Bill Jacobs
About Bill Jacobs
Bill Jacobs serves as the General Counsel and Corporate Secretary at AliveCor, where he also previously held the position of Associate General Counsel. He has extensive experience in law, particularly in intellectual property and venture capital, and currently teaches at Santa Clara University School of Law.
Current Role at AliveCor
Bill Jacobs serves as the General Counsel and Corporate Secretary at AliveCor, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he oversees legal matters and corporate governance for the company, which focuses on artificial intelligence and healthcare technologies. He previously worked as Associate General Counsel at AliveCor from 2021 to 2023, contributing to the company's legal strategies and compliance efforts.
Teaching Experience at Santa Clara University
Jacobs has been involved in academia as a Guest Lecturer at Santa Clara University School of Law since 2019. He also serves as an Adjunct Professor at the same institution since 2020, where he teaches courses on Intellectual Property Law for Engineers and Startup Law. Additionally, he has been a Student Mentor at Tech Edge JD, Santa Clara University School of Law, since 2018, supporting law students in their academic and professional development.
Legal Background and Expertise
Bill Jacobs has a comprehensive legal background, having worked at various law firms including Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP and Lowenstein Sandler LLP. His experience includes roles as Attorney, Law Clerk, and Pro Bono Committee Member. He has advised on venture capital financing, joint ventures, and intellectual property procurement and licensing, demonstrating his expertise in complex financial and business transactions.
Educational Qualifications
Jacobs earned his Doctor of Law (J.D.) from Santa Clara University School of Law, completing his studies from 2012 to 2015. He also holds a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from Brigham Young University, which he has pursued since 2012. His educational background supports his legal practice, particularly in technology and intellectual property law.
International Legal Role
In addition to his responsibilities at AliveCor, Bill Jacobs serves as Director at AliveCor (UK) Ltd. This role allows him to apply his legal expertise to international operations, further expanding his influence and understanding of global legal frameworks in the technology and healthcare sectors.