Elizabeth Leonard

Paralegal

Liz joined the Yale Investments Office in August 2017 and is a paralegal on YIO’s legal team. She received her Bachelor of Arts in History and her Paralegal Certificate from the University of Saint Joseph in 2006. Prior to joining Yale, Liz worked as a paralegal at Cravath, Swaine and Moore LLP.  

Why did you join the Yale Investments Office?

I joined the Yale Investments Office because of the people I met during my interview process.  I felt as though I was going to be a part of a team that really cared for each other and accomplished meaningful work, and that has most definitely been the case.

What was your favorite class in college?

My favorite class in college was a course called "Justice Seekers and Peacemakers."  It was a study of contemporary religious thinkers and activists.  The professor utilized the music of U2 throughout the course. It completely shaped my view on social justice, as well as instilled in me an appreciation for U2.