Professional Overview

John Eatman is a Senior Associate at Lex Generalis s, where he provides comprehensive legal support across corporate transactions, venture financings, and strategic matters for both the firm and its portfolio companies.

He brings deep experience in emerging growth companies, venture capital, and complex corporate transactions, with a focus on debt and equity financings, mergers and acquisitions, and corporate governance. John works closely with startups, investors, and technology-driven businesses to support scalable growth and efficient execution of commercial and financing strategies.

Prior to joining Lex Generalis, John was a Senior Associate in the Emerging Companies and Venture Capital practice at Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough, where he advised clients on venture financings, M&A transactions, and general corporate matters. He has supported a broad range of companies across the technology and innovation ecosystem, with particular experience in high-growth and venture-backed environments.

Practice Focus

Venture Capital & Emerging Growth Companies:

• • Venture financings (SAFEs, convertible notes, equity rounds)
  • Startup formation, structuring, and governance
  • Investor and founder advisory
  • Early-stage and growth-stage company support

Mergers & Acquisitions

• • Domestic and cross-border M&A transaction
  • Strategic acquisitions and exits
  • Transaction structuring and negotiation
  • Due diligence and deal execution

Corporate Finance & General Counsel Support

• • Debt and equity financings
  • Corporate governance and compliance
  • Commercial agreements and ongoing legal advisory
  • Portfolio company and fund-level legal support

Licenses and Certifications

• • Admitted to practice in GA

Education

Emory University School of Law - J.D., with Honors
University of Georgia - B.A., History; Spanish Minor