Madeleine Vella
About Madeleine Vella
Madeleine Vella is an Associate at Gunderson Dettmer in New York, having previously worked at notable firms including Davis Polk & Wardwell and Herbert Smith Freehills. She holds a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of Commerce from UNSW, as well as a Master of Laws from Drexel University.
Current Role at Gunderson Dettmer
Madeleine Vella serves as an Associate at Gunderson Dettmer, a position she has held since 2020. Her work is based in New York, New York, United States. In this role, she engages with various legal matters, contributing her expertise to the firm's operations.
Previous Experience at Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP
Prior to her current role, Madeleine Vella worked at Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP as an Associate from 2018 to 2020 in New York. She was admitted to practice in New York and New South Wales, Australia. Before her associate position, she served as a Law Clerk at the same firm for four months in 2017.
Education and Expertise
Madeleine Vella holds multiple degrees from the University of New South Wales (UNSW). She achieved a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) with Honours and a Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) with Distinction, both completed from 2009 to 2013. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Laws (LLM) from Drexel University, studying there from 2016 to 2017.
Professional Background
Madeleine Vella's professional background includes significant roles in various legal settings. She worked as a Solicitor at Herbert Smith Freehills in Sydney, Australia, from 2014 to 2016. Additionally, she gained experience as a Legal Intern at Football Federation Australia in 2013 for four months.
Educational Foundation at Danebank
Madeleine Vella completed her foundational education at Danebank, Anglican School for Girls, from 1996 to 2008. This twelve-year educational experience provided her with the groundwork for her subsequent academic and professional pursuits.