I help innovators close the deals and manage the crises that are part of the journey from seed funding through IPO. My advice is direct, thoughtful and practical.
Experience
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California
Rankings and accolades
Chambers USA: Startups & Emerging Companies – Nationwide (2016 – 2025)
Chambers USA: Band 1 for Capital Markets: Debt & Equity – California (2012 – 2025)
Chambers USA: Band 1 for Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States – Nationwide (2019 – 2025)
Chambers USA: Venture Capital – California (2018 – 2025)
The Legal 500 US: Capital Markets: Equity Offerings (2024 – 2025)
Deal Point Data: #1 Technology IPO Lawyer Nationwide
Best Lawyers in America – Lawyer of the Year (2018)
Best Lawyers in America – Leading lawyer in Corporate Governance Law, Corporate Law, Securities/Capital Markets Law and Venture Capital Law
The Daily Journal: Top Emerging Companies Lawyer
The Daily Journal Top 100 Lawyers in California
The Legal 500 US: Leading lawyer in M&A, Venture Capital and Emerging Companies
Super Lawyers
Memberships and affiliations
American Bar Association (ABA)
ABA, Section on Business Law, Committee on Corporate Governance
Experience Highlight
Involved in 40+ offerings over the last three years, raising $36 billion+
He works hard in the trenches with his clients and gives great advice. He always tries to figure out solutions to help the parties come together. His legal advice demonstrates significant substantive expertise, insight, judgment and experience.
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