Laura Robertson

About Laura Robertson

I am a commercial counsel and trusted business partner with broad in-house experience managing commercial and operational legal and legal-adjacent functions for Fortune 500 technology companies (Dell, Lenovo) and large-scale organizations (Texas Children’s Hospital), including Am Law 100 firm experience (Fulbright & Jaworski LLP). My expertise spans a wide range of practice areas, including business operations, process improvements, compliance, litigation, bid protests, technology transactions, and risk management. Additionally, I am a subject matter expert in public and government sector contracts and investigations, commonly referred to as the State, Local and Education (SLED) market.Across my career, I have maintained a reputation as a problem solver and collaborator that inspires confidence, ensures inclusivity, and considers diverse perspectives in decision-making to ensure the business is protected. I am also known for my adaptability and ability to swiftly navigate complex legal landscapes and adjust to changes in laws, policies, and procedures. I bring a passion for forging successful partnerships, proactively responding to new challenges and opportunities, and developing policies and processes that mitigate that risk while boosting efficiency.Currently, I am handling a variety of matters involving public sector government contracting and compliance as part of a secondment to Moss Adams via Davis Wright Tremaine’s Surge Program, in addition to supporting a variety of technology transactions and commercial agreements. I hold additional Am Law 100 firm experience in the earlier part of my legal career as a former senior associate at Fulbright & Jaworski LLP (Norton Rose Fulbright), where I counseled on IP, patent, and product liability matters.Areas of Expertise: Technology Transactions • Commercial Transactions • Federal Government Contracts • State & Local Government Contracts • Ethics Investigations • Public Bid Protests • Software Licensing • IP Ownership & Protection • IP Licensing • M&A Integration • M&A Due Diligence • Team Leadership • Administrative Litigation • Dispute Resolution • Enterprise Risk Management

Experience

1. Technology Transactions Counsel

   Davis Wright Tremaine LLP

   Mar 2023 — Present · Austin, TX, US

   Hired by technology transactions practice team as part of DWT’s Surge Program to support commercial contracts, focusing on consulting agreements, technology procurement, data processing agreements, and HIPAA business associate agreements. Seconded to Moss Adams LLP to manage large consulting and attestation agreements, guide on government contracting and compliance, and amending company playbooks/templates to include strategies for public contracting.

Education

• Hanover College

  Bachelor of Arts - BA, English

  1988 — 1992

• University of Louisville

  Doctor of Law - JD, Law

  1994 — 1997

Skills

• Intellectual Property
• Corporate Law
• Contract Negotiation
• Commercial Litigation
• Software Licensing
• Licensing
• Mergers & Acquisitions
• Management
• Privacy Law
• Litigation
• Enterprise Software
• Leadership
• Saas
• Trademarks
• Risk Management
• Start-Ups
• Employment Law
• Copyright Law
• Legal Advice
• Cloud Computing
• Government Procurement
• Corporate Governance
• Legal Writing
• Legal Research
• Strategic Planning
• Negotiation
• Trade Secrets
• Legal Compliance
• IT Law
• Contract Law
• Business Transactions
• Outsourcing
• Mergers
• Litigation Management
• Fcpa
• Cyberlaw
• Strategic Partnerships
• Non-Disclosure Agreements
• Unfair Competition
• Patent Litigation