Tristan Snell

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Tristan Snell is the Founder and Managing Partner of MainStreet.law, a law firm he established in January 2021.1 With a background in law and entrepreneurship, Snell has built a career focused on serving innovative tech and media companies, particularly those that are founder- or family-led.1

Professional Experience

Prior to founding MainStreet.law, Snell held several notable positions:

CEO and Co-Founder of Snakt (October 2017 - January 2021)1
COO and Co-Founder of Snakt (June 2014 - October 2017)1
Assistant Attorney General at the New York State Attorney General's Office, where he led investigations and prosecutions, and received recognition for his work1
Law Clerk to Hon. Eric N. Vitaliano in the US Courts (September 2010 - September 2011)1
Associate at Nutter McClennen & Fish (October 2003 - March 2007)1

Education and Legal Credentials

Snell's educational background includes:

J.D. from the University of Virginia School of Law (2000-2003)1
A.B. in Politics, Magna Cum Laude, from Princeton University (1996-2000)1

He is admitted to practice law in both New York and Massachusetts.1

MainStreet.law

At MainStreet.law, Snell's mission is to provide high-quality legal services to tech and media companies, leveraging the latest technologies, including AI, to reduce costs.1 The firm handles a wide range of legal matters, including:

Corporate and transactional work
Fundraising
Contracts and terms of service
Intellectual property
Litigation

Snell's expertise spans various sectors within tech and media, from software and climate tech to life sciences, and from early-stage startups to public companies.1

Recent Activities

As of February 1, 2024, Snell has authored a book titled "Taking Down Trump: 12 Rules for Prosecuting Donald Trump" and has appeared on Morning Joe to discuss it.2

Tristan Snell's diverse experience in law, technology, and media, combined with his entrepreneurial spirit, positions him as a notable figure in the legal services industry for innovative companies.