We represent what’s next.
Gunderson Dettmer is the preeminent international law firm with an
exclusive focus on the innovation economy.
Our clients drive innovation. Their investments create institutions.
Their ideas transform the world.
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We serve market-leading venture capital and growth equity investors and pioneering companies through inception, growth and maturity, as well as groundbreaking public companies that result from the global venture capital ecosystem.
We believe in the spark of an idea.
Our clients are the forward-thinkers, the dealmakers, and the achievers; those who challenge, change, and improve.
Focus
Our clear-cut focus and well-honed technical skill enables an accelerated pace and unmatched efficiency, delivering best-in-class value at each phase of a client’s business.
Leading Industry Law Firm
Band 1 Chambers USA 2023 Guide
Gunderson Dettmer Attorneys and Practice Areas Recognized by Chambers USA in 2023 Guide
Market-Leading Focus
2024 Best Lawyers in America
Best Lawyers recognizes Gunderson Dettmer attorneys for their continued impact and commitment to their individual practice areas.
Exceeding expectations is in our DNA
Ranked #1 VC Law Firm Globally and in the US for 10 Straight Years
PitchBook Data credited Gunderson Dettmer as Top VC Law Firm Globally and in the U.S. with $41.8B raised in 2023.
Results
The depth of our experience means we can anticipate, plan, and advise at the right time and in the right direction. From an idea on a napkin to a listing on an exchange, we bring an intimate knowledge of how to plan for – and how to get to – what’s next.
Generative AI Series: Bias and Hallucinations in AI Policy Development, Training and Risk...
Generative AI Series: Bias and Hallucinations in AI Policy Development, Training and Risk...
Employment and Labor partner Natalie Pierce and Strategic Transactions and Licensing partner Aaron Rubin discuss the present key legal insights, case studies and practical applications to help companies overcome one of generative AI’s most notable imperfections.
Generative AI Series: "Navigating Privacy and Security Concerns in the U.S., E.U. and U.K."
Generative AI Series: "Navigating Privacy and Security Concerns in the U.S., E.U. and U.K."
In this webinar recording, Data Privacy Partner Anna Westfelt, associate Frida Alim and Osborne Clark lead a discussion on data privacy and security concerns associated with use of generative AI services.
Gunderson Dettmer Life Sciences Group Participates Across Events During 2024 JP Morgan...
Gunderson Dettmer Life Sciences Group Participates Across Events During 2024 JP Morgan...
The firm hosted its 2nd annual luncheon in San Francisco and co-sponsored the AI Digital Biology Labs Revolution symposium with PwC, ThinkingNodeLife.ai, Biocom California, and more.
Generative AI Series: "Coding with Generative AI: Latest Developments and Practical Risk...
Generative AI Series: "Coding with Generative AI: Latest Developments and Practical Risk...
Partner Aaron Fiske and associate Shu Hu share the latest in generative AI coding tools and their impact on software development.
LatAm Webinar: How the SEC’s Private Fund Adviser Rules and Other Recent Developments Will...
LatAm Webinar: How the SEC’s Private Fund Adviser Rules and Other Recent Developments Will...
São Paulo founding partner Brian Hutchings and partner Ben Buckwalter discuss the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission rules and how they are relevant to fund managers focused on the Latin America region.
Webinar: “What’s Market” in University Licenses in the Life Sciences Industry
Webinar: “What’s Market” in University Licenses in the Life Sciences Industry
Strategic Transactions and Licensing and Life Sciences partner Brendan McCarthy discuss the key economic terms in university license agreements.
Learn About "Generative AI Latest Developments, Legal Risks and Best Practices"
Learn About "Generative AI Latest Developments, Legal Risks and Best Practices"
In this webinar recording, partners Jesse Birbach, Katie Gardner, Gina Marek, Aaron Rubin, and Anna Westfelt present the latest developments and considerations for artificial intelligence including examples on ChatGPT, DALL·E and more.
Harnessing the momentum of the industry.
As the innovation economy accelerates, expands, and evolves – so do we.
Today our 400 attorneys operate in 11 offices and support clients in other key regions across the globe.