About
Allison Hopkins advises early-stage companies on exits at Vela Wood. She represents investors ranging from new angel investors to high net worth individuals. Allison helps facilitate their investments. Before law school, Allison worked as an Account Manager for an early-stage technology startup in Austin, Texas. She served as a Research Assistant at Grable Martin Fulton PLLC at the same time. Allison later served as a legal extern for Capital One through SMU Law's Corporate Externship Program. She now advises early-stage companies on formation, capital raises, and exits.
Who is a good fit for Allison Hopkins
- Owners of early-stage companies planning an exit.
- New angel investors who need counsel to facilitate an investment.
- High net worth individuals who need counsel to facilitate an investment.
Education and admissions
- Education
- SMU Dedman School of Law, J.D.
- The University of Texas at Austin, B.S. in Public Relations
- Moody College of Communication - Distinguished Scholar
- Bar admissions
- Texas
Recognition
- Moody College of Communication - Distinguished Scholar
Specialties
Buy-side M&A representationSell-side M&A representationEntity formation and holding structures
Deal profile
- Typical deal size
- Any deal size
- Remote work
- In-person / regional