Atty. Jonathan B. Ko

Atty. Jonathan B. Ko

Jonathan Ko is a partner in the Securities and Capital Markets practice and is based in the Los Angeles office. Mr.

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About Jonathan B. Ko at a glance

Jonathan B. Ko is a business and m&a attorney based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Paul Hastings LLP. Educated at Loyola Marymount University (J.D., 1998). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Jonathan Ko is a partner in the Securities and Capital Markets practice and is based in the Los Angeles office
  • Mr. Ko represents private and public companies, investment banks, private equity firms and other institutional investors in a wide range of capital market transactions across various industries, including financial services, gaming, hospitality, real estate, retail and technology
  • These transactions include initial public offerings, follow on and secondary offerings, and public and private offerings of high-yield debt, investment grade debt and equity securities
  • He has handled the financing and securities law aspects of mergers and acquisitions transactions
  • In addition, Mr. Ko counsels clients on SEC reporting and compliance obligations as well as other corporate and securities law matters
  • He also has extensive experience in liability management transactions and out-of-court restructurings, advising clients on debt tender and exchange offers and consent solicitations

Practice Areas Explained

Jonathan B. Ko's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jonathan B. Ko handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Los Angeles are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

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Where is Jonathan B. Ko's law office located?
Jonathan B. Ko's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. The firm is Paul Hastings LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jonathan B. Ko handle?
Jonathan B. Ko focuses on business, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
Where did Jonathan B. Ko go to law school?
Jonathan B. Ko earned their education at (J.D., 1998).
How can I contact Jonathan B. Ko for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Jonathan B. Ko received?
Jonathan B. Ko's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law; Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Securities / Capital Markets Law.

Education

J.D.
Loyola Marymount University
- 1998

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Securities / Capital Markets Law
- 2026

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