Jon Bourne

Jon Bourne

General Counsel

Denver
Colorado
Licensed in
CO
Washington University School of Law

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Experienced on-demand general counsel for small to mid-size companies not yet ready for full-time general counsel. Proven ability to provide pragmatic advice in plain English, draft powerful documentation, negotiate creative solutions, resourcefully resolve disputes and cut legal costs without compromising results. Creative, practical and trusted advisor, teacher and mentor with in-depth understanding of a myriad of legal issues impacting a typical business. Extensive experience, including as general counsel of private companies and public companies, growth advisor, assistant attorney general, technology counsel and privacy officer.
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"Jon the most accurate and efficient lawyer I've ever worked with, and 2nd place isn't close."

Changes in Officers
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"Jon took care of exactly what I needed quickly, efficiently, and thoroughly. Great work at a great price. Highly recommended!"

Review of Agency/Client Recruitment Agreement for Automotive Technicians
Posted on Nov 4, 2024
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"I had an excellent experience working with Jon on reviewing some critical agreements for my business. Despite the tight deadline, Jon exceeded expectations by thoroughly addressing not only the original scope but also providing additional valuable insights. I especially appreciated Jon's practical and pragmatic approach—something that’s rare but invaluable for business owners like myself. I will definitely be using Jon again for future legal work."

Form LLC
Posted on Oct 1, 2024
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"Jon was a great help to me. He was quick, efficient, and explained everything easily. I would definitely reach back out to him for further help when needed!"

Review Stock Purchase Agreement
Posted on Sep 4, 2024
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"Jon has an exceptional expertise in startup financing and corporate law. The process was seamless, with clear communication and prompt strategic advisory on preparing new SAFE and adding investments.I highly recommend Jon for anyone needing professional and efficient legal assistance in similar matters."

Draft Shareholder Agreement
Posted on Jun 4, 2024
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"Jon did great. Gave me exactly what I needed."

Draft Service Agreement
Posted on Apr 1, 2024

Work History

THE BOURNE FIRM

General Counsel

Dec 2022 - Present

Responsible for most legal matters impacting a typical business, including contracts, mergers, acquisitions, finance, corporate, SaaS, technology, intellectual property, privacy, security, governance, employment, disputes, process and strategy.

Dec 2022 - Present

Euna Solutions (formerly GTY Technology Holdings Inc.)

Executive Vice President and General Counsel

Aug 2018 - Nov 2022

Cloud-based software primarily for governments. Executive Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary (EUNA Solutions, formerly GTY Technology Holdings Inc., and Subsidiaries, Full-Time, 2020-2022); Executive Vice President and General Counsel (Sherpa Government Solutions LLC, Part-Time, 2018-2020). Responsible for comprehensive legal services. A key executive team member.

Aug 2018 - Nov 2022

Blackstone Entrepreneurs Network

Growth Advisor

Jan 2015 - Dec 2020

Advises, nurtures and accelerates scale-up companies. Responsibilities included advising companies regarding critical issues relating to scaling, such as dept financing, venture capital financing, entity conversions, spinoffs, acquisitions, intellectual property, product liability, procurement, compliance, cybersecurity, corporate governance and strategy.

Jan 2015 - Dec 2020

ZOLL Data Systems Inc.

Managing Technology Counsel and Privacy Officer

Dec 2015 - Nov 2020

Cloud-based software primarily for emergency medical services. Managing Technology Counsel and Privacy Officer, 2019-2022; Counsel, 2016-2019; Director, Contracts and Compliance, 2015-2016. Responsibilities included contracts, compliance, cybersecurity, privacy, international, SaaS, software, risk management, healthcare, services, procurement, governance, investigations, audits and process.

Dec 2015 - Nov 2020

Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage

Vice President and General Counsel

Apr 2012 - Sep 2014

Natural foods retailer. Vitamin Cottage Natural Food Markets, Inc., Vice President and General Counsel, 5/2013-9/2014; General Counsel, 4/2012-9/2014. Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, Inc. (NYSE: NGVC), General Counsel, 7/2012-9/2014. Responsible for a comprehensive spectrum of legal services.

Apr 2012 - Sep 2014

Policy Studies Inc. (acquired by Maximus)

General Counsel, Secretary and Privacy Officer

Mar 2005 - Apr 2012

Policy Studies Inc., which was acquired by MAXIMUS, provided outsourcing, consulting and technology for healthcare and other human services. General Counsel (2007 – 2012); Secretary and Privacy Officer (2008 -2012); Senior Attorney (2006); and Attorney and Contractor Administrator (2005 – 2006). Responsible for a comprehensive spectrum of legal services.

Mar 2005 - Apr 2012

Attorney General's Office of the State of Colorado

Assistant Attorney General

Aug 2004 - Mar 2005

The Attorney General's Office advances the rule of law, protects our democracy and promotes justice for all. Responsibilities included healthcare investigations, fiduciary, contracts, software licensing, intellectual property, business process improvement, procurement, services, commercial, leases, insurance, disputes and general counsel and advice.

Aug 2004 - Mar 2005

Harland Financial Solutions, Inc. (acquired by Finastra)

Senior Counsel

Jul 1999 - Jul 2004

Senior Counsel, 2003-2004; Counsel, 2001-2003; Associate Counsel, 1999-2001. Harland Financial Solutions, Inc., which ultimately was acquired by Finastra, provided technology solutions to financial institutions. Responsibilities included software licensing, software development, technology, intellectual property, finance, leases, commercial, compliance, advertising, process and managing counsel.

Jul 1999 - Jul 2004

Public Employees Retirement Association of Colorado

Counsel

Jul 1999 - Jul 2004

One of the largest public pension funds in the country. Responsibilities included software licensing, intellectual property, securities, fiduciary, investments (venture capital, real estate, project finance and emerging markets), business, services, commercial, leases, policies and procedures, business process improvement, coaching, mentoring, monitoring and employee benefit plans.

Jul 1999 - Jul 2004

Enron Corp.

Attorney

Aug 1992 - Nov 1996

Enron Corp. was a multi-billion dollar international energy, commodities and services company. Responsibilities included mergers and acquisitions, corporate, fiduciary, finance, investments, securities, international transactions, derivatives, intellectual property, complex software licensing, services, commercial, leases, mentoring, monitoring, processes and outside counsel management.

Aug 1992 - Nov 1996

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