Silicon Valley

"[A] strong track record for representing start-ups from the outset."
The Legal 500 US 2021

"Drawing upon extensive global resources, the firm is highly adept in representing both investment banks and venture capital firms"
Chambers USA 2022 (California)

"A best-in-market corporate team with a sterling reputation for its counsel on M&A transactions, public and private securities offerings, and strategic partnerships."
Chambers USA 2022 (California)

"Latham & Watkins are so ingrained with every aspect of California law and practice and handle a lot of complex matters."
Chambers USA 2022 (California)

“Latham is filled with outstanding lawyers who are smart, client-oriented and pay attention to detail. They act as trusted advisers as part of our team and understand our business.”
Chambers USA 2021 (California)

"A recognized powerhouse in the employee benefits and executive compensation market. Offers strength across its Northern and Southern California offices."
Chambers USA 2021 (California)

Overview

Over more than a quarter century, Latham’s San Francisco Bay Area offices have grown and innovated alongside the global economy’s most dynamic players.

Drawing on the firm’s global reach, we have become one of Silicon Valley’s largest legal advisors, uniquely well-positioned to guide companies through every stage of development, from startup formation to IPO or acquisition and beyond. Our nationally renowned litigators and trial lawyers regularly set precedents affecting entire industries, from high-stakes securities litigation, to cutting-edge technology and data privacy cases, to healthcare, life sciences, and intellectual property matters. Having advised clients through the ups and downs of industry booms and busts we provide sophisticated, experienced counsel to market-leading innovators and investors across industries.

Giving Back

As one of the world’s largest pro bono providers, Latham takes on matters in nearly every area of public interest law. In the Bay Area, some of our key pro bono causes include ending pre-arraignment cash bail, and advocating for poverty relief, tenants’ rights, and children’s rights issues.