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Montana Ware

I was born and raised in Fort Worth, Texas and enlisted in the U.S. Air Force at the age of 21. Stationed in Anchorage, Alaska and working as a C-17 crew chief at night, I completed my undergraduate degree by going to school full time during the day and during each summer. After graduating from The University of Texas School of Law, where I participated in Texas Venture Labs and worked part-time as a fund formation law clerk, I began working with startups and venture capital firms on early stage corporate transactions. My practice focuses on early stage companies and VCs in Texas, the Bay Area, LatAm and beyond.

Clients I've worked with: Solugen | Coatue | Diamond Foundry | Merama | Trust Ventures

Contact me Senior Associate, Austin mware@orrick.com +1 512 582 6908

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

I am inspired by disruptors and game changers, and unlike other practices of law, those decision makers confide in me day 1 on their most fundamental legal issues. I get to help hundreds of cutting-edge startups bring their innovations in technology and bio-sciences to life.
Where do you find inspiration in life?

By 25, I was married with two children. My kids inspire me every day to make positive changes in their life and in the world they are going to inherit.
If you weren't a tech lawyer, what would you do?

Beach bum.
Tell us something we'd be surprised to know about you.

I never met a lawyer before college.
What technology are you most excited to see develop?

Machine learning in health and beyond. I believe we are witnessing a new renaissance in the way we gain knowledge.
What is your ideal weekend?

Enjoying downtime with my wife and boys near some body of water (preferably a beach).
What's the best advice you've ever received?

At a young age, my dad told me to do the absolute best job I can no matter how menial the task is.

Kasey Winshall

I advise tech start ups and venture capital investors on corporate governance matters and transactions, such as venture capital financings. I act as outside general counsel for our start-up clients, and provide advice and assistance on a variety of of topics, including intellectual property, equity Read More

Clients I've worked with: Athletic Greens | Go1 | Botkeeper | Fuse Venture Partners | Grow Care

Contact me Managing Associate, New York kwinshall@orrick.com +1 212 506 5008

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What inspires you about working with tech companies?

I love working with people who are passionate about what they're putting out into the world – our tech founders are the epitome of that. It's fun, exciting and inspiring to be surrounded by people who believe in the work they're doing and to constantly be learning about new industries, products and technologies from our innovative clients.
Tell us something we'd be surprised to know about you.

I am a certified yoga instructor and teach yoga classes in my free time.
What is your ideal weekend?

Spending time outside and with friends, seeing live music of any genre and practicing (or teaching) yoga.
If you could choose one superpower, what would it be?

"The Force" from Star Wars – the superpower of all superpowers!

Alexandra Wood

I advise tech and life sciences startup founders, high-growth companies, and investors from formation, operations and governance to financings, M&A, IPOs, and other key transactions. I focus on delivering strategic and practical guidance to help my clients navigate the distinct challenges and Read More

Clients I've worked with: Docker | GitLab | Carta | Streamlit | LTK

Contact me Partner, San Francisco awood@orrick.com +1 415 773 5585

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What inspires you about working with tech companies?

Tech companies redefine the boundaries of what's next, transforming our world. I'm inspired by the creative drive, sharp acumen and relentless optimism of founders. Being side-by-side with visionaries and guiding them through the legal intricacies from formation to exit is absolutely rewarding.
If you weren't a tech lawyer, what would you do?

Paragliding instructor
Tell us something we'd be surprised to know about you.

Prior to my tech law career, I managed international development programs with partnerships among government, NGOs and the private sector, including to increase contraceptive access in Yemen and Nicaragua, drive environmental policy for oil revenue in Timor Leste, and enhance healthcare in Cambodia.
What technology are you most excited to see develop?

More than one, but machine learning holds a special place for me. My parents did early research in the field, and it's astounding to see this concept I heard of as a kid evolve into tangible, everyday applications that are shaping the future of tech
What's your mantra?

Seek understanding, not just answers.

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