Boston

Gesmer Updegrove LLP is a premier Boston-based law firm dedicated to serving technology companies and emerging businesses. We provide more than just legal counsel—we act as strategic partners, offering expert business advice and value-added support to help our clients grow, secure financing, and protect their intellectual property. With nearly 80% of our clients in the tech sector, we bring deep industry expertise, having worked with thousands of startups and facilitated over $3.5 billion in venture capital investments. Our firm’s experience extends across key areas such as venture financing, mergers and acquisitions, technology transactions, and data privacy.

Unlike larger firms where associates outnumber partners, our model ensures that clients receive direct, seasoned counsel—two partners for every associate—resulting in efficient, pragmatic legal solutions. Our attorneys come from top law firms and leading in-house roles, providing sophisticated guidance on critical business and legal challenges. We have advised companies from startup to exit, helping them navigate financing rounds, complex transactions, and regulatory hurdles with clarity and confidence.

Beyond legal services, we are committed to supporting our clients’ overall success. We introduce businesses to investors, review business strategies, and connect them with trusted professionals in finance, accounting, and other key areas. Whether assisting with a high-stakes transaction or offering long-term strategic guidance, we are dedicated to being a trusted advisor at every stage of our clients’ journeys.

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