Beyond Billables · 2026-06-16 · 1h 1m
In this episode of Beyond Billables: Lessons from Top Law Firm Partners, host Stephen Rodney sits down with Jane Caskey , Global Head of Risk Advisory at Linklaters . Jane shares her journey from intellectual property litigation in Canada to leading a global risk advisory practice at one of the world's leading law firms. The conversation explores how client expectations are changing, why lawyers need to think beyond legal advice alone, and what it takes to become a trusted adviser in today's increasingly complex business environment. Jane Caskey leads the risk advisory practice at Linklaters. Originally from Canada, she began her career as an intellectual property lawyer before taking on global leadership roles, including Global Head of Intellectual Property and Chief Client Officer at her previous firm. Jane has helped shape innovative approaches to client service by combining legal, compliance, risk, and operational expertise to deliver integrated solutions for global clients. Expect to Learn: How Jane transitioned from IP litigation to leading a global risk advisory practice. Why clients increasingly expect lawyers to provide business-focused advice, not just legal opinions.
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