John Jefferson

John Jefferson is a seasoned legal professional with extensive experience in real estate law and litigation. Currently serving as Senior Counsel at Allen Matkins since March 2022, John previously held the position of Associate at both Latham & Watkins and Kirkland & Ellis LLP, specializing in multi-state commercial real estate projects. John’s legal career began with a judicial externship at the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois and includes various roles such as Law Clerk at Chapman Spingola, LLP. Additionally, John has experience in education as a Corps Member Advisor and teacher with Teach For America, focusing on teacher development and student achievement. John holds a Juris Doctor degree from Chicago-Kent College of Law and a Bachelor's degree in English Literature from Westmont College.