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Michael Nelson

Michael Nelson

USA 2026

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About

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Practice Areas

Mike is a partner in Cooley’s Boston office and corporate head of Cooley’s Denver office . He focuses on advising emerging and growth-stage life sciences and deep tech companies, as well as the funds that invest in them, on matters relating to corporate finance, corporate governance, licensing and other intellectual property-based transactions, M&A, and public offerings.

Mike’s representative matters include new deals for:

* Strand Therapeutics

* TPG Life Sciences Innovations

* Superluminal Medicines

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Chambers Guide to the USA

Life Sciences - Massachusetts

Band 3
Band 3

Individual Editorial

Michael Nelson is highlighted for his handling of significant financing and M&A work in the life sciences space. He regularly represents both emerging and growth-stage companies.

Strengths

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  • Michael is a fantastic lawyer, who is extremely switched on.

    Life SciencesChambers Guide to the USA
  • Mike is excellent across the board.

    Life SciencesChambers Guide to the USA

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