Alexandra Burk
About Alexandra Burk
Alexandra Burk is a Commercial Counsel currently working at Prothena Corporation plc in South San Francisco, California. She has a diverse legal background with experience in various roles, including Associate Attorney at Rogoway Law Group and Commercial Counsel at Pulse Biosciences, Inc.
Current Role at Prothena Corporation
Alexandra Burk serves as Commercial Counsel at Prothena Corporation plc, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she provides legal guidance and support for commercial operations, contributing to the company's strategic initiatives in the biotechnology sector. Her expertise in commercial law is integral to the company's compliance and risk management efforts.
Previous Experience in Law
Prior to her current role, Alexandra Burk worked as Commercial Counsel at Pulse Biosciences, Inc. from 2021 to 2022. She also served as an Associate Attorney at Rogoway Law Group from 2019 to 2021. Her legal career includes positions as a Post Bar Law Clerk and Law Clerk at Rogoway Law Group and Gagnier Margossian LLP, respectively, where she gained practical experience in various aspects of law.
Education and Qualifications
Alexandra Burk earned her Juris Doctor (J.D.) from the University of San Francisco School of Law, completing her studies from 2016 to 2019. She also holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) in Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies from Babson College, where she studied from 2011 to 2015. Her educational background equips her with a strong foundation in both legal and business principles.
Internships and Early Career
During her early career, Alexandra Burk gained valuable experience through various internships and clerkships. She worked as a Legal Extern at Indiegogo in 2018 and as a Summer Associate Law Clerk at Kazan Law Firm in 2017. Additionally, she was a Summer Associate - International Tax Services at EY in 2018, where she focused on international tax matters in Mexico City.
Professional Development and Skills
Alexandra Burk has developed a diverse skill set through her various roles in law and business. Her experience includes project management and event coordination from her time at Women 2.0 and NAI Northern California. These roles have enhanced her organizational and communication skills, which are essential in her legal practice.