The emerging growth sector is a key driver of the American economy. From the most nascent startups to those on the verge of becoming the next big thing, high potential technology and life sciences startups and emerging growth companies turn to Dentons' US Venture Technology practice for creative solutions, counsel and guidance throughout their life cycle.

Rely on our multidisciplinary team to remove the hurdles to your success. Tap into our Startup Program for incubation and acceleration services at the earliest stages of your company's development. Safeguard your intellectual property with relevant, real-time advice through our IP Assessment and Strategy Offering. Leverage our global network of angel investor, venture capital, strategic and investment banking relationships. 

With worldwide experience in a broad array of sectors and technologies, Dentons offers a unique perspective on industry practices and trends, including transaction terms and conditions, valuation, executive compensation, employment and board governance. In addition, our team is particularly adept at positioning companies for strategic exits and initial public offerings (IPOs).

In addition to providing strategic, business and legal advice, our practice actively engages and connects key participants throughout the tech ecosystem. Through such programs as our Venture Connection(R) Roundtable series and CEO Workshops, as well as through strategic relationships with leading startup accelerators and co-working spaces, we help build your networks and deliver valuable content. 

Operating as a boutique within a top 10 global firm, Dentons' US Venture Technology practice provides nimble, seasoned counsel to technology and life sciences companies and venture capital firms in key markets nationwide, including Silicon Valley, San Francisco, New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Dallas and the Mid-Atlantic region.

In addition, tap into Dentons' unparalleled resources for startups and emerging growth companies, including our newly expanded ventureBeyond microsite.

At the convergence of innovation, strategy, finance and law, you can turn to Dentons for assistance with:

• Accelerating new ventures via our Startup Program
• Accessing venture capital 
• Developing IP protection strategies 
• Licensing new technologies
• Connecting with key constituents in the tech ecosystem 
• Advising on mergers and acquisitions and IPOs

Recognition

Partner Nick Pujji recognized in Leaders of Influence: Minority Attorneys by Los Angeles Business Journal

January 21, 2025

The Los Angeles Business Journal recognized partner Nick Pujji in its 2025 Leaders of Influence: Minority Attorneys issue, which highlights the city’s most influential minorities in the field of law.

New York Law Journal honors partner Chris Errico as a Rising Star

August 21, 2023

The New York Law Journal selected Dentons partner Chris Errico as a Rising Star. Errico was honored as an emerging leader in New York’s legal community.

PitchBook ranks Dentons among top 10 in 2022 Q3 league table rankings

November 28, 2022

PitchBook once again recognized Dentons in the top 10 in its Q3 2022 Global League Tables. Notably, the Firm ranked No. 6 globally for venture capital deals with 87 deals this quarter – moving us up one spot and further evidence Dentons is competing successfully against Silicon Valley firms and expanding the brand globally.

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Insights

2025 Global Guide to Autonomous Vehicles

May 14, 2025

As the technology underlying autonomous vehicles (AVs) continues to evolve, so too does the legal and regulatory landscape governing the testing and deployment of AVs within the United States and across the globe.

In-House Counsel CLE Webinar Series Presents, “Smart AI Governance in 2025”

March 5, 2025

The world of AI is rapidly changing. So too is the concept of AI governance. So too is the concept of AI governance. To stay ahead of the curve and maximize AI’s potential, organizations must develop and maintain smart, effective, and nimble AI governance programs that reflect the challenges and opportunities in the current state-of-the-art. In this session, we will outline the current AI legal landscape, key strategies for developing an effective AI strategy and governance program, and insights from the trenches on topics such as policy development, AI literacy, contracting, vendor management, licensing, and a look ahead to what the world of AI governance may look like as agentic AI solutions begin to dominate the market.

Delaware Supreme Court Reverses Chancery Court, Applies Business Judgment Rule in TripAdvisor Redomestication Case

February 11, 2025

United States: On February 4, 2025, the Delaware Supreme Court reversed the Court of Chancery’s decision in Maffei v. Palkon, ruling that TripAdvisor’s change of corporate domicile from Delaware to Nevada should be reviewed under the business judgement rule, rather than under the entire fairness standard.

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News and Events

Recent Press Releases

Dentons Advises Fulgur Ventures and Framework Ventures in the $40 million Series A Financing of Meanwhile

April 29, 2025

Dentons is pleased to announce that it has advised both Fulgur Ventures and Framework Ventures as co-lead investors in the $40 million Series A financing of Meanwhile, a Bermuda-based life insurance startup offering Bitcoin-denominated policies.

Dentons represents iCAD, Inc. in its definitive merger agreement with RadNet, Inc.

April 18, 2025

Dentons announced today its representation of long-time client, iCAD, Inc. (NASDAQ: ICAD), in its definitive merger agreement with RadNet, Inc. (NASDAQ: RDNT).

Dentons advises Octopus Ventures as lead investor (in Czech)

February 14, 2025

Global law firm Dentons has advised London-based Octopus Ventures on a US$23 million Series A financing round of Czech cybersecurity startup ThreatMark, which it led together with US-headquartered Riverside Acceleration Capital.

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