About

Provided by Gunderson Dettmer Stough Villeneuve Franklin & Hachigian

Venture Fund Practice. We were one of the first law firms to dedicate itself exclusively to venture capital investors and startup companies. We’ve maintained that focus for more than 20 years and today represent VCs of all sizes – from industry leaders with tens of billions under management to emerging managers raising their first funds – in the U.S., Europe, China and other technology markets throughout the world.

We advise virtually all of the world’s leading venture capital brands. Our lawyers provide practical guidance on a full range of operational, formation, investment and liquidity issues for more than 450 venture capital managers.

Entrepreneurs & Emerging Companies. We are singularly focused on the startup and emerging company market. We launch hundreds of startups every year and are consistently recognized as the most active law firm in the venture capital market. We are uniquely experienced to help guide entrepreneurs through early stage issues and to help position them to achieve their goals. We provide clients advice and counsel on all of the most critical issues on a startup's road map. 











Chambers Review

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Venture Capital - California
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What the team is known for

Gunderson Dettmer Stough is a formidable corporate boutique that maintains a strong position in the market, representing startups and emerging growth companies as well as providing fund formation advice. Particularly adept at venture capital financing and also frequently advises on private and public offerings, M&A and corporate governance. Offers particular expertise counseling companies in the life sciences, technology and telecommunications sectors.

Work Highlights

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  • Gunderson Dettmer represented client Anduril Industries in the announcement of its $1.48 billion Series E financing led by Valor Equity Partners.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Steven R Franklin
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Band 1

Steven Franklin receives high praise for his knowledge of all aspects of the raising and management of funds.

"Steven is an impressive lawyer."

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Sean Caplice
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Band 2

Sean Caplice's extensive market experience makes him highly sought after to advise sponsors on the formation of funds to be invested in the US and internationally.

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Ivan A. Gaviria
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Band 3

Ivan Gaviria centers his practice on providing counsel to tech companies. He represents clients throughout their life cycle and he has significant experience of handling financing.

"Ivan is a highly respected lawyer."

"He's a really strong attorney."

Ranked Lawyers at
Gunderson Dettmer Stough Villeneuve Franklin & Hachigian

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California

Venture Capital

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Ivan A. Gaviria
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Band 3
Venture Capital: Fund Formation

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Steven R Franklin
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Band 1
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Sean Caplice
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Band 2

Members

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