Startups & Emerging Companies

Palo Alto-based partner Mark Tanoury enjoys a broad-based practice but is particularly noted for his work with leading venture capital sponsors.

Vice-chair of Cooley LLP, Michael Lincoln has a roster of clients that includes startup companies, venture capital firms and angel investors.

"He's one of the best."

"Mike is awesome, he's a rock star."

"He's a super impressive lawyer."

Craig Jacoby represents emerging companies operating in a wide variety of industries. He is recognized for his ability to guide clients through early-stage financing transactions.

"Craig is one of the best lawyers I know. He is calm, insightful and deeply committed to his clients' best interests."

David Young maintains a well-reputed practice counseling established and emerging companies in Los Angeles. He has experience of handling a wide spectrum of transactions from seed to later-stage financings.

"He's absolutely fabulous and the quality of his legal work is extremely high."

Eric Jensen brings his high level of capital markets expertise to acting for emerging companies in IPOs. He routinely works with organizations in the technology and software sectors.

Rachel Proffitt shows a broad skill set ranging across both venture capital and capital markets transactions. Her clients include high-growth companies in the e-commerce sector.

"Rachel is absolutely terrific."

Sacha Ross advises both high-growth companies and strategic investors in venture financings. His focuses his practice on advising clients in the technology sector.

"He's very responsive and very strategic in his advice."

Peter Werner frequently represents high-growth companies and investors in financings, governance issues and securities transactions.

"Peter is really great; he balances practicality with strong lawyering."

"He is a fantastic attorney."

Stephane Levy garners recognition for representing investors and startups across a range of emerging company transactions.

Adam Dinow is routinely called upon to advise clients on funding rounds from seed financings to Series D financings.

"Adam is an awesome lawyer."

Matthew Bartus is held in high regard for his ability to advise organizations throughout their life cycle, from formation through to IPO.

"Matthew has an in-depth knowledge of the law and a depth of experience."

Derek Colla is routinely called upon to advise investors on early-stage funding rounds.