Erin Goodsell
About Erin Goodsell
Erin Goodsell serves as the Chief Legal Officer at Weave, bringing extensive experience in technology law and litigation. She has held various legal roles at Qualtrics and Cooley LLP, and has taught law at J. Reuben Clark Law School.
Work at Weave
Erin Goodsell serves as the Chief Legal Officer at Weave, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she oversees the company's legal strategies and compliance matters. Her responsibilities include managing legal risks and ensuring adherence to relevant laws and regulations. Goodsell's experience in building legal functions and processes for enterprise software companies contributes to her effectiveness in this position. She is based in Lehi, Utah.
Education and Expertise
Erin Goodsell earned her Juris Doctor (J.D.) from BYU Law School, where she studied from 2004 to 2007. Prior to her legal education, she completed her Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in History with a minor in English at Georgetown University from 1999 to 2003. Goodsell possesses substantive expertise in critical technology law issues, including privacy, intellectual property, and consumer protection. Her strong litigation track record includes handling complex legal challenges for a diverse range of clients.
Background
Before joining Weave, Erin Goodsell held various legal positions at Qualtrics, including Director & Associate General Counsel and Managing Counsel. Her tenure at Qualtrics spanned from 2018 to 2022. Additionally, she worked as an Adjunct Professor of Law at J. Reuben Clark Law School from 2017 to 2022. Earlier in her career, she was an Associate Attorney at Cooley LLP from 2008 to 2016, where she gained extensive experience in corporate law.
Achievements
Erin Goodsell has successfully navigated legal challenges for two initial public offerings (IPOs), demonstrating her expertise in securities laws and compliance. She has represented major clients such as Facebook, Sony, UnitedHealthcare, and Conde Nast, showcasing her experience with high-profile companies. Goodsell received the SuperLawyer's 'Rising Star' award in San Diego for two consecutive years, highlighting her recognition in the legal field.
Personal Interests
Outside of her professional responsibilities, Erin Goodsell enjoys spending time outdoors with her family and their pet dog, Penny. She has a personal interest in LEGO, having transitioned from being a WAFOL (wife of an adult fan of LEGO) to an AFOL (adult fan of LEGO). This reflects her engagement in family activities and hobbies.