Carl A. Valenstein

Carl A. Valenstein is an Adjunct Clinical Assistant Professor of Law at the University of Michigan Law School, specializing in the International Transactions Clinic (ITC). He is also a partner at Morgan Lewis & Bockius LLP in Boston, focusing on domestic and international corporate and securities matters, mergers and acquisitions, project development, and asset finance across diverse industries and regions such as Latin America and Africa.

Education:

• BA, Yale University
• JD, University of Michigan

Valenstein's research and practice emphasize impact investment, microfinance, and international risk management. He has extensive experience advising clients on global transactions and enforcement cases, while also promoting legal assistance for microfinance institutions, public charities, and impact investors. His cross-disciplinary work involves social enterprises, venture capital funds, and international development projects.

Scientific Awards:

• Overseas Private Investment Corporation’s 2016 Access to Finance Award (MicroBuild Fund)

Valenstein co-chairs the Morgan Lewis Impact Investment Initiative and previously co-chaired the international section of the Boston Bar Association. He has been instrumental in expanding the MicroBuild fund, which supports low-income families through housing microfinance lending globally.