Paul Rothstein

Co-Chair, Emerging Companies Practice at Nelson Mullins

Paul Rothstein is a prominent attorney and partner at Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP, a prestigious law firm. He currently serves as the co-chair of the firm's Emerging Companies practice.1 2

Professional Focus

Rothstein's practice primarily focuses on:

Representing emerging and growth stage companies in corporate and financing matters
Specializing in venture capital and mergers and acquisitions transactions
Working with companies in the technology, life sciences, financial, and healthcare industries2

He guides clients from their formation through exit stages and also represents venture capital firms and angel investors in their investments in technology companies.2

Experience and Recognition

Joined Nelson Mullins in 20121
Named co-chair of the Emerging Companies Practice in March 2022, alongside Joe Daniels1
Consistently ranked by IFLR1000 USA for mergers and acquisitions since 20182

Additional Roles

Serves as outside general counsel to clients, leading teams of Nelson Mullins attorneys
Provides day-to-day legal and strategic advice on issues including intellectual property, software licensing, SaaS, data security, and privacy2
Member of the Recruiting and Selection Committee for Venture Atlanta, the Southeast's largest venture capital conference
Served as the 2021 Chair for Venture Atlanta2

Paul Rothstein's expertise and leadership have contributed to Nelson Mullins' recognition in various rankings, including PitchBook Data's Global League Tables and Chambers and Partners.3 4