Lynn Horwitz pivots from mainframes to marketplaces to lead Etsy’ s legal team with integrity.
ISSUE 47- 2026
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Welcome to my first issue as Editor of Modern Counsel Magazine. Engaging with the inhouse counsel featured in these pages has been an absolute pleasure. These professionals demonstrate exceptional articulation and passion for their work.
One theme came up in every interview: accountability matters more than perfection. These lawyers see mistakes as opportunities to learn and come back with new perspective.
For most, moving from law firms to in-house roles marks a major career shift. Now, they support business operations, analyze risk, and create practical solutions across every sector they serve.
In-house counsel face unique challenges, especially within multinational companies, where they deal with complex international laws and regulations. To succeed, they build cross-border partnerships and avoid working in isolation. Their collaborative style turns legal challenges into strategic opportunities and drives both legal excellence and business results.
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