Adam Forest
Tech Attorney
California
CA
About
Adam attended Stanford University and UCLA School of Law. He currently manages a small law firm focused on growing tech companies in Oakland, CA.
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"Adam is professional and transparent. He helped me make a big decision for my company moving forward. Highly recommended."
"Adam is not only a skilled negotiator and excellent lawyer, he is a trusted advisor with a knack for evaluating complex legal problems and providing cost-effective solutions. I strongly recommend Adam for those looking for a strong advocate and well-reasoned legal advice."
Work History
LendingHome
Head of Legal
May 2015 - Dec 2016
Founded the legal team of a leading marketplace lender. Managed the company's legal function during hyper-growth to over 250 employees, $1B lent, and over $100M in venture capital raised. Reported to the CEO and supported the company's numerous departments, including mortgage operations, P2P retail lending, servicing, human resources, business operations, capital markets, compliance, and finance.
Reed Smith
Associate
May 2017 - May 2015
Represented clients in financial services, education, IP and other disputes. Drafted and argued motions in approximately fifteen state and federal court jurisdictions across California. Litigated protracted discovery disputes, took and defended depositions, defended class certification, and engaged in arbitration.