Laura Reederson
About Laura Reederson
Laura Reederson is the Director of Legal Counsel at Geron Corporation, where she has worked since 2020. She has extensive experience in corporate law, data privacy, and cybersecurity, with previous roles at notable companies such as Thresher Communication & Productivity, Inc. and Genentech.
Current Role at Geron Corporation
Laura Reederson serves as the Director of Legal Counsel at Geron Corporation, a position she has held since 2020. In this role, she oversees legal matters and provides counsel on various issues related to corporate governance and compliance. Her work contributes to the strategic direction of the company, ensuring that legal frameworks support its operational goals.
Previous Experience in Legal Roles
Before joining Geron Corporation, Laura Reederson accumulated extensive legal experience across several organizations. She worked as Corporate Counsel at Thresher Communication & Productivity, Inc. from 2011 to 2015. Following this, she served as Contract Manager at Genentech for a year in 2014-2015, and then as Senior Associate at Pharmacyclics, an AbbVie Company, from 2015 to 2018. Her role as Senior Corporate Counsel at Prothena Corporation plc lasted from 2018 to 2020.
Education and Legal Expertise
Laura Reederson earned her Juris Doctor (J.D.) from Santa Clara University School of Law, specializing in intellectual property law and patent litigation from 2007 to 2010. She also holds a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Cell Biology and Molecular Genetics from the University of Maryland, where she studied from 2000 to 2003. Her educational background supports her diverse legal specialty, which includes corporate law, biotech law, animal law, and non-profit law.
Professional Affiliations and Contributions
Laura Reederson is an active member of the International Association of Privacy Professionals, where she contributes her expertise in data privacy and cybersecurity. This involvement reflects her commitment to staying informed about evolving legal standards and practices in these critical areas.
Community Engagement and Personal Interests
In addition to her professional responsibilities, Laura Reederson is engaged in community service as the Vice President of Town Cats of Morgan Hill, having previously served as Secretary and President. She participates in physical fitness activities such as marathons and rock climbing, and is also involved in skydiving, being a member of the US Parachute Association and Women's Skydiving Network.