As Risk Management Counsel, Elizabeth “Scottie” Eastman plays a crucial role in mitigating potential risks for the firm, leveraging her extensive legal background to safeguard its interests.
Scottie’s legal career began at Thompson Coburn, where she developed a robust foundation in litigation. Her early experience spanned diverse areas, including banking and business litigation, white-collar crime, and intellectual property. This broad exposure provided her with a comprehensive understanding of various legal landscapes and their inherent risks.
Throughout her career, Scottie has consistently focused on complex litigation, notably in product-liability multi-district litigation. Her dedication to client advocacy was further honed during her time as an intake attorney for a personal injury firm, where she provided vital counsel to thousands of injury victims. This unique blend of experience in both large-scale litigation and direct client interaction deeply informs her approach to risk management, ensuring a keen understanding of both systemic and individual vulnerabilities.
Scottie holds a law degree from Washington University in St. Louis. She also graduated magna cum laude from Indiana University, where she pursued her studies in journalism through the honors college.
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