Planning to take your company public? Our San Diego-based attorneys specialize in IPOs, direct listings, SPAC mergers, and alternative paths to public markets for companies across Biotech, Defense, Technology.
Our managing partner provides selective ipo & going public law counsel to clients in San Diego and nationwide, including:
We engage selectively with capitalized founders and investors in San Diego and nationwide:
San Diego's M&A landscape is shaped by three powerhouse sectors: biotech and life sciences (Torrey Pines corridor), defense contracting (driven by the massive military presence), and craft consumer brands. The city produces more biotech companies per capita than almost any other market, creating a rich pipeline of acquisition targets from startups through clinical-stage companies.
San Diego's biotech deals require specialized due diligence on clinical pipelines, FDA regulatory status, and patent portfolios. Defense sector acquisitions involve CFIUS considerations and security clearance transfers that add complexity.
San Diego's quality of life, research universities (UCSD, Scripps Research), and proximity to the Mexican border create a unique talent and market access combination that supports sustained growth for acquired businesses.
California's prohibition on non-compete agreements applies statewide - San Diego acquirers must rely on trade secret protections, customer non-solicitation provisions (which are also limited), and economic incentives to retain key talent post-acquisition.
"Going public changes everything about how you operate. The reporting obligations, the insider trading rules, the proxy requirements. Companies that aren't prepared for life as a public company shouldn't be rushing to get there."
Banned entirely. Limited exception for sale of a business.
Mergers and asset acquisitions require filings with the California Secretary of State. The California Franchise Tax Board requires tax clearance certificates for dissolving entities. Bulk sales transactions require Notice to Creditors filings. Foreign entities must qualify with the Secretary of State before doing business in California.
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Your transaction details are under review. If there is alignment, we will be in touch.
Meanwhile, feel free to call us directly at (248) 266-2790
Common questions from San Diego clients
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Submit Transaction DetailsIn-depth guides to help you prepare for your transaction
State-by-state securities registration requirements and exemptions.
Read guideHow private companies can issue equity compensation under Rule 701.
Read guideFiling requirements for Regulation D offerings at the state level.
Read guideHow reverse mergers work and when they make sense as a path to going public.
Read guideRequirements for selling restricted and control securities.
Read guideOur managing partner provides selective ipo & going public law counsel for transactions nationwide. Submit your transaction details for a preliminary assessment.
Submit transaction details for review. We engage selectively with capitalized buyers and sellers.
Your transaction details are under review. If there is alignment, we will be in touch.
Meanwhile, feel free to call us directly at (248) 266-2790
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