Mia Monserrate
About Mia Monserrate
Mia Monserrate is a paralegal at General Catalyst in Cambridge, Massachusetts, where she has worked since 2021. She has extensive experience in corporate law and venture capital, having previously held positions at Cooley LLP and the University of Vermont.
Work at General Catalyst
Mia Monserrate has been employed as a Paralegal at General Catalyst since 2021. In this role, she is based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and has accumulated three years of experience. Her responsibilities include coordinating annual and quarterly SEC regulatory and compliance filings, as well as acting as a liaison with company counsel and compliance consultants. She collaborates with portfolio managers and deal attorneys to design and implement operational policies and procedures.
Previous Experience at Cooley LLP
Prior to her current position, Mia Monserrate worked at Cooley LLP in various roles. She served as a Venture Capital Investment Funds Paralegal from 2020 to 2021 in Boston, Massachusetts. Before that, she was a Corporate Paralegal from 2019 to 2020 in New York City. Additionally, she worked as a Corporate Practice Team Assistant from 2018 to 2019 in the Greater New York City Area. Her experience at Cooley LLP provided her with a strong foundation in corporate law and venture capital.
Education and Expertise
Mia Monserrate is currently pursuing her law degree at Northeastern University School of Law, with an expected graduation in 2025. She previously studied at the University of Vermont, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from 2014 to 2018. Additionally, she studied Spanish and Iberian Studies at Universidad de Córdoba for 11 months in 2016. Her academic background supports her expertise in legal research and compliance.
Research and Legal Experience
Mia Monserrate has a diverse background in research and legal roles. She worked as a Research Assistant at the University of Vermont from 2017 to 2018, where she gained valuable research skills. She also served as a Legal Director & Intern at the same institution from 2015 to 2018, which provided her with hands-on experience in legal matters. This combination of research and legal experience contributes to her proficiency in the legal field.
Regulatory Compliance and Due Diligence
In her professional roles, Mia Monserrate has developed expertise in regulatory compliance and due diligence. She coordinates SEC regulatory filings and acts as a liaison for due diligence, KYC/AML, and information requests. Her responsibilities also include advising on company policies related to conflicts of interest, personal account trades, and outside business activities, showcasing her understanding of compliance requirements in the legal sector.