
Mintz, Levin, Cohn, Ferris, Glovsky and Popeo, P.C.‘s venture capital and emerging companies department distinguishes itself for its deep knowledge of the life sciences sector, assisting biotech and healthtech companies and their investors. The team regularly represents founders and a broad range of investors, including venture capital firms, family offices, hedge funds, and private equity sponsors. Co-leading the practice from New York, Daniel DeWolf, who is also chair of the technology industry group, regularly advises both high-growth companies and institutional investors, while Samuel Effron recently advised Cadurion Pharmaceuticals on its $260 million series B financing. Alexander Civetta contributes extensively to the practice and is considerably fluent in the software and biotech industries. Joshua Fox advises emerging companies on day-to-day operations, venture financings, and strategic exits.
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Accolades
Client satisfaction: Sector knowledge
Key clients
- CVS Health Ventures
- Cardurion Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
- Aviceda Therapeutics, Inc.
- Olio Health
- Jutiso, Inc. (dba Seven Starling)
- Syntis Bio, Inc.
- Brij, Inc.
- SYN Ventures
- UrbanXtracts Inc.
- 415 Capital Fund I GmbH & Co. KG
- TMRW Life Sciences
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Alexander Civetta
Practice head
Daniel DeWolf; Samuel Effron
Other key lawyers
Alexander Civetta; Joshua Fox; Ed Pease
