Fenwick & West LLP is a premier law firm purpose-built to serve technology and life sciences companies, distinguished by its deep industry expertise and representation of over 50% of U.S. tech companies valued above $15 billion. The firm stands out for its role in landmark transactions, including high-profile IPOs and acquisitions, and has been recognized as a Practice Group of the Year.
With a dedicated focus on dynamic, innovation-driven sectors, Fenwick offers strategic counsel tailored to clients at every stage of growth—from startups to public companies. The firm combines extensive experience in complex regulatory environments with a forward-thinking approach, ensuring clients navigate legal challenges while capitalizing on emerging opportunities in tech and life sciences.
Services Offered
- Corporate: Capital Markets, Compensation & Benefits, Corporate Governance, Corporate Venture, ESG & Sustainability, Mergers & Acquisitions, Private Equity, Private Investment Funds, Public Companies, SPACs, Startup & Venture Capital
- Intellectual Property: Copyright, Patents & Emerging Technologies, Privacy & Cybersecurity, Technology Transactions, Trademark
- Litigation: Appellate, Complex Litigation, Consumer Class Actions & Mass Arbitration, Copyright Litigation, Crisis Management, Employment, Patent Litigation, Patent Trial & Appeal Board (PTAB) Proceedings, Securities Enforcement, Securities Litigation, Trade Secret Litigation, Trademark Litigation, White Collar Defense & Investigations
- Regulatory: Antitrust & Competition, Government Contracts & Public Sector Procurement, Healthcare Regulatory, Fintech Regulatory, Trade & National Security
- Tax
- FLEX by Fenwick (Flexible legal services)
The firm has been honored with awards including Law360’s Life Sciences & Tech Practice Group of the Year and recognized as a Best Place to Work in New York and the Bay Area. Fenwick’s attorneys are adept at serving clients in highly regulated and cutting-edge industries, with notable achievements in venture capital, IPOs, and major acquisitions.
