What areas of law does Edward J. "Ed" Wes practice?

Edward J. "Ed" Wes focuses on Business, M&A, and Securities.

Where is Edward J. "Ed" Wes located?

Edward J. "Ed" Wes primarily serves clients in Palo Alto, California, with an office at 3150 Porter Drive.

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Palo Alto, CA

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Edward J. "Ed" Wes is an attorney based in Palo Alto, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on Business, M&A, and Securities.

Based in: Palo Alto, CALIFORNIA
Experience: attorney
Known for: Business · M&A · Securities

Handles Business, M&A, and Securities matters from Palo Alto, CALIFORNIA.
Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Technology Law (San Jose) (2017).

Areas of practice

Practice focus

Edward J. "Ed" Wes represents clients in Palo Alto, California across the following areas of law. Each area links to other verified attorneys with the same focus.

Biography

About Edward J. "Ed" Wes

Ed Wes is a partner in the firm's Business practice, who focuses his practice
on emerging growth companies.

Ed's practice includes capital formation
(including private financings of debt and equity securities, as well as public
offerings), mergers and acquisitions and business transactions including joint
ventures and technology transfer transactions. In his position as general
counsel for many of his clients Ed also oversees the work of litigation and IP
law specialists.

Ed particularly values his relationships with many
long-term clients, including clients he has represented spanning his entire
career.

Credentials

Education

University of California Berkeley
— · 1977
University of California Berkeley
J.D. · 1977

Jurisdictions

Bar admissions

California, The Stat
ACTIVE

Recognition

Awards & honors

Lawyer of the Year — Technology Law (San Jose)
2017
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Securities / Capital Markets Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Governance Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Information Technology Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Technology Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Venture Capital Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Compliance
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Governance
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mergers & Acquisitions
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Private Equity
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Transactions
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Venture Capital
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Listed in Chambers USA, "America's Leading Business Lawyers," 2009 - 2010
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Listed in San Francisco's Best Lawyers, 2009; Recognized, 2011
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Peer Review Rated AV in Martindale-Hubbell
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Listed in San Francisco Magazine, "Super Lawyers of Northern California," 2005 - 2006, 2011 - present
2026

Locations

Office locations

Main office

3150 Porter Drive

Palo Alto, California 94304-1212

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What areas of law does Edward J. "Ed" Wes practice?
Edward J. "Ed" Wes focuses on Business, M&A, and Securities.
Where is Edward J. "Ed" Wes located?
Edward J. "Ed" Wes primarily serves clients in Palo Alto, California, with an office at 3150 Porter Drive.
Is Edward J. "Ed" Wes a verified attorney?
Edward J. "Ed" Wes's profile is listed but has not yet been claimed by the attorney. Verification status is pending.
How can I schedule a consultation with Edward J. "Ed" Wes?
You can book a consultation through LawyersListed directly from this page. Initial outreach can also be made by phone at 650-838-4300.