Halliburton Names New Chief Legal Officer

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Halliburton Company (NYSE: HAL) has appointed Van H. Beckwith as executive vice president, secretary, and chief legal officer, succeeding Robb Voyles, who has held the position for seven years. Beckwith joins the Halliburton Executive Committee and will lead the Company's Law Department, Global Communications & Marketing, and Government Affairs. He previously worked at Baker Botts L.L.P. for nearly 30 years, overseeing its Litigation Department. CEO Jeff Miller emphasized Beckwith's extensive legal background and strategic leadership as valuable to the company.

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• Appointment of Van H. Beckwith as executive vice president, enhancing leadership team.
• Beckwith brings 30 years of legal experience, potentially strengthening Halliburton's legal strategies.
• Leadership transition aimed at maintaining continuity in legal and communications departments.

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Halliburton Company (NYSE: HAL) has named Van H. Beckwith executive vice president, secretary and chief legal officer. Beckwith succeeds Robb Voyles who is stepping down after seven years with the Company. With this new role, Beckwith joins the Halliburton Executive Committee and assumes leadership of the Company’s Law Department, Global Communications & Marketing and Government Affairs.

Van Beckwith - Halliburton Executive Vice President, Secretary and Chief Legal Officer (Photo: Business Wire)

“Van brings an extensive legal background and broad strategic leadership to Halliburton,” said Halliburton Chairman, President & CEO Jeff Miller. “He is a strong addition to our executive leadership team and a great leader for our Company’s legal and communications groups.”

Beckwith joined Halliburton last year from Baker Botts L.L.P. where he practiced law for almost 30 years. He was global chair of the firm’s Litigation Department and a member of its Executive Committee. Throughout 2020, Beckwith led the commercial law group and worked with Voyles to transition overall leadership responsibilities.

“Robb has been a trusted and strategic advisor to Halliburton and our Board of Directors, as well as a valued member of the Halliburton Executive Committee,” added Miller. “He established a standard of excellence for our legal and communications departments that I am confident Van will continue.”

ABOUT HALLIBURTON

Founded in 1919, Halliburton is one of the world's largest providers of products and services to the energy industry. With more than 40,000 employees, representing 140 nationalities in more than 80 countries, the company helps its customers maximize value throughout the lifecycle of the reservoir – from locating hydrocarbons and managing geological data, to drilling and formation evaluation, well construction and completion, and optimizing production throughout the life of the asset. Visit the Company’s website at www.halliburton.com. Connect with Halliburton on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube.

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FAQ

Who is the new executive vice president of Halliburton?

Van H. Beckwith has been appointed as the new executive vice president, secretary, and chief legal officer of Halliburton.

What position did Robb Voyles hold at Halliburton?

Robb Voyles served as executive vice president, secretary, and chief legal officer before stepping down.

What experience does Van H. Beckwith bring to Halliburton?

Van H. Beckwith brings nearly 30 years of legal experience from Baker Botts L.L.P., where he was the global chair of the Litigation Department.

What departments will Van H. Beckwith lead at Halliburton?

Beckwith will lead the Company's Law Department, Global Communications & Marketing, and Government Affairs.

When was the press release about Van H. Beckwith's appointment published?

The press release regarding Van H. Beckwith's appointment was published on January 4, 2021.