Cedric Beau De Paris
About Cedric Beau De Paris
Cedric Beau De Paris serves as the Associate General Counsel for Securities at Ouster, where he has worked since 2021. He has extensive experience in corporate law, having previously held positions at several prominent law firms and at PIMCO.
Current Role at Ouster
Cedric Beau De Paris serves as Associate General Counsel - Securities at Ouster, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he leads confidential internal investigations related to employee and corporate matters as mandated by the General Counsel and the Board. He also contributes to mergers and acquisitions (M&A) activities, which includes drafting Letters of Intent, term sheets, and participating in due diligence processes. Additionally, he collaborates with the People Team on investigations and the development of severance plans and guidelines.
Previous Experience at PIMCO
Before joining Ouster, Cedric Beau De Paris worked as an Attorney at PIMCO from 2015 to 2021. During his six years at the firm in Newport Beach, CA, he gained extensive experience in securities law and corporate governance. His role involved providing legal support and guidance on various financial and investment matters.
Legal Career Background
Cedric Beau De Paris has a diverse legal background with experience at several prestigious law firms. He worked at O'Melveny & Myers LLP, Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP, and Paul Hastings in 2013, with tenures ranging from one to three months. He also spent two years at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP from 2013 to 2015. Additionally, he briefly worked at Arent Fox in 2014. This varied experience has equipped him with a broad understanding of corporate law and compliance.
Education and Legal Qualifications
Cedric Beau De Paris holds a Doctor of Law (JD) degree from Université Paris-Sorbonne, where he studied International Business/Trade/Commerce from 2002 to 2004. He also earned a Master of Laws (LLM) in Business Administration and Management from the same institution from 2004 to 2005. Earlier, he studied International Business at IUT de Sceaux, achieving a Higher National Certificate (HNC) from 1997 to 1999. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his legal career.
Expertise in Corporate Governance and Compliance
In his current role, Cedric Beau De Paris facilitates Directors in fulfilling their legal and fiduciary duties. He also oversees the renewal of Directors and Officers (D&O) Insurance, ensuring it is tailored to the inherent risks faced by the organization. Furthermore, he spearheads initiatives related to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) compliance, focusing on areas such as Conflict Minerals, Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions, and Supplier Code compliance.