In an era where mergers and acquisitions are reshaping the U.S. corporate landscape, three powerhouse women leaders are set to decode the art of blending legal savvy with business acumen. Don’t miss this can’t-attend webcast that promises game-changing insights for in-house counsel navigating 2025’s volatile dealmaking environment.
The “Best of WIPL Webcast: Legal & the Business,” spotlighting the Transaction Track from the acclaimed Women, Influence & Power of Law conference, goes live on Thursday, November 19, 2025, at 2 p.m. ET (11 a.m. PT). This complimentary session, hosted by Law.com, draws from proven strategies honed by top executives, offering a roadmap for finance-legal collaborations amid surging M&A trends.
Headlining the discussion are Yelena Dunaevsky, Senior Vice President at Woodruff Sawyer, an insurance brokerage powerhouse; Sophia Lee, Chief Legal Officer at Altus Power, a leader in renewable energy solutions; and Karen M. Sheehan, Executive Vice President, Chief Legal Officer & Corporate Secretary at Tupperware Brands. These trailblazers bring decades of frontline experience in high-stakes transactions, from renewable energy deals to consumer goods integrations.
At its core, the webcast tackles pressing challenges for U.S. legal professionals: forging airtight partnerships with finance teams to spot opportunities while dodging risks; dissecting the hottest M&A trends, like cross-border tech acquisitions and ESG-driven consolidations; and sidestepping post-merger minefields, including cultural clashes and compliance snags that can torpedo synergies. “In-house counsel aren’t just advisors—they’re the architects of sustainable growth,” highlights the event preview, emphasizing how these tactics can amplify a legal department’s boardroom clout.
This isn’t abstract theory; it’s battle-tested wisdom. Dunaevsky’s expertise in risk management for insurers will illuminate how to stress-test deals pre-close. Lee, steering Altus through green energy booms, will unpack negotiation levers in a regulatory-heavy sector. Sheehan, a veteran of Tupperware’s transformations, shares hard-won lessons on post-deal harmony to preserve value.
For American readers—from rising GCs in Silicon Valley startups to seasoned VPs in Midwest manufacturing—these revelations hit home. With U.S. M&A volume projected to rebound 15% in 2025 amid economic stabilization, mastering legal-business fusion could slash integration costs by up to 20%, per recent Deloitte forecasts. It’s a boon for women in law, too, amplifying their influence in male-dominated C-suites and fueling diversity initiatives that boost innovation.
Public buzz is building on platforms like LinkedIn, where legal networks praise WIPL events for “real-talk empowerment” in corporate strategy. One post from a Texas Lawyer alum called it “essential viewing for any GC eyeing the next big play.” As M&A trends accelerate, this webcast equips attendees to lead with precision, turning potential pitfalls into profit drivers.
Register now at the webinar link for live access or on-demand replay—spots are filling fast. Whether you’re fortifying your firm’s deal pipeline or climbing the leadership ladder, these insights on legal & the business will redefine your playbook for 2025 and beyond.
By Sam Michael
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