Scale LLP Deepens Startup and VC Bench Through Merger with Fathom Law

Combination adds depth to Scale’s corporate practice with experienced Silicon Valley team

Fathom Law, a San Francisco-based firm known for its emerging companies and venture capital (EC/VC) practice, has merged with Scale LLP, a modern national firm. The merger brings together two firms that share a philosophy of delivering business-minded, startup-savvy counsel with the speed and innovation today's venture-backed companies demand.

Founded by Eric Ferraro in 2013, Fathom has served as outside general counsel for hundreds of technology startups and late-stage venture-backed companies, advising on lifecycle needs including venture finance and M&A transactions valued at more than $2 billion in the aggregate. Scale also has roots in Silicon Valley, with more than half of its attorneys bringing in-house experience to the firm's capabilities in the venture tech sector. The addition of six lawyers from Fathom expands Scale’s footprint to 80 attorneys nationwide and bolsters a strong corporate and EC/VC practice.

“Fathom's track record with startups and VCs makes them a perfect fit for our firm, and for where our clients are going next,” said Scale Managing Partner David Reidy. “Like us, the Fathom team believes that lawyers and their clients are looking for a modern alternative to the traditional law firm model, and they share our mission of building a top-tier national firm.”

“We built Scale to deliver elite legal services based on real-world experience,” added Scale Founding Partner Adam Forest. “Eric and his colleagues strengthen our ability to do that while underscoring the innovation that runs through our firm.”

The Fathom merger creates additional capacity for Scale to serve clients comprehensively as they grow, from early-stage startups navigating their first financing rounds to established companies preparing for M&A and capital markets exit opportunities. Clients gain access to expanded legal services, a deeper bench of trusted advisors, and continued access to the attorneys they trust, without any disruption to service, rates, or attorney relationships.

“This partnership gives our clients access to the Scale team’s broad capabilities and national presence without sacrificing the focus and responsiveness they expect from Fathom,” said Ferraro. “The merger aligns us with a firm that shares Fathom’s DNA and exceptional lawyers who understand both the pace of startups and the sophisticated legal needs of scaling companies.”

This merger advances Scale’s vision of a modern law firm — where elite talent, efficiency, and business insight converge.

About Scale LLP

Scale LLP is a national law firm with a modern legal delivery model. With 80+ lawyers across the country, Scale serves high-growth companies and sophisticated clients through practices spanning corporate and securities, general counsel services, fintech and financial services, real estate and land use, litigation, and intellectual property. Learn more at scalefirm.com.

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