Paul Ford
- San Francisco
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A firm believer in entrepreneurship for empowerment, Paul advises founders and investors as they build, finance, scale, and transition their businesses.
Paul Ford helps clients navigate the full company life cycle—from formation and early-stage strategy through funding, growth, and exit. He also counsels clients on a broad range of corporate transactions and matters, including corporate governance, equity and debt financings, day-to-day operations, strategic partnerships, restructurings and spin-outs, and complex corporate strategy.
Paul brings a practical, hands-on approach to high-stakes matters, helping clients evaluate opportunities, manage risk, and execute transactions that support long-term value creation.
Drawing on his commitment to entrepreneurship, Paul’s active pro bono practice includes counseling veterans and small businesses on their legal needs and supporting nonprofits on formation and operational matters.
Paul received his J.D. from the University of Pennsylvania Law School and is a proud alumnus of Florida A&M University (FAMU).
Education & Credentials
Education
- University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School, J.D., Associate Editor, Asian Law Review; Board Editor, Journal of Law & Innovation
- Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University, B.S., Business Administration, summa cum laude
- Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University, M.B.A., summa cum laude
Bar and Court Admissions
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California
Related Employment
- Perkins Coie LLP, San Francisco, CA, Summer Associate, 2017
- Temple University Office of University Counsel, Philadelphia, PA, Summer Associate, 2016
