Cooley’s European team consists of 150+ lawyers who counsel clients on cross-border European and global business expansion, corporate, finance, regulatory and complex high-stakes litigation matters. Our strategic advice is informed by a strong US and global perspective, valuable industry insights and technical skills, dedication to client service, and deep relationships with leading local counsel in European hubs.

We have unmatched experience working with the most disruptive startups, unicorns, high-growth companies, serial acquirers and powerhouses driving the global economy, providing pragmatic, market-informed advice on opportunities and challenges globally. Equally, we have stellar relationships and experience with advising asset managers investing in this community.

We have advised on 1,300 funding rounds for VC-backed startup and growth companies over the past 10 years in Europe.

Our team offers world-class counsel throughout the corporate life cycle, including advice on private financings, cross-border capital markets and M&A transactions, life sciences corporate partnering and licensing, joint ventures, and general corporate matters, as well as strategic advice to European companies navigating US legal matters.