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Microsoft Layoffs Impact In-House Counsel Amid AI Disruption

EMPLOYEES AFFECTED
50
EFFECTIVE DATE
Oct 1, 2023
50 OF 228,000 EMPLOYEES

What we know

Location: Redmond, Washington, USA.

Department affected: In-House Counsel.

Based on news reporting.

Summary

Microsoft Corporation has laid off approximately 50 employees from its in-house counsel department as part of a restructuring effort attributed to the disruption caused by artificial intelligence. The layoffs occurred in Redmond, Washington, and are part of a broader trend within the tech industry as companies adapt to new technological advancements. This decision reflects Microsoft's ongoing adjustments to its workforce in response to changing market demands and operational efficiencies. The layoffs highlight the impact of AI on traditional roles within the company, signaling a shift in how legal services are managed in the tech sector.

Microsoft Corporation cut 50 jobs affecting its In-House Counsel team as of October 1, 2023.

LayoffTalk has tracked 44 layoff events at Microsoft Corporation since January 2023, affecting a combined 84,418 employees.

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LTLayoffTalk StaffStaff23 hours ago

Microsoft Corporation cut 50 jobs on October 1, 2023. Were you affected, or do you know people who were? How was it handled — severance, notice, which teams? You can post anonymously below.

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