Kate De Hoff
About Kate De Hoff
Kate De Hoff serves as the General Counsel at Joby Aviation, bringing extensive legal experience from previous roles at companies such as Uber, CoorsTek, and ICON Aircraft.
Work at Joby Aviation
Kate De Hoff serves as General Counsel at Joby Aviation, a role she has held since 2021. In this position, she oversees legal matters and provides strategic guidance to support the company's mission in the advanced air mobility sector. Her responsibilities include managing compliance, risk assessment, and legal strategy to facilitate Joby Aviation's innovative projects.
Previous Legal Experience
Before joining Joby Aviation, Kate De Hoff held various legal positions. She worked at Uber as Director of Product Legal for Uber Elevate from 2020 to 2021. Prior to that, she was General Counsel at ICON Aircraft from 2017 to 2020. Her career also includes a significant tenure at CoorsTek, Inc. as Vice President of Legal Affairs from 2008 to 2017, and as an Associate at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP from 2002 to 2008.
Education and Expertise
Kate De Hoff earned her Bachelor’s Degree from New York University, completing her studies from 1995 to 1999. She then pursued a Juris Doctor (J.D.) at the University of California, College of the Law, San Francisco, formerly known as UC Hastings, from 1999 to 2002. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her legal expertise in various sectors, including aviation and technology.
Background
Kate De Hoff has a diverse background in legal affairs, with experience spanning over two decades. She has worked in various capacities, including as an Associate at a prestigious law firm and in executive legal roles at several companies. Her career reflects a commitment to navigating complex legal landscapes in industries such as aviation and technology.