Riley O’Brien is a corporate lawyer specializing in supporting emerging companies and venture capital funds in the technology and life sciences sectors. His career experience spans multiple jurisdictions, including Canada and Bermuda, and focuses on guiding businesses and entrepreneurs throughout the entire private company life cycle, from initial formation and governance to complex financing and strategic transactions. This work encompasses transactions ranging from angel and venture capital financing rounds, ensuring that companies secure the essential capital needed to scale while aligning with their strategic objectives, to buy-side and sell-side mergers and acquisitions. Mr. O’Brien also represents venture capital funds, growth equity, and strategic investors in a wide range of investment and secondary transactions.

Mr. O’Brien finds great satisfaction in solving complex problems and contributing to the success of innovative ventures. He is dedicated to ensuring that his clients receive strategic advice designed to foster their growth and success. Learn more about Mr. O’Brien’s practice and how he can support your startup on WilmerHaleLaunch.com.

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Prior to joining WilmerHale, Mr. O’Brien was a senior associate at a law firm in Bermuda and an associate at a law firm in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, where he focused his practice on representing emerging companies in a variety of corporate matters.

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