Christopher Hurld
About Christopher Hurld
Christopher Hurld serves as the Chief Compliance Officer and Deputy General Counsel at EverQuote, where he oversees compliance with various regulations and manages litigation. He has extensive experience in both public and private sectors, having held positions at several law firms and government offices.
Current Role at EverQuote
Christopher Hurld serves as the Chief Compliance Officer and Deputy General Counsel at EverQuote, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he oversees compliance with various regulations, including TCPA, TSR, HIPAA, CAN-SPAM, and federal and state data privacy and cybersecurity laws. He applies compliance by design concepts to mitigate risks through early collaboration with internal clients. Additionally, he manages litigation, resolves disputes, and conducts internal investigations, providing legal advice to a range of stakeholders within the organization.
Previous Experience in Legal Practice
Prior to his current role, Christopher Hurld worked as Assistant General Counsel at EverQuote from 2020 to 2022. His legal career includes positions at JONES DAY® as Counsel from 2017 to 2020, and at Bernkopf Goodman LLP as an Associate from 2016 to 2017. He also served as an Assistant Attorney General in the Appeals Division of the Massachusetts Attorney General's Office from 2013 to 2016. Earlier in his career, he was a Litigation Associate at Bingham McCutchen from 2005 to 2009 and an Associate at Henshon Parker, LLP from 2009 to 2013.
Education and Academic Background
Christopher Hurld earned his Doctor of Law (JD) from Georgetown University Law Center, completing his studies from 2002 to 2005. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts in History from Bates College, where he studied from 1996 to 2000. His foundational education includes graduating from Boston Latin School, where he completed high school from 1990 to 1996.
Membership and Professional Affiliations
In addition to his role at EverQuote, Christopher Hurld has been a DeputyGC Member at TechGC since 2023. This involvement reflects his engagement with the legal community and his commitment to staying informed about industry trends and best practices in compliance and governance.
Diverse Professional Experience
Christopher Hurld brings a wealth of experience from both public and private sectors, having worked across various practice areas and industries. His diverse background enhances his ability to provide comprehensive legal guidance and support to internal clients, including the board of directors and senior leadership teams, as well as individual business units within EverQuote.