John H. Chory 1000 Winter Street, Waltham, MA 02451

Welcome to the professional legal services of John H. Chory, located at 1000 Winter Street, Waltham, Massachusetts. As a distinguished lawyer with a wealth of experience, John specializes in representing technology and life sciences companies, guiding them through every stage from startup to IPO. Although he retired from the partnership in December 2023, John continues to offer his expertise as of counsel.

John has an impressive background, having served as the Global Chair of the Emerging Companies & Growth Practice at his firm. His extensive client portfolio includes renowned companies such as A123 Systems, Akamai, Care.com, Desktop Metal, Wayfair, Zipcar, and many more, demonstrating his vast experience and trusted advisory skills.

An advocate for knowledge sharing, John frequently lectures on legal issues affecting emerging companies and is a recognized Xconomist. His academic contributions include teaching negotiation at Harvard alongside Roger Fisher, the acclaimed author of "Getting to Yes." Before embarking on his legal career, John served as a US Army intelligence officer, bringing a disciplined and strategic approach to his practice.

John's contributions to the legal field have been recognized with awards such as the Leaders in Tech award, honoring his collaboration with Aumni on innovative venture capital applications for lawyers. His commitment to excellence is reflected in his reputation as a trusted adviser who sets the standard for delivering exceptional legal services.

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