Angelo Alcid

Angelo Alcid is a Senior Corporate Counsel for Xbox Game Studios, bringing extensive experience in the video game industry with a focus on legal support for game development and intellectual property management. Prior to this role, Angelo served as Principal Corporate Counsel at Microsoft, where they provided key legal advice and negotiated significant agreements, including a deal with Netflix for a live-action film adaptation of the Gears of War franchise. Angelo's diverse background encompasses solo practice, in-house roles at major tech firms, and positions in start-ups and smaller game publishers. They earned a Juris Doctor from Santa Clara University School of Law and have held various legal and technical roles throughout their career.