Department profile
Cooley LLP

Startups & Emerging Companies

Asia-Pacific Guide 2026 : Singapore

Share profile

Cooley LLP

Rankings

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Startups & Emerging Companies - Singapore

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Cooley is a leading law firm for startups and emerging companies' legal work globally, and the firm established an office in Singapore in January 2020. It houses Silicon Valley-experienced partners who are well known for advising major venture capital investors and assisting startups throughout their life-cycle, with clients benefiting from its extensive network. Its client base includes a number of notable young companies and investors in the technology, life sciences and fintech sectors.

View ranking table

Work Highlights

Provided by Chambers

  • Cooley advised Nium on its USD50 million Series E funding round, bringing its total valuation to USD1.4 billion.

Strengths

Provided by Chambers

  • Cooley stands out for its deep industry expertise, particularly in tech and life sciences, combining legal excellence with practical business insight.

    Startups & Emerging Companies respondentAsia-Pacific

  • Their strength lies in combining cutting-edge market knowledge with highly commercial advice tailored to startups and growth companies.

    Startups & Emerging Companies respondentAsia-Pacific

  • They provide actionable comments that lead us to have a better negotiation with the counterparty.

    Startups & Emerging Companies respondentAsia-Pacific

Notable Practitioners

Provided by Chambers

  • David He
    David He

    David He

    David He is well-versed in venture capital transactions. He advises funds and startups, with a particular focus on the technology sector.

    • David is incredibly supportive and an expert in his field.

      Startups & Emerging Companies respondentAsia-Pacific
    View profile
  • Andrew Harline
    Andrew Harline

    Andrew Harline

    Andrew Harline is often sought after by startups and early-stage companies for his expertise in financing rounds throughout the region, particularly in the life sciences, technology and fintech sectors.

    • Andrew is commercially sharp and highly responsive.

      Startups & Emerging Companies respondentAsia-Pacific

    • Andrew brings deep market knowledge and a highly commercial mindset to every deal.

      Startups & Emerging Companies respondentAsia-Pacific

    • He provides a high level of service and gives us insights every time. He has rich knowledge and experience in the investment industry and can update us about the market norms and trends.

      Startups & Emerging Companies respondentAsia-Pacific
    View profile

Ranked Individuals at Cooley LLP (2)

Singapore

Cooley LLP has rankings in the following guides

What success is built on

Chambers is the leading data and intelligence partner for the legal sector.

Explore thought leadership