Bill Gerson
Technology Transactions and Supply Chain Lawyer in Silicon Valley
California
CA, NY
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"“Bill's profound knowledge in legal matters has consistently proven indispensable, particularly in navigating intricate contract terms. His insightful recommendations and meticulous attention to detail have played a pivotal role in addressing inquiries related to contracts with confidence and precision. Bill's readiness to offer comprehensive explanations and guidance tailored to the specifics of each situation has been truly admirable.""
"“Love working with Bill, he is accountable, responsive, understands the time pressure of getting agreements drafted and closed... Bill also has good insight and offers legal advice on certain issues or positions ..., at the same time, suggests creative solutions when we seem to be stuck.""
Work History
Bill Gerson Law Office
Attorney
Oct 2025 - Present
Advise technology and supply-chain clients on complex commercial, IP, and transactional matters while also building a practice for artists, creatives, and arts organizations; provide clear, collaborative, low-jargon guidance; apply systems thinking and AI-assisted tools to design simple workflows and modernize art and technology deals, supporting long-term, inclusive client relationships globally.
Apple
Principal Legal Counsel
Jun 2013 - May 2025
Advised Apple Operations and Engineering on complex, long-term, global supply, manufacturing, and technology transactions; negotiated and advised senior execs on capacity, IP rights, investment structures, and risk allocation; led cross-functional strategy and structuring of major agreements; built and scaled a legal issue management system; trusted for clear, pragmatic, business-focused advice.
Kilpatrick Townsend
Senior Counsel
Aug 2006 - Apr 2013
Technology transactions law practice advising public and venture-backed companies and founders on complex development, intellectual property, and commercial transactions; advised clients across hardware, software, infrastructure, chip fabrication equipment, modular devices, robotics, data centers, and telecommunications
Prior in-house and law firm roles
General Counsel, Senior Counsel, and Associate
Sep 1988 - Jul 2006
Senior in-house roles at public and venture-backed technology companies during rapid growth; advised on IPOs, SEC reporting, and acquisitions; counseled executives, boards, and engineering teams on legal strategy, IP risk, and complex commercial relationships; earlier worked as a litigation associate on commercial and securities disputes, including class actions and corporate investigations