Jonathan Jones
About Jonathan Jones
Jonathan Jones is the Legal Director of New Business Development at Boston Scientific, specializing in M&A and Venture Capital.
Professional Experience at Boston Scientific
Jonathan Jones serves as the Legal Director for New Business Development at Boston Scientific, focusing on M&A and Venture Capital. He has held this position since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing legal aspects related to mergers and acquisitions, as well as venture capital initiatives. His work involves navigating complex legal frameworks to facilitate the company's growth through strategic business development opportunities.
Previous Legal Roles at WilmerHale
Before joining Boston Scientific, Jonathan Jones worked at WilmerHale in the Greater Boston Area. He started as a Senior Associate from 2019 to 2022, where he contributed for three years, followed by a brief tenure as Counsel in 2022. His responsibilities included providing legal counsel on various issues and supporting major corporate transactions.
Career at Whiteford, Taylor & Preston LLP
In 2019, Jonathan Jones served as an Associate at Whiteford, Taylor & Preston LLP in Richmond, Virginia, for nine months. During his time there, he gained significant experience in corporate law and litigation, contributing to both small-scale cases and larger, more complex legal matters.
Legal Expertise Developed at LeClairRyan
Jonathan Jones worked as an Associate at LeClairRyan in Richmond, Virginia, from 2015 to 2019, a tenure that lasted four years. His role involved a diverse range of legal duties that helped build his expertise in corporate and commercial law. This experience laid the groundwork for his subsequent roles in the legal domain.
Founding NextGenRVA
In addition to his legal career, Jonathan Jones co-founded NextGenRVA in Richmond, Virginia, serving from 2017 to 2022. This venture was focused on fostering entrepreneurship and support for startups. His role here demonstrated his commitment to nurturing new business ideas and contributing to the entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Educational Background - William & Mary Law School
Jonathan Jones earned his Doctor of Law (J.D.) from William & Mary Law School, where he studied from 2012 to 2015. This legal education provided him with a strong foundation in law, legal principles, and related disciplines necessary for his subsequent professional roles.
Educational Background - James Madison University
Jonathan Jones obtained a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Political Science from James Madison University, attending from 2007 to 2011. His undergraduate education in political science laid the groundwork for his legal studies and later career in the legal field.
Early Career - American Continental Group
Jonathan Jones began his professional journey at the American Continental Group, where he served as an Executive Assistant and Research Associate from 2011 to 2012. This initial role helped him develop key skills in research and administrative support, which were invaluable in his subsequent legal career.