Startups & Emerging Companies
USA Guide 2024 : USA - Nationwide
Band 1
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Provided by Fenwick
Fenwick provides a broad range of services to emerging companies in technology and life sciences and the investors who partner with them. Our clients include 1,500+ VC-backed companies, including 80+ VC-backed unicorn companies with valuations over $1B.
Our practice is distinguished for its:
- Deep understanding of how technology companies are formed, financed, grown and taken public or merged
- Guidance at all stages, from initial funding through IPOs and mergers
- Guidance on business model issues, fundraising strategy and development of quality investor materials suitable for meaningful evaluation
- Role as trusted advisor during meetings with management and the board
- Practical legal advice, delivered with sound business judgment
- Resources for entrepreneurs through all stages
Chambers Review
Fenwick demonstrates the sought-after ability to counsel startup businesses, particularly in the tech sector, on the full extent of company growth processes, as well as advising venture capital investors. The firm operates at the forefront of cutting-edge technology markets, including fintech, virtual reality and the sharing economy. It is noted for its connections to Silicon Valley technology companies and venture capital firms, due to its long-established presence in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Work Highlights
- Fenwick represents Whatnot in its $260m series D funding round.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Fenwick are excellent across the board."
"It's a top-tier firm."
"Fenwick are excellent across the board."
"It's a top-tier firm."
Notable Practitioners
Gordon Davidson continues to draw great acclaim for his representation of Silicon Valley's leading technology companies.
Cynthia Clarfield Hess acts for startups in transactions undertaken at all stages in their life cycle.
"She's a very good lawyer."
Mark Stevens represents high-growth companies in the science, gaming and media industries. He is notable for acting on deals for technology companies.
Michael Esquivel maintains a strong practice representing digital health startups and their investors in the Silicon Valley area.
Michael Brown has a strong practice representing technology startups throughout their life cycle.
"A really good lawyer and a terrific guy."
"He's super pragmatic and efficient in his advice."
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