Justin Olsson
About Justin Olsson
Justin Olsson serves as General Counsel at Anyscale and has extensive experience in technology law, having held various legal positions at companies such as Databricks and AVG Technologies. He holds degrees in Chemical Engineering and Law, and has a strong background in intellectual property and project management.
Current Role at Anyscale
Justin Olsson serves as General Counsel at Anyscale, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he oversees the legal aspects of the company's operations and ensures compliance with relevant laws and regulations. His responsibilities include managing legal risks and providing strategic legal advice to senior management. His experience in the technology sector supports his effectiveness in this position.
Previous Experience at Databricks
Prior to his current role, Justin Olsson worked at Databricks in various legal capacities. He served as Senior Legal Counsel from 2017 to 2018 and later as Director, Associate General Counsel, Product & Privacy from 2021 to 2022. Additionally, he held the position of Associate General Counsel, Product & Privacy from 2018 to 2021. His tenure at Databricks involved significant responsibilities in managing legal matters related to product and privacy issues.
Education and Expertise
Justin Olsson has a strong educational background in law and engineering. He earned a Juris Doctor (JD) from Harvard Law School and also studied law at American University Washington College of Law. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering with a concentration in Nanotechnology from The Johns Hopkins University. His education provides a solid foundation for his expertise in intellectual property law and technology-related legal matters.
Legal Career Background
Justin Olsson's legal career includes diverse experiences across various organizations. He worked as an Associate at Goodwin Procter LLP and held positions at AVG Technologies, where he served as Associate Legal Counsel and Product Counsel. His experience also includes roles as a Legal Fellow at the Environmental Defense Fund and as a Legal Intern at the Conservation Law Foundation and Charles River Ventures. This extensive background has equipped him with skills in managing legal aspects of mergers and acquisitions in the technology sector.
Advisory Roles
In addition to his current position at Anyscale, Justin Olsson serves as an Advisor at Databricks and DataGrail. His advisory roles allow him to leverage his legal expertise in guiding these companies on various legal matters. His involvement in advisory capacities reflects his commitment to supporting organizations in navigating complex legal landscapes.