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Venture Capital - California

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Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Fenwick has an esteemed venture capital practice that houses an impressive bench of experienced practitioners. Acts for emerging companies in corporate and financing transactions, and also offers significant expertise in late-stage funding. Particularly noted for its activity in the technology sector, with specific knowledge of gaming, cryptocurrency, digital health and fintech.

Work Highlights

  • Fenwick represented CoreWeave in its $1.1 billion Series C funding.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Gordon K Davidson
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Senior Statespeople
Gordon Davidson is renowned for his ability to handle venture finance matters. He participates in market-leading transactions, advising companies in the technology and health sectors.
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Cynthia Clarfield Hess
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Band 2
Cynthia Clarfield Hess cochairs the firm's startups and venture capital group, regularly representing emerging technology companies in funding rounds. She possesses additional experience in IPOs and other matters.
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Mark C Stevens
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Band 2
Mark Stevens services an impressive roster of company-side clients in the technology, gaming and other digital media industries. He has notable experience of advising companies on their fundraisings.

Mark is an excellent counsel. He is very clear and supportive.

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Michael T Esquivel
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Band 2
Michael Esquivel has notable experience of advising technology startups throughout their life cycle, from formation to sale. A particular area of strength is advising clients on financing.

Michael is a pragmatic and practical attorney who knows this space well.

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Samuel B Angus
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Band 3
Samuel Angus's venture practice involves handling financings for both investor-side and company-side clients. His recent work has included handling significant fundraisings.

He is business-minded, practical and a good practitioner.

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Dawn Belt
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Band 4
Dawn Belt supports organizations throughout their lifecycle, including during financings and formations.

Dawn is extremely versatile.

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Steven Levine
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Band 4
Steven Levine regularly advises companies and investors across the retail and technology sectors on early-stage financing matters. He is adept at providing counsel on fundraisings.

Steven always understands where the issues are and is a seasoned partner.

Steven is an amazing partner to work with and an excellent adviser.

Steven is a fantastic partner to our company. We are grateful to have his partnership and collaboration.

Ranked Lawyers at
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Gordon K Davidson
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Senior Statespeople
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Cynthia Clarfield Hess
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Band 2
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Mark C Stevens
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Band 2
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Michael T Esquivel
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Band 2
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Samuel B Angus
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Band 3
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Dawn Belt
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Band 4
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Steven Levine
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