Alana Petraske

Alana Petraske is a distinguished legal professional with extensive experience in the charities and philanthropy sector. Currently serving as a Partner at Withersworldwide, Alana advises charities and philanthropists on legal and regulatory matters, focusing on succession issues and cross-border charitable giving. Participation in various organizations, including serving on the Steering Committee for the Philanthropy Advisors Global Special Interest Group at STEP and contributing as an Executive Committee Member for the Charity Law Association, highlights Alana's commitment to enhancing philanthropy advisory services and best practices. Alana's prior roles include membership in the Nonprofit Operating Committee of the New York City Bar Association and holding trustee positions at Philanthropy Impact and the London Sinfonietta. Alana's academic credentials include multiple degrees in law and music from prestigious institutions such as Fordham University School of Law and the Cleveland Institute of Music.