Patricia Velarde Burnett

Patricia Velarde Burnett is a business attorney who advises companies on corporate governance, financing, and strategic transactions. Her practice focuses on helping businesses at various stages of growth, including startups and venture-backed companies. She works closely with founders, executives, and investors to structure ownership arrangements, manage capital raises, and navigate mergers and acquisitions. Through practical legal guidance, she helps organizations mitigate risk, clarify responsibilities, and build strong foundations for long-term growth and operational success.

Patricia earned her J.D., cum laude, from the Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law at Arizona State University. During law school, she was recognized as a Willard H. Pedrick Scholar. She received her B.S. in Public Relations from The University of Texas at Austin. Her academic background strengthened her skills in communication, negotiation, and legal analysis, which support her work advising entrepreneurs and corporate leadership teams on complex business matters.

Throughout her legal career, Patricia has helped businesses structure ownership arrangements, prepare governance frameworks, and manage financing transactions. Her work frequently involves venture capital investments, debt financing arrangements, and mergers and acquisitions. She works with emerging companies and established organizations alike, guiding them through important business decisions and legal obligations that arise as companies expand and evolve.

In addition to her legal practice, Patricia Velarde Burnett actively contributes to the startup and entrepreneurial community. She participates in industry conferences, supports legal workshops, and mentors emerging founders. Her work reflects a commitment to helping entrepreneurs understand legal processes and make informed decisions that support sustainable business development and innovation.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Coppersmith Brockelman
• Member, State Bar of Arizona

Licensed State

• Arizona

Education

• Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law, Arizona State University
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• The University of Texas at Austin
  Bachelor of Science (BS)

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