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Kevin M. Yao

Associate

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+1.858.314.1575

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Kevin focuses his practice on corporate matters such as capital-raising transactions, mergers and acquisitions, corporate governance strategies, and SEC compliance issues. He counsels public and private companies in a variety of industries, including life sciences and technology.

Kevin worked at Mintz as a Summer Associate in 2019 and as a Corporate Intern in 2018. He also interned with the in-house legal team at FabFitFun, an LA-based subscription box startup that sells lifestyle products.

In law school, Kevin earned his JD with a concentration in Business Law and worked as a Contract Drafting, Negotiation, and Analysis teaching assistant.

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Artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as an influential technology, driving notable investments across various industries in recent years. In 2024, venture capital (VC) funding for AI companies reached record levels, signaling ongoing interest and optimism in the sector’s potential. Looking ahead, 2025 is anticipated to bring continued innovation, with promising funding opportunities and a growing IPO market for AI-driven businesses.

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The SEC issued five new Compliance & Disclosure Interpretations (C&DIs) relating to the materiality assessment and disclosure requirements of material cybersecurity incidents under Item 1.05 of Form 8-K.

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This article discusses the LA Superior Court’s April 1, 2022 ruling in Crest v. Padilla, which challenged the constitutionality of a California statute requiring certain publicly traded companies to include members from underrepresented communities on their boards.

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Recognition & Awards

    • San Diego Super Lawyers Rising Stars: Business/Corporate (2025)
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