Andersen Corporation Names New Senior Vice President and Chief Legal Officer

Andersen Corporation named Kelly McLain as senior vice president and chief legal officer. McLain will lead Andersen's enterprise legal function and serve as a member of the company's executive committee. She succeeds Andrea Nordaune, senior vice president, chief legal officer and corporate secretary, who will retire following a distinguished career with Andersen.

McLain joined Andersen in 2025 as vice president and general counsel for the Andersen Division. In her new role, she will have responsibility for the company's legal strategy and operations, supporting Andersen's long-term growth and business objectives.

Prior to joining Andersen, McLain served as associate general counsel at Cargill, Incorporated. Before transitioning to in-house practice, she was a litigation senior associate at Robins Kaplan LLP.

"Kelly is an exceptional leader whose legal expertise, business acumen and collaborative approach have earned the trust and respect of colleagues across Andersen," says Chris Galvin, chairman and chief executive officer of Andersen Corporation. "Since joining Andersen, she has demonstrated a deep understanding of our business, our culture and our strategic priorities. We are excited to have Kelly lead our legal organization and help guide Andersen's continued success."

"For more than three decades, Andrea has helped shape and protect our business through periods of tremendous growth and change, while building a world-class legal organization grounded in integrity, sound judgment and service," adds Galvin. "We are profoundly grateful for her leadership, her partnership and the lasting legacy she leaves across Andersen."