About

As a highly experienced general counsel for Ireland and Northern Ireland at Google, Sarah Lennon is at the very cutting edge of in-house practice not only in a hugely dynamic organisation, but also in a uniquely fast-paced industry where success as a legal in-house counsel demands both a sharp legal mind and effective communication, collaboration and business management skills. Lennon’s role at Google places her at the heart of the company’s presence in Europe and commands a critical position in its market. Lennon consistently displays superb skill in the manner in which she manages her team, her work portfolio and her relationship with outside counsel. She expertly manages what can be a challenging as well as fast moving job in a high pressure industry. Lennon is innovative and imaginative and represents Google at all times in an effective, pro-active and professional manner. In the words of a nominator, ‘she is also a very effective but fair task-master, in terms of her relationship with outside counsel. To take instructions from her in particular matters brings challenges, pressure and deadlines, all of the things we as outside counsel should more than expect from a leading light within the in-house counsel community. In an environment where leading companies such as Google face a myriad of legal issues on a daily basis, Google are very fortunate to have Lennon within their ranks to lead the charge as general counsel for Ireland and Northern Ireland’.