before the 2008 financial crisis.
- This made for a challenging start to her legal career in London.
Move In-House
- Sarah Irwin transitioned in-house, drawn to working closely with tech founders.
- The autonomy to build a legal function from scratch at Tines was a key motivator.
Building a Legal Function
- When building a legal function, prioritize supporting revenue generation and other key business goals.
- Operationalize legal practice, streamlining processes for efficiency.