Samantha Mandell
About Samantha Mandell
Samantha Mandell serves as the Head of Legal at Sourcegraph, having previously held various legal roles at companies such as Hopin and Flexport. She holds a Doctor of Law (J.D.) from the University of California, Davis - School of Law and has a background in English Language and Literature from the same university.
Current Role at Sourcegraph
Samantha Mandell serves as the Head of Legal at Sourcegraph, a position she has held since 2024. In this role, she oversees legal matters and provides strategic guidance to the organization. Her responsibilities include managing legal risks, ensuring compliance, and supporting the company's growth initiatives.
Previous Experience at Sourcegraph
Before becoming Head of Legal, Samantha Mandell worked at Sourcegraph in various legal capacities. She served as Senior Commercial Counsel from 2023 to 2024 and as Commercial Counsel from 2022 to 2023. In these roles, she focused on commercial agreements and legal compliance, contributing to the company's legal framework.
Legal Career Background
Samantha Mandell has a diverse legal background. She worked as Legal Counsel for the California Medical Association from 2019 to 2021, where she handled legal issues pertinent to the medical field. Prior to that, she was Commercial Counsel at Hopin from 2021 to 2022, providing legal support in a remote capacity.
Education and Qualifications
Samantha Mandell earned her Doctor of Law (J.D.) from the University of California, Davis - School of Law, studying from 2013 to 2016. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in English Language and Literature from the University of California, Davis, which she completed from 2009 to 2013. Her educational background supports her expertise in legal matters.
Early Career Experience
Samantha Mandell began her career with various roles that provided foundational experience. She worked as a Transit Driver and Human Resources Manager at ASUCD Unitrans from 2010 to 2013. Additionally, she served as News Director at KDVS 90.3 FM for nine months in 2010, gaining valuable skills in communication and management.