Matt Oshinsky
Partner, Co-Practice Head, Emerging Companies & Venture Capital
Palo Alto | Los Angeles
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Overview
Introduction
With more than 25 years working with startups, Matt guides companies from formation to initial public offering and beyond.
Matt Oshinsky leads emerging growth companies through the most critical legal and business events in their life cycle and develops proactive strategies to maximize shareholder value. He also works with a range of venture capital investors and has extensive experience representing leading technology companies in mergers, acquisitions, and strategic investments.
The Legal 500 United States has recognized Matt for his work in counseling emerging companies and venture capital firms.
Education & credentials
- The University of Chicago Law School, J.D., 1998
- Yale University, B.A., History, 1992
- California
- DLA Piper, Partner, 2012-2018
- Reed Smith LLP, Partner, 2011-2012
- Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP, Attorney, 2004-2011
- Venture Law Group, Attorney, 1998-2004
- U.S. Agency for International Development, Special Assistant to the Administrator, 1993-1995
- The White House, Presidential Personnel Office, 1993
Professional recognition
Ranked in Chambers USA "America’s Leading Lawyers" for Venture Capital, 2024-2026
Recognized in Legal 500 United States
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December 24, 2025
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December 03, 2025
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August 14, 2025
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News Perkins Coie Ranks Among Top Law Firms in 2025 Chambers USA
June 05, 2025
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