LivaNova PLC 8-K

What Happened
LivaNova PLC announced (Item 5.02) that Michael Hutchinson notified the company on January 12, 2026 of his resignation as Senior Vice President, Chief Legal Officer and Company Secretary to pursue another opportunity. Mr. Hutchinson’s last day will be January 26, 2026. The Form 8-K was filed January 14, 2026 and signed by CFO Alex Shvartsburg.

Key Details

• Resignation notice provided: January 12, 2026.
• Effective/last day: January 26, 2026.
• Title: Senior Vice President, Chief Legal Officer and Company Secretary (Michael Hutchinson).
• Company expects to retain an external search firm to begin the search for a new Chief Legal Officer.

Why It Matters
This is a material executive change in LivaNova’s legal and governance leadership. Investors should note there is no replacement named in the filing and no details on transition arrangements or severance; the company plans to hire an external search firm to find a successor. Monitor future filings and company announcements for information on an interim coverage plan, permanent replacement, or any impacts on corporate governance or regulatory matters.