Helen Respass
About Helen Respass
Helen Respass serves as the Senior Managing Editor at Thomson Reuters, where she has worked since 2023. She holds a J.D. from Columbia Law School and a B.A. from Princeton University, and has extensive experience in legal editing and pro bono initiatives.
Work at Thomson Reuters
Helen Respass has been a part of Thomson Reuters since 2014, initially serving as a Senior Specialist Legal Editor for a decade in the Greater New York City Area. In 2023, she advanced to the role of Senior Managing Editor, contributing to editorial leadership within the organization. Additionally, she has held the position of Co-Chair for Global Pro Bono since 2021, focusing on pro bono initiatives and legal support on a global scale.
Education and Expertise
Helen Respass earned her Doctor of Law (J.D.) from Columbia Law School, where she gained extensive knowledge in legal principles and practices. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) from Princeton University, providing her with a strong foundation in liberal arts education. Her academic background supports her expertise in legal editing and management within the legal publishing industry.
Background
Before joining Thomson Reuters, Helen Respass worked as an Associate at Kelley Drye & Warren LLP from 2001 to 2005 in the Greater New York City Area. This experience in a law firm setting contributed to her understanding of legal processes and practices, which she later applied in her editorial roles.
Professional Experience
With over a decade of experience at Thomson Reuters, Helen Respass has developed a strong professional profile in legal editing and management. Her roles have included significant responsibilities in legal content creation and editorial oversight, demonstrating her commitment to advancing legal knowledge and accessibility through her work.