Robert Cardenas
About Robert Cardenas
Robert Cardenas serves as the Director of Commercial Counsel at Oportun, a position he has held since 2016. He has a background in law and contract administration, having worked at various organizations including Boeing and Navex Global.
Current Role at Oportun
Robert Cardenas serves as the Director, Commercial Counsel at Oportun, a position he has held since 2016. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing legal matters related to commercial operations. His expertise contributes to the company's compliance and risk management strategies. Oportun is based in San Carlos, California, where Cardenas applies his legal knowledge to support the company's mission.
Previous Experience at McCormick, Barstow, Sheppard, Wayte & Carruth LLP
Before joining Oportun, Robert Cardenas worked as an Associate Attorney at McCormick, Barstow, Sheppard, Wayte & Carruth LLP from 2009 to 2011. During his two years at the firm in Fresno, California, he gained valuable experience in various legal practices, which laid the groundwork for his future roles in corporate law.
Experience at Boeing
Robert Cardenas was employed at Boeing as a Contract Administrator from 2011 to 2013. In this role, he managed contract negotiations and compliance, ensuring that the company's contractual obligations were met. His work took place in Chicago, Illinois, where he developed skills in contract management and legal analysis.
Role at Navex Global
Following his tenure at Boeing, Robert Cardenas served as Counsel at Navex Global from 2013 to 2016. His three years at the company in Lake Oswego, Oregon, involved providing legal guidance on compliance and risk management issues, further enhancing his expertise in corporate law.
Educational Background
Robert Cardenas earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science and Government from California State University, Long Beach, where he studied from 2002 to 2006. He later attended Notre Dame Law School, obtaining his Doctor of Jurisprudence from 2006 to 2009. His educational background has equipped him with a strong foundation in both political and legal principles.