Summary
Nick Van Hoogenstyn is a technology-focused attorney and software engineer with a decade of experience translating complex technical problems into business-ready solutions. Currently an Associate at Perkins Coie, he leverages a rare blend of software development pedigree and legal training to bridge engineering and policy in fast-paced environments. His career spans Qualcomm, HackerRank, and Google as a Customer Solutions Engineer, with an early exposure to tech at UCLA's Computer Science program and a JD from Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law. Based in Chicago, he brings hands-on coding chops together with a disciplined legal mindset to tackle software, compliance, and technology transactions. Nick's profile reflects a practical curiosity—able to move from code to contract, from systems design to risk assessment, with a calm, collaborative approach. He is not just a coder; he is a technologist who understands the value of governance and risk in software-driven businesses.
11 years of coding experience
7 years of employment as a software developer
Bachelor of Science - BS, Computer Science, Bachelor of Science - BS, Computer Science at University of California, Los Angeles
Doctor of Law - JD, Doctor of Law - JD at Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law
English