Startups & Emerging Companies
USA Guide 2024 : USA - Nationwide
Band 2
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+1 212 335 4500Chambers Review
DLA Piper LLP works with both venture capital investors and growing businesses at all stages of startup development, bringing to bear international strength to benefit both kinds of client. The firm is well distributed throughout the USA and capable of handling everything from M&A to governance and IP. It has particular expertise in the software and life sciences sectors.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"DLA's team provides subject matter expertise on a wide range of legal matters facing startups."
"In addition to having a very detailed and in-depth understanding of the applicable laws, the team also shows an understanding of the market in that space and provides commercial advice."
"DLA's team provides subject matter expertise on a wide range of legal matters facing startups."
"In addition to having a very detailed and in-depth understanding of the applicable laws, the team also shows an understanding of the market in that space and provides commercial advice."
Notable Practitioners
Randy Socol acts for both emerging companies and venture capital firms operating in the life science and technology sectors.
"Randy has a tremendous breadth of experience coupled with excellent commercial knowledge. He is also an extraordinary negotiator."
Charles Torres frequently advises emerging growth companies on venture capital and corporate transactions.
"Charles is creative and diligent."
"He is incredibly knowledgeable and effective."
Curtis Mo is an experienced practitioner who regularly advises clients on early stage financings, particularly in the technology sector.
Chair of the emerging growth and venture capital team, Jeffrey Lehrer is a well-regarded lawyer who advises venture funds on investments in early-stage companies.
"An unfailingly practical lawyer who is quintessentially solutions-driven."
"Jeffrey's a fantastic lawyer and a go-to for us."
Richard Bull, vice-chair of the emerging growth and venture capital team, is an experienced partner who advises venture funds and startups on early stage financings.
"He's a great asset to the team."
Maria Rydder Schwartz is an associate who assists emerging companies and venture capital funds on a range of financial issues and financings.
"Maria's level of responsiveness is outstanding."
Ranked Lawyers at
DLA Piper LLP (US)
USA - Nationwide