EDISON INTERNATIONAL (EIX)
Sector: Utilities
Sector: Utilities
EDISON INTERNATIONAL - Executive Compensation
EIX EVP and General Counsel
Executive Compensation
Chonda J. Nwamu serves as Executive Vice President and General Counsel at Edison International (EIX), the parent company of Southern California Edison, where she leads the company's global legal function. In this pivotal role, she oversees all legal affairs, including regulatory compliance, corporate governance, litigation, mergers and acquisitions, and environmental matters. Nwamu provides strategic counsel to the CEO, Board of Directors, and senior leadership, playing a key role in navigating complex energy sector challenges such as wildfire litigation, clean energy transitions, and regulatory reforms in California. Her leadership ensures Edison International's commitment to ethical practices, risk management, and sustainable operations amid the evolving demands of the utility industry. Prior to joining Edison International in 2021, Nwamu held the position of Senior Vice President, General Counsel, and Corporate Secretary at Occidental Petroleum Corporation from 2017 to 2021, where she managed legal strategies for major oil and gas transactions, including the high-profile Anadarko Petroleum acquisition. Earlier, she was a partner at Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP from 2007 to 2017, specializing in energy, environmental, and M&A matters, representing clients in multibillion-dollar deals and complex regulatory proceedings. Her career also includes associate roles at Gibson Dunn and Vinson & Elkins LLP, building a strong foundation in transactional and regulatory law. Nwamu's distinguished achievements include recognition as one of the National Law Journal's Top 50 Women General Counsels, repeated listings in Chambers USA and Best Lawyers in America, and her contributions to diversity initiatives in the legal profession. A Stanford University alumna with a B.A. in Political Science and a J.D. from Stanford Law School, she is a sought-after speaker on corporate governance and energy law, exemplifying excellence in legal leadership within the utilities sector.