Duane Morris Recruits Corporate Partner in San Francisco

Michael Lateef joins firm's corporate practice group

Mar. 16, 2026 at 2:49pm by Ben Kaplan

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Duane Morris has announced that Michael Lateef has joined the firm as a partner in its corporate practice group in San Francisco. Lateef's practice focuses on corporate financings, venture capital, tax, and mergers and acquisitions, working with startups, private and public companies on issues related to equity and financings, tax matters, executive compensation structuring, strategic ventures, acquisitions and management buyouts.

Why it matters

This move highlights Duane Morris' efforts to bolster its corporate capabilities in the San Francisco market, a key hub for startups and technology companies. Lateef's experience advising clients on a range of corporate transactions will be valuable as the firm aims to grow its presence in the region.

The details

Lateef previously served as a partner at Hanson Bridgett. In his new role at Duane Morris, he will work closely with startup and private and public companies on issues related to equity and financings, tax matters, executive compensation structuring, strategic ventures, acquisitions and management buyouts.

  • Lateef joined Duane Morris as a partner on March 16, 2026.

The players

Michael Lateef

A corporate partner who has joined Duane Morris' San Francisco office.

Duane Morris

A law firm that has recruited Michael Lateef as a partner in its corporate practice group.

Hanson Bridgett

The law firm where Michael Lateef previously served as a partner.

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The takeaway

Duane Morris' recruitment of Michael Lateef as a corporate partner in San Francisco underscores the firm's strategy to expand its presence and expertise in the region's thriving startup and technology ecosystem.