- FLEX Role, Jene is an Operations Coordinator for FLEX where she provides general administrative support to the FLEX team including client development and attorney recruiting., Pre-FLEX, Prior to joining FLEX, Jene served as an Operations Analyst for Seabury Consulting (now part of Accenture), in New York and San Francisco, where she spearheaded procurement programs with vendors, managed budgets, and prepared financial reports for senior management., Education, Jene is an alumna of LIM College, New York.
- FLEX Role, Amrish matches emerging, private and public companies with top quality FLEX attorneys, managing both the client relationships and the attorney hiring process., Pre-Flex, Prior to joining the FLEX team, Amrish was a legal recruiter for two NYC-based agencies, where he focused on providing attorneys to law firms and corporate legal departments for interim legal expertise needs. Before making the career switch to recruiting, Amrish practiced commercial and white collar defense litigation at two Am Law 200 firms., Education, Amrish received a B.A. in Government & Politics from the University of Maryland – College Park and his J.D. from the William and Mary School of Law, where he was a member of the, Law Review, .
- FLEX Role, Jen manages FLEX finances, including client invoicing and payment collections, as well as HR onboarding and payroll for FLEX Attorneys., Pre-FLEX, Prior to joining FLEX, Jen began her professional career as an auditor with Ernst & Young. She worked in Fenwick & West’s Finance Department, where she was introduced to the FLEX team and assisted with invoicing. As FLEX grew, the team asked Jen to join them and manage FLEX finances., Education, Jen received her B.S. in Business Administration, Accountancy Option, from California State University, Fresno.
- As the tech industry faces the latest period of unpredictability, companies may find themselves constantly reevaluating their in-house legal needs. With signs pointing to a potential AI-fueled economic recovery, some companies with budget to hire may consider snapping up the high-quality talent currently on the market. On the other hand, companies that staff up too quickly risk being overstaffed…, After a downturn, it takes time to ramp up hiring, It wasn’t that long ago when the tech sector was flying high. At the beginning of the pandemic in 2020, tech companies grew their workforces . At the time, it seemed like there would be no end to the increased demand for tech products fueled by online consumers primarily confined to their homes. But companies found it challenging to hire top talent as they competed for the best in-house attorneys…, In uncertain times, individuals often rethink their career priorities, The attorneys we meet all have their own individual reasons for joining FLEX by Fenwick. Some want more flexible work schedules; some are solo practitioners looking for additional work to augment their practices. Recently, we have seen attorneys laid off from big enterprise technology companies contemplating their next move. Some are looking to get experience in the scrappy startup world. Others…, It can be a great time to get top-notch talent on a try-before-you-buy basis, If the high caliber of the candidates we see is any indication, now is an excellent time for companies to consider hiring legal staff. Many available attorneys are open to full-time employment for the right opportunity. Working through FLEX can help companies find out whether the lawyer fits well in the organization—before making a more permanent commitment. When companies hire their FLEX…, Conclusion, Economic uncertainty can be difficult. But savvy company executives can seize the moment. Those who take advantage of the opportunities in the current job market will ensure their legal departments are poised to meet their company’s needs, no matter what the economy brings., FLEX was founded by Fenwick in response to companies’ needs for customized, cost-effective in-house assistance. The FLEX team consults with you to understand your company’s unique needs and provide attorney options with relevant experience. FLEX plans are flexible and customizable—whether you need sporadic help over the course of a quarter, part-time assistance, or full-time support.
- Chambers & Partners recognized FLEX by Fenwick among the world’s best alternative legal service providers in their inaugural report on the alternative legal services industry. FLEX is one of just six providers named Band 1 worldwide in the flexible legal staffing category. FLEX is the only service created by an Am Law 100 firm that provides flexible and cost-effective solutions for interim,…
- FLEX by Fenwick general manager Linda Netsch was interviewed on, Thompson Reuters' Legal Current, podcast about why the firm launched FLEX and how it fits into the current legal landscape. FLEX is the only service created by an Am Law 100 firm that provides flexible and cost-effective solutions for interim, in-house legal needs to high-growth companies. The service is an example of how Fenwick develops new approaches to meet client needs and drive efficiencies and value. Listen to the full…, Legal Current, .
- Fenwick intellectual property partner Antonia Sequeira was profiled in a Diversity & Flexibility Alliance 'Spotlight on Flex' feature about law firms that embrace flex work policies and attorneys who successfully work reduced hours. Sequeira—a top-tier patent attorney and mother of a four-year-old—told the alliance that after working full-time during her first five years at Fenwick, she was…
- The business world has undergone tectonic shifts since the emergence of COVID-19. The pandemic has created new challenges and opportunities for every industry and sector, including temporary legal support services like FLEX by Fenwick. This article identifies three pandemic-related changes that have profoundly impacted temporary legal support services. We also share tips to help companies adapt…, On-Site Work Becomes a Thing of the Past, Before COVID-19, many engagements required interim counsel to work on-site. Since the pandemic shift to remote work , companies rarely need interim counsel to complete their assignments in person. For Silicon Valley companies, remote work means access to a larger pool of talented interim counsel. Rather than being confined to finding temporary legal support in the San Francisco Bay Area, they can…, Communication is Key, The shift to remote work means managers must be more mindful than ever about communicating with interim in-house counsel and keeping them in the loop. Companies can get the most out of their engagement by setting clear expectations with interim employees upfront and establishing regular check-ins to ensure they have the information and tools to complete their assignments. For example, companies…, Top Talent on Call, Since the pandemic, more lawyers are willing to forego full-time work in favor of the flexibility offered by temporary placements. For companies, this means they can get high-quality temporary legal support without having to bring someone on staff, with all the associated costs and commitments. FLEX has an exceptional roster of attorneys. We vet each person via interviews, background and…, Be Adaptable, The pandemic has reshaped our workplaces and our workstreams. Companies that recognize and adapt to these new ways of working can take advantage of temporary legal support to get top talent at their fingertips to handle any legal situation.
- , "I love enabling my technology clients to grow their business and meet their other objectives while also implementing strategies to minimize risk.", Keith is a long-standing FLEX attorney with over 10 years' experience with FLEX clients, and 30 years of legal experience. He supports our clients with inbound and outbound technology transactions. A significant portion of his work includes drafting and negotiating outbound SaaS agreements for small to mid-size private companies, in addition to data privacy, enterprise software, partnership, and…
- , "Working for FLEX gives me a great opportunity to engage with new clients and understand what’s important to them. My clients trust me to quickly spot issues, advise them on alternatives, and implement solutions to move their business forward.", Paul offers significant technology transactions experience with major consumer electronics companies. He drafts and negotiates hardware, software, reseller, supplier, purchase, and other agreements related to product development.