Leadership & Career Coaching for In-House Lawyers
Our team supports in-house lawyers who are navigating new territory, transitioning into greater responsibility, and/or thinking strategically about the arc of their careers.
Our team knows first hand what type of support works for high-achievers in demanding careers. Our coaching is informed by our experience as in-house leaders and trusted advisors to Fortune 500 companies, growth-stage tech companies, financial institutions, and so many others in between.
In coaching, we partner with our clients to tackle their most complex challenges. Whether in the context of leadership or managing their careers, our team aims to provide our clients with greater clarity, direction, and practical takeaways for their next steps.
Working with Us
Executive coaching may be engaged privately by the individual leader or sponsored by the organization as part of its leadership development investment.
Whether you are seeking coaching for yourself or exploring it on behalf of your company, we welcome a confidential conversation about the right structure.
In our clients’ words…
“I think it's important to have a professional coach who is both a highly successful lawyer and just a good person. Lauren has succeeded building both a professional career and a family/personal life. It's rare to find someone who's succeeded on both fronts so that's another reason why I was grateful for the coaching.”
- Senior In-House Counsel for Private Company
“Lauren is extremely personable and that makes it easy to be open and authentic, which is crucial for a coaching relationship.”
- Senior In-House Counsel, Financial Services
“My sessions with Lauren gave me clarity I couldn't easily find on my own. Each session uncovered new insights about my strengths, my thought patterns, and what I actually value in my current professional stage and personal vision.”
- Corporate Lawyer in Transition
“Lauren’s coaching style stands above others’ I’ve worked with previously. She brings a calm and approachable style that puts you at ease and allows you to be vulnerable. She asks powerful questions in a respectful and empathetic way — her style is both refreshing and reassuring at once.”
- Senior Partner, Private Equity
“Lauren has deep legal experience and an ability to connect with others. She met our lawyers where they are and offered insights that were both strategic and grounded in real legal experience.”
- Managing Partner & Head of Executive Compensation Practice
Common Coaching Topics for In-House Lawyers
Strategic Business Partnering
Turn legal analysis into clear, actionable recommendations aligned with commercial goals so you are seen as a solution-oriented partner, not a source of resistance.Executive Communication and Presence
Refine how you speak with the C‑suite and board, sharpen your narrative, and communicate succinctly in high-stakes settings.Influence and Stakeholder Management
Build coalitions, manage expectations with internal clients, and influence decisions even without formal authority.Workload, Prioritization, and Boundaries
Triage competing demands, set realistic expectations, and create sustainable boundaries in always-on environments.Leading Legal Teams and Key Initiatives
Lead and develop your team, delegate effectively, and run cross‑functional projects with Compliance, Finance, Operations, and other partners.Career Strategy In‑House and Beyond Law
Plan your path as in‑house counsel, GC, or CLO, and consider what may come next, from executive roles and board work to a chapter beyond law.High-Performance
Sustain high-performance without burning out by working on perfectionism, over-functioning, and long term resilience.