Jonathan Baum represents companies and executives in high-stakes criminal and civil matters, including federal and state investigations, trials, and enforcement actions involving trade secrets, economic espionage, bribery, and fraud. He also advises companies and non-profit institutions on complex civil disputes, including business and employment litigation.
Jonathan has defended clients in cases involving parallel civil and criminal exposure, sensitive public corruption allegations, and cross-border investigations. He has served as lead trial counsel in matters ranging from trade secret theft to public corruption and routinely helps clients navigate the legal, reputational, and strategic complexities of government scrutiny. His experience includes securing complete acquittals and pre-trial dismissals in cases with national media attention.
Known for his strategic judgment and persuasive advocacy, Jonathan draws on his background as a speechwriter for public officials and Fortune 500 executives to craft compelling narratives in and out of the courtroom. His calm, focused approach makes him a trusted advisor to clients facing significant legal and reputational risk.
In addition to his practice, Jonathan has served as an adjunct professor at UC Berkeley School of Law and other law schools on the East and West Coasts, where he has taught courses on criminal practice, professional responsibility, and white collar crime.