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L.A. TECH & MEDIA LAW FIRM – Intellectual Property & Technology Attorneys

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Los Angeles Corporate Attorney for Corporate Law, Tech M&A, Corporate Governance, and Growth Strategy

Corporate counsel for founders, investors, and operator-led teams building durable, scalable companies.

When you are raising capital, buying a business, selling a company, or tightening governance ahead of growth, the legal structure is not paperwork—it is risk allocation. As a Los Angeles Corporate Attorney focused on technology companies, we advise on Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A), corporate governance, and transaction-ready operations for software, hardware, and digital media businesses.

Tech Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)

We help clients evaluate and execute acquisitions, asset purchases, and strategic transactions where intellectual property, recurring revenue, data rights, and key personnel drive value. Our approach emphasizes clean diligence, practical deal terms, and post-close integration that protects the upside.

Full-Cycle M&A Legal Advisory

  • Target Evaluation & Due Diligence: Confirming IP ownership, licensing exposure, revenue quality, customer concentration, and operational risk.

  • Deal Structuring & Negotiation: Stock vs. asset structure, reps & warranties, indemnities, earn-outs, holdbacks, and risk-shifting terms.

  • Technology & IP Transfer: Assignments, licenses, open-source review, contractor/employee IP chains, and data rights.

  • Closing Execution: Cap table cleanup, consents, board approvals, disclosure schedules, and closing deliverables.

  • Post-Close Governance & Integration Support: Aligning leadership, updating governance, and preventing future disputes.

Corporate Governance & Entity Formation

Strong governance is how companies avoid founder fallouts, protect limited liability, and stay fundable. As a Los Angeles Corporate Attorney, we build the legal infrastructure that supports investment, disciplined decision-making, and long-term scalability.

Building a Fundable Corporate Foundation

We support corporations and LLCs through the full lifecycle: Formation → Operation → Financing → Expansion → Exit.

  • Entity Selection & Structuring: Delaware C-Corp formation, California qualification, LLC structuring, subsidiaries, and joint ventures.

  • Governance Documents: Bylaws, stockholder agreements, operating agreements, board consents, and equity mechanics.

  • Founder Alignment & Equity: vesting, IP assignment, roles, decision rights, and documentation that prevents future litigation.

  • Corporate Hygiene: cap table readiness, board/stockholder approvals, recordkeeping, and compliance discipline that investors expect.

Private Equity, Venture Capital, and Growth Transactions

Capital events create both opportunity and exposure. We advise on venture financings, strategic investments, and growth-stage restructurings with an emphasis on investor-grade documentation and practical negotiation that protects founder leverage.

Transaction Support for Investors and Operators

  • Financings: SAFEs, convertible notes, priced rounds, and related governance updates.

  • Strategic Partnerships: joint ventures, revenue-share deals, and commercial structures that preserve IP and margin.

  • Exit Planning: preparation for acquisition, diligence readiness, and reducing friction that erodes valuation.

Digital Asset and IP-Driven Valuation Considerations

Modern corporate value is often embedded in intangible assets—IP ownership, licensing rights, data rights, and platform economics. We help clients identify and document the assets that matter, reduce leakage, and present a cleaner story for investors or acquirers.

Practical Focus Areas

  • IP Ownership & Chain of Title: verifying assignments, contractor agreements, and licensing boundaries.

  • Commercial Terms that Protect Value: pricing, renewal terms, exclusivity, and termination rights that affect valuation.

  • Regulatory & Contract Risk: privacy/security obligations and customer contract exposure that impact deal terms.

Emphasizing Corporate Law Compliance

Understanding and adhering to Corporate Law is essential for long-term success, ensuring that businesses operate within legal frameworks to mitigate risks.

MERGERS AND ACQUISITIONS

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We Advise Investors On Technology Opportunities, Business Models,
And Intellectual Property Assets In Private Equity Markets.

With Strong Focus In Software And Hardware Industries, We Deploy A Data-Driven, Buy-And-Build Approach To Spot Value Where No One Else Can See.

 

The principles of Corporate Law guide our strategies in identifying lucrative investment opportunities.

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STRATEGY

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Target Identification

Due Diligence

Risk Assessment

Business Valuation

Revenue Growth

Product Differentiation

Synergy Capture

Deal Structuring

Financial Modeling

Exit Support

Top Technology Business Lawyer in Los Angeles

With extensive knowledge in Corporate Law, we are positioned to help businesses thrive in competitive markets.

Corporate law and governance provide protection and structure for company founders. As a corporate attorney in Los Angeles, we provide consultation to startups and growth-stage companies in the areas of corporation or limited liability company (LLC) formation and formalities. Proper corporate structuring is essential for startups seeking capital investments from angel investors, venture capitalists, or other institutional investments. If you are looking for a business lawyer in L.A., contact us for highly experienced corporate governance consultation for your venture.

Corporate Law plays a pivotal role in ensuring compliance and fostering growth for startups.

Due diligence in company and partnership formation can have profound impacts on the viability of company and limited liability for its shareholders. Consideration of company formation in any state requires consideration of several factors including the funding structure of the company, number of shareholders and their country of citizenship, previous agreements between co-founders, and asset and liability due diligence.

L.A. TECH & MEDIA LAW FIRM is a complete resource for corporations and limited liability companies in any stage of development.

Our business and corporate management legal services include counsel to our clients during all stages of the entity life-cycles: from formation, to operation, to expansion via merger or acquisition, and dissolution.

Our expertise in Corporate Law ensures that your business is well-structured and legally sound.

Core Services

  • Consultation on corporate and entity legal and financial structure
  • Entity formation: Corporations, S-corporations, LLCs, Partnerships, DBAs
  • Preparation of corporation Bylaws, Operating Agreements and Minutes
  • Draft and consult on agreements between and among shareholder or co-founders
  • Joint venture transactions
  • Commercial and business agreements between entities
  • Expertise in Corporate Law, ensuring compliance and strategic growth for your business.
  • Contact us to discuss strategic solutions for your Corporate Law needs and schedule a confidential consultation.

    To discuss strategic solutions to meet your corporate governance needs contact us to schedule a confidential consultation.

    “I knew I had found an excellent lawyer to handle my business formation needs. David is knowledgeable, personable and takes the time to explain everything in detail.”
    - Client: Restaurant Owner

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    L.A. TECH & MEDIA LAW FIRM
    12121 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 810, Los Angeles, CA 90025.

    Office: 310-751-0181
    Fax: 310-882-6518
    Email: info@latml.com

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    David and his team at L.A. Tech & Media Law were excellent to work with on our IP and contract matters. He took the time to understand our business, asked sharp questions, and delivered work that was thorough without being overcomplicated. Communication was clear and responsive throughout, and his guidance gave us real confidence that our agreements were structured correctly. Highly recommend for any business owner navigating tech, IP, or contract work.
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    Had an initial phone consultation. Fast response and professional. Attorney was well spoken, full of great questions+answers and great personality. Will recommend attorney David Sharifi!
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    David was great in helping us secure our trademark. The process was smooth from start to finish. Highly recommend!
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    David and the firm were great in helping with my trademark registrations. Highly recommended
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    David was great in advising us on our tech startup.
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    David, thank you for everything you did for me! You’re a down to earth guy and it was a pleasure working with you. Thanks again!
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    Excellent work on my trademark dispute, and trademark maintenance. Very personable staff and would recommend to anyone.
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    A well deserved 5 stars to this team from me. And I wouldn't hesitate to be a repeat customer, although I hope I won't have the need to use them again, lol. David was very astute in analyzing my case and jetting for the best solution. He earned my respect with that. And hats off to the team for their proficiency, that's why they come highly recommended from me.
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    I've trusted David and his team for 10 years, and they’ve consistently done an outstanding job. David has always gone above and beyond to protect my trademark rights. Even in cases that seemed uncertain, his team presented strong arguments and fought hard—ultimately securing successful outcomes. I truly appreciate their dedication and expertise.
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    I had the pleasure of working with David during a difficult legal matter and I couldn’t have asked for better representation! Thanks David for your timely communication, expertise, and professionalism.
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