The In-House Counsel Committee CLE Program is a comprehensive three-hour continuing legal education session designed for in-house legal professionals. Organized by the South Carolina Bar's In-House Counsel Committee, this program aims to equip attendees with practical strategies to effectively balance their roles as legal gatekeepers and strategic business partners within their organizations.
The program covers key topics essential for in-house counsel, including vendor management, the interplay between legal and business decision-making, and effective litigation management. Participants will learn to draft robust agreements, conduct thorough due diligence, resolve disputes proactively, communicate legal risks in business terms, and manage litigation to maximize positive outcomes.
Scheduled as part of the 2026 South Carolina Bar Convention, the event offers opportunities for networking with peers and industry experts. Notable speakers include Mary E. A. Lucas from Open Technology Fund, Robert O’Malley from REV Federal Credit Union, and representatives from Mercedes-Benz Vans, LLC, and Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP, who will share their insights and experiences.
This program is ideal for both seasoned in-house counsel and those new to the role, providing valuable tools and knowledge to navigate the evolving business and legal landscape effectively.
Speakers(7)
Adriane Belton
Mercedes-Benz Vans, LLC
Allison Raffety
Mercedes-Benz Vans, LLC
Ashley Kutz Kelley
Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP
Harriet O'Malley
Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP
Mary E. A. Lucas
Open Technology Fund
Mathew Hamrick
Mercedes-Benz Vans, LLC
Robert O'Malley
Associate Counsel at REV Federal Credit Union
Robert O'Malley serves as Associate Counsel for REV Federal Credit Union, handling vendor management, contract review, regulatory compliance, litigation oversight, and corporate governance. He previously practiced residential and commercial real estate law and clerked for the Charleston County Probate Court.
Event Details
- Date
- January 23, 2026
- Location
- 🇺🇸 Columbia, United States
- Room 105-106, South Carolina Bar Convention
- Pricing
- Unknown
- Audience
- In-house legal professionals
- CLE Credits
- 3.0 MCLE Credit Hours