Capital Markets: Equity: Issuer Counsel

Jeff Saper maintains a distinguished practice focused on securities transactions by technology and emerging growth companies. His expertise encompasses both issuer and underwriter representation.

Larry Sonsini's extensive knowledge of securities law makes him an asset to clients in the most complex capital markets transactions. He maintains a leading reputation for his seasoned counsel on debt offerings as well as IPOs and other equity transactions.

Steven Bochner has immense experience advising industry-leading companies and investment banks on the full panoply of capital markets matters.

Rezwan Pavri is head of the firm’s capital markets practice, and has a wealth of experience assisting clients with a comprehensive range of capital markets matters. He dedicates a substantial portion of his practice to handling major IPOs in varied industries.

Allison Spinner is head of the firm’s corporate department. She displays strength in both issuer and underwriter representation on the full range of debt and equity offerings.

Katharine Martin stands out for her ability to handle a range of complex capital markets transactions. She is especially gifted at handling significant equity offerings, including IPOs and private investments, on behalf of issuers, sponsors and investment banks.

Tony Jeffries is chair of the firm's board of directors. He is highly regarded for his advice on capital markets transactions. He is best known for his representation of technology companies and their underwriters, on diverse securities offerings.

Erik Franks is co-leader of the firm's corporate finance practice. He has an impressive practice that sees him advise some of the best-known technology companies and investment banks on major offerings of debt and equity, including convertible debt.