Kristen Acosta
About Kristen Acosta
Kristen Acosta is an Associate at Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP, where she has worked since 2021. She has a background in law with experience in corporate matters and has previously held positions at Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP and the Nassau County District Attorney's office.
Work at Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP
Kristen Acosta has been serving as an Associate at Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP since 2021. In this role, she handles various corporate matters, including mergers and acquisitions, private equity investments, and corporate governance. Her work involves representing clients across multiple industries, showcasing her expertise in navigating complex legal frameworks.
Previous Experience at Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP
Before joining Arnold & Porter, Kristen Acosta worked at Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP. She held the position of Associate from 2019 to 2021, following a Summer Associate role in 2018. During her time there, she gained valuable experience in corporate law and client representation in diverse sectors.
Internship at Nassau County District Attorney
In 2014, Kristen Acosta interned at the Nassau County District Attorney's Early Case Assessment Bureau for one month. This internship provided her with foundational legal experience and insight into the workings of the criminal justice system.
Education and Expertise
Kristen Acosta earned her Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Philosophy, Politics, and Law and Political Science from Binghamton University, where she studied from 2012 to 2016. She furthered her education at the Maurice A. Deane School of Law at Hofstra University, where she was a Doctor of Law (J.D.) candidate from 2016 to 2019. Her academic background supports her expertise in corporate law and client representation.
Industry Experience
Kristen Acosta has experience representing clients in various industries, including food manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, aviation, insurance, and software. This diverse industry exposure enhances her ability to address the unique legal needs of her clients effectively.