About Louis
Louis Lehot is a partner at Foley & Lardner LLP, where he practices in the firm's Silicon Valley, San Francisco, and Los Angeles offices. His legal focus is on corporate, securities, and M&A law. Lehot advises clients that includes both public and emerging private companies, as well as their venture capital and private equity investors. His work spans the entire lifecycle of a company—from formation to liquidity events. This comprehensive approach allows him to provide strategic guidance on mergers, acquisitions, dispositions, spin-offs, strategic investments, and joint ventures. Before joining Foley & Lardner, Louis founded L2 Counsel, a boutique law firm situated in Silicon Valley.
His leadership experience includes serving as co-managing partner and co-chair of the emerging growth and venture capital practice at a global law firm based in Silicon Valley. This role provided him with invaluable insights into the challenges and opportunities faced by startups and growth-stage companies. Over his 20-year legal career, he has gained substantial experience in major financial centers such as New York, London, and Paris, as well as in Silicon Valley. His expertise particularly focuses on technology, health care, clean energy, and other innovative industries. Louis's legal acumen is recognized. He has been recognized by Chambers USA as a leading lawyer in the fields of Venture Capital and Startups and Emerging Growth Companies.
Clients consistently commend his ability to blend legal advice with practical business insights. This dual expertise enables him to navigate complex legal fields while also providing clients with sound business strategies. His strong understanding of the legal aspects of investing further enhances his reputation as a trusted advisor in the industry. In 2024, Louis was appointed to the NACD Northern California Leadership Council. This council consists of key advisors and partners of the National Association of Corporate Directors, all dedicated to shaping the future of corporate governance within Northern California's board director community. His involvement in this prestigious group shows his commitment to advancing best practices in corporate governance and his influence in the legal and business communities.
Fluency in both English and French allows Louis to communicate effectively with a broader range of clients and stakeholders. He is admitted to practice law in California and New York, which enables him to serve clients across multiple jurisdictions. With a career marked by significant achievements and a dedication to his clients, Louis Lehot continues to be a prominent figure in corporate law, particularly in the realms of venture capital and emerging growth companies.
