Neal Rooney
About Neal Rooney
Neal Rooney is an Associate at Gunderson Dettmer, where he has worked since 2020. He has a diverse background in law, entrepreneurship, and education, having held various roles at notable organizations including NYU Tandon School of Engineering and InnoVention Society.
Current Role at Gunderson Dettmer
Neal Rooney currently serves as an Associate at Gunderson Dettmer, a role he has held since 2020. His work primarily takes place in New York, New York. In this position, he engages with clients and contributes to various legal projects, leveraging his background in law and entrepreneurship.
Previous Experience in Legal and Entrepreneurship
Prior to his current role, Neal Rooney gained diverse experience in legal and entrepreneurial environments. He worked as a Summer Associate at Gunderson Dettmer in 2019 and held positions at several organizations, including GRAY, PLLC as a Legal Extern, and McCarter & English, LLP as a Summer Associate. His involvement with NYU Tandon School of Engineering as a Project Manager at the Office of Entrepreneurship further highlights his commitment to fostering innovation.
Educational Background
Neal Rooney holds a Doctor of Law (JD) degree from New York University School of Law, which he completed from 2017 to 2020. He also earned a Bachelor’s Degree in American Studies from Brown University. His education has equipped him with a strong foundation in both legal principles and interdisciplinary studies.
Leadership and Community Involvement
Neal Rooney has demonstrated leadership through various roles, including serving as President of the InnoVention Society from 2019 to 2020. He was actively involved in initiatives such as the NYU Global InnoVention initiative and the NYU Tandon/Rusk Transformer Challenge, which focus on innovation and collaboration in technology and entrepreneurship.
Teaching and Mentorship Experience
Neal Rooney has experience in education, having worked as a STEM Teacher at Vision Education & Media (RoboFun) from 2016 to 2019. In this role, he contributed to the development of educational programs that promote science, technology, engineering, and mathematics to students, fostering a passion for learning in these critical areas.