Businesses and consumers alike are relying more heavily than ever on technology to achieve their goals, creating significant opportunities for high-tech companies and their industry partners. Companies that operate within this ever-evolving arena, however, face unique legal challenges that require experienced guidance. We take great pride in providing that guidance to software and technology companies, investors and lenders as they navigate critical issues in formation, compliance, operation and growth.
Our clients range from startup companies to multinational corporations in industries including software, telecommunications, health care, insurance, internet, and manufacturing. We work diligently to advise clients at every stage of development, from startup and emerging companies to late-stage companies, as well as clients seeking options for selling their businesses.
Recognizing the impact market advancements have on a client’s bottom line, our representation concentrates on everything from acting as general counsel to handling sophisticated and complex transactions.
Our representation includes:
- intellectual property, trade secrets, trademarks and copyrights, licensing and technology transfer, software, hardware, outsourcing, e-commerce and procurement
- license and purchase agreements, including software license, development, SAAS implementation, cloud computing, computer equipment purchase, OEM agreements, and data and content acquisition licenses
- regulatory compliance matters such as data security, cyber security, and domestic and international privacy regulations, directives and standards
- strategic alliances, joint ventures, mergers, acquisitions and divestitures
- tax and tax exemption
- venture capital, equity investments and institutional financing
- business formation and corporate governance, including choice of entity, ownership structure and succession planning