Jamie Evans
- Seattle
Jamie advises issuers and underwriters on public and private offerings, with a focus on guiding technology companies through public market readiness, execution, and growth.
Jamie Evans has been recognized by Chambers USA as a leader in the capital markets space for his work on initial public offerings (IPO) and other significant equity and debt transactions. He has worked on some of the most high-profile and important capital raising transactions in the technology sector. He has led or co-led transactions totaling more than $40 billion in aggregate proceeds.
Clients turn to Jamie for practical advice on IPO readiness, public company governance, SEC reporting, and the legal and business considerations that come with public ownership. In addition to his capital markets practice, Jamie advises public and pre-IPO companies on M&A, securities law compliance, and related corporate governance matters. With a primary focus on corporate and securities law, he represents technology and life sciences companies in a wide range of strategic transactions and day-to-day corporate matters.
Jamie combines sophisticated transaction experience with practical, business-focused counsel. Prior to joining the firm, he advised clients on complex offerings and corporate events, with an emphasis on execution, regulatory compliance, and long-term growth.
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Education & Credentials
Education
- University of California, Berkeley, School of Law, J.D.
- Trinity College, B.A., Philosophy
Bar and Court Admissions
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Washington
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California
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District of Columbia
Related Employment
- Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP, Seattle, WA, Partner, 2023-2026
- Fenwick & West, Seattle, WA, Associate, 2008-2012; Partner 2013-2023
- Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati, Palo Alto, CA, Associate, 2006-2007
- Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP, New York, NY, Associate, 2002-2006
Professional Recognition
Recognized in Chambers, California and Western United States, Capital Markets: Debt & Equity, Recognized Practitioner, 2021-2025
Recognized in Chambers, California, Capital Markets: Debt & Equity, Notable Practitioner 2020, 2023
The Legal 500, United States, Capital Markets: Equity Offerings, Leading Lawyer, 2016-2020
Named among the top attorneys in the U.S. under the age of 40 by Law360, 2014
Impact
Professional Leadership
- Berkeley Technology Law Journal, Member
- Summit Law Group, Member, 2007-2008