Emerging Companies & Start-ups

Entrepreneurs and executives of emerging companies and start-ups face challenges associated with rapid industry innovation and international competition while managing limited resources.

Successfully navigating these challenges requires the support of knowledgeable, experienced and practical legal advisors. Farris lawyers provide assistance in managing corporate law compliance, licensing and protecting intellectual property, securing financing, and incentivizing and retaining founders and employees. We also advise on day-to-day business matters, including tax planning and mitigating operational risks.

As a full-service firm regularly involved in large and complex domestic and cross-border transactions, our clients receive top tier guidance and support through all stages of the growth cycle. Our clients include those in biotechnology, augmented reality, virtual reality, telecommunications, cleantech, blockchain, entertainment and media, software, hardware, information technology, internet of things and aerospace industries. The diversity of our practice groups also ensures that our clients, including the people and entities who invest in and acquire these companies, receive specialized advice for ancillary matters.

As a member of Lex Mundi, Farris is able to provide access to over 160+ leading international firms in 100+ countries to tackle complex global challenges faced by emerging companies and start-ups.