Faison Law Group published an overview of the startup ecosystem for the first half of 2026 released by SVB.

Faison Law Group is a boutique transactional business law firm built for business owners, operators, and deal-makers who need precise, strategic legal counsel — without the Big Law overhead. We handle the transactions that move your business forward: mergers and acquisitions, fund formation, venture and securities work, general corporate counsel, intellectual property, and more. Whether you're closing a deal, raising a round, forming a fund, or building the legal infrastructure your company needs to scale, we bring the same level of rigor and attention to every engagement. Our clients include startups, emerging fund managers, private equity partners, and established businesses across industries — from technology and life sciences to consumer brands and asset management. Faison Law Group was founded by M. James Faison, a Harvard graduate and UVA School of Law alumnus who began his career at White & Case, one of the world's leading international law firms. James brings something most attorneys can't: real founder experience. He's built a business from the ground up, which means he understands the decisions you're making — not just the documents you need to sign. Practice Areas → Mergers & Acquisitions → Fund Formation → Venture & Securities → Startup Counsel → General Corporate / External GC → Intellectual Property → Labor & Employment → Tax Law We serve clients nationally and work on a transparent pricing model — so you know what you're getting into before the engagement begins. Ready to talk through what you're working on? Book a complimentary 15-minute consultation at faisonlawgroup.com..