Rachel counsels private investment funds, investment advisers, and early-stage companies in a broad range of matters including fund formation, corporate governance, securities offerings, direct investments, and regulatory compliance. For early-stage companies, Rachel represents both companies and investors in venture capital financing transactions. She also advises in the formation and operation of startup incubators and accelerators. In her investment funds practice, she counsels investment advisors with respect to fund formation and regulatory compliance. Her general corporate and securities practice spans multiple industries, including life sciences, clean energy, FinTech, and social impact.
Committed to pro bono initiatives throughout her legal career, Rachel has contributed substantial research and writing to multiple successful applications for asylum through Mintz’s pro bono program and provides ongoing corporate legal support to pro bono non-profit clients.
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Energy & Sustainability Client Feature — Boston Metal
March 23, 2023 | Article | By Rachel Gholston
Read about Boston Metal, a company developing technology to fully decarbonize steel production, and the company’s $120 million Series C fundraising round from ArcelorMittal in January 2023.
Digital Tokens: Rethinking the Term “Cryptocurrency”
November 8, 2018 | Article | By Daniel DeWolf, Rachel Gholston, Marine Bouaziz
New Beneficial Owner Threshold Eases VC Fundraising
July 11, 2018 | Article | By Talia S. Primor, Rachel Gholston, Daniel DeWolf
MintzTech In the Spotlight - Yes, E-signatures Are Enforceable
July 15, 2016 | Article | By Daniel DeWolf, Samuel Asher Effron, Rachel Gholston
Excluding Your Gains on Small Business Investments
January 19, 2016 | Alert | By Daniel DeWolf, Rachel Gholston
News & Press
Mintz is pleased to announce that 31 attorneys have been named Massachusetts Super Lawyers and 35 attorneys have been named Massachusetts Rising Stars for 2024.
Mintz Announces Record Member Growth in 2023
December 22, 2023
Mintz proudly announced the election of 13 attorneys to Members and the addition of a record-setting 22 new lateral Members in 2023, with 11 Partners in the newly opened Toronto office. This diverse group strengthens Mintz’s core areas, spanning Commercial and IP Litigation, Life Sciences, Tech, Private Equity, and Energy & Sustainability. The elevated Members and new lateral additions bring invaluable expertise to help clients navigate complex legal landscapes.
Three Mintz Attorneys To Participate In Leadership Council On Legal Diversity Programs
January 24, 2023
BOSTON- Mintz is pleased to announce that Associate Rachel Gholston has been selected to participate in the Leadership Council on Legal Diversity’s (LCLD) 2023 Fellows Program, while Associates Jason Burrell and Nicole Rivers have been selected to participate in the LCLD 2023 Pathfinders Program.
Mintz Represents Boston Metal in $50 Million Series B Financing
January 13, 2021
Yes, E-signatures Are Enforceable
July 12, 2016
Events & Speaking
Recognition & Awards
Richard Mintz Summer Associate Diversity Scholar, Mintz (2012)
Involvement
- Member, Women's Leadership Program, Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce (2019-2020)