Vincent Van Houden
Attorney for Creators, Businesses & Complex Legal Issues
California
NY
"Wonderful job and communicated perfectly. Would work with him again in a heartbeat."
About
Whether you need support with entity formation, contract drafting, nonprofit structuring, or trademark strategy, I… read more bring a detail-oriented, client-focused approach grounded in both BigLaw rigor and real-world business needs.
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"Vincent is knowledgeable in legal and tax matters related to influencers."
"Vincent went above and beyond. He completed my Clerky post-incorporation setup, explained every document, and even provided additional materials I hadn’t requested — customized NDA templates (for individuals and institutions) and IP Assignment Agreements for myself and my future co-founder — all within the original engagement. He genuinely understands what early-stage founders need and delivers with care and precision. I highly recommend him."
"Vincent is truly SHARP - and KNOWS exactly how to focus on what's important! Truly Excellent !!!!!!!"
"Vincent was very helpful protecting my recipes. He explained everything in detail and very patient with me. The one on one conversation was very enlightening about how to protect my recipes. He was thorough in his plan of action and would highly recommend him for future assignments"
"Wonderful job and communicated perfectly. Would work with him again in a heartbeat."
"Great work, would hire again"
Work History
Creator Attorney, PLLC
Attorney
Oct 2024 - Present
- Regulatory and compliance reviews
- Drafting and negotiating commercial agreements
- Complex dispute resolution and settlement planning
- Trademark, brand protection, IP strategy, digital governance and website terms
- Business formation, governance, and deal structuring
Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals
Judicial Extern
May 2021 - Jul 2025
- Drafted bench memoranda and proposed judicial orders addressing constitutional and administrative law issues
- Conducted legal research on federal appellate procedure, statutory interpretation, and constitutional questions
Berkman Klein Center for Internet & Society
Clinical Student
Feb 2021 - May 2025
- Drafted legal memoranda on U.S. copyright law and fair use for a nonprofit media organization
- Conducted comparative legal research on digital evidence, surveillance, and law enforcement practices in Egypt, Lebanon, and Tunisia for a human rights technology report
- Supported international NGO work at the intersection of free expression, digital rights, and cross-border legal frameworks
Fried Frank
Associate
Aug 2022 - Oct 2024
- Advised public and private companies on mergers and acquisitions, corporate governance, and securities regulation
- Represented issuers and underwriters in debt and equity offerings. - Drafted and reviewed SEC filings, including registration statements, prospectuses, and periodic reports
- Conducted regulatory and disclosure analyses under U.S. securities laws and exchange listing rules
Harvard Food Law & Policy Clinic
Clinical Student
Jan 2022 - May 2022
- Analyzed FDA regulations on food labeling, dietary supplements, marketing claims, and cross-border compliance
- Drafted legal memos on U.S. food safety standards and FDA enforcement trends
- Conducted policy research on global food fortification programs and presented findings to the OECD
- Co-authored international regulatory guides, including food and product donation frameworks for Nigeria
Canadian Internet Policy and Public Interest Clinic
Intern
May 2020 - Aug 2020
- Analyzed international platform terms of service and drafted memoranda on digital content governance, takedown procedures, and user rights
- Co-authored a comparative legal report on intermediary liability, regulatory compliance, and online platform accountability across multiple jurisdictions