Episode 1: 
In this episode of Clearly Illegal, Scott Lynn, the Executive Vice President General Counsel for Ryman Hospitality Properties, discusses the relationship between general counsel and outside lawyers. He explains that when selecting outside counsel, he considers the importance of the matter and the time and expense involved. He values expertise, prior knowledge, and the ability to understand the company's business. Scott also emphasizes the importance of communication and translation between the business and legal sides. He discusses the role of general counsel in managing both sides and ensuring that the business goals are understood by outside counsel. Scott also mentions the impact of insurance coverage on the selection of outside counsel.

Episode 2:
In this conversation, Scott Lynn from Ryman Hospitality Properties shares insights on how he assesses outside counsel and the importance of relationships in the legal industry. He emphasizes the value of hiring the lawyer, not just the law firm, and the importance of having a local legal network. Scott also discusses the qualities he looks for in supervising attorneys, including professional competence, responsiveness, and the ability to provide honest case assessments. He highlights the significance of brand names and pedigree in the assessment process and the effectiveness of marketing efforts such as professional development opportunities and client alerts.

Episode 3: 
In this episode of Clearly Legal, Scott Lynn from Ryman Hospitality Properties discusses effective collaboration between general counsel and outside counsel. They talk about the tools and technologies used to manage cases, such as Microsoft Planner, and the importance of using the same platforms for seamless communication. They also touch on email etiquette and the need for professional correspondence. Scott emphasizes the importance of copying relevant parties on emails and being mindful of privilege when sharing information. Overall, the conversation highlights the significance of collaboration, communication, and technology in the legal profession.

Keywords:
general counsel, outside counsel, relationship, selection, importance, time and expense, expertise, business knowledge, communication, translation, insurance coverage