Antone Johnson is a distinguished California-based business attorney specializing in startup and internet law, with a unique focus on technology, social media, and mobile ventures. With over two decades of experience, he stands out as a “full-stack” general counsel, offering a rare blend of Silicon Valley innovation, Wall Street deal-making acumen, and Hollywood creative insight.
His approach integrates strategic business, legal guidance tailored to emerging tech companies, entrepreneurs, and investors. Having built and led legal functions at high-growth companies like eHarmony and MySpace, Antone provides invaluable expertise in corporate governance, product launches, intellectual property, and crisis management. He is a trusted advisor to startups backed by top-tier venture capital firms and accelerators, leveraging his deep industry roots to navigate complex commercial and regulatory challenges.
Services Offered
- Business attorney services
- General counsel representation
- Startup and venture financing
- Corporate governance
- Intellectual property portfolio management
- Commercial and product legal matters
- Strategic partnerships and acquisitions
- Litigation strategy and management
- Risk management and crisis communications
- Privacy and social media product legal advice
- Government affairs and regulatory compliance
- Entertainment and digital media law
- Shareholder relations
- Seed stage equity and convertible debt transactions
Antone serves clients primarily in technology and media industries across California, including San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Berkeley. Fluent in the complexities of high-growth ventures, he is a recognized speaker and commentator, contributing to major publications and academic institutions while supporting the entrepreneurial ecosystem through expert legal guidance.
