Marie C. Mendoza
About Marie C. Mendoza
Marie C. Mendoza serves as the Senior Vice President, General Counsel, and Secretary at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions, a position she has held since 2020. She has an extensive legal background, including previous roles at GCR, LLP and Burke, Williams & Sorensen, and holds a J.D. from the University of California, Los Angeles.
Current Role at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions
Marie C. Mendoza serves as the Senior Vice President, General Counsel, and Secretary at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions. She has held this position since 2020, contributing to the company's legal and corporate governance strategies. Her role involves overseeing legal matters, ensuring compliance with regulations, and providing strategic counsel to the executive team. Mendoza's extensive experience in the legal field supports her leadership in navigating complex legal challenges within the defense and security sector.
Previous Experience at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions
Prior to her current role, Marie C. Mendoza worked at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions as Vice President, General Counsel, and Secretary from 2015 to 2020. In this capacity, she managed legal affairs and corporate governance, playing a key role in the company's operations. Mendoza's tenure at Kratos included significant involvement in legal compliance and risk management, which laid the groundwork for her current leadership position.
Legal Career Background
Marie C. Mendoza has a robust legal career with experience in various law firms. She was a Partner at GCR, LLP from 2006 to 2011, where she focused on corporate law. Prior to that, she served as a Partner at Burke, Williams & Sorensen from 2002 to 2006. Mendoza began her legal career as an Associate at Koeller, Nebeker, Carlson & Haluck from 2000 to 2002. This diverse background has equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of legal practices relevant to her current role.
Education and Expertise
Marie C. Mendoza earned her Juris Doctor (J.D.) from the University of California, Los Angeles - School of Law, where she studied from 1995 to 1998. Additionally, she holds a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Political Science from UCLA, which she completed from 1991 to 1995. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her expertise in legal matters, corporate governance, and compliance.