From First-Gen College Student to Silicon Valley Litigation Partner: A Conversation with Jessica Lewis

Join the WLA for a lunch talk with Jessica Lewis, Partner at WilmerHale and Harvard Law alum, as she shares her journey from a small-town high school in Vermont to litigating high-stakes securities cases in Silicon Valley. A first-generation college student, Jessica will reflect on the pivotal choices that shaped her path, how motherhood has equipped her to lead with clarity and empathy, and why mentorship has been essential to building a sustainable and rewarding legal career. She’ll also be ready to share insights from her work on complex class actions (including her work on Theranos), corporate governance disputes, and trial advocacy. The talk will include a moderated Q&A—please RSVP  here and bring your questions! Lunch will be served.