The general counsel’s (GC) role has become increasingly complex over the year. Not only do they have to adapt to rapidly changing regulations, but they also face challenges in running their teams efficiently. Enter legal operations, which take the day-to-day running of the department out of a GC’s hands, allowing them to focus on the work that really matters.

Whether it’s the lure of further integration into the business or the temptation of a better work-life balance, more and more lawyers are today moving into in-house roles. What are some of the key attributes they would need to head the legal function at an organisation? Chris Thomson finds out.

What are some of the qualities that companies seek in their in-house counsel? Haky Moon asks recruiters and heads of legal across Asia

Ranajit Dam speaks to senior legal personnel to get a flavour of 2016

The Philippines is now Asia’s second-fastest growing economy, bringing with it both deals and opportunities. Ranajit Dam examines how in-house counsel are coping with – and capitalising on – these boom times

In our inaugural GC section, Alfred Romann speaks to two prominent General Counsel based in Singapore about some of the challenges they are facing regionally, and how their role is evolving as a result