Rebecca Harris
About Rebecca Harris
Rebecca Harris is an Associate Attorney specializing in legal issues related to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) efforts within the fashion industry. She currently serves as a Lecturer on Law at Harvard Law School and collaborates with a diverse group of stakeholders to advocate for positive change in the fashion sector.
Current Role at Gunderson Dettmer
Rebecca Harris serves as an Associate Attorney at Gunderson Dettmer, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she specializes in legal issues related to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) efforts within the fashion industry. Her work focuses on reducing the environmental impact of fashion through legal frameworks and advocacy.
Experience at Harvard Law School
Rebecca Harris has a notable history with Harvard Law School. She has been a Lecturer on Law in the Fashion Law Lab since 2020. Prior to this, she worked as a Teaching Fellow in the same lab from 2017 to 2019. Her involvement in these roles highlights her commitment to educating future legal professionals about the intersection of law and fashion.
Education and Expertise
Rebecca Harris holds a Doctor of Law (J.D.) from Harvard Law School, where she studied from 2014 to 2017. She also earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Middle East Studies from McGill University between 2005 and 2009. Additionally, she completed a Professional Certificate in Sustainability at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology from 2022 to 2023, further enhancing her expertise in sustainable practices.
Previous Experience at Goulston & Storrs
Before joining Gunderson Dettmer, Rebecca Harris worked at Goulston & Storrs for five years, from 2017 to 2022. She began as a Summer Associate in 2016 for two months and later served as a Litigation Associate. Her experience at this firm contributed to her legal acumen and understanding of complex litigation processes.
Collaboration with Fashion Industry Stakeholders
Rebecca Harris collaborates with a diverse group of 24 creatives, influencers, and stakeholders in the fashion industry. This collaboration aims to advocate for systemic positive change, focusing on sustainability and the reduction of the industry's environmental impact. Her role as an Inaugural Fellow at remake.world since 2023 further emphasizes her commitment to these initiatives.