Jim Hughes Honored with 2025 In-House Counsel Award
Missouri Lawyers Media has recognized Jim Hughes, vice president, general counsel and corporate secretary, with the 2025 In-House Counsel Award for a Public Company.
Hughes, with more than 20 years of legal experience, leads Compass Minerals’ legal function, including corporate governance, commercial matters, litigation, corporate compliance, intellectual property, SEC reporting and labor and employment law.
“This well-deserved recognition is a testament to Jim’s leadership and legal expertise at Compass Minerals,” commented Edward C. Dowling Jr., president and CEO. “We appreciate his ability to navigate complex challenges and serve as a trusted, collaborative partner across our organization.”
Established in 2017, the In-House Counsel Award program celebrates Missouri’s top in-house counsel who tackle complex contract negotiations, represent their companies in high-stakes litigation and protect their organization’s most important assets.
