In this episode of Big Law Life, host Laura Terrell is joined by Husch Blackwell Chair Joe Glynias. Based in St. Louis, Joe focuses his practice on employment law. As a former Executive Board member, he helped modernize the firm’s evaluation metrics and became Husch Blackwell's chair on April 1, 2024. He also co-led the launch of HB In-House, a unique career development program designed to help lawyers transition to in-house roles and enhance client service.
Laura and Joe discuss how law firm lawyers can better understand in-house roles to enhance client service and prepare for potential transitions to in-house positions. Joe shares insights into HB In-House and how the program not only provides educational modules but also opportunities for secondments and job matching, offering a comprehensive approach to professional development.
The conversation illustrates innovative ways law firms can better serve their clients and their lawyers with structured professional development programs and fostering open career path discussions.