Johnathan Robertson

Johnathan Robertson is affiliated with Harvard Law School as a Lecturer, where he teaches the course "Private Equity: Practice and Policy" (Spring 2026). He holds a professional email address at the law school and co-authors case studies used in legal education. His work bridges law, finance, and corporate strategy, with a focus on private equity and M&A.

His research and teaching interests include:

• Corporate and Transactional Law
• Private Equity
• Mergers & Acquisitions
• Finance, Accounting and Strategy
• Leadership
• Arts, Entertainment, and Sports Law

The recent publications by Johnathan Robertson are case studies designed for legal and business education, focusing on private equity valuation and transaction cycles. These materials employ active learning through a flipped classroom model and include exercises in financial modeling, deal negotiation, and legal documentation such as purchase agreements. The works emphasize practical application in corporate finance and M&A contexts.

His notable awards include:

• Luce Scholar
• Truman Scholar
• USA Today All-Academic Team

Robertson has served in advisory roles at Harvard and other institutions, including the Harvard Law School Leadership Council and the SEAS Dean’s Advisory Cabinet. While no formal student advising is mentioned, his case studies are used to train students in complex financial and legal decision-making. He is actively engaged in legal education through Harvard Law School’s case study program.