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.
Market-Leading Focus
2023 Best Lawyers in America
Best Lawyers recognizes Gunderson Dettmer attorneys for their continued impact and commitment to their individual practice areas.
LMG Life Sciences
2022 VC Law Firm of the Year
Recognized for its market-leading support for venture-backed and public life sciences companies and the venture and growth equity funds investing in that industry around the world.
Exceeding expectations is in our DNA
Ranked #1 VC law firm Globally
PitchBook Data credited Gunderson Dettmer with guiding over 421 financings valued at more than $23B in Q2 of 2022.
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.
Andy Thorpe Joins Capital Markets Practice in San Francisco
Andy Thorpe Joins Capital Markets Practice in San Francisco
"Expanding our Capital Markets practice is a long-term strategic priority for the firm as our private company clients continue to grow and prepare for the next stage in their maturity and our roster of public companies has expanded substantially.” - Ivan Gaviria, NorCal Leader
Welcome to Emily Cabrera, Executive Compensation & Benefits Partner in the New York Office
Welcome to Emily Cabrera, Executive Compensation & Benefits Partner in the New York Office
“Emily is an outstanding addition to our firmwide exec comp team. The tax, accounting, securities and corporate governance aspects of exec comp issues are critical for our clients, especially as they mature or transition to the public markets.” - Ken McVay, New York Office Leader
Welcome to new web3 and Crypto Regulatory Partner Ben Buckwalter in the Silicon Valley Office
Welcome to new web3 and Crypto Regulatory Partner Ben Buckwalter in the Silicon Valley Office
“Over my career, I have been privileged to work alongside the true innovators elevating fintech and web3 in the market. I am excited to work with both the funds and the companies that will make their mark on the future of the world economy.”
Welcome Greg Kinzelman, New Antitrust & CFIUS Regulatory Partner in the New York Office
Welcome Greg Kinzelman, New Antitrust & CFIUS Regulatory Partner in the New York Office
“Greg’s close integration with our deal teams will enable us to more seamlessly provide clients with the proactive antitrust and CFIUS counseling they need to meet their strategic objectives.” - David T. Young, Managing Partner
Gunderson Dettmer Expands Fintech Regulatory Support with New Partner Sangeetha M. Raghunathan
Gunderson Dettmer Expands Fintech Regulatory Support with New Partner Sangeetha M. Raghunathan
“Sangeetha brings exactly the right experience for the important regulatory and compliance issues many of our clients are working to navigate, especially as more companies leverage fintech, eCommerce, web3 or mobile payments technologies or business models.” - Brian C. Patterson, Corporate Partner
Lara Pender Joins Growth Equity Practice in Ann Arbor
Lara Pender Joins Growth Equity Practice in Ann Arbor
“Gunderson’s reputation among growth equity and venture capital investors is second to none. They not only provide clients with high-value legal advice, but they also take a practical strategic approach that aligns well with my own practice.”
Welcome to Helen Ogbara Reeves, Corporate & Securities Partner in the New York Office
Welcome to Helen Ogbara Reeves, Corporate & Securities Partner in the New York Office
“I am excited to join a team of 400+ lawyers focused on exactly the same venture ecosystem that drives my practice. Gunderson’s reputation is exceptional and the companies I work with will tap into a full-service team with experience gained from working on some of the most innovative transactions in the market.”
Gunderson Dettmer Sponsors the 2022 Deloitte Technology Fast 500 Award and 24 Clients Recognized
Gunderson Dettmer sponsors the 2022 Deloitte Technology Fast 500 Award, for the fastest-growing private and public companies in technology and 24 Gunderson Clients were recognized. Read 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.