Brian Willbur
About Brian Willbur
Brian Willbur serves as Of Counsel at Gunderson Dettmer, specializing in legal representation for emerging growth companies and venture capital funds. He has a background in corporate governance and public offerings, with prior experience at the US Air Force and various legal positions.
Current Role at Gunderson Dettmer
Brian Willbur serves as Of Counsel at Gunderson Dettmer, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he provides legal guidance to emerging growth companies and venture capital funds. His expertise includes corporate governance and public offerings, supporting clients throughout the lifecycle of their businesses. Willbur's involvement in the firm's Latin America practice group highlights his focus on cross-border corporate structuring and venture capital financings.
Previous Experience at Gunderson Dettmer
Brian Willbur worked at Gunderson Dettmer for a total of ten years, initially joining as a Summer Associate in 2007 for three months. He later became an Associate, serving from 2008 to 2018. During his tenure, he specialized in representing emerging growth companies and venture capital funds across various industries, including enterprise, networking, and internet security. His contributions to the firm included participation in the Latin America practice group.
Military Background
Before his legal career, Brian Willbur served in the United States Air Force as a Senior Airman from 1994 to 1997. This experience provided him with a foundation in discipline and leadership, which he has carried into his professional life.
Education and Expertise
Brian Willbur earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from the University of California, Berkeley. He furthered his education at the University of California, College of the Law, San Francisco (formerly UC Hastings), where he studied from 2005 to 2008. His academic background supports his expertise in corporate governance and public offerings, particularly in the context of emerging companies.
Legal Intern Experience
In 2006, Brian Willbur gained practical legal experience as a Legal Intern at IAC Search & Media (Ask.com) for three months. This role contributed to his understanding of the legal landscape in the technology sector, which complements his later work with emerging growth companies.