Atty. Brooks Stough

Atty. Brooks Stough

Brooks Stough is a lawyer practicing financial markets and services, venture capital, private and public financings and 2 other areas of law. Brooks received a M.B.A. degree from Stanford Business School in 1980, and has been licensed for 46 years.

Redwood City Redwood City 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About Brooks Stough at a glance

Brooks Stough is a Partner based in Redwood City, California, practicing at Gunderson Dettmer Stough Villeneuve Franklin & Hachigian, LLP. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on business and m&a. Admitted to practice in California (1980). Educated at Stanford University (J.D., 1980) and Stanford Business School (M.B.A. Stanford, 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Redwood City, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Brooks Stough is a lawyer practicing financial markets and services, venture capital, private and public financings and 2 other areas of law
  • Brooks received a M.B.A. degree from Stanford Business School in 1980, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Brooks practices at Gunderson Dettmer Stough Villeneuve Franklin & Hachigian, LLP in Redwood City, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Brooks Stough's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Brooks Stough 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 Redwood City 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

Common questions about Brooks Stough

Where is Brooks Stough's law office located?
Brooks Stough's law practice is located in Redwood City, California. The firm is Gunderson Dettmer Stough Villeneuve Franklin & Hachigian, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Brooks Stough handle?
Brooks Stough focuses on business, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Brooks Stough practiced law?
Brooks Stough has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Brooks Stough go to law school?
Brooks Stough earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (M.B.A. Stanford, 1980).
How can I contact Brooks Stough for a consultation?
You can contact Brooks Stough directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Brooks Stough received?
Brooks Stough's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Stanford University
- 1980
M.B.A. Stanford
Stanford Business School
- 1980

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1980

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