Palo Alto (Silicon Valley)
Silicon Valley thrives on innovation, and businesses here need legal counsel who understand its fast-moving landscape. Our Silicon Valley business lawyers in Palo Alto provide strategic counsel to startups, investors, and global corporations, collaborating with them to navigate complex transactions, intellectual property matters, and corporate growth with confidence.
Trusted Silicon Valley attorneys for business & corporate law
Who We Are
DLA Piper's roots in Silicon Valley date back to the 1960s, when a handful of lawyers came together to found Ware & Freidenrich in Silicon Valley. Today, our law firm expands beyond Palo Alto and Northern California. DLA Piper harnesses the resources of a global, integrated platform for our clients, whether small startups seeking a first foothold overseas or large multinational corporations spreading across continents.DLA Piper is committed to excellence, integrity, and innovation in the legal industry. We prioritize collaboration and a client-focused approach to delivering top-tier legal solutions worldwide. Our focus is to help clients succeed by providing strategic counsel backed by deep industry knowledge and global reach.
With a strong emphasis on social responsibility, DLA Piper actively supports pro bono work and sustainability initiatives. They strive to make a positive impact not just in the legal field, but also in the communities they serve.
Key contacts
Office managing partner
Deputy office managing partner
Co-managing partners, Northern California
How to find our Palo Alto law firm
By Car:
From US Route 101 (Bayshore Freeway): Take the Oregon Expressway exit and head west. Continue onto Page Mill Road, then turn left onto Hanover Street. Our office will be on your right.
From Interstate 280: Take the Page Mill Road exit and head east. Turn right onto Hanover Street. Our office will be on your right.
By Public Transportation:
Bus: The VTA bus line 89 has stops near our office. The nearest bus stops are "3251 Hanover & Curve" and "3251 Hanover St," both approximately a 1-minute walk away.
Train: The Caltrain stations closest to our office are San Antonio and Palo Alto. From these stations, you can take a bus or taxi to reach our location.