Our Team

Technology is constantly evolving and working with our clients provides a firsthand look at the latest technological advancements. It is inspiring to work with founders and investors looking to reimagine the world.

In an alternative universe, a fiction author and a part-time pâtissier.

Before law school I briefly considered a career in musical theatre.

Spending time with my family and friends.

It's energizing to work in an industry that is all about innovation and to help investors and founders who are working to make that innovation possible.

I find inspiration in learning new things. I'm constantly trying to pick up new skills (currently learning to play the guitar and trying to level up my UTSA tennis rating) and love that I am always learning something new in my practice, whether it's about a new product from one of my clients or a novel legal issue presented by developments in technology.

I'd probably be a nurse or some other profession in healthcare. Prior to making the pivot to law, I was a pre-med undergrad and still find the science and caring aspects of medicine compelling.

Snowboarding our local mountain with my partner and kids.

I started my career in Palo Alto, but oddly enough did not plan to focus on startups and VC. After working on a couple of venture financings, though, I was hooked. I love the deep partnership that comes from being closely involved with the founders and rest of the team, all of whom are incredibly dedicated, and value the opportunity to serve not only as legal counsel but also trusted advisor.

If I'm around home: a run by the beach or a hike, crossword puzzles, and barbecue with family and friends. I love living in Santa Monica so it can be tempting to stay put, but I also really enjoy getting out of town for short weekend trips all around California.

I have always loved the New World Symphony. I was a violinist ages ago and that was one of the first pieces I played as part of a symphony. I don't listen to classical music often, but that piece will always have a place in the rotation.

Don't let the perfect be the enemy of the good - great advice in many aspects of life, and very applicable to working with startups.

It is exciting to be able to see, and be a part of, the journey of our clients as they build their companies, particularly the clients that we advise from an early stage. The founders we work with are at the forefront of innovation and it is inspiring to work with them as they build their ideas and navigate the ever-changing tech market.

I would be a ski instructor or a police detective (or, even better, both if I could spend the winter months away in the mountains!)

Prior to becoming a lawyer, I spent a year and a half working and living abroad in France (Morzine) and Italy (Lake Garda) as a holiday rep and Australia (Sydney) in a restaurant. Despite living in Sydney for 6 months, I am still terrified of the sea…

Catching up with family and friends, popping down to the local pub, listening to some live music and finishing off the weekend with a home cooked Sunday roast.

Try not to spend time worrying about the things you can't control.