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General Counsel: USA - Global Market Leaders
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Jennifer Newstead is a highly-regarded lawyer who became Apple's Chief Legal Officer in 2025. Prior to joining Apple, she led the legal division at Meta. She also held key legal roles at the US Department of State and also served as general counsel of the White House Office of Management and Budget. Sources are quick to recommend her abilities and technical knowledge, especially as they relate to disputes and investigations.
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Jennifer is an excellent general counsel.
General counsel Jennifer Newstead is simply the best in the business. She is whip-smart and has the strategic judgment to match.
Jennifer Newstead is an outstanding GC.