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Corporate Partner Arman Pahlavan Joins Dorsey in Palo Alto
Pahlavan brings deep experience advising emerging companies and investors in Silicon Valley
Apr. 2, 2026 at 6:52pm
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Dorsey & Whitney LLP bolsters its Emerging Companies group with the addition of seasoned Silicon Valley attorney Arman Pahlavan.Palo Alto TodayArman Pahlavan has joined the international law firm Dorsey & Whitney LLP as a Partner in the Emerging Companies group in their Palo Alto office. Pahlavan is a seasoned Silicon Valley attorney with a robust network and experience advising emerging companies, venture capital funds, private equity firms, and public and private portfolio companies on corporate transactions, finance, and intellectual property matters.
Why it matters
Pahlavan's addition to Dorsey's Emerging Companies practice strengthens the firm's ties to the vibrant venture capital and private equity communities in the Bay Area. His expertise in advising startups and investors on high-stakes deals and litigation will be valuable to Dorsey's clients navigating the dynamic Silicon Valley ecosystem.
The details
At Dorsey, Pahlavan will focus his corporate practice on counseling emerging companies and their backers, including venture capital funds, private equity firms, and public and private portfolio companies. His deal work spans SPAC-related M&A, acquisitions with private equity and strategic buyers, corporate finance, and intellectual property transactions. Pahlavan also has deep experience in investment fund formation and advising clients on cross-border transactions and public market activity.
- Pahlavan joined Dorsey in April 2026.
The players
Arman Pahlavan
A leading Silicon Valley attorney who has joined Dorsey & Whitney LLP as a Partner in the Emerging Companies group in Palo Alto.
Dorsey & Whitney LLP
An international law firm that has welcomed Arman Pahlavan to its Emerging Companies practice in Palo Alto.
Kevin Maler
Dorsey's Emerging Companies/Venture Capital Practice Group Leader.
What they’re saying
“A seasoned Silicon Valley attorney with a robust network, Arman will deepen our ties with venture and private equity communities in the Bay Area. Arman's network, practice breadth, experience, and team building approach make him a strong fit for Dorsey. We are thrilled to welcome him to the team.”
— Kevin Maler, Dorsey's Emerging Companies/Venture Capital Practice Group Leader
“Dorsey's Emerging Companies practice leverages a national and international network to provide comprehensive business and legal counsel for every stage of business growth. I'm proud to join this elite group and look forward to championing our clients' success.”
— Arman Pahlavan
The takeaway
Arman Pahlavan's move to Dorsey & Whitney's Palo Alto office strengthens the firm's Emerging Companies practice and deepens its connections to the vibrant venture capital and private equity communities in Silicon Valley. His extensive experience advising startups, investors, and high-growth companies on complex corporate transactions will be valuable to Dorsey's clients navigating the dynamic tech ecosystem.
