Michael Glaser

Co-Chair, Emerging Companies & Venture Capital Practice at Morrison & Foerster LLP

Michael Glaser is a seasoned attorney specializing in representing startups across various industries such as consumer e-commerce, digital media, fintech, and digital health.

With a strong educational background holding a Juris Doctor from New York University School of Law and a BS achieved magna cum laude from the University at Albany, Michael brings a wealth of legal knowledge to his practice.

Having worked at prestigious law firms such as Morrison & Foerster LLP, Perkins Coie LLP, Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati, and having experience at Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson and Morgan Stanley, Michael has honed his expertise in venture capital transactions and business combinations.

Michael Glaser's client portfolio boasts collaboration with top-tier venture capital firms like Sequoia Capital, Greylock, and Andreessen Horowitz, as well as advising on business partnerships with tech giants including Amazon, Google, and Apple.

Admitted to practice in California, Michael Glaser is well-versed in navigating the legal complexities of startup formations, funding rounds, and successful exits, making him a sought-after legal advisor in the startup ecosystem.