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DLA Piper LLP (US)

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DLA Piper LLP (US)

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Startups & Emerging Companies - USA - Nationwide

Band 2

What the Team is Known For
DLA Piper LLP works with both venture capital investors and growing businesses at all stages of startup development, bringing to bear international strength to benefit both kinds of client. The firm is well distributed throughout the USA and capable of handling everything from M&A to governance and IP. It has particular expertise in the software and life sciences sectors.
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Work Highlights

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  • DLA Piper advised MOL Switch on its participation in the $328 million Series C financing of Twelve, a carbon transformation company.

Strengths

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  • The firm is really prompt in its response, very detail-oriented and very thorough.

    Startups & Emerging Companies respondentUSA

  • DLA Piper's ability to anticipate challenges, streamline negotiations and provide pragmatic-yet-strategic counsel has consistently given us confidence at critical moments.

    Startups & Emerging Companies respondentUSA

  • The DLA team not only has deep expertise, but also knows how to tailor its work and recommendations to make it most efficient and productive for us.

    Startups & Emerging Companies respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Randy Socol
    Randy Socol

    Randy Socol

    Randy Socol acts for both emerging companies and venture capital firms operating in the life science and technology sectors.

    • Randy is one of the best in the business.

      Startups & Emerging Companies respondentUSA

    • He has amazing depth and insight, is responsive and provides an authentic level of commitment and care.

      Startups & Emerging Companies respondentUSA
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  • Charles Torres
    Charles Torres

    Charles Torres

    Charles Torres frequently advises emerging growth companies on venture capital and corporate transactions.

    • Beyond Charles' encyclopedic expertise on legal matters, his personal network and the insightful perspective he provides on our broader work has made him an indispensable and trusted adviser.

      Startups & Emerging Companies respondentUSA

    • Charles' understanding of the client and the business makes him a partner, not just legal counsel.

      Startups & Emerging Companies respondentUSA
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  • Jeffrey K Lehrer
    Jeffrey K Lehrer

    Jeffrey K Lehrer

    Chair of the emerging growth and venture capital team, Jeffrey Lehrer is a well-regarded lawyer who advises venture funds on investments in early-stage companies.
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  • Richard Bull
    Richard Bull

    Richard Bull

    Richard Bull, vice chair of the emerging growth and venture capital team, is an experienced partner who advises venture funds and startups on early-stage financings.

    • Rich is extremely responsive, and he understands our industry.

      Startups & Emerging Companies respondentUSA
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  • Curtis L Mo
    Curtis L Mo

    Curtis L Mo

    Curtis Mo is an experienced practitioner who regularly advises clients on early-stage financings, particularly in the technology sector.

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