Stradling Yocca Carlson & Rauth

Valued for the ‘quality of its people and its depth of knowledge’, Stradling Yocca Carlson & Rauth’s venture capital and emerging companies practice stands as a key pillar of the firm. The group is well versed in advising entrepreneurs, high-growth companies, and venture capital funds on financings and investment transactions, with a focus on the technology, life sciences, fintech, and consumer products sectors. In Westlake Village, department co-head Ryan Azlein contributes experience in supporting founders throughout the entire start-up lifecycle; he also provides ongoing advice to various venture capital funds. In Newport Beach, fellow co-head Mark Skaist acts for both start-ups and investors, while Pace McCaskill specializes in representing companies.