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Kjell Tönjes, LL.M.

I am a lawyer and member of the Technology Companies Group at Orrick. I support start-ups and scale-ups during their foundation, financing rounds and growth phases. Read More I am a lawyer and member of the Technology Companies Group at Orrick. I support start-ups and scale-ups during their foundation, financing rounds and growth phases.

Clients I've worked with: Korelya Capital

Contact me Associate, Düsseldorf [email protected] +49 211 36 78 7 345
LinkedIn Full Bio
  • What inspired you to become an emerging companies and venture capital lawyer?

    During my time in Berlin, I witnessed the potential for groundbreaking ideas to become successful businesses which inspired me to help entrepreneurs navigate legal complexities and secure funding for their ventures. Additionally, the opportunity to work closely with visionary founders and contribute to their growth journey has been a source of great professional fulfillment for me.

  • Where do you find inspiration in life?

    My daughter, my wife and our English Bulldog "Schröder".

  • What technology are you most excited to see develop?

    Artificial intelligence in the health sector.

  • What is your ideal weekend?

    It involves time with my family, great food, cold drinks and a win by my hometown football team Hannover 96.

  • Tell us about a favorite book, work of art or piece of music?

    No matter how challenging it can sometimes get to be working in vibrant venture capital, "Inspector Norse" by Todd Terje will always put a smile on my face.

  • What's the best advice you've ever received?

    If you're in trouble - double!

    Carlo Trucco

    Carlo Trucco

    I am a perceptive and knowledgeable venture capital and M&A lawyer. My passion lies in fostering the growth of the Italian tech & innovation environment and its integration within the international tech market. I advise investors and companies on a broad range of venture capital, corporate venture Read More I am a perceptive and knowledgeable venture capital and M&A lawyer. My passion lies in fostering the growth of the Italian tech & innovation environment and its integration within the international tech market. I advise investors and companies on a broad range of venture capital, corporate venture capital and tech M&A transactions. Investor-side, I advise venture capital firms, having dealt with some of the most significant late-stage venture capital deals in Italy. Furthermore, I have a broad expertise in advising large corporates transitioning towards innovative business models by means of open innovation investments and acquisition of high-tech companies. Company-side, I support founders and high-growth tech companies, operating in a variety of sectors, in dealing with investors.

    Clients I've worked with: NEVA SGR | GG1978 | IntesaSanpaolo Innovation Center | Mondadori | MorganTecnica | AdKaora

    Contact me Partner, Milan [email protected] +39 02 4541 3800
    LinkedIn Full Bio
    • What inspires you about working with tech companies?

      Tech companies are instrumental in promoting global innovation and development. Being involved in the industry is rewarding and inspiring.

    • What inspired you to become an emerging companies and venture capital lawyer?

      The idea of adding value to companies shaping our future.

    • If you weren't a tech lawyer, what would you do?

      Before joining law school I was very interested in aviation, so I would say a pilot (eyesight permitting…)

    • What technology are you most excited to see develop?

      AI and new space tech.

    • What is your ideal weekend?

      Spending time with family (and mountain biking, whenever possible).

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