Elnaz Z.

Elnaz Z. has a diverse work experience in the legal field. Elnaz currently holds the position of Vice President Legal at Benefit Street Partners since March 2022. Prior to this, they worked as a Private Funds Associate at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP from June 2021 to March 2022. Elnaz also served as a Corporate Associate at Morrison & Foerster LLP from January 2016 to June 2021. Before that, they held the role of Commercial Litigation and Restructuring Associate at Brown Rudnick from October 2011 to October 2015. Elnaz Z. has also interned at LVMH, worked as a Summer Associate at Brown Rudnick LLP, and served as a Legal Intern at Legal Aid Society, Prisoner's Rights Project. Elnaz gained additional legal experience as a Judicial Intern at the U.S. Court of International Trade. Elnaz Z. started their career as a Legal Assistant at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP and Affiliates, where they held roles in Corporate (Mergers & Acquisitions) and Securities Litigation.

Elnaz Z. started their education journey in 2002 at Brandeis University, where they pursued a Bachelor of Arts degree in Politics and International Global Studies. Elnaz dedicated herself to their studies until their graduation in 2006.

Subsequently, in 2008, Elnaz Z. enrolled at Fordham University to pursue a Doctor of Law (J.D.). Elnaz focused on developing their legal skills and knowledge, and successfully completed the program in 2011.