Perkins Coie Bolsters Technology Transactions & Privacy Practice With Addition of Adam Shevell in San Francisco

SAN FRANCISCO (January 22, 2025) – Perkins Coie is pleased to announce that Adam Shevell has joined the firm’s Technology Transactions & Privacy practice as partner in San Francisco. Adam will further bolster the firm’s deep presence serving entrepreneurs and technology companies across Silicon Valley and beyond.

Adam advises technology companies through all stages of the startup lifecycle, including product launch, fundraising, strategic partnerships and exit transactions. He represents prominent venture capital firms as well as leading technology companies, such as Google, Pinterest, and Roblox.

“Adam intrinsically understands his clients’ challenges and is valued for helping them to scale their businesses and full growth potential,” said Andrew Grant, chair of Perkins Coie’s Technology Transactions & Privacy practice. “Adam’s entrepreneurial mindset and in-depth knowledge of emerging technologies will help us continue to expand our capabilities for clients across the Bay Area and nationally.”

A Chambers USA-recognized leading lawyer, Adam also counsels clients on product development, intellectual property matters, contracting, and complex licensing deals. His clients and experience span many cutting-edge industries, including artificial intelligence and machine learning, Web3 and blockchain, DeFi, AR and VR, digital media, autonomous mobility, e-gaming, fintech, digital health, cleantech, robotics, and other emerging sectors.

“I’m thrilled to join Perkins Coie. Its respected technology transactions team is built on exemplary service and looking over the horizon for clients,” said Adam. “Perkins Coie is a go-to firm for entrepreneurs and innovators. It’s an excellent fit for my clients and I’m looking forward to continuing the expansion of my practice with them.”

Adam joins Perkins Coie from Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati, where he co-led the technology transactions practice in San Francisco. He earned his Bachelor of Science from McGill University, his Master of Science from The London School of Economics and Political Science, and his Juris Doctor from the University of Toronto Faculty of Law.