Adams Corporate Law
About Adams Corporate Law
Adams Corporate Law is a leading law firm represented in the Best Lawyers® Awards by Jose Ortiz, acknowledged for work in Corporate Law, Mergers and Acquisitions Law, and Venture Capital Law.
The firm's tenure with Best Lawyers began in 2025. Recognition through the Purely Peer Review® process reflects how colleagues in their field view the quality of the lawyer’s work and the contribution they make within their practice area and region. It also speaks to the strength of the team at Adams Corporate Law.
These honors come directly from peer feedback, reflecting the strong regard other leading attorneys have for Adams Corporate Law's skill, advocacy, and commitment to clients.
Office Location:
- Westlake Village, California
Recognized Lawyer at Adams Corporate Law
Jose represents private companies at all stages of the corporate life cycle in buy- and sell-side mergers and acquisitions. His experience includes reverse/forward triangular mergers, equity purchases and asset sales. He also advises private companies and investors in financing transactions, such as sales of preferred or common stock, company interests, convertible notes and SAFEs. In addition, Jose counsels private companies on formation and general corporate matters. Jose provides ongoing g...
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