Sarah Axtell

Sarah Axtell is a partner at Latham & Watkins LLP who advises public and private companies on complex business law. She focuses on technology companies and helps them navigate capital markets, corporate governance matters, and strategic growth opportunities. Her practice includes initial public offerings, public company representation, venture financings, and mergers and acquisitions. Clients rely on her guidance when raising capital, managing legal obligations, and planning important transactions. Her work supports businesses as they expand operations, enter new markets, and pursue long-term success goals.

Sarah earned a J.D. from the University of California, Berkeley, School of Law. She also earned a B.A./B.S. from Emory University. Her academic training built a strong foundation in legal analysis, business transactions, and problem-solving. The combination of legal and interdisciplinary studies prepared her to advise companies through changing regulatory requirements and major corporate decisions. Her education continues to support a practical approach to counseling clients, evaluating risks, and addressing challenges connected to financing and growth for clients daily.

Sarah has advised companies, venture capital investors, and financial institutions across a wide range of transactions. Her experience includes work on notable public offerings and direct listings for innovative businesses. She also assists growth-stage companies with financing strategies and corporate governance issues. By helping organizations understand transaction structures, disclosure requirements, and business risks, she enables leaders to make informed decisions. Her advice supports efficient execution while helping clients balance opportunities with legal and commercial considerations for sustained future growth.

Sarah Axtell has been recognized for her work in capital markets and corporate transactions throughout her career. Industry publications have highlighted her skill, judgment, and client service. She has represented companies in significant acquisitions and major financing matters, helping them complete complex deals and achieve business objectives. Her experience as a strategic advisor allows clients to address challenges with confidence and move forward with important opportunities. Sarah remains a trusted counselor for companies seeking practical legal guidance and results.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Latham & Watkins LLP
• Member, The State Bar of California

Licensed State

• California

Education

• University of California, Berkeley, School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Emory University
  Bachelor of Science (BS)
• Emory University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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