Corporate/Business Law

KO client Pluto Bio, the leading AI-powered platform for computational biology, recently raised $3.6 million in new funding to accelerate growth and scale adoption of its enterprise-grade platform among global pharma companies. According to the announcement, the round includes participation from new investor Kickstart, alongside existing investor Silverton Partners and…

On March 26, 2025, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) issued an interim final rule exempting U.S. companies and U.S. persons from the requirement to report beneficial ownership information (BOI) under the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA). This revision narrows the definition of “reporting company” to include only entities formed under…

For life sciences startups, many groundbreaking innovations start in university labs. But transforming that research into real-world impact requires navigating the often-complex process of university technology licensing. At Boulder Startup Week 2025, KO partner Brad Schoenfeld joined the University of Colorado’s Annalissa Philbin to share practical guidance from both the…

KO client San Francisco-based Fort Point Beer Company recently announced that it has merged with Sonoma County’s Henhouse Brewing Company. This merger brings together two of the biggest names in craft beer in the San Francisco Bay Area. KO partner Jon Taylor and attorney Elizabeth Ho led the team that…

KO Law attorney Robert Donald recently co-hosted a webinar with revenue operations firm Domestique that explored the frequent misalignment between sales and legal teams, its impact on deal velocity, and practical strategies to improve cross-functional collaboration and streamline contract negotiations. Check out the recap and the full webinar recording below.…

The life sciences and pharmaceutical industries are experiencing significant transformation, driven by digital advancements and scientific innovations. Emerging companies face the challenge of rapidly bringing new products to market, often relying on partnerships that necessitate the swift execution of numerous contracts. Managing this influx can overwhelm in-house legal teams, diverting…

KO client Whitecap Biosciences, which is developing two innovative therapies for potential use in glaucoma and geographic atrophy, was recently acquired by Bausch + Lomb, a leading global eye health company to strengthen its expanding clinical stage pipeline. “Glaucoma and geographic atrophy can cause severe vision loss, with many patients…

KO Law, a results-focused corporate and commercial law firm, is proud to announce that Jennifer Rosenthal has been promoted to Managing Partner, effective January 1, 2025. This appointment marks a significant milestone in Jennifer’s distinguished career, highlights her leadership at the firm, and underscores KO Law’s commitment to cultivating outstanding…