John Chang
About John Chang
John Chang serves as the Chief Legal Officer and General Counsel at Cogent Communications, where he has worked since 2005. He specializes in corporate governance, securities compliance, and has extensive experience in corporate finance and mergers and acquisitions.
Work at Cogent Communications
John Chang has served as the Chief Legal Officer at Cogent Communications since 2005. In this role, he oversees legal matters and provides counsel on corporate governance and securities compliance. He also holds the position of General Counsel, further solidifying his responsibilities within the organization. His tenure at Cogent Communications spans 19 years, during which he has contributed to the company's legal strategies and compliance frameworks.
Education and Expertise
John Chang studied at Harvard Law School from 1993 to 1996, earning his law degree. Prior to that, he attended Harvard University from 1989 to 1993, where he completed his undergraduate studies. His education has equipped him with extensive knowledge in corporate law, particularly in areas such as corporate governance, securities compliance, and corporate finance.
Background
Before joining Cogent Communications, John Chang worked at O'Melveny & Myers as an Associate from 1996 to 1999. He then transitioned to Teligent, where he served as Corporate Counsel from 1999 to 2000. His professional background includes significant experience in counseling corporate clients on complex commercial transactions and a strong focus on mergers and acquisitions.
Achievements
John Chang possesses extensive experience in corporate law, particularly in advising on complex commercial transactions and corporate governance. His expertise in securities compliance and corporate finance has been instrumental in his role at Cogent Communications. His contributions to the field of corporate law reflect a commitment to legal excellence and compliance.