Michael Acquah

Michael Acquah is a Corporate Counsel at Amazon, based in Los Angeles.2 He has a background in law and extensive experience in complex litigation and business disputes.

Legal Education and Experience

Michael Acquah received his legal education from Harvard Law School.2 During his time there, he served as an editor of the Harvard Journal on Legislation.1 In 2015, he furthered his studies in international and comparative law at Sciences Po Law School in Paris, France, focusing on international commercial arbitration and European finance law.1

Professional Career

Prior to joining Amazon, Acquah worked at Hueston Hennigan LLP, where his practice focused on high-stakes business disputes and complex litigation, including intellectual property and cross-border disputes.13 He gained experience in various stages of litigation and investigations, including trial, dispositive motion practice, and depositions.1

Acquah's legal expertise has been recognized in the industry. He was named to the "Top 40 Under 40" list by the National Black Lawyers3, highlighting his achievements and potential in the legal field.

Additional Skills and Experience

Acquah has a diverse skill set that complements his legal expertise:

• He is fluent in German and proficient in Spanish and French.1
• He has experience in intellectual property law and cross-border disputes.13
• Prior to his work at Hueston Hennigan, he clerked for the Honorable Beverly Reid O'Connell in the United States District Court for the Central District of California.1

Michael Acquah's LinkedIn profile indicates that he has over 500 connections in his professional network2, suggesting he is well-connected within the legal and corporate communities.