Martin A. Schwertmann

Martin A. Schwertmann

Technology Law

5.0 (1 reviews)
Palo Alto, California
13+ years experience
Kirkland & Ellis LLP
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3330 Hillview Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94304
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Bio

Martin Schwertmann is an associate in the Technology & Intellectual Property Transactions Practice Group in the Bay Area office of Kirkland & Ellis LLP.Martin advises clients on the intellectual property and technology aspects of corporate transactions, including carve-outs, mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, private equity and venture capital investments, and restructuring and debt financing transactions. In addition to his transactional experience, Martin also advises clients on issues relating to data privacy (from a U.S. perspective and with respect to European privacy questions), the licensing of intellectual property, and other technology transactions. Martin Schwertmann is an associate in the Technology & Intellectual Property Transactions Practice Group in the Bay Area office of Kirkland & Ellis LLP. Martin advises clients on the intellectual property and technology aspects of corporate transactions, including carve-outs, mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, private equity and venture capital investments, and restructuring and debt financing transactions. In addition to his transactional experience, Martin also advises clients on issues relating to data privacy (from a U.S. perspective and with respect to European privacy questions), the licensing of intellectual property, and other technology transactions.

Local Legal Snapshot

Jurisdiction

California

State Capital

Sacramento

Highest Court

California Supreme Court

Bar Association

State Bar of California

Typical Consultation

$150-$300

Typical Hourly Range

$250-$450/hr

Fee Model Notes

Hourly or flat-fee billing is common.

Estimates vary by market, complexity, urgency, and attorney experience.

Practice Areas

Technology Law

Awards & Recognition

  • Recognized: Technology Law
  • Practice Area: Intellectual Property Law

Recognized in Ones to Watch since 2023

Education

  • University of Vienna School of Law, graduated 2012

Reviews

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Joshua Williams

3 months ago

Invaluable IP counsel for our Series B funding round

Our startup was navigating a complex Series B funding round with a major VC firm that included extensive due diligence on our core software platform and proprietary algorithms. Martin Schwertmann's guidance was nothing short of exceptional. He didn't just review contracts; he provided strategic counsel that protected our most valuable assets. His deep understanding of technology transactions, honed over 13 years, was immediately apparent. He anticipated issues we hadn't considered, particularly around IP representations and warranties, and crafted solutions that satisfied both our need for protection and the investors' requirements. His background in the Bay Area's tech ecosystem and his recognition in technology and intellectual property law were evident in every discussion. Martin was responsive, meticulous, and translated complex legal concepts into clear business implications. The deal closed smoothly, and we secured our funding with our IP portfolio robustly defended. For any tech company facing high-stakes agreements, Martin is the attorney you want in your corner.

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