Marc Ernaga
Attorney at Law
California
CA
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Marc also regularly advises his clients on a broad range of corporate matters, including corporate governance, equity incentive plans, employment matters and commercial transactions. In addition, he frequently counsels entrepreneurs on company formation,… read more equity structures and negotiations with investors.
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"I just acquired my first small business and chose Marc as my representative and guide throughout the process. I could not have made a better choice. I almost forwent having an attorney, believing I could get by without one but I'm glad to have had Marc in my corner on this. He was responsive, knowledgeable, clearly explained all our options and was personable to boot. There were obstacles that came up that I did not foresee, could not have anticipated and that Marc made my life MUCH easier on. I will be using his services again in the future."
"Marc was thorough and accommodated the companies timelines. It was extremely useful in our court case."
"Marc has handled everything from our corporate acquisitions and important commercial transactions, to routine NDAs and employment agreements. He has become a valued advisor to our company, as much for his practical business instincts, as his demonstrated legal prowess. Good humored and always on the ball, I have great confidence when I know that Marc is handling our important business matters."
"I have known and worked with Marc for over 10 years. His knowledge and experience in dealing with corporate transactions is of the highest caliber. In dealing with clients, he is skilled, conscientious and friendly. I have no hesitation recommending him for corporate transactions or any other general corporate matters."
Work History
Law Offices of Marc Ernaga
Sole Practicioner
May 2017 - Present
Practice focuses on venture and debt financings, mergers and acquisitions, corporate governance and strategic business counseling, including counseling on licensing and commercial agreements, equity incentive plans, employment matters and company formation, equity structures and negotiations with investors.
Wilson Sonsini
Counsel
Sep 2006 - Dec 2016
• Practice emphasized representing emerging and established companies in corporate transactions, including public and private offerings, venture capital financings, mergers and acquisitions and intellectual property transfers.
• Assisted clients with transaction structuring, negotiation and documentation, securities compliance, corporate governance, technology contracting and business planning.
Dorsey & Whitney
Associate
Feb 2003 - May 2006
• Provided general corporate advice to emerging growth companies and investors operating or investing in a wide variety of industries.
• Represented clients in mergers and acquisitions, public and private securities offerings, private equity and venture capital transactions, SEC reporting and corporate governance.
• Drafted and negotiated a variety of technology-related commercial contracts.
Brobeck, Phleger and Harrison
Associate
Sep 2000 - Feb 2003
• Represented primarily emerging growth and technology companies.
• Represented companies, venture capital firms and investment banks in corporate finance transactions (venture capital financings, public and private securities offerings and mergers and acquisitions).
• Advised both companies in areas of corporate governance, securities law compliance and general corporate matters.