Derek Colla

A founder of Cooley’s Miami office, Derek advises clients, including high-growth technology companies and their investors, through the most consequential stages of company building, from formation and venture financings through strategic transactions and exit. His practice concentrates particularly on fintech, AI and other businesses operating at the intersection of technology and complex regulatory or market structures. He has extensive experience representing clients outside the US, including emerging companies and venture capital funds operating in Latin America.