Skip to content

Menu

LexBlog, Inc. logo
NetworkSub-MenuBrowse by SubjectBrowse by PublisherJoin the NetworkGet StartedSubscribeSupportContact
Search
Close

Ep. 62 – Modern Board Membership with R.J. Kornhaas: Duties, Risks, and Opportunities

By Michael T. Clear & Robert J. Kornhaas on February 10, 2026
Email this postTweet this postLike this postShare this post on LinkedIn

In this episode, host Michael Clear welcomes back Corporate Partner R.J. Kornhaas to unpack the critical responsibilities and risks associated with modern board membership. Michael and R.J. supply actionable insights on the legal and fiduciary duties board members must uphold, how to assess an organization before joining, and the questions every prospective director should ask. They share real-world advice for navigating boardroom dynamics and preparing for leadership roles, including when it might be appropriate to step down. Discover how effective governance and forward-thinking strategies can equip you to excel as a board member and make a lasting impact within an organization.

Like what you hear? Click to subscribe to the podcast and get emailed new episodes as they become available, along with exclusive subscriber content.

If you’d like to listen to episodes on your preferred streaming platform, please click the links below to subscribe.

  • Amazon
  • Apple
  • Spotify

Resource Links:

  • Future Focused | Wiggin and Dana LLP (privatewealthinsights.com)
  • Subscribe | Future Focused | Private Wealth Insights

Photo of Michael T. Clear Michael T. Clear

Michael is the Chair of our Private Client Services Department where he leads our group of over 30 lawyers and allied professionals.  As a Partner in the firm’s Private Client Services Department, Michael regularly counsels clients on the far-reaching financial implications of estate…

Michael is the Chair of our Private Client Services Department where he leads our group of over 30 lawyers and allied professionals.  As a Partner in the firm’s Private Client Services Department, Michael regularly counsels clients on the far-reaching financial implications of estate planning, estate and trust administration, probate litigation, and business succession planning. Yet he is also a trained counselor with insight into the family dynamics these matters can effect. Known for his empathy and good humor, he helps clients take prudent action in the face of indecision, hopefully resolving contested issues before litigation. He is also a member of wiggin(x).

Read more about Michael T. ClearEmailMichael T.'s Linkedin Profile
Show more Show less
Photo of Robert J. Kornhaas Robert J. Kornhaas

R.J. is a Partner in the firm’s Corporate Department, where he advises clients on a broad range of corporate transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, venture capital and debt financing, commercial agreements, governance and general corporate matters, across multiple industries that include technology, life…

R.J. is a Partner in the firm’s Corporate Department, where he advises clients on a broad range of corporate transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, venture capital and debt financing, commercial agreements, governance and general corporate matters, across multiple industries that include technology, life sciences, financial services, manufacturing, digital media, consumer products and food and beverage. He is also a member of wiggin(x) and is Co-Chair of the Family Office and Strategic Investments Group.

Read more about Robert J. KornhaasEmailRobert J.'s Linkedin Profile
Show more Show less
  • Posted in:
    Corporate Governance and Compliance
  • Blog:
    Future Focused
  • Organization:
    Wiggin and Dana LLP
  • Article: View Original Source

Call us at 1-800-913-0988 or email sales@lexblog.com.

Facebook LinkedIn Twitter RSS
The Library at LexBlog
  • About LexBlog
  • The Field We Built
  • Library at LexBlog
  • Our Beliefs
  • Our Team
  • Contact LexBlog
  • Disclaimer
  • Editorial Policy
  • Terms of Service
  • Get Started
  • Publishing Solutions
  • Compass
  • Submit a Request
  • Support Center
  • System Status
Copyright © 2026, LexBlog, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Law blog design & platform by LexBlog LexBlog Logo