John Bautista,

a partner in Orrick’s Silicon Valley and San Francisco offices, is head of the Technology Companies Group.

Mr. Bautista focuses his practice on advising emerging companies and investors, and represents both public and private high-tech companies in many areas, including corporate and securities law, venture capital financings, mergers and acquisitions, public offerings, public company representation, and technology licensing.

Prior to joining Orrick, Mr. Bautista was co-founder of Venture Law Group and served on the Executive Committee. Mr. Bautista previously practiced at Wilson, Sonsini, Goodrich & Rosati.