Craig Schmitz

Craig Schmitz is a prominent lawyer and partner at Goodwin Procter LLP, a global law firm. He serves as the co-chair of the Technology group at Goodwin.12 With extensive experience in corporate law and business development, Schmitz specializes in representing emerging growth companies, particularly in the technology and life science sectors.1

Professional Background

Schmitz joined Goodwin in 2010 and has since established himself as a key figure in the firm's technology practice. Prior to this, he was a partner at Gunderson Dettmer's Silicon Valley office. Notably, he also served as Senior Vice President of Corporate Development and General Counsel at Ariba, Inc., a publicly traded enterprise software company.1

Areas of Expertise

His practice focuses on a wide range of transactions, including:

• Venture financings
• Mergers and acquisitions
• Joint ventures
• Initial public offerings (IPOs)

Schmitz works closely with venture capitalists, entrepreneurs, and underwriters, representing both private and public emerging growth companies.1

Education and Credentials

• JD from the University of California, Berkeley School of Law (1994)
• BA from the University of California, Berkeley (1991, high honors, Phi Beta Kappa)
• Admitted to the California Bar13

Recognition

Craig Schmitz has received several accolades for his work:

• Recognized by The Best Lawyers in America for Venture Capital Law (2022-2023)
• Named "Lawyer of the Year" by Best Lawyers for Venture Capital Law in San Francisco (2022)
• Consistently recognized as a national leader by The Legal 500 United States for his work on mergers, acquisitions, and buyouts for venture capital and emerging companies1

Current Position

As co-chair of Goodwin's Technology group, Schmitz is part of a global team of over 350 lawyers positioned at the intersection of new technology, investors, and emerging markets.2 He is based in the Silicon Valley office and can be reached at cschmitz@goodwinlaw.com or +1 650 752 3266.2