About Naomi

Naomi advises companies and organizations that deliver educational products and services at all stages of learning, from early childhood education to workforce development. Innovators, investors and operators in the space – whether early-stage edtech companies or established university leaders – rely on her for practical, business-minded counsel to help them navigate a complex regulatory environment. Naomi collaborates with colleagues across the Cooley platform to provide industry-informed strategic commercial and product counseling, compliance assessments, targeted advice in administrative actions and litigation, and leadership in complex transactions. Her work is energized outside the firm by deep engagement in the nationwide edtech community and within Cooley through diverse relationships and leadership on committees and in affinity groups.

Passions

Aesthetics and design

Pacific Ocean beaches

Espresso (preferably home roast)

Theme park rides with my husband and daughter

I am a lawyer to education sector clients because they power markets and transform lives.

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Admissions and credentials

  • California
  • District of Columbia

Rankings and accolades

Chambers USA: Higher Education – Nationwide (2025)

Memberships and affiliations

  • National Asian Pacific American Bar Association (NAPABA)
  • National Association of College and University Attorneys (NACUA)
  • National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (NASFAA)

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Education policy, technology and business

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