Business Details
Tech-Focused Legal Representation in Belmont
At My General Counsel Group, we bring over 35 years of specialized legal expertise to pre-public and smaller public technology companies, as well as their investors. Our founder, Mike Prozan, has built a career on delivering high-value legal solutions, drawing from experience as General Counsel at a publicly traded Silicon Valley company, a senior attorney at law firms of all sizes, a securities law expert at the SEC, and a former state and federal prosecutor. With an AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell since 1997, we prioritize direct access to senior legal counsel, reasonable rates, and tailored payment structures to support our clients' financial flexibility. Our transactional work spans incorporations, venture financings, mergers and acquisitions, and complex licensing agreements, while our litigation practice handles intellectual property disputes, securities fraud cases, and high-stakes commercial conflicts.We reject the traditional law firm leverage model, ensuring consistent, senior-level attention without unnecessary overhead costs. Our clients benefit from transparent billing practices, including negotiated payment schedules that align with their cash flow needs. Mike Prozan's thought leadership in corporate and securities law, featured in major publications and academic journals, underscores our commitment to staying at the forefront of legal innovation. We serve as a trusted extension of our clients' teams, combining deep technical knowledge with practical business judgment to navigate the unique challenges of the technology sector.
Services
Corporate Law
Licensing Agreements
Litigation Services
Mergers & Acquisitions
Venture Capital Financing
SEC Reporting
Strategic Alliances
Intellectual Property
Employment Matters
Stock Option Plans
Highlights and features
- We provide direct access to a senior attorney with 35+ years of tech law experience
- Our lean structure eliminates unnecessary overhead costs for clients
- We offer flexible payment schedules aligned with client cash flow needs
- Our founder holds the highest Martindale-Hubbell peer recognition rating
- We combine SEC regulatory expertise with practical business judgment
Associations and certifications
- Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent
Services
Corporate Law
We provide comprehensive corporate legal services for technology companies, including entity formation, governance, contracts, and compliance. Our practice covers day-to-day legal needs, strategic decision-making support, and regulatory requirements for pre-public and smaller public tech firms. Clients benefit from senior attorney involvement in all matters.
Mergers & Acquisitions
Our M&A practice handles acquisitions, divestitures, and corporate restructuring for technology companies. We manage transactions from due diligence through closing, with experience in deals ranging from $1 million software licenses to $11 million company acquisitions. Our representation includes both buyers and sellers in complex tech transactions.
Venture Capital Financing
We represent companies and investors in venture capital transactions, including seed rounds, Series A+ financings, and bridge funding. Our experience includes negotiating terms for $5 million venture investments and advising funds on portfolio company matters. We focus on protecting investor interests while maintaining company growth potential.
Litigation Services
Our litigation practice addresses commercial disputes, intellectual property claims, and securities law matters. We represent clients in court proceedings and alternative dispute resolution, with notable cases involving tech company acquisitions, software licensing disputes, and securities fraud allegations. Our approach emphasizes practical business solutions alongside legal strategy.
SEC Reporting
We assist public and pre-public technology companies with SEC filings, disclosure requirements, and regulatory compliance. Our services include preparing registration statements, periodic reports, and advising on corporate governance matters. We leverage founder Mike Prozan's SEC Division of Corporation Finance experience to deliver practical compliance solutions.
People
Mike Prozan
Founder
With over 35 years of legal experience, Mike Prozan has served as General Counsel to a public tech company, worked at law firms of all sizes, and held positions at the SEC and as a prosecutor. He has represented technology companies in complex transactions and litigation matters across Silicon Valley.
Questions
What technology sectors do you specialize in?
We focus on software companies, emerging tech firms, and technology-driven businesses across Silicon Valley and beyond.
Do you work with early-stage startups?
Yes, we represent pre-public companies from formation through venture financing and acquisition processes.
How are your legal fees structured?
We offer negotiated payment schedules and maintain transparent billing without junior associate markup.
What litigation experience do you have?
Our practice includes complex commercial litigation, intellectual property disputes, and securities law matters.
Can you handle cross-border transactions?
Yes, we've represented clients in international mergers and acquisitions involving global entities.
