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Firm News 44 results

Firm News | 1 min read | 06.10.26

Crowell & Moring Represents Arkaea Media Group in Acquisition of Decoding Bio

June 10, 2026: A Crowell & Moring team represented Arkaea Media Group, a B2B media company covering the defense, space, and nuclear energy sectors, in its acquisition of Decoding Bio, a research and events company focused on the intersection of AI and biotechnology. Decoding Bio publishes a research newsletter with more than 10,000 subscribers and hosts the annual AI x Bio Summit.
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Firm News | 7 min read | 06.04.26

Crowell & Moring Secures Top Rankings in Chambers USA 2026

Washington – June 4, 2026: Crowell & Moring earned 92 individual rankings for 81 attorneys, as well as 48 national and statewide practice area rankings, in the Chambers USA 2026 guide. The Chambers guide ranks the country’s top law firms and lawyers through in-depth research, client interviews, and feedback from attorneys at peer firms. 
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Firm News | 1 min read | 03.09.26

Crowell & Moring Ranked a Top Firm for Venture Capital Transactions in PitchBook’s 2025 Global League Tables

March 9, 2026: Crowell & Moring has been ranked in PitchBook’s 2025 annual Global League Tables among the top law firms for venture capital transactions. These rankings showcase the leading firms in venture capital based on a variety of criteria, including geography, transaction type, and sectors.
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Client Alerts 10 results

Client Alert | 6 min read | 05.08.26

Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) 101: Following Re-Authorization, What Contractors (and Their Investors) Need to Know

On April 13, 2026, President Trump signed into law the Small Business Innovation and Economic Security Act, which reauthorized the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs.  These programs are Small Business Administration-sponsored initiatives intended to encourage small business contractors to conduct early-stage research and development (R&D) and help foster technological innovation related to U.S. government needs across several federal agencies, including the Department of War, Department of Energy, National Aeronautics and Space Administration, and National Institutes of Health.  SBIR/STTR are sometimes referred to as “America’s Seed Fund.”  Consistent with that characterization, SBIR contractors performing in the defense and technology space are often the focus of venture capital and private equity interest and investment.
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Client Alert | 3 min read | 01.07.26

FDA Request for Information Signals New Path for VC Firms and their Portfolio Companies in Federal Contracting

On December 17, 2025, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a request for information (RFI) on a proposal designed to help the FDA engage more directly with innovative, venture-backed companies focused on biotechnology, medical devices, AI, and regulatory technology.[i]The RFI includes 19 questions, with responses due by 2:00 p.m. ET on January 18, 2026.
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Client Alert | 4 min read | 09.16.25

Bucking the Odds: Why Technology Companies Should Embrace Software Patents Today

Although the Supreme Court’s 2014 decision in Alice v. CLS Bank and its progeny affected the issuance and enforcement of software patents and led to a major shift in U.S. patent policy, software patents still have value today and such protection therefore should be pursued.
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Events 6 results

Event | 05.21.25, 5:00 PM EDT - 7:00 PM EDT

HealthTech Growth and Exit Strategy Summit

As a founder who has built a thriving HealthTech company, you understand the value of strategic foresight. Whether you're exploring acquisition opportunities, considering a merger, planning a recapitalization, or contemplating a sale, your next move demands careful orchestration to maximize business value and optimize personal outcomes.

Event | 05.29.24, 6:00 PM EDT - 9:00 PM EDT

Crowell & Moring and The Ember Company Present: The FIRESIDE

Join Crowell & Moring and The Ember Company for The FIRESIDE: Where top investors and leading consumer founders will debate key strategies for growth in today’s fundraising environment. Hosted in Crowell’s Manhattan offices, The FIRESIDE is an opportunity to engage directly with top-tier consumer investors, successful founders who have scaled their companies to $50M+, and renowned fundraising experts.

Webinars 2 results

Webinar | 09.12.24, 3:00 PM EDT

Practicing Law in the U.S. Space Industry

As commercial entities venture further into space exploration, they will require sophisticated legal advice in order to understand the complex web of regulations governing the industry. These entities hire both in-house counsel and generalist outside counsel who will need to understand the governing frameworks in order to best serve their clients. The space industry involves many areas of law, spanning from corporate law to including niche regulatory expertise. Practicing law in the space industry requires a team effort.

Webinar | 12.08.23, 1:00 PM EST

Female Founder Workshop: How do You Structure Effectively for Raising Pre-seed and Seed Capital?

Please join Crowell attorneys Alexa La Barbiera and Justin Lurie for an informative workshop discussing how to effectively structure your business for raising pre-seed capital, hosted by Female Founder House. 

Speaking Engagements 2 results

Speaking Engagement | December 4 - 6, 2023

HealthTech Investor Summit