Janine Cane
About Janine Cane
Janine Cane serves as the Regional Chief Counsel for Asia and Emerging Markets at Thomson Reuters, where she has worked since 2018. She has extensive legal experience, having held various positions in reputable law firms and within Thomson Reuters, and is admitted to practice law in Australia, the UK, and South Africa.
Work at Thomson Reuters
Janine Cane currently serves as the Regional Chief Counsel for Asia and Emerging Markets at Thomson Reuters, a position she has held since 2018 in Sydney, Australia. In this role, she engages globally with stakeholders across the organization to drive strategic legal outcomes. She leads a legal team that supports Thomson Reuters' business operations across various regions, including Asia Pacific, the Middle East, Africa, and the CIS. Prior to her current role, she worked as Chief Counsel for ANZ from 2017 to 2018 and as Legal Services Director from 2006 to 2017.
Education and Expertise
Janine Cane studied law at the University of Cape Town, where she achieved a BA LLB degree from 1987 to 1993. Her educational background has equipped her with a strong foundation in legal principles and practices. She is admitted to practice law in three jurisdictions: Australia, the UK, and South Africa. This diverse legal qualification enhances her expertise in navigating complex legal environments across different regions.
Background
Before joining Thomson Reuters, Janine Cane worked at Collyer Bristow LLP as a Lawyer from 1998 to 2000 in London, United Kingdom. She then moved to Clifford Chance LLP, where she served as a Senior Associate from 2000 to 2005. Her experience in these prominent law firms contributed to her development as a legal professional and prepared her for her subsequent roles within Thomson Reuters.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Janine Cane has held various significant positions within Thomson Reuters, including Legal Services Director and Chief Counsel for ANZ. Her leadership in these roles has been instrumental in supporting the company's legal framework and business operations across multiple regions. She has demonstrated a commitment to driving strategic legal outcomes and fostering collaboration among stakeholders.