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Jennifer Gerrard is a seasoned attorney with extensive experience in commercial law, having worked with prominent companies such as GE Ventures, GE Power, and Distributed Solar Development, LLC. Her expertise spans various aspects of business law, including mergers and acquisitions, financings, entity formation, and governance, with a strong focus on international laws and procurement strategies. Gerrard holds a Doctor of Law (JD) degree from Boston University and Master of Arts (MA) degrees in Philosophy and International Relations from the University of Chicago. She is proficient in multiple languages, including English, and has a strong background in business and corporate law, with a proven track record of success in representing Fortune 500 companies and closely held businesses. Gerrard's professional journey has been marked by various roles, including Partner at Smith & Gerrard, Associate at Cain Hibbard & Myers PC, and Vice President at Corporate Performance Systems. She is currently based in Williamstown, Massachusetts, and is well-versed in the local business landscape. Her educational background and professional experience have equipped her with the skills and knowledge necessary to excel in complex business transactions and negotiations.

Experience

  • Distributed Solar Development, LLC
    • Boston, Massachusetts, United States
    • General Counsel
      • Jan 2019 - Present
      • Boston, Massachusetts, United States

  • GE Ventures
    • Boston, Massachusetts, United States
    • Chief Commercial Counsel, New Business Creations
      • Nov 2017 - Jan 2019
      • Boston, Massachusetts, United States

      Primary commercial attorney for companies created and incubated by GE including Avitas Systems Inc, AiRXOS Inc. and GE Solar.

    • Executive Sourcing Counsel
      • May 2013 - Nov 2017

      Primary attorney responsible for legal oversight of all global sourcing and supply chain matters with respect to a direct and indirect buy ranging from $9 to $13 billion dollars. Restructured legal support and simplified approach to legal approvals. Strong knowledge of international laws that impact procurement strategies in a global context. Responsible for all contracting, compliance, training, templates, settlements, and strategic deals for the supply chain.

  • Smith & Gerrard
    • Pittsfield, Massachusetts Area
    • Partner
      • Feb 2000 - May 2013
      • Pittsfield, Massachusetts Area

      My practice was devoted to representing Fortune 500 companies, closely held businesses, and individuals in domestic and international business related matters. Areas of my practice included commercial transactions, mergers and acquisitions, financings, entity formation and governance, construction, healthcare and commercial real estate.

    • Associate
      • 1994 - 2000

      An associate in the Business and Banking Department. Represented a Fortune 500 company on a number of commercial transactions, construction, and other business related matters including templates for engineering, construction, sales and purchases contracts. Represented a number of closely held businesses in general corporate matters, transactions, financings and the purchase and sale of businesses.

    • Associate
      • 1993 - 1994

    • Associate
      • 1991 - 1993

    • Vice President
      • 1988 - 1988

    • Assistant Vice President
      • 1982 - 1987

Education

  • Boston University
    Doctor of Law - JD, Law
  • University of Chicago
    Master of Arts - MA, Philosophy
  • University of Chicago
    Master of Arts - MA, International Relations
  • Beloit College
    Bachelor's degree

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