Introduction to venture capital

With Cooley

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Join us on the morning of Thursday 23 October for a session on venture capital delivered by global law firm Cooley.

Cooley lawyers, Ellen Dewhurst and her colleague will break down key themes including:

• What is Venture Capital
• Importance of Venture Capital to the UK economy
• How does Venture Capital differ from other areas of Corporate Law
• Working with Venture Capitalists and Founders
• The role of a lawyer in the Venture Capital ecosystem

Also up for discussion will be how students can continue to develop this key branch of commercial awareness as they apply for vacation schemes and training contracts.

Following the talk there will be an audience Q&A, hosted by a Legal Cheek journalist.

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  • Thu 23 Oct 2025 10am to 11am
  • In partnership with Cooley
  • Hosted by Legal Cheek
  • Location Virtual Event
  • Theme Careers, Commercial Awareness
  • Level Students, Graduates