The Rise of the Superstar Product Counsel: Skills, Strategies & Real-World Impact for Modern Legal Teams
Thursday, January 15th • 12:00 PM – 1:45 PM ET
As companies innovate rapidly, scale globally, and integrate emerging technologies into every product decision, the Product Counsel role has evolved from a niche function into a strategic cornerstone of modern in‑house legal departments. Product Counsel today work at the intersection of law, business strategy, user experience, and technology—advising on risk while enabling speed and innovation.
On Thursday, January 15th at 12:00 PM ET, Alex Paul (formerly in-house at Twitter) will provide insights that help in‑house counsel understand how Product Counsel can drive product development, guide responsible innovation, and partner effectively with cross‑functional teams. Alex will share practical frameworks, real‑world examples, and forward‑looking strategies designed to help legal teams influence product direction while managing risk in fast‑moving environments.
Key Takeaways
Attendees will learn how to:
Understand the evolution and rise of Product Counsel as a strategic business partner.
Identify the core competencies—technical, operational, collaborative, and legal—that define high-performing Product Counsel.
Apply practical frameworks to guide product development cycles and cross-functional decision-making.
Navigate complex issues across data use, privacy, regulatory obligations, emerging technologies, and global expansion.
Use real case examples to anticipate risk, accelerate go-to-market alignment, and support product innovation.
Plan for the future: how Product Counsel roles will expand, specialize, and shape modern legal departments.
Who Should Attend
This session is designed for in-house legal professionals who partner with product, engineering, privacy, compliance, or strategy teams, as well as those considering building or strengthening a Product Counsel function within their organizations. It is especially valuable for counsel navigating fast-moving product development, emerging tech issues, and complex regulatory landscapes.
