Phyllis Lipka Skupien, Esq.
About Phyllis Lipka Skupien, Esq.
Phyllis Lipka Skupien, Esq. serves as the Managing Editor for Publishing Platforms for Legal Commentary at Thomson Reuters/Westlaw Journals, where she has worked since 2000. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from Penn State University, a Master of Arts in Interdisciplinary Philosophy of Government, and a Juris Doctor from Rutgers University.
Work at Thomson Reuters
Phyllis Lipka Skupien has been employed at Thomson Reuters/Westlaw Journals since 2000, serving as the Managing Editor for Publishing Platforms for Legal Commentary. In this role, she oversees the editorial team and manages the publishing platform, ensuring the delivery of high-quality legal content. Her responsibilities include copyright counsel and legal analysis, contributing to the legal community's understanding of various issues. Under her leadership, the platform has facilitated the publication of insights from hundreds of lawyers annually.
Education and Expertise
Phyllis Lipka Skupien holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Sociology from Penn State University. She furthered her education by earning a Master of Arts (M.A.) in Interdisciplinary Philosophy of Government from the same institution. Additionally, she obtained a Doctor of Law (J.D.) from Rutgers University – Camden. Her educational background equips her with a strong foundation in both legal and sociological perspectives, enhancing her expertise in legal commentary and analysis.
Background
Phyllis Lipka Skupien has a diverse academic background, having studied at multiple institutions. She completed her undergraduate studies at Penn State University, where she focused on Sociology. Following this, she pursued a Master's degree at the same university, specializing in the Philosophy of Government. Her legal education culminated in a J.D. from Rutgers University – Camden. This combination of sociology, philosophy, and law informs her approach to legal publishing and commentary.
Achievements
Throughout her tenure at Thomson Reuters, Phyllis Lipka Skupien has made significant contributions to legal publishing. She created the author relations program for Westlaw Journals and developed the expert analysis program for the Practitioner Insights web pages. These initiatives have enhanced the platform's ability to connect legal professionals and facilitate the sharing of insights. Her efforts have supported hundreds of lawyers in publishing their work, thereby enriching the legal discourse.