Nielsen appoints new chief legal officer

US — Nielsen has hired Eric Dale as its new chief legal officer.

Dale (pictured) joins from Robinson & Cole LLP, where he was a partner. Nielsen has been one of his clients for the past eight years.

“Eric’s broad experience and perspective make him not only a great chief legal officer, but also a strong business leader,” said Mitch Barns, Nielsen’s chief executive officer, to whom Dale will report. “We are thrilled to have him join our leadership team.”