About Mark
Mark Medearis is a senior counsel at Cooley LLP, a law firm located in Palo Alto, California. He advises emerging growth and public companies on private financings, public offerings, strategic partnerships, and mergers and acquisitions. His clients include technology and media companies, and he has extensive experience working with venture capital firms and investment banks on their investments and offerings. Medearis has been practicing law for over 20 years, serving clients throughout the United States.
Medearis earned his Juris Doctor degree from Stanford Law School, where he graduated in 1995. Prior to law school, he completed his undergraduate education at Stanford University, receiving a Master of Science in Structural Engineering in 1991. He also holds a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from the University of Colorado Boulder, obtained in 1988. During his time at Stanford Law School, Medearis was involved in various student organizations and activities.
Medearis concentrates his practice in the areas of corporate law, focusing on private financings, public offerings, strategic partnerships, and mergers and acquisitions. He represents technology and media companies at various stages of their development, providing guidance on complex legal and business matters. His practice encompasses all stages of corporate transactions, including initial structuring, negotiation, due diligence, and post-transaction integration.
Throughout his career, Medearis has handled cases in various courts, including state and federal courts across the United States. He has represented clients in numerous jurisdictions, providing legal counsel on a wide range of corporate matters. Prior to joining Cooley LLP, he worked at other law firms, gaining experience in corporate law and building a diverse client base.
Medearis is an active member of the California State Bar Association and the American Bar Association. He holds membership in the Business Law Section of the American Bar Association. He is also involved in various community organizations and initiatives, supporting education and entrepreneurship. Medearis is fluent in English and has a working knowledge of Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse clientele effectively.
