Jonathan Asselstine
About Jonathan Asselstine
Jonathan Asselstine serves as the Head of Legal (VP, General Counsel & Senior Director) at BlueCat, a position he has held since 2021. He has a diverse legal background with experience at various organizations, including Softchoice and Borden Ladner Gervais LLP.
Work at BlueCat
Jonathan Asselstine has been serving as the Head of Legal (VP, General Counsel & Senior Director) at BlueCat since 2021. His role involves overseeing the legal department and providing strategic legal guidance to the organization. Prior to this position, he worked as Legal Counsel at BlueCat from 2017 to 2021, where he contributed to various legal matters and compliance issues. He also held the position of Senior Legal Counsel for a brief period in 2021, further solidifying his expertise within the company.
Education and Expertise
Jonathan Asselstine holds a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Economics and Canadian Studies from Queen's University, which he attended from 2006 to 2008. He furthered his education at McGill University, where he earned a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) and Bachelor of Civil Law (BCL) from 2008 to 2012. Additionally, he studied International Business at Mercyhurst University from 2003 to 2006. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his legal career, particularly in corporate and commercial law.
Background
Before joining BlueCat, Jonathan Asselstine gained valuable experience in various legal roles. He worked as Legal Counsel at Softchoice from 2016 to 2017 and as an Associate Lawyer at Borden Ladner Gervais LLP from 2013 to 2016. His early career included an articling position at Borden Ladner Gervais LLP from 2012 to 2013 and a brief stint as an articling student at Scotiabank in 2012. This diverse background has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of legal practices across different sectors.
Professional Experience
Jonathan Asselstine has accumulated significant legal experience throughout his career. His tenure at Borden Ladner Gervais LLP included roles as both an Associate Lawyer and an Articling Student, where he developed essential legal skills. His work at Softchoice as Legal Counsel allowed him to engage with corporate legal matters, enhancing his expertise in the field. This professional journey has positioned him as a knowledgeable leader in legal affairs at BlueCat.