About Brett

Brett is a former entrepreneur turned startup attorney who is passionate about working with and serving innovative new ventures. He represents emerging and late-stage private companies in a broad range of corporate and securities matters, including private financings, M&A, strategic collaborations, commercial agreements, corporate governance matters, and employment and compensation arrangements. Brett also advises venture capital firms and other early-stage investors in connection with financings and other transactions. Over the last four years, he has represented companies and venture capitalists in 100+ private financings.

Before joining Cooley, Brett ran two technology startups – Panelfly and Perfect Squad.

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Admissions and credentials

  • New York
  • California

Education

  • Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law, Yeshiva University
    JD, magna cum laude, Law Review, 2016
  • Pace University
    MBA, 2009
  • Syracuse University
    BS, Aerospace Engineering, 2006

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