Light & Wonder's top legal executive, James Sottile, announces his retirement at year's end; Susan Dawson steps in as his successor.
In a significant move within the gaming industry, Light & Wonder, a US-based company, has announced that Susan Dawson will take over as the new Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary, effective from January 1, 2026. This change comes following the retirement of James Sottile on December 31, 2025.
Sottile, who currently holds the positions of Executive Vice President, Chief Legal Officer, and Corporate Secretary at Light & Wonder, will retire after a decade of dedicated service. To ensure a smooth transition, Sottile will provide consulting services to the company for one year after his retirement. His monthly retainer for these services will be $11,959.
Dawson, who is currently serving as Senior Vice President and Deputy General Counsel at Light & Wonder, has been with the company since 2012. She was appointed to her current role in 2018. Dawson will relocate from the UK to Las Vegas to take on her new responsibilities.
Susan Dawson's appointment was made public by Light & Wonder. In a statement, the company expressed their gratitude to Sottile for his years of service and their confidence in Dawson's ability to lead the legal department effectively.
James Sottile, in his retirement announcement, expressed his excitement for Dawson's appointment and his confidence in her ability to lead the company forward. He also emphasised his commitment to ensuring a smooth transition through his consulting services.
Light & Wonder operates within the gaming industry and has made a name for itself as a leader in the field. With Dawson's appointment, the company looks set to continue its growth and success.
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- In light of her new role as Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary at Light & Wonder, Susan Dawson will be responsible for overseeing the legal aspects of the company's gaming business.
- As part of his retirement package, James Sottile, the former Executive Vice President, Chief Legal Officer, and Corporate Secretary at Light & Wonder, will continue to provide finance-related consulting services to the company for a year, with a monthly retainer of $11,959.
