Zach Hong
About Zach Hong
Zach Hong is the General Counsel & Chief Compliance Officer at Cleerly in New York, with extensive experience in intellectual property law and a background in Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering.
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Zach Hong serves as the General Counsel & Chief Compliance Officer at Cleerly in New York, New York, United States. His role involves managing legal concerns and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
Career at Knobbe Martens
Zach Hong spent a significant portion of his legal career at Knobbe Martens, specializing in intellectual property law. He held positions of increasing responsibility, starting as a Summer Associate in 2010, then joining as an Associate from 2011 to 2012, returning as an Associate from 2016 to 2020 in Irvine, California, and eventually becoming a Partner from 2021 to 2022 in New York, New York.
Experience in Military Legal Services
Zach Hong served as a Judge Advocate in the Republic of Korea Air Force from 2013 to 2016 at Osan Airbase. During his tenure, he provided legal counsel and support, gaining valuable experience in military and international legal issues.
Educational Background
Zach Hong earned his Juris Doctor (J.D.) from Cornell Law School, where he studied from 2008 to 2011. He completed his undergraduate studies at The Johns Hopkins University, obtaining a BS in Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering from 2003 to 2008. His educational background provides him with a strong foundation in both legal and technical fields.
Early Career and Internships
Early in his career, Zach Hong gained significant experience through various internships. He interned at Kim & Chang, one of the largest law firms in South Korea, in 2009 as a Summer Associate and again in 2012 as an Intern. He also interned as a Summer Associate at Knobbe Martens Olson & Bear LLP in 2010, which paved the way for his future roles at the firm.