Amanda Walker
About Amanda Walker
Amanda Walker serves as the General Counsel and Head of Data Privacy at Marco Polo, a position she has held since 2021. She has an extensive legal background, including previous roles at Walker Stevens Cannom LLP and WilmerHale.
Work at Marco Polo
Amanda Walker has served as General Counsel and Head of Data Privacy at Marco Polo since 2021. In this role, she oversees legal matters and data privacy compliance for the organization. Her responsibilities include ensuring that the company's data practices align with regulatory requirements and industry standards. Walker's expertise in data privacy law is critical to Marco Polo's operations, especially in an era where data protection is paramount.
Education and Expertise
Amanda Walker studied at Yale University, where she gained foundational knowledge in law and policy. She furthered her education at USC Gould School of Law, where she honed her legal skills. Her academic background supports her expertise in data privacy and corporate law, which she applies in her current and previous roles.
Previous Experience at Walker Stevens Cannom LLP
Prior to her current position, Amanda Walker was a Partner at Walker Stevens Cannom LLP from 2014 to 2021. During her seven years at the firm, she focused on various legal practices, contributing to the firm's reputation in the Greater Los Angeles Area. Her experience at the firm equipped her with significant legal insights and skills that she utilizes in her current role.
Experience at WilmerHale
Amanda Walker worked as an Attorney at WilmerHale from 2008 to 2014. Her six-year tenure at the firm involved handling complex legal issues and providing counsel on various matters. This experience laid the groundwork for her subsequent roles in corporate law and data privacy.