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Jason Yurasek

General Counsel at Craigslist

Jason Yurasek has a diverse work experience spanning from 1997 to present. Jason began their career as an Associate at Jenner & Block and later became a Partner at Bingham McCutchen LLP. In 2003, they worked as an Adjunct Professor at the University of California, Hastings College of the Law. From 2007 to 2014, they served as a Partner at Perkins Coie LLP. In 2015, Yurasek joined craigslist, Inc. as their General Counsel. Jason then transitioned to The Craig Newmark Foundation in 2016, where they held multiple roles including Chief Operating Officer, General Counsel, Senior Vice-President, and Secretary until 2020. In 2021, they joined Pan Theater as part of their Improvisational/Comedy/Theater team. In 2022, they became a Charter Member at TechGC. Jason Yurasek's work experience showcases their expertise in law, academia, and organizational leadership.

Jason Yurasek's education history begins in 1990 when they enrolled at Indiana University Bloomington. Jason pursued a Bachelor of Arts degree, double majoring in English and Philosophy, and completed their studies in 1994.

After obtaining their undergraduate degree, Jason attended Capital University Law School from 1994 to 1995, focusing their studies on law. Although it is unknown whether they obtained a degree from this institution, they continued their legal education at Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law.

From 1995 to 1997, Jason pursued a Juris Doctor degree at Northwestern University, specializing in Law. Jason excelled in their studies, being recognized as a member of the Order of the Coif, an honor society for top-ranking law students. Additionally, they graduated cum laude.

In addition to their formal education, Jason Yurasek has obtained various certifications. Jason is a Certified Arbitrator and Certified Mediator from The Bar Association of San Francisco. Jason is also recognized as a Counselor and Attorney at Law by the ARDC: Attorney Registration and Disciplinary Commission of the Supreme Court of Illinois, the State Bar of California, and the New York State Unified Court System. Furthermore, Jason has completed the Kellogg School of Management Strategic Leadership Program offered by Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management. The specific dates of when these certifications were obtained are not provided.

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