Kalyan (Kal) Venkatraj
About Kalyan (Kal) Venkatraj
Kalyan (Kal) Venkatraj serves as Corporate Counsel at AXIS Capital, where he has worked since 2022. He holds a J.D. from Duke University School of Law and has prior experience as an Associate at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP.
Work at Axis Capital
Kalyan Venkatraj has been serving as Corporate Counsel at AXIS Capital since 2022. In this role, he provides legal guidance and support to the organization, focusing on corporate governance and compliance matters. His position involves working closely with various departments to ensure that AXIS Capital adheres to legal standards and regulations within the insurance and reinsurance sectors. His experience in corporate law contributes to the strategic objectives of the company.
Education and Expertise
Kalyan Venkatraj earned his Doctor of Law (J.D.) from Duke University School of Law, completing his studies from 2014 to 2017. His education provided him with a strong foundation in legal principles and practices. Prior to this, he studied at The University of Texas at Austin, where he focused on Liberal Arts and Sciences, achieving a degree in Government from 2010 to 2014. His academic background equips him with a comprehensive understanding of legal frameworks and public policy.
Background
Kalyan Venkatraj completed his high school education at A & M Consolidated High School, where he obtained his High School Diploma from 2006 to 2010. Following high school, he pursued higher education, first at The University of Texas at Austin and later at Duke University School of Law. His educational journey reflects a commitment to understanding both the legal and governmental aspects of society.
Previous Experience at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP
Before joining AXIS Capital, Kalyan Venkatraj worked at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP. He served as a Summer Associate for two months in 2016, gaining practical experience in a prestigious law firm in the New York City Metropolitan Area. Following this role, he became an Associate at the firm, where he worked for four years from 2017 to 2021. His time at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP helped him develop expertise in corporate law and litigation.