In a notable move within the legal industry, Davis Wright Tremaine has announced the addition of Jerry Ku as a corporate partner in its San Francisco office. Ku, who transitions from his previous role at Gunderson Dettmer, brings with him extensive experience in representing early-stage and private companies. His practice areas include debt and equity financings, mergers and acquisitions, commercial contract negotiations, and general legal matters.
The firm noted that Ku’s expertise spans across various high-growth sectors, such as artificial intelligence, energy and mobility, semiconductor, and software-as-a-service (SaaS). Beyond his corporate clientele, Ku has a strong track record of working with prominent venture capital and private equity firms.
This strategic hire is anticipated to bolster Davis Wright Tremaine’s service capabilities in the competitive San Francisco market. For further details, you can read the original announcement here. For additional context on the announcement, see Bloomberg Law’s coverage here.