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Snell & Wilmer Welcomes Partner Christopher Tinen to the San Diego Office

Oct 28, 2024

SAN DIEGO – Snell & Wilmer is pleased to announce that Christopher L. Tinen has joined the San Diego office as a partner in the Corporate and Securities practice group. With a wealth of experience and a focus in corporate and securities law, Tinen offers his guidance to a diverse range of clients navigating complex legal matters.

Tinen is an experienced capital markets and securities attorney well-versed in all facets of securities law compliance and transactions. He regularly counsels public and private companies on a wide range of capital markets and corporate transactions, including IPOs, de-SPAC transactions, follow-on offerings, up-listings, cross-border dual listings and PIPE transactions, as well as SEC reporting, corporate governance, and private securities offerings for both emerging and established businesses. Additionally, he provides counsel on the formation, funding, and exit strategies for high-growth startups.

His deep understanding of the latest SEC regulatory trends and emerging market dynamics positions him as a trusted advisor for his clients. He is known for delivering clear, actionable legal advice that balances regulatory requirements with business objectives, ensuring clients can navigate complex securities issues efficiently and effectively.

Prior to joining Snell & Wilmer, Tinen was a partner at Procopio, Cory, Hargreaves, & Savitch LLP in San Diego. Tinen received his B.S. in Finance from San Diego State University, and his J.D. from Chapman University School of Law.

About Snell & Wilmer

Founded in 1938, Snell & Wilmer is a full-service business law firm with more than 500 attorneys practicing in 16 locations throughout the United States and in Mexico, including Los Angeles, Orange County and San Diego, California; Phoenix and Tucson, Arizona; Denver, Colorado; Washington, D.C.; Boise, Idaho; Las Vegas and Reno, Nevada; Albuquerque, New Mexico; Portland, Oregon; Dallas, Texas; Salt Lake City, Utah; Seattle, Washington; and Los Cabos, Mexico. The firm represents clients ranging from large, publicly traded corporations to small businesses, individuals and entrepreneurs. For more information, visit swlaw.com.

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