Gesmer Updegrove LLP is a forward-thinking law firm that specializes in providing strategic legal services to innovative and technology-driven businesses. Known for its clear, focused approach and ability to see legal issues through a business lens, the firm stands out for its commitment to helping clients navigate complex challenges with confidence and vision.
The firm’s lawyers combine practical legal expertise with deep industry knowledge, serving scaling companies, investors, and entrepreneurs across high-growth sectors. With a track record of facilitating over $6.2 billion in M&A transactions and $5.4 billion in financing transactions, Gesmer Updegrove has supported more than 6,000 scaling companies, emphasizing bold, solution-oriented representation in both advisory and litigation contexts.
Services Offered
- Artificial Intelligence Law
- Business Formation
- Capital Markets
- Copyright
- Employment Law
- Litigation
- Mergers & Acquisitions
- Patent Law
- Professional Liability
- Real Estate Law
- Restructuring, Workouts & Bankruptcy
- Securities Enforcement and Investigations
- Securities Regulation & Financial Services
- Standards & Open Source
- Tax Law
- Technology Licensing
- Trademark Law
- Venture Capital & Financing
The firm serves a diverse range of industries including banking and finance, blockchain and digital assets, cannabis, clean energy, consumer products, hardware, healthcare, privacy and security, publishing, SaaS, telecommunications, and venture capital, offering tailored support to clients navigating regulatory and market complexities.
