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Scale LLP
Scale LLP
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Strategic Counsel
For The Real World
Legal guidance from experience earned in boardrooms, courtrooms, and government
Services
Practical counsel across the business lifecycle — from complex transactions and regulatory matters to disputes, investigations, and IP protection.
Meet The Team
A national team of proven experts that bring business, litigation, and regulatory expertise.
Brian Detwiler
Practice Group Leader
Brian Elliott
Practice Group Leader
Adam Forest
Founding Partner
Robert S. “Bob” Gans
Practice Group Leader
Charles R. “Chuck” Kraus
Practice Group Leader
David Reidy
Managing Partner
Kristen Smith-Dayley
Practice Group Leader
Jamie Wells
Practice Group Leader
Counsel Made for
Evolving Industries
As industries transform at unprecedented speed, business leaders need counsel that can see around corners. We anticipate challenges, capture opportunities, and stay ahead of shifting markets.
Why Clients Choose Scale
“Now, I feel like I’ve won the lottery — independence plus a national team.”
“My advice? Bet on yourself. You’ll be surprised how happy you are when you do.”
“At Scale, I don’t wait for someone to promote me. If I want a raise, I give myself a raise.”
“It was powerful to realize I had helped lead the biggest transactions of ten different companies in just one year at Scale.”
“Scale supported us from the earliest stages during YC and through becoming a proper Series A company.”
“Scale meets clients where they are with modern tech and a Silicon Valley approach to growth, timeliness, execution, and the general practice of law.”
“As Sundae’s outside general counsel, Scale provides operational and product advice with a business savvy I have not experienced with any other law firm.”
“Our commitment to our creators drives everything we do, and it is what led us to partner with Scale to help meet the evolving needs of our customers.”
“Over the past year, we’ve had a number of high-stakes opportunities arise, and Scale’s legal team has been endlessly flexible and responsive in helping us meet each of these opportunities head-on.”
“We’re committed to bringing Alinea’s mission to fruition, and grateful to have Scale guiding us on building, financing and scaling for growth. They are truly a startup’s best friend.”
“Scale is a vital extension of my leadership team and I absolutely love working with them.”
“Honest, reliable, trustworthy and defenders of justice. Will use them time and time again!”
Real-World Insight, Practical Results
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of our attorneys have 15+ years of experience
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of our attorneys have experience as In-house GCs
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