Morrison Foerster, with its ‘very deep bench strength of partners and associates’, supports emerging growth companies from initial financing rounds to exit strategies. Co-leading the practice from San Francisco, Murray Indick brings a wealth of experience in corporate law and investment funds, serving a diverse client base from entrepreneurs to later-stage companies. Michael Glaser, another San Francisco-based practice leader, specializes in guiding start-ups through venture capital transactions and M&A exits. In San Diego, Steve Rowles heads up the corporate practice, with Jim Krenn focusing on venture capital financings and M&A. Timothy Harris, based in Palo Alto, brings expertise in corporate and securities issues to the table.

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‘Very deep bench strength of partners and associates. Collaboration of teams in complex situations.’
‘I've been able to rely on Matthew Ferry's knowledge and deal-making skills during contract negotiations.’
‘Alfredo Silva as our point person brings on a team that has deep industry expertise on the IP and regulatory side and works collaboratively with his partners to get outcomes. Across the board he stands out as our top-performing firm and advisor.’
‘Alfredo Silva is responsive and attentive, commercial, creative, catches errors like nobody else, and is highly ethical and principled.’
‘The MoFo team have the ability to "think" like investors and lawyers at the same time - directing us to the key points we should focus on.’
‘Murray Indick is a stellar lawyer with the perfect blend of experience in investing and law to be able to guide us in both deal structuring, fund formation, and negotiations. I trust he will look out not only for the current problems but future potential problems.’
‘Timothy Harris and his team are the best I've ever worked with in my career: they are highly reliable, thoughtful, professionals and highly collaborative.’
‘Timothy Harris, is by far, the most thoughtful and competent attorney I've ever worked with.’