David Stafford
About David Stafford
David Stafford is the Senior Counsel for Mergers and Acquisitions at ExxonMobil, with a career spanning roles at Nabors Corporate Services, Baker Botts L.L.P., and the Federal Judiciary.
Current Role at ExxonMobil
David Stafford is currently the Senior Counsel for Mergers and Acquisitions at ExxonMobil. He has held this role since 2012, where he operates in the Houston, Texas area. His responsibilities encompass providing legal guidance during the mergers and acquisitions processes, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations, and safeguarding corporate interests throughout the various stages of such transactions.
Previous Role at Nabors Corporate Services, Inc.
Before joining ExxonMobil, David Stafford worked as Associate Counsel at Nabors Corporate Services, Inc. in 2012. During his 5-month tenure, he was responsible for offering legal support on various corporate matters. His role at Nabors involved ensuring the company's legal and regulatory compliance, effectively handling corporate governance issues, and providing legal advice on day-to-day operations.
Experience at Baker Botts L.L.P.
David Stafford has significant experience working at Baker Botts L.L.P., where he served in two different capacities. He first joined as an Associate from 2005 to 2006 for 5 months, and later advanced to the position of Senior Associate from 2007 to 2012. During his time at the firm, he dealt with high-stakes legal matters, likely associated with corporate law, mergers, and acquisitions.
Clerkship at Federal Judiciary
David Stafford clerked for the Honorable Matthew J. Perry, Jr. at the Federal Judiciary from 2006 to 2007. This one-year clerkship provided him with invaluable insight into the workings of the judicial system and contributed to his foundational legal skills. His responsibilities would have included conducting legal research, drafting opinions, and assisting with case management.
Educational Background
David Stafford holds a J.D. from Vanderbilt University Law School, where he studied from 2002 to 2005. Prior to that, he earned a B.A. in Political Science from Wright State University, having studied there from 1998 to 2002. This strong educational foundation in both law and political science underpins his expertise in legal matters and his current role at ExxonMobil.