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Gillian Leytham

Vice President, Underlying Rights & Government Relations (North America), Zayo Group
Boulder, Colorado,United States
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Gillian Leytham's Overview

Total Experience15 years
CompanyZayo Group
CountryUnited States

Gillian Leytham is a seasoned attorney with over a decade of experience specializing in corporate law and intellectual property. Based in Chicago, IL, she is recognized for her sharp analytical skills, meticulous attention to detail, and her ability to navigate complex legal landscapes to protect and advance her clients' interests. Gillian has a strong track record in negotiating high-stakes contracts, managing intellectual property portfolios, and advising startups and established corporations on regulatory compliance and risk mitigation. She is passionate about fostering innovation and providing pragmatic legal solutions that drive business growth. Gillian is an active member of the American Bar Association and frequently volunteers her expertise to local non-profit organizations focused on entrepreneurship.

Professional Summary

Gillian Leytham's work history includes a series of influential roles in various companies. Here is a detailed list of his professional journey:

Zayo Group - Vice President, Underlying Rights & Government Relations (North America) (2021 to Present)
The Leytham Group - Vice President, Public Affairs (2016 to 2019)
Florida Office of the Attorney General - Assistant Attorney General (2013 to 2016)

Notable Achievements

Lead Counsel in Landmark IP Infringement Case

Successfully defended a major tech client against a multi-million dollar patent infringement lawsuit, resulting in a favorable judgment and setting a significant precedent in software patentability.

Top 40 Under 40 National Bar Association

Recognized by the National Bar Association as one of the top 40 lawyers under the age of 40 for outstanding achievements in corporate law and community service in 2022.

Published Author: 'Navigating Modern IP Law'

Authored a comprehensive guide on intellectual property law for entrepreneurs and small businesses, published by a leading legal academic press, which has become a go-to resource in the field.

Keynote Speaker at National Tech & Law Summit

Delivered a keynote address on 'The Future of Digital Copyrights' at the prestigious National Tech & Law Summit, attended by industry leaders and legal professionals.

Educational Background

Doctor of Law (J.D.)

University of Florida - Fredric G. Levin College of Law - Year 2009

White Collar Crime / EU Business Law / Advanced Torts

University of Montpellier - Year 2010

Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Psychology / French

University of Florida - Year 2005

French Civilization and Language

Université Paris-Sorbonne - Year 2008

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Company Overview

Zayo Group
Total employees3850
HeadquartersBoulder
Founded2007

Zayo Group Holdings, Inc. provides extensive fiber-based communications infrastructure, including dark fiber, wavelengths, Ethernet, IP services, cloud connectivity, and colocation. Serving a diverse range of customers such as wireless and wireline carriers, media and content companies, finance, healthcare, government, and education, Zayo's network spans across North America and Europe. Their solutions empower businesses with high-capacity, low-latency connectivity essential for modern digital applications, cloud computing, data transport, and mission-critical operations, enabling them to scale their networks and reach their end-users effectively.

Zayo Group Funding Information
$2.9B - Total Funding Raised
$500M - Most recent funding amount
11 - Number of funding rounds
Jan 24, 2018 - Latest funding round
Lead Investors:
DigitalBridge Group, Inc.
EQT Partners
Charlesbank Capital Partners
GTCR
Battery Ventures

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