Kenna Pierce

Background

About Kenna Pierce

I’m a legal translator. I love explaining the law in a way that makes legal tools accessible for all, just like translating a document makes it accessible to more people. In my career, this “legal translation” might mean walking a start-up founder through the IPO process, helping a new American take the next steps in seeking asylum, or resolving bizarre family disputes about baseball hypotheticals. My background in public relations has taught me how to communicate effectively, and my legal education has given me the tools to comprehend even the most complicated principles and statutes. I have a particular interest in practicing corporate law, and I’d like to focus on emerging companies and venture capital work. In my work with the BYU Marriott School of Business, I had the opportunity to meet with many entrepreneurs and write about their stories. In doing so, I loved the energy inherent in the entrepreneurship process, and I wanted to be a part of it. I want to make legal tools just as accessible for the first-time founder as they would be for a seasoned CEO. I’d like to take care of the legal minutiae of formation and funding so that new companies can focus on what they do best.When I’m not “translating” the latest SCOTUS decision, you’ll find me practicing my Spanish, finding new songs to learn on the piano, going for long walks, or going line dancing with my friends.