Practices

Social Impact

Driving impact through innovation, capital and connection

Why Cooley

  • Unparalleled ecosystem access

    Our platform connects startups, investors and key industry players across the impact spectrum, giving clients access to one of the most robust ecosystems in the impact space.

  • Deep tech and impact experience

    With decades of experience in technology and innovation, we have a unique advantage in impact areas including edtech, biotech, climate tech, foodtech, digital health, agtech and wellness and responsible AI.

  • Aligning mission with momentum

    We understand what mission-driven startups and impact investors are looking for and how to negotiate and structure deals that advance mission without sacrificing growth.

  • Cross-disciplinary team

    Our clients benefit from a powerhouse group of lawyers working together seamlessly across emerging companies, venture capital, fund formation, M&A, capital markets, regulatory and corporate governance.

  • Market insight and foresight

    Our team has a sophisticated understanding of market dynamics, proactively identifying emerging risks and opportunities to keep our clients ahead of the curve.

  • Scaling with purpose

    We help impact-driven companies move from early-stage to global scale with tailored legal strategies, practical playbooks and resources designed to accelerate growth and amplify impact.

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Cooley is lauded for its advice on an array of fund formation operations in the impact space. The group frequently represents technology and life sciences companies actively seeking to achieve mission-based objectives.

Chambers USA, 2025

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