Guido R. LaPorta, Esq.

Guido LaPorta is a Partner at Heidrick & Struggles, based in the Philadelphia office. He specializes in the Healthcare & Life Sciences Practice, focusing on executive search and advisory work, particularly at the CEO and C-suite levels. His expertise encompasses various sectors within healthcare services, including medical and physician groups, managed care, healthcare IT, and pharmacy clients.12

Professional Background

Before joining Heidrick & Struggles, Guido worked as a litigation attorney and in-house counsel for the Housing & Redevelopment Insurance Exchange and Excalibur Insurance in Pennsylvania. In these roles, he managed insurance defense litigation and case management for governmental entities. His career began in orthopedic medical device sales, providing him with a strong foundation in the healthcare industry.1

Education

Guido holds a Juris Doctor (JD) from Duquesne University School of Law and a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Political Science from The University of Scranton. He is licensed to practice law in Pennsylvania and in the United States District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania.1

Philanthropic Involvement

In addition to his professional endeavors, Guido has served on the advisory board of the national non-profit Back On My Feet in Chicago and is actively involved with various non-profit organizations in the Northeast.1