Allyson Claybourn
About Allyson Claybourn
Allyson Claybourn serves as the Associate General Counsel at Berry Plastics Corporation, where she has worked since 2013. She has a diverse legal background, including previous roles as a law clerk and associate at various law firms, and holds a Doctor of Jurisprudence from Vanderbilt University Law School.
Work at Berry Plastics Corporation
Allyson Claybourn serves as the Associate General Counsel at Berry Plastics Corporation, a position she has held since 2013. In this role, she is responsible for managing compliance with both domestic and international regulations. Additionally, she negotiates contracts to identify opportunities for cost reduction and improved outcomes. Her tenure at Berry Plastics has spanned over 11 years, during which she has contributed to the company's legal strategies and compliance frameworks.
Education and Expertise
Allyson Claybourn earned her Bachelor of Science degree from Indiana University Bloomington, where she studied Biology, Music, Chemistry, and History from 2001 to 2005. She later attended Vanderbilt University Law School, obtaining her Doctor of Jurisprudence from 2007 to 2010. Her educational background provides her with a diverse skill set applicable to her legal career, particularly in managing personal injury and commercial disputes.
Professional Background
Before joining Berry Plastics Corporation, Allyson Claybourn gained valuable experience in various legal roles. She worked as a Law Clerk to Chief Judge Richard L. Young at the U.S. District Court from 2010 to 2012. Following this, she was an Associate at Jackson Kelly PLLC for seven months in 2012-2013. Additionally, she held internships at the Tennessee Supreme Court, Marion County Prosecutor's Office, and the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia.
Previous Work Experience
Prior to her legal career, Allyson Claybourn worked as a District Manager at Cook Medical from 2005 to 2007. She also gained legal experience as a Summer Associate at Winston & Strawn LLP in 2009. These roles provided her with a foundation in both management and legal practice, enhancing her capabilities in her current position at Berry Plastics Corporation.