Introduction

Erin represents clients on corporate and capital market transactions, including equity and debt offerings, tender and exchange offers, and domestic and cross-border M&A.

Erin Gordon advises clients on corporate governance, securities law compliance, stock exchange listing requirements, and corporate formation. She has experience working with entrepreneurs in various industries, as well as early-stage, growth-stage, and established public and private companies. 

Education & credentials

  • Indiana University Maurer School of Law, J.D., cum laude, Executive Submissions Editor, Indiana Journal of Global Legal Studies, 2016
  • Michigan State University, B.A., Supply Chain Management, 2010
  • Varnum LLP, Grand Rapids, MI, Associate, 2021-2022, Summer Associate, 2015
  • Jones Day, Chicago, IL, Associate, 2016-2020
  • U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Indiana, Indianapolis, IN, Legal Extern for the Hon. Mark J. Dinsmore, 2015
  • U.S. Department of State, Bureau for International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs, Washington, D.C., Legal Intern, 2014

Professional recognition

  • Recognized by Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch for Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships); Corporate Governance and Compliance Law; Corporate Law, 2024-2026

  • *The Supreme Court of Illinois does not recognize certifications of specialties in the practice of law and no certificate, award or recognition is a requirement to practice law in Illinois.

Impact

  • West Michigan Trails, Board Member; Governance Committee Chair, 2022-2026