Megan Svedman
About Megan Svedman
Megan Svedman is a Managing Counsel currently working at Intersect Power, where she has been employed since 2024. She has a background in law and anthropology, with previous positions at Sidley Austin LLP, Pollination, and Cooley LLP.
Current Role at Intersect Power
Megan Svedman serves as Managing Counsel at Intersect Power, a position she has held since 2024. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing legal matters and providing strategic guidance within the organization. Her expertise in law and experience in the energy sector contribute to the company's objectives and initiatives.
Previous Experience in Law Firms
Megan Svedman has held various positions at prominent law firms. She worked as an Associate at Sidley Austin LLP from 2019 to 2021 in Chicago, Illinois. Following this, she joined Cooley LLP as an Emerging Company and Venture Capital Associate for one year. She also spent time at Fenwick & West as an Associate for five months in 2021 and at Pollination as an Associate Director from 2022 to 2024.
Education and Legal Training
Megan Svedman earned her Doctor of Law (J.D.) degree from Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law, completing her studies from 2016 to 2019. Prior to that, she obtained a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Anthropology from DePaul University, where she studied from 2009 to 2012. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her legal career.
Fellowship and Early Career
Before entering private practice, Megan Svedman gained valuable experience as a Student Fellow at Northwestern University School of Law. She worked at the Center for Practice Engagement and Innovation from 2018 to 2019. Additionally, she served as a Summer Associate at Sidley Austin LLP in 2018, which helped her transition into her legal career.