Lesley Hamlin
About Lesley Hamlin
Lesley Hamlin serves as the Senior Vice President and General Counsel at Kaseya, bringing extensive legal experience from previous roles at companies such as Wrike, Citrix, and Iron Mountain. Hamlin holds a JD and a Master's in Intellectual Property from UNH Franklin Pierce School of Law, along with a BSEE in Electrical Engineering.
Current Role at Kaseya
Lesley Hamlin serves as the Senior Vice President and General Counsel at Kaseya, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she oversees legal matters and corporate governance for the private equity-backed IT software and services company. Her responsibilities include managing corporate entities worldwide and providing legal guidance on various initiatives, including AI and open-source projects, as a member of the Technology Governance Committee.
Previous Experience at Wrike
Prior to her current role, Lesley Hamlin worked at Wrike as Vice President and General Counsel from 2021 to 2023. During her two years at Wrike, she was responsible for overseeing legal affairs and ensuring compliance within the organization. Her leadership contributed to the company's strategic initiatives and legal frameworks.
Legal Expertise at Citrix
Lesley Hamlin held multiple positions at Citrix, including Vice President, General Counsel for Operations and Emerging Businesses from 2021 to 2022, and Vice President and Chief Intellectual Property Officer from 2017 to 2022. Additionally, she served as Senior Director of Intellectual Property from 2011 to 2017. Her extensive experience at Citrix involved managing intellectual property, legal operations, and compliance across various business sectors.
Educational Background
Lesley Hamlin earned her Juris Doctor (JD) from UNH Franklin Pierce School of Law, where she also studied Intellectual Property, achieving a Master's degree. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) from the University of New Hampshire. Additionally, she completed a Mini-MBA at the Questrom School of Business, Boston University, enhancing her business acumen alongside her legal expertise.
Career Progression and Skills
Lesley Hamlin's career spans over two decades, with significant roles in various organizations. She began her career as a Product Engineer at Westinghouse Electric Company and progressed through positions at Textron Inc. and Iron Mountain. Her expertise encompasses managing litigation, mergers and acquisitions, intellectual property, and cybersecurity issues, highlighting her comprehensive legal and operational skills.