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The actions of one of Molex’s employees recently caused a major headache for the legal time as a potential crisis loomed. But Robert Zeitler coordinated a fast-paced and thorough investigation, disclosed the activity and the results of the investigation to the SEC and shareholders immediately, fired those responsible, and instituted satisfactory reforms. His swift actions preserved the dignity and reputation of his company, and promted Matthew Kipp of Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP to comment that Zeitler’s ‘handling of the crisis was nothing short of brilliant’. But his superiors at Molex would have expected nothing less from their general counsel, as they have long been aware of his value; Zeitler has risen through the ranks of Molex’s legal team, joining as patent counsel in 1998 and subsequently receiving a number of promotions. His role today sees him not only handling the company’s vast IP portfolio, but also overseeing all of its legal affairs globally, ensuring compliance, and managing and developing the members of his legal team.