Venture Capital: Fund Formation | USA

Cooley distinguishes itself as primary fund counsel to innumerable funds within the ambit of venture capital, ranging from preeminent market players to up-and-coming managers. It is capable of representing fund managers on a global scale.

Gunderson Dettmer displays dominance throughout the North American and Chinese venture capital fund formation markets. They are dedicated to the support of emerging technology and venture capital matters around the world.

DLA Piper is a notably deep team able to call on fund formation experts across the country and internationally. Specific areas of strength include providing counsel on the structuring and formation of real estate and credit funds. The law firm also guides emerging and established managers on the formation of venture funds.

Goodwin has a respected asset management practice, which encompasses an assortment of private investment products, including private equity, venture capital and real estate funds. The team acts for a diverse client base of domestic and international funds of varying sizes. The law firm is valued for its advice across structuring, management and compliance issues.

Holland & Knight offers expertise to early-growth venture capital clients in launching and structuring funds. The team guides clients through the entire life cycle of a fund, as well as in strategic investments. The law firm also caters to cross-border matters and operates across multiple sectors including artificial intelligence and cybersecurity.

Lowenstein Sandler has a strong venture capital practice with experience representing both emerging and established managers. The team provides a holistic service to clients including fund formation, structuring, tax and regulatory support. The law firm operates across multiple industries including life sciences and cybersecurity.

Proskauer Rose is an established name in the private equity and venture capital markets. The law firm is lauded for its work on behalf of sponsors, advising on transactions and fund formations which touch a broad range of industries. It boasts equal capabilities in buyout funds as those formed to invest in early-stage businesses. It has a strong international showing, with a noted presence in matters involving the European and Asian markets.