In her article, “Product Counsel: How to be THAT kind of lawyer,” Adrienne Go explores the unique role of a product lawyer in a tech company. Unlike the stereotypical courtroom lawyer, a product lawyer collaborates with product managers, designers, and engineers to create user experiences that are legally compliant and user-friendly. Adrienne emphasizes that product counseling combines elements from various legal practices such as commercial contracting, regulatory compliance, consumer protection, marketing, intellectual property, and privacy.
Three Learning Outcomes:
- Ask Great Questions: Product lawyers must deeply understand the business goals and technical aspects of the products they work on, asking insightful questions about both the front-end user experience and back-end processes.
- Be the Customer: Lawyers should use their company’s products to fully understand the user experience and stay informed about competitors and industry trends to better advise their teams.
- Know Your Stuff: Being knowledgeable about the people, issues, and the overall user experience is crucial. Product lawyers act as connectors and advocates, ensuring that the best ideas are implemented across teams while maintaining a big-picture perspective.
To gain a deeper understanding of how product lawyers operate and the strategies they use, read the full article on LinkedIn: Product Counsel: How to be THAT kind of lawyer
