Michael T. Avent
- Seattle
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Michael partners with high-growth companies, advancing business and legal outcomes in leading-edge industries.
Michael Avent serves as outside counsel to emerging growth technology and life sciences companies. He negotiates and closes debt and equity financings, mergers and acquisitions, commercial agreements, and general corporate matters. He also works closely with venture capitalists and corporate venture groups investing in high-growth companies.
Michael works with clients across a range of sectors and technologies, including artificial intelligence and machine learning, robotics, climate tech, blockchain, software-as-a-service, fintech, aerospace and defense, retail, and biotech.
Education & Credentials
Education
- Cornell Law School, J.D., cum laude, 2008
- Claremont McKenna College, B.A., Government; Psychology, 2004
Bar and Court Admissions
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Washington
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New York
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Massachusetts
Impact
Professional Leadership
- Washington Technology Industry Association, Board Member, 2021-present
Professional Experience
Experience
Hubly Inc.
Represented Hubly Inc. in its Series Seed preferred stock financing.
ZipStorm Series C Financing
Represented ZipStorm in its $115 million Series C financing, led by Tiger Global and Madrona Venture Group.
Highspot Series C Investment
Represented Highspot in its Series C Investment.
Highspot Series D Investment
Represented Highspot in its $60M Series D Financing.
Highspot, Inc. Series F Financing
Represented Highspot, Inc. in its $248 million Series F financing.
Cabana Series A Financing
Represented Cabana in its $10M Series A Financing.
Upbound, Inc. Series B Financing
Represented Upbound in its $52M Series B Financing.
AE HorizonX Ventures
Represented AE HorizonX Ventures in various investments.