Adrian Fontecilla
About Adrian Fontecilla
Adrian Fontecilla is an experienced legal professional currently serving as Group Counsel in Sales Legal at Intel Corporation. He has a diverse background in litigation, antitrust law, and commercial negotiations, with previous roles at prominent law firms and consulting firms.
Work at U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
Adrian Fontecilla has been serving as an Honors Intern at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission since 2007. This role has spanned 17 years, allowing him to gain extensive experience in the regulatory environment. His responsibilities include assisting with legal research and analysis related to securities law, contributing to the agency's mission of protecting investors and maintaining fair markets.
Current Role at Intel Corporation
Adrian Fontecilla has held the position of Group Counsel, Sales Legal at Intel Corporation since 2019. In this role, he focuses on negotiating complex commercial deals within emerging technology sectors, including artificial intelligence, high-performance computing, and edge computing. He advises on strategic legal matters that facilitate business growth and secure recurring revenue streams, while also designing innovative investment strategies for Intel's sales teams.
Previous Experience at Law Firms
Adrian Fontecilla has accumulated significant experience in litigation and antitrust law through various roles at prestigious law firms. He worked as a Litigation Associate at Sidley Austin LLP from 2009 to 2011 in New York and again from 2011 to 2012 in Washington, DC. He later served as an Antitrust Associate at Crowell & Moring LLP from 2012 to 2014 and as a Litigation and Antitrust Associate at Proskauer Rose LLP from 2014 to 2019. His background includes defending companies against securities and fraud claims, as well as antitrust cases.
Education and Expertise
Adrian Fontecilla earned his Doctor of Law (J.D.) degree from The George Washington University Law School, where he studied from 2006 to 2009. His education has provided him with a solid foundation in legal principles, which he applies in his current and previous roles. His expertise spans various areas, including antitrust law, litigation, and commercial negotiations in technology sectors.
Consulting Experience at Booz Allen Hamilton
Before his legal career, Adrian Fontecilla worked as an Economics and International Development Consultant at Booz Allen Hamilton for eight months in 2005-2006. This role involved analyzing economic trends and providing insights that informed strategic decisions. His consulting background complements his legal expertise, particularly in understanding the intersection of law and economic development.