Apple’s General Counsel Kate Adams to retire late next year

Apple today announced that Jennifer Newstead will become Apple’s General Counsel on March 1, 2026, following a transition of duties from Kate Adams, who has served as Apple’s General Counsel since 2017. She will join Apple as senior vice president in January, reporting to CEO Tim Cook and serving on Apple’s executive team.
Lisa Jackson, vice president for Environment, Policy, and Social Initiatives, will retire in late January 2026. The Government Affairs organization will tra