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David Burd

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David Burd is a partner in Heidrick’s Washington, D.C. office and regional managing partner of the Corporate Officers Practice in the Americas. He is a member of the Legal, Risk, Compliance, & Government Affairs Practice, focusing on chief legal officer, general counsel, and other senior legal and compliance roles across sectors.

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Experience

David is a leader and frequent speaker on legal recruiting, law department structure, operations, and talent assessment and management in this context.

Prior to joining Heidrick, David had a diverse career, enabling him to bring a unique perspective to his client work. He practiced at the law firm of Arnold & Porter in Washington, D.C. and was general counsel of a venture-backed technology start-up. He was a strategy consultant at McKinsey & Company, working with clients in the public sector and the healthcare and life sciences space.

David served on the Presidential Transition Team in 2008-09 and later worked in government at the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, focusing on issues of data sharing and synthesis across the agency. Most recently, he was the general manager of Uber in Baltimore and much of Maryland.

He is a member of the State of New York and the District of Columbia Bar.

Education

Harvard Law School, JD

Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania, BS, magna cum laude

College of Arts & Sciences, University of Pennsylvania, BA, magna cum laude

Philanthropy and Service

David is a board member and former board chair for the Future Caucus, a non-profit organization dedicated to bridging the partisan divide through engaging with young lawmakers at the state and federal levels.

Thought Leadership

Insights by David Burd

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INSIGHTS

How chief legal officers are supporting boards on today’s challenging issues

David Burd | Lee Hanson | Victoria Reese | Elizabeth Zessman

Twelve leading Chief Legal Officers (CLOs) share how they’re partnering with boards to address today’s most pressing challenges—including geopolitical risk, artificial intelligence, and the evolving role of corporate legal departments. These legal executives offer insights and strategies for navigating complex regulatory landscapes and delivering strategic guidance to executive teams. Their perspectives highlight how the modern general counsel has transformed into a key business advisor, driving organizational strategy and long-term success.
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