Sergio Torres
About Sergio Torres
Sergio Torres is a Commercial Counsel with extensive experience in providing legal counsel to startup companies on commercial and corporate matters. He has worked at notable firms such as Amazon, Fenwick & West, and Simpson Thacher & Bartlett, and has a strong educational background in law and engineering from prestigious institutions.
Current Role at Unit
Sergio Torres serves as Commercial Counsel at Unit, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he provides legal counsel to startup companies, focusing on various commercial and corporate matters. His work involves navigating the complexities of the technology and financial services sectors, leveraging his background and expertise to support emerging businesses.
Previous Experience at Amazon
Prior to joining Unit, Sergio Torres worked at Amazon as Associate Corporate Counsel from 2020 to 2022. During his tenure, he gained valuable experience in corporate law and contributed to the company's legal strategies. His role involved addressing legal issues related to Amazon's diverse business operations.
Legal Career Background
Sergio Torres has a diverse legal career, having worked at several prestigious law firms. He was an Associate at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP from 2019 to 2020 and at Fenwick & West from 2017 to 2019. Additionally, he served as a Summer Associate at O'Melveny & Myers LLP in 2016. His experience spans both the Silicon Valley and New York legal markets.
Education and Qualifications
Sergio Torres holds a Doctor of Law (J.D.) degree from the University of California, Berkeley - School of Law, where he studied Tax Law/Taxation from 2014 to 2017. He also studied at Harvard Law School, focusing on Tax Law/Taxation for one year in 2016. Prior to his legal education, he earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Finance from the University of Maryland - Robert H. Smith School of Business and a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) in Industrial Engineering from Universidad Nacional de Colombia.
Transition to Technology and Financial Services
Sergio Torres transitioned from a role at Current, where he served as Commercial Counsel for five months in 2022, to his current position at Unit. This shift highlights his focus on the technology and financial services sectors, reflecting his commitment to providing legal support in these rapidly evolving industries.