Lynn Watson serves as the Director of Compliance and Risk Management at Dinsmore & Shohl LLP, a prominent national law firm with over 700 attorneys and 1,400 end users. In this pivotal role, Lynn leverages her extensive expertise in risk management and cybersecurity to identify...
Lynn Watson serves as the Director of Compliance and Risk Management at Dinsmore & Shohl LLP, a prominent national law firm with over 700 attorneys and 1,400 end users. In this pivotal role, Lynn leverages her extensive expertise in risk management and cybersecurity to identify and mitigate operational and security risks across the firm. By fostering a collaborative environment, she engages with various business units to understand their processes and objectives, ensuring that risk management strategies align with the firm’s overall goals and risk appetite.
Lynn is instrumental in developing and implementing comprehensive risk management frameworks, including the management of Dinsmore’s ISO 27001 certification, which underscores the firm’s commitment to maintaining the highest standards of information security. Her proactive approach involves conducting thorough IT security assessments, enhancing data governance practices, and ensuring regulatory compliance across all levels of the organization.
Key projects under Lynn’s leadership include the establishment of robust operational risk mitigation programs and the rollout of ongoing education initiatives aimed at empowering employees with the knowledge needed to recognize and respond to potential security threats. Her strong background in people management and IT project and program management enables her to lead cross-functional teams effectively, driving a culture of security awareness and compliance throughout the firm. With a keen focus on litigation and compliance management, Lynn Watson is dedicated to safeguarding Dinsmore & Shohl LLP’s reputation and operational integrity in an increasingly complex legal landscape.
