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Christopher D. "Chris" Ivey

recognized lawyers icon Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2017
Awarded Practice Areas
Corporate Law
*Named the "Lawyer of the Year" in this practice area in the 2026 edition in Orange County.
Awarded Practice Areas
Corporate Law
*Named the "Lawyer of the Year" in this practice area in the 2026 edition in Orange County.
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Christopher D. "Chris" Ivey
Newport Beach, CA
Works at
Stradling Yocca Carlson & Rauth LLP

31 Best Lawyers awards

Biography

Christopher D. Ivey is co-chair of Stradling's corporate and securities law practice.

Having practiced corporate and securities law for 23 years, Mr. Ivey specializes in public and private mergers and acquisitions, transactional matters for emerging growth companies, venture capital financings, commercial finance,public offerings, private equity, corporate governance and regulation under the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).

He represents clients throughout their life cycle, from the early-stage through exit, assisting in transactions to facilitate growth and liquidity as well as general counseling. Mr. Ivey is highly regarded by his clients for his practical approach to the practice of law and business acumen.

Works at
Stradling Yocca Carlson & Rauth LLP

31 Best Lawyers awards

Locations

Education

  • University of San Diego, J.D., graduated 1994

Bar Admissions

  • California, United States

Client Testimonials

Awards & Focus

Lawyer of the Year Badge - 2026 - Corporate Law
Named "Lawyer of the Year" by Best Lawyers® for:
  • Corporate Law, Orange County (2026)
Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2026 for work in:
  • Corporate Law
Additional Areas of Practice:
  • CleanTech Law
  • Commercial Finance Law
  • Mergers and Acquisitions Law
  • Private Funds / Hedge Funds Law
  • Securities / Capital Markets Law
  • Securities Regulation
  • Securitization and Structured Finance Law
  • Venture Capital Law

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