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Overview
Introduction
Jaime works closely with firm leadership to identify new client opportunities, expand key client relationships, and develop long-term growth strategies.
As business development director for Ashurst Perkins Coie, Jaime Hochhausen drives strategic growth initiatives for the firm’s Digital Media & Entertainment, Gaming & Sports industry group, as well as the Private Equity and Mergers & Acquisitions practices. She works closely with partners on both sell- and buy-side transactions, capital raises, and complex deals involving bankruptcy and restructuring.
Jaime partners directly with lawyers and clients to identify opportunities, anticipate emerging business and legal issues, and position teams for success in competitive markets. Drawing on three decades of experience in the legal industry—including her background as a commercial and IP litigator and more than 15 years in business development—Jaime brings knowledge of industry trends and the deal landscape. She is known for connecting strategic insights with practical execution to help clients and colleagues achieve their goals.
Jaime is also an active member of the dealmaking community, serving on several committees with the Association for Corporate Growth, the Alliance of M&A Advisors, and the Turnaround Management Association.
Education & credentials
- University of Illinois Chicago School of Law, J.D.,
The John Marshall Law Review, Staff
, 2003 - University of Wisconsin-Platteville, B.A., English,
magna cum laude
, 1999
- Chiron Financial, LLC, Director of Business Development, 2024-2025
- Perkins Coie, Dallas, TX, Business Development Director, Texas, 2021-2023
- iVIK Holdings, Ltd., Chicago, IL, Director of Sales & Business Development, 2020-2021
- McDermott Will & Emery, Chicago, IL, Strategic Account Director, 2017-2020
- Evalueserve, Milwaukee, WI, Sr. National Client Manager—IP and R&D, 2015-2017
- Veritext, Chicago, IL & Milwaukee, WI, Director of Business Development, 2013-2015
- LexisNexis, Chicago, IL, Client Manager — Large Law, 2010-2013
- Quarles & Brady LLP, Madison, WI, Commercial Litigation Associate, 2006-2010
- McGuireWoods LLP, Chicago, IL, Commercial Litigation Associate, 2004-2006
- Chapman Spingola, LLP, Chicago, IL, Commercial Litigation Associate, 2003-2004
Impact
- Illinois Legal Aid Online, External Communications Committee, Board Member, 2010-2015
- Milwaukee Athletic Club, Women’s Committee & Social Committee, Board Member, 2015-2017
- Attorneys Serving the Community, Dallas TX, Volunteer, 2021-present