Arjun Kampani
About Arjun Kampani
Arjun Kampani serves as the Senior Vice President, General Counsel, and Corporate Secretary at Rocket Lab. With over 20 years of experience in the aerospace industry and a strong background in corporate law, he has held significant roles at various organizations, including General Dynamics and Aerojet Rocketdyne.
Current Role at Rocket Lab
Arjun Kampani serves as the Senior Vice President, General Counsel & Corporate Secretary at Rocket Lab. He has held this position since 2022, contributing to the company's legal strategy and corporate governance in the Los Angeles Metropolitan Area. His role involves overseeing legal matters, ensuring compliance with regulations, and providing strategic legal advice to the organization.
Previous Experience at Aerojet Rocketdyne
Before joining Rocket Lab, Arjun Kampani worked at Aerojet Rocketdyne as Senior Vice President, General Counsel & Secretary from 2016 to 2022. In this capacity, he managed a wide range of legal issues, including corporate law, corporate governance, securities law, and mergers and acquisitions. He played a significant role in advising on legal, ethics, and compliance matters during his tenure.
Legal Career at General Dynamics
Arjun Kampani spent a decade at General Dynamics Corporation, where he held various legal roles. He served as Director & Assistant General Counsel for Mergers & Acquisitions from 2006 to 2009 and later as Vice President & General Counsel for General Dynamics Land Systems from 2010 to 2016. During his time at General Dynamics, he completed over 30 acquisitions and divestitures, establishing himself as a leading mergers and acquisitions lawyer.
Education and Legal Qualifications
Arjun Kampani holds a Juris Doctor (J.D.) from Case Western Reserve University School of Law, where he studied from 1996 to 1998. He also earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in English Language and Literature from the University of Michigan, completing his degree from 1990 to 1994. He is a member of both the New York State Bar and the California Bar, reflecting his qualifications to practice law in multiple jurisdictions.
Recognition and Industry Impact
In 2020, Arjun Kampani was recognized as a finalist for the Los Angeles Business Journal 'Leaders in Law' award. This recognition highlights his influence and leadership within the legal field, particularly in the aerospace industry, where he has over 18 years of experience. His extensive background includes significant roles in high-profile legal environments, including a former position at an AMLaw 200 law firm.