Anna Westfelt
About Anna Westfelt
Anna Westfelt is a Partner and Head of the Data Privacy Practice at Gunderson Dettmer, with extensive experience in intellectual property and data privacy law. She has held various roles in prestigious law firms and holds advanced degrees from the University of California, Berkeley, and the University of Edinburgh.
Work at Gunderson Dettmer
Anna Westfelt currently serves as a Partner and Head of the Data Privacy Practice at Gunderson Dettmer, a position she has held since 2022. Prior to this role, she was Of Counsel and co-head of the Data Privacy Practice from 2019 to 2022. Her tenure at Gunderson Dettmer began in 2011 when she joined as an Associate focusing on Intellectual Property and Data Privacy. Over her eight years in this role, she developed significant expertise in data privacy matters within the technology sector.
Education and Expertise
Anna Westfelt earned her LL.M. from the University of California, Berkeley - School of Law. She also holds an M.A. from the University of Edinburgh. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her legal practice, particularly in data privacy and intellectual property law. Westfelt's expertise is recognized in the legal community, particularly in her current leadership role in data privacy at Gunderson Dettmer.
Background
Before joining Gunderson Dettmer, Anna Westfelt worked at Kirkland & Ellis LLP as an Intellectual Property Associate from 2009 to 2011 in San Francisco, CA. She began her legal career at Herbert Smith, where she served as a Trainee Solicitor from 2005 to 2007 in London and Tokyo. Following this, she worked as an Associate in the Technology, Media and Telecommunications Group at Herbert Smith from 2007 to 2008 in London. This diverse international experience has shaped her approach to data privacy and intellectual property law.
Professional Experience
Throughout her career, Anna Westfelt has accumulated extensive experience in data privacy and intellectual property law. Her roles have included significant positions at leading law firms, where she has focused on advising clients in the technology sector. Her transition from Associate to Partner at Gunderson Dettmer highlights her growth and commitment to the field. Westfelt's work has involved navigating complex legal frameworks and providing strategic guidance on data privacy issues.