Cyrus E. Ansari
- Seattle
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As trusted legal counsel, Cyrus helps technology companies advance the digital revolution—from cloud computing and gaming to artificial intelligence (AI) and blockchain.
Cyrus Ansari has more than a decade of experience representing companies in a wide range of transactions and solving clients’ licensing, intellectual property (IP), and regulatory compliance needs. He advises clients on ways to commercialize and protect their IP and data and assists with navigating regulatory waters—from rules on consumer protection and supply chains to gambling and privacy.
Cyrus’s clients include emerging companies and leading enterprises that offer consumer and business-to-business (B2B) products and services, including cloud computing and AI, software as a service (SaaS), digital media and interactive entertainment, and blockchain and fintech. While his practice focuses on these sectors, he also frequently advises clients across diverse industries on complex transactions and legal matters.
Additionally, Cyrus has worked with both startups and global enterprises, including Fortune 100 companies. He helps clients close strategic deals and navigate product development in ways that drive innovation and manage legal risk.
Areas of focus
Industries
Services
Education & Credentials
Education
- New York University School of Law, J.D., Articles Editor, Environmental Law Journal, 2013
- University of Washington, B.A., International Studies, 2009
Bar and Court Admissions
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Washington
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New York
Related Employment
- Davis Wright Tremaine LLP, Seattle, WA, Associate, 2017-2021
- Sidley Austin LLP, New York, NY, Associate, 2013-2017
Professional Recognition
Recognized by Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch for Technology Law; Commercial Litigation; Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants, 2022-2025
Impact
Professional Leadership
- Washington State Bar Association, Corporate Counsel Section, Member
