About
David Chen represents founders, investors, and growth-stage companies across the Bay Area. He has closed over $2B in M&A transactions and structured financings for some of Silicon Valley's most promising startups.
Hourly Rate
$550 - $750 / hour
Consultation
Complimentary initial strategy call
Practice Areas
- Corporate Law35%
- Mergers & Acquisitions23%
- Startups17%
- Contracts14%
- Venture Capital11%
Languages
Experience
12+ years
Managing Partner at Chen Corporate Law Group. Admitted to practice in California, 2013. Focus areas include Corporate Law, Mergers & Acquisitions, Startups.
Licenses & Bar Admissions
California
Bar #C-179190 · Admitted 2013
New York
Bar #NY-179321 · Admitted 2014
Schools & Education
Stanford Law School
Juris Doctor (J.D.) · 2013
UC Berkeley
B.S., Economics · 2009
Sample Legal Cases
Confidential Corporate Law Matter
2025
David represented the client in a complex corporate law matter, negotiating a favorable resolution that protected the client's long-term interests without the cost and exposure of trial.
Mergers & Acquisitions — Trial Verdict
2024
Lead counsel in a contested mergers & acquisitions case tried to verdict. Secured a result that exceeded the client's expectations after opposing counsel rejected pre-trial offers.
Startups Dispute Resolution
2023
Successfully moved for dismissal of meritless claims through targeted motion practice, sparing the client years of litigation and substantial expense.
Past results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Client details have been anonymized.
Reviews (96)
4.8
Based on 96 verified reviews
Alex P.
April 2026David helped us close our Series B in under 6 weeks. Sharp, responsive, and pragmatic.
Lin H.
February 2026We've used Chen Corporate for every major deal. Worth every dollar.
David Chen's Lawyer Endorsements
“David Chen has built a strong reputation in corporate law for good reason. Sharp legal analysis, responsive communication, and a real commitment to clients. I endorse David wholeheartedly.”
“I have worked alongside David on several matters and can speak to David's preparation, judgment, and integrity. If you need a corporate law attorney who will fight for you and tell you the truth, David Chen is an excellent choice.”
“David Chen has built a strong reputation in corporate law for good reason. Sharp legal analysis, responsive communication, and a real commitment to clients. I endorse David wholeheartedly.”
“I have worked alongside David on several matters and can speak to David's preparation, judgment, and integrity. If you need a corporate law attorney who will fight for you and tell you the truth, David Chen is an excellent choice.”
“David is the kind of corporate law lawyer young attorneys hope to emulate — fierce in the face of difficult opponents, empathetic with clients, and genuinely persuasive before a judge or jury. I highly recommend consulting with David.”
“David Chen has built a strong reputation in corporate law for good reason. Sharp legal analysis, responsive communication, and a real commitment to clients. I endorse David wholeheartedly.”
“I have worked alongside David on several matters and can speak to David's preparation, judgment, and integrity. If you need a corporate law attorney who will fight for you and tell you the truth, David Chen is an excellent choice.”
“David Chen has built a strong reputation in corporate law for good reason. Sharp legal analysis, responsive communication, and a real commitment to clients. I endorse David wholeheartedly.”
“I have worked alongside David on several matters and can speak to David's preparation, judgment, and integrity. If you need a corporate law attorney who will fight for you and tell you the truth, David Chen is an excellent choice.”
“David is the kind of corporate law lawyer young attorneys hope to emulate — fierce in the face of difficult opponents, empathetic with clients, and genuinely persuasive before a judge or jury. I highly recommend consulting with David.”
“David Chen has built a strong reputation in corporate law for good reason. Sharp legal analysis, responsive communication, and a real commitment to clients. I endorse David wholeheartedly.”
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