Crowley Law LLC

About Crowley Law LLC

Crowley Law LLC is a boutique corporate law firm specializing in providing comprehensive legal services to emerging technology and life sciences startups. Our mission is to help entrepreneurs navigate the complexities of business formation, growth, and strategic planning while protecting their intellectual property and mitigating risks.

Founder & Managing Partner

Philip P. Crowley Esq., the founder and Managing Partner of Crowley Law LLC, brings decades of experience in corporate law. Before establishing the firm, Phil served as Corporate Counsel for Johnson & Johnson, where he provided strategic legal guidance across various domains, including mergers and acquisitions, finance, commercial law, FDA regulations, and environmental compliance. His extensive background includes working as an Associate at prestigious law firms like Cravath, Swaine & Moore, and White & Case, and as a Senior Scientist at Corning Inc.

Corporate Formation & Structuring

• Entity Formation: Assisting in forming and structuring new business entities.
• Strategic Collaborations: Crafting partnership, LLC, and shareholder agreements, collaboration agreements, and intellectual property assignment agreements.

Contract Review & Negotiation

• Complex Transactions: Drafting and negotiating documentation for mergers, acquisitions, and other complex transactions.
• Licensing: Assisting with licensing agreements and strategic collaborations.

Mergers & Acquisitions

• Representing clients in mergers and acquisitions across various industries, including technology and life sciences.
• Providing guidance to private equity funds, boards of directors, and financial advisors.

Strategic Planning

• Developing and reviewing strategic planning assumptions.
• Mitigating business and legal risks while identifying opportunities for growth.
• Acting as both legal counsel and strategic legal advisor.

Capital Raises & Financing

• Developing strategies for financings and identifying appropriate capital sources.
• Negotiating term sheets and investment agreements to protect the interests of founders and employees.

Intellectual Property Planning & Protection

• Providing proactive guidance on intellectual property rights, risks, and opportunities.
• Assisting with the identification and categorization of IP assets and recommending appropriate patent counsel.

Licensing Agreements & Strategic Collaborations

• Identifying licensing opportunities and negotiating agreements to maintain the integrity of intellectual property.
• Assisting in planning and negotiating joint research projects and securing funding.

General Counsel Services

• Offering ongoing proactive legal counseling to help startups identify and mitigate risks.
• Managing employment and consulting agreements, executive compensation, and incentive compensation.
• Providing access to a wide network of patent attorneys and specialty counsel.

Complex Business & Commercial Litigation

• Representing clients in litigation, arbitration, mediation, and appeals.
• Handling disputes related to shareholder agreements, restrictive covenants, insurance, trademarks, copyrights, business fraud, and employment issues.

Why Choose Crowley Law LLC?

Phil Crowley’s extensive experience and deep connections within the tech and life sciences industries make Crowley Law LLC uniquely positioned to support startups at every stage of their development. His roles as a Trustee of Stevens Institute of Technology, a member of the Advisory Board of the Stevens Venture Center, and a mentor to various life sciences incubators demonstrate his commitment to helping innovators seize opportunities. With a proven track record of guiding businesses through strategic initiatives and complex transactions, Crowley Law LLC ensures that startups lay a solid foundation for growth and success while proactively avoiding costly mistakes.

Admissions & Education

• Admitted to Practice: New York, New Jersey
• Education:
• Columbia Law School, J.D.
• Harvard University, M.S. in Experimental Physics
• Stevens Institute of Technology, B.S. in Physics, Valedictorian

Professional & Trade Affiliations

• Active member of several professional associations, including the New Jersey State Bar Association and the New York State Bar Association.
• Past roles on the boards of the New Jersey Corporate Counsel Association and the Association of Corporate Counsel.
• Involvement with organizations like the Stevens Venture Center and the Biotechnology Innovation Organization.

Community Involvement & Honors

• Board Trustee roles at Stevens Institute of Technology.
• Pro Bono work with the Pro Bono Partnership in New Jersey.
• Recipient of numerous awards, including being listed in Super Lawyers® for Business Law.

Crowley Law LLC stands ready to deliver tailored legal solutions that address the unique challenges and opportunities faced by startups, ensuring they are well-equipped to achieve their business objectives.