Diana Milanesi

Legal Director (Corporate) at Monzo

Diana Milanesi has a diverse work experience in the legal field. Diana began their career as an Intern and Associate at Gianni & Origoni from 2009 to 2011. Diana then worked as a Legal Advisor at a seed venture capital firm from 2012 to 2013. Diana subsequently joined Squire Patton Boggs as an Attorney At Law from 2013 to 2015. During this time, they also served as a Researcher and Lecturer at Startup Europe Partnership. In 2016, Diana worked as an Advisor at Startup Europe India Network and as a Research Fellow at Stanford Law School. Diana then joined Monzo Bank as a Senior Legal Counsel (Corporate and Tech Commercial) from 2017 to 2020, and currently holds the position of Legal Director (Corporate) at the company.

Diana Milanesi has a strong educational background in law and finance. Diana attended the University of California, Berkeley where they earned a J.S.D. (Ph.D in Law) from the School of Law. Their focus of study during this time was in Corporate Law, Venture Capital, and Finance. Diana also took MBA courses at the Haas School of Business, specializing in Venture Capital, Private Equity, and Finance.

Prior to their time at UC Berkeley, Diana attended the same institution for their LL.M degree from the School of Law, with a specialization in Banking Law and Financial Regulation. Diana also obtained a Finance and Accounting Certificate from The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE).

Diana's international education includes an Exchange Program at Duke University School of Law and a Master of Science in Law from Università Bocconi. During their time at Università Bocconi, they focused on Banking Law and Finance Regulation. Diana also completed their Undergraduate Degree Program in Law at Università Bocconi.

In addition to their academic achievements, Diana has obtained professional certifications. Diana is admitted to the California Bar and is an Attorney with the California Bar Association. Diana is also admitted to the New York State Bar Association.

Overall, Diana Milanesi has a comprehensive educational background in law and finance, with a focus on corporate law, venture capital, and finance. Diana has obtained multiple degrees and certifications from reputable institutions both in the United States and abroad.

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  • Legal Director (Corporate)

    January, 2020 - present

  • Senior Legal Counsel (Corporate and Tech Commercial)

    January, 2017

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