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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.
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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
PitchBook Data credited Gunderson Dettmer as Top VC Law Firm Globally and in the U.S. with $7.2B raised in Q3 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: "Coding with Generative AI: Open Source Compliance and Practical Risk...
Generative AI Series: "Coding with Generative AI: Open Source Compliance and Practical Risk...
Partner Aaron Fiske host a discussion on the potential business and legal issues associated with using generative AI in software development with Synopsys.
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.
Generative AI Series: "Patenting AI: What does It Mean, Should We Do It and What Does Success...
Generative AI Series: "Patenting AI: What does It Mean, Should We Do It and What Does Success...
Of counsel Brian McCloskey examines various aspects of AI that patents can protect, such as data preparation, training processes, and functional applications of AI.
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.
"What Latin American Venture-Backed Companies Need to Know about U.S. Tax" Webinar Recording...
"What Latin American Venture-Backed Companies Need to Know about U.S. Tax" Webinar Recording...
Tax partner Jace Clegg and LatAm partner Christel Moreno collaborate to discuss the common U.S. tax provisions in venture financing agreements, how they are negotiated with investors, and how they impact companies after the financing.
Revela Announces $9M Series A Led by FirstMark
Leading property management solution, Revela announced its $9 million Series A financing led by FirstMark Capital. 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.