Laura Lee
About Laura Lee
Laura Lee serves as a Senior Legal Editor for the Intellectual Property & Technology Service at Practical Law, where she develops resources for media and technology transactions. She has a background in business affairs and venture capital, having previously worked at NBCUniversal and Nixon Peabody LLP.
Work at Thomson Reuters
Laura Lee has been employed at Thomson Reuters since 2015, serving as a Senior Legal Editor within the Intellectual Property & Technology Service of Practical Law. In this role, she develops practical resources that assist legal professionals in navigating media, digital, technology, and entertainment transactions. Her work focuses on creating legal know-how resources that enhance the efficiency of law firms and businesses in their legal practices.
Previous Experience at NBCUniversal
Prior to her current role, Laura Lee held the position of Vice President of Business Affairs at NBCUniversal from 2010 to 2015. During her five years in this role, she was responsible for overseeing Universal Partnerships, Licensing, and Digital initiatives. Her tenure at NBCUniversal took place in the Greater Los Angeles Area, where she contributed to various business affairs strategies.
Experience at Nixon Peabody LLP
Laura Lee worked as an Associate at Nixon Peabody LLP from 2006 to 2009, focusing on Venture Capital and Emerging Growth. Her three years at the firm were spent in the Greater Los Angeles Area, where she gained valuable experience in legal practices related to emerging technologies and investment.
Education and Expertise
Laura Lee earned her Bachelor of Arts degree with honors in International Relations from Stanford University. She furthered her education at the University of Virginia School of Law, where she obtained her Juris Doctor (J.D.). Her academic background provides a strong foundation for her expertise in intellectual property and technology law.