Practice Areas

AI Regulatory Compliance

Navigate emerging AI regulations with proactive compliance strategies. Counsel on compliance readiness, algorithmic transparency, and risk assessment.

• •Algorithmic transparency and explainability requirements
• •Model governance and documentation frameworks
• •Impact assessments and risk mitigation strategies
• •Regulatory engagement and correspondence
• •Ongoing monitoring of evolving AI regulations

Data Privacy & Protection

Data privacy counsel for AI systems handling sensitive information. GDPR, CCPA, and biometric data compliance for training and deployment.

• •GDPR/CCPA compliance for AI training data
• •Training data rights clearance and licensing
• •Biometric data regulations (BIPA, GDPR Article 9)
• •Privacy by design implementation
• •Data processing agreements and vendor management
• •Cross-border data transfer mechanisms

IP & Licensing

Protect and monetize AI innovations while managing third-party rights. Strategic counsel on AI-generated content, model training agreements, and open source compliance.

• •AI-generated content ownership and copyright analysis
• •Model training data agreements and licensing
• •Open source compliance (models, datasets, code)
• •Patent strategy for AI innovations
• •Trade secret protection for proprietary algorithms
• •License negotiations for commercial AI products

Product Liability & Risk Management

Mitigate legal risks from AI system outputs and decisions. Practical guidance on liability frameworks, terms of service, and insurance strategies.

• •Model output liability analysis and mitigation
• •Terms of service and acceptable use policies
• •User disclaimers and limitation of liability clauses
• •Product liability insurance strategies
• •Incident response planning
• •Content moderation and safety frameworks

Formation & Governance

Establish strong foundations with entity selection, governance documents, and equity structures. Board-level counsel on fiduciary duties and corporate governance best practices.

• •Entity selection and formation (C-Corp, LLC, Delaware vs. California)
• •Operating agreements and bylaws
• •Cap table structuring and management
• •Board composition and committee design
• •Equity incentive plan design (stock options, RSUs, phantom equity)
• •Corporate governance policies and procedures

Capital Formation

Navigate fundraising from angels through institutional rounds. Strategic counsel on deal structure, investor negotiations, and securities law compliance.

• •SAFE and convertible note financing
• •Priced equity rounds (Seed, Series A+)
• •Regulation D/Regulation CF/Regulation A+ compliance
• •Token SAFTs and hybrid instrument structuring
• •Investor documentation (subscription agreements, side letters)
• •Post-closing obligations and investor reporting

Commercial Transactions

Draft and negotiate commercial agreements that protect your interests and enable growth. Practical counsel on customer, vendor, and partnership agreements.

• •Customer and vendor agreements
• •Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) terms and conditions
• •Licensing agreements (inbound and outbound)
• •Strategic partnerships and joint ventures
• •Non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) and confidentiality terms
• •Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) and letters of intent

M&A & Strategic Transactions

Buy-side and sell-side counsel for mergers, acquisitions, and strategic transactions. Support from due diligence through closing and integration.

• •Buy-side and sell-side advisory
• •Due diligence coordination and analysis
• •Purchase agreement negotiation (asset vs. stock)
• •Representations and warranties insurance
• •Closing mechanics and escrow arrangements
• •Post-closing integration support

Services Offered

• •Pre-Litigation Strategy: Demand letters, settlement negotiations, and strategic analysis before formal proceedings. Efficient resolution while preserving business relationships.
• •Mediation & Settlement: Facilitated negotiation and mediation representation. Creative settlement structures addressing commercial realities and legal risks.
• •Arbitration: Representation in arbitration proceedings, including AAA, JAMS, and specialized arbitration forums.
• •Regulatory Investigations: Defense in regulatory investigations and enforcement actions by SEC, FinCEN, state regulators, and other agencies.
• •Litigation Coordination: Strategic oversight and coordination with specialized trial counsel for complex litigation matters.

Focus Areas

• •Crypto asset recovery and bankruptcy proceedings
• •Securities claims and regulatory enforcement matters
• •Commercial disputes involving emerging technologies
• •Founder and investor conflicts
• •Intellectual property disputes in tech sector
• •Contract disputes and breach of fiduciary duty claims