There is arguably no industry more susceptible to technology disruption or changes in the regulatory environment than financial services. At the forefront of market advancements, counsel working at financial firms have to adapt more readily to changing expectations and political administrations, all while supporting their company’s innovations and growth into new areas and markets.
It is a tall order, but one that is far from impossible. For Ann Shuman, who recently started as general counsel at The Depository Trust & Clearing Corp. (DTCC) after serving as its managing director and deputy general counsel, working in the financial industry means keeping an eye on the future, even if it is largely unknown.
