Janine Cane
About Janine Cane
Janine Cane serves as the Chief Counsel for Asia and Emerging Markets at Thomson Reuters, a position she has held since 2018. She has extensive legal experience, including previous roles at Clifford Chance LLP and Collyer Bristow LLP.
Work at Thomson Reuters
Janine Cane has held multiple roles at Thomson Reuters since joining the company in 2006. She served as Legal Services Director for 11 years until 2017, where she oversaw various legal operations. Following this position, she worked as Chief Counsel for Australia and New Zealand (ANZ) for one year. In 2018, she transitioned to her current role as Chief Counsel for Asia and Emerging Markets, based in Sydney, Australia. In this capacity, she is responsible for providing legal guidance and support across a diverse range of markets.
Education and Expertise
Janine Cane studied at the University of Cape Town, where she earned her Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Laws (BA LLB) degree from 1987 to 1993. This educational background has equipped her with a strong foundation in legal principles and practices, which she has applied throughout her career in various legal roles. Her expertise spans multiple jurisdictions, particularly in Asia and emerging markets.
Background
Before joining Thomson Reuters, Janine Cane worked at several prestigious law firms. She was a Senior Associate at Clifford Chance LLP from 2000 to 2005, where she gained significant experience in corporate law. Prior to that, she served as a Lawyer at Collyer Bristow LLP in London for two years, from 1998 to 2000. Her diverse background in both private practice and in-house legal roles has contributed to her comprehensive understanding of the legal landscape.
Professional Experience
Janine Cane has accumulated extensive professional experience in the legal field over her career. After her time at Collyer Bristow LLP, she joined Clifford Chance LLP, where she advanced her expertise in legal matters. Following her tenure at Clifford Chance, she transitioned to Thomson Reuters, where she has held various leadership positions. Her roles have included overseeing legal services and providing counsel across different regions, demonstrating her adaptability and leadership in the legal sector.