As an experienced business attorney with law firm, in-house and solo practice experience, I am uniquely suited to provide the type of business minded legal advice that helps companies thrive. I strive to reach that perfect balance between limiting risk and facilitating progress.
Mr. Leventhal has more than twelve years of experience assisting corporate clients with a variety of legal and business issues. He has held in-house positions with four different companies, the most recent of which was General Counsel of WashingtonVC, LLC, a private equity firm that incubates early stage technology companies through active management and the exchange of technologies and services. During Mr. Leventhal’s tenure at WashingtonVC, he was responsible for managing the company’s legal affairs, including negotiating and structuring investments. He also played a key role in business development and operational management for both WashingtonVC and its portfolio companies. Mr. Leventhal joined the company at its inception in 2006 and was instrumental to its growth. He continues to represent WashingtonVC as outside counsel.
Prior to joining WashingtonVC, Mr. Leventhal managed a successful solo practice which he resumed since leaving the exclusive employ of WashingtonVC in June of 2009. He originally started his solo practice after leaving Teligent, Inc., a public telecommunications company, where he served as Senior Counsel for six years. Brian’s extensive business law experience includes complex commercial transactions, international joint ventures, mergers and acquisitions, and corporate governance. Brian received his J.D. with honors from Washington College of Law at The American University, and his B.A, from the University of Pennsylvania. He is a member of the Maryland Bar and the District of Columbia Bar.
Private Equity: All phases of the private equity lifecycle, including formation of startup companies, deal structuring, equity and debt fundraising, strategic partner agreements, and mergers and acquisitions.
Commercial Transactions: General commercial transactions, including those related to technology and telecommunications, domain names, software licensing and maintenance, outsourcing, consulting and other general services, Web development, equipment and network infrastructure, and various other vendor, supplier, partner and customer relationships.
Corporate Governance: Corporate governance matters, including entity selection, business formation and capital structuring, corporate policies and procedures, and confidentiality and proprietary information agreements.
Outsourced General Counsel Services: General legal advice and representation to companies in need of regular legal assistance with respect to virtually any aspect of their business, including operations, sales, marketing, IT, human resources, and disputes involving customers, vendors, suppliers and partners.
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