J. Christopher Lynch

About

J. Christopher Lynch advises information technology and life sciences companies on mergers and acquisitions. His clients at Wyrick Robbins Yates & Ponton include founders, executives, and investors. He also advises board members and often serves as outside general counsel for financing and acquisition work. He earned his J.D., cum laude, from Harvard Law School. He received his B.A., with honors, from the University of Virginia. He teaches venture finance law as an adjunct professor at the University of North Carolina School of Law. His practice includes a high volume of seed financings, venture capital financings, and private placements.

Who is a good fit for J. Christopher Lynch

• Founders of information technology companies pursuing a merger or acquisition.
• Life sciences investors seeking legal advice on acquisition transactions.

Education and admissions

Education

• University of Virginia, B.A.
• Harvard Law School, J.D.

Bar admissions

North Carolina

Recognition

• Listed among Business North Carolina Magazine Legal Elite: Corporate (2014, 2024-2025); Business (2022)
• Listed as Best Lawyers “Lawyer of the Year” in Raleigh - Venture Capital Law (2014, 2016, 2022)
• Listed among The Best Lawyers in America: Corporate Law, Information Technology Law, Securities/Capital Markets Law, Venture Capital Law (2007-2027); Mergers & Acquisitions Law (2014-2027)
• Listed as Best Lawyers “Lawyer of the Year” in Raleigh - Mergers and Acquisitions Law (2020, 2027)
• Listed as Best Lawyers “Lawyer of the Year” in Raleigh - Corporate Law (2019)
• Listed as Best Lawyers “Lawyer of the Year” in Raleigh - Securities/Capital Markets Law (2013, 2015)
• Listed among North Carolina Super Lawyers for Business/Corporate (2006-2019, 2024-2026)

Specialties

Deal profile

Typical deal size

Any deal size

Remote work

In-person / regional