Law firm DLA Piper expands its Emerging Growth and Venture Capital practice by welcoming Kevin Milgram on board.
DLA Piper Strengthens Emerging Growth and Venture Capital Practice with Kevin Milgram
DLA Piper, a global law firm, has expanded its Emerging Growth and Venture Capital practice by welcoming Kevin Milgram as a partner in its Reston, Virginia office. This strategic hire underscores DLA Piper's commitment to bolstering its expertise in sectors such as defense technology, national security, IT, cybersecurity, AI, and government software [1].
Kevin Milgram brings a wealth of experience to DLA Piper, with a focus on the formation, financing, and M&A of emerging companies in his specialised fields. His industry knowledge is expected to be a significant benefit to the firm's clients [2].
Milgram's expertise extends beyond traditional venture capital, as he also advises veteran-led businesses and has strong relationships with leading venture capital and private equity firms. His background in national security is impressive, making him an asset to DLA Piper's clients seeking guidance in these areas [3].
The Emerging Growth and Venture Capital practice at DLA Piper currently comprises over 200 lawyers globally and has completed more than 1,800 financings, totaling over $50 billion, in the last three years [4]. Jeffrey Lehrer, the Chair of DLA Piper's Emerging Growth and Venture Capital practice, expressed his enthusiasm about Milgram's addition, stating that his experience and relationships will be beneficial to the firm's clients.
Antonio Calabrese, the Managing Partner of DLA Piper's Northern Virginia (Reston) office, also voiced his support for the hire, emphasising the strategic importance of Milgram's expertise in the region's thriving tech and defense industries [5].
This move by DLA Piper underscores its dedication to supporting innovative and high-growth companies in cutting-edge technology fields connected to government and defense markets [1]. While the exact focus on these areas in relation to Milgram's role was not explicitly detailed, his placement in the Emerging Growth and Venture Capital practice suggests DLA Piper is aiming to deepen its expertise and legal services related to startups and ventures in these advanced technology sectors.
[1] Law360 [2] The National Law Review [3] The Recorder [4] DLA Piper Press Release [5] Virginia Business
Sources:
- Law360
- The National Law Review
- The Recorder
- DLA Piper Press Release
- Virginia Business
In the expanded Emerging Growth and Venture Capital practice at DLA Piper, Kevin Milgram will leverage his expertise in private equity, venture capital, and finance to provide valuable guidance to clients, particularly those in the technology, defense technology, IT, cybersecurity, AI, and government software sectors. His long-standing relationships with leading venture capital and private equity firms will be beneficial in supporting innovative and high-growth companies in these advanced technology fields.
