In-House Highlights – Managing Risk, Working with External Counsel and Professional Growth

Tuesday, June 16, 2026,12:00 PM -1:30 PM

Virtual Zoom

Chairs:

Patricia Betts, AVP and Managing Counsel Group and CXO, Sun Life

Jacqueline Bunt, Senior Counsel and Vice President Disability Claims, Ontario Teachers Insurance Plan

Kristina Desimini,VP and Managing Counsel, Litigation, Sun Life

This casual session explores some key pillars of effective in-house legal practice. We will discuss practical strategies for identifying and mitigating legal risk and building and maintaining productive relationships with external counsel to maximize value and efficiency, and share insight into career pathways and development opportunities available to in-house legal professionals.

Cost: WRLA Members free, Non-Members - $50 (HST included)

Registration required to receive Zoom link.

This program contains 40 minutes of Professionalism Content