Portrait of Sara Clasper

Sara Clasper

Counsel

For business founders, investors, and emerging companies navigating growth, Sara Clasper provides clear, focused legal counsel designed to keep transactions moving while thoughtfully managing risk. Her practice centers on advising companies at every stage of their lifecycle, from formation through financings and strategic exits.

Sara counsels clients on a wide range of corporate and transactional matters, including entity formation, equity issuances, venture and growth financings, mergers and acquisitions, business sales, and complex due diligence. She works with venture capital–backed startups, early stage and emerging growth companies, founders, and investors, helping them structure transactions that align with both immediate objectives and long‑term business goals. Clients value her ability to distill complex legal issues into practical guidance that supports sound decision‑making in fast‑moving environments.

Before focusing her practice on corporate and transactional work, Sara practiced as a litigator. That experience sharpened her negotiation and problem-solving skills and gave her a nuanced understanding of how contractual provisions can lead to disputes if not carefully addressed. She brings that perspective to every transaction, identifying potential pressure points early and proactively addressing them during negotiations. This approach allows her to add foresight and efficiency to deals while helping clients avoid issues that can surface long after a transaction closes.

Sara is particularly attuned to the realities faced by startup founders and growing companies, including limited resources, tight timelines, and the need for advice that is both legally sound and commercially practical. She is known for her responsiveness and her focus on solutions that move transactions forward without unnecessary complexity. By balancing strategic insight with day-to-day practicality, she helps clients navigate both routine corporate matters and high‑stakes transactions with confidence.

In addition to her transactional experience, Sara is committed to building long-term relationships with the entrepreneurs and investors she advises. She approaches her role as a trusted business partner, working closely with clients as they scale operations, prepare for investment, or position their companies for a successful exit.

    Education

    • Catholic University of America Columbus School of Law (J.D., cum laude)
    • University of Maryland (B.S.)

    State Bar Admissions

    • Maryland
    • Virginia

    Professional Affiliations

    • Maryland State Bar Association, Member
    • American Bar Association, Member
    • Montgomery County Bar Association, Member
    • Bankruptcy Bar Association for the District of Maryland, Member

    Recognitions

    • Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America, 2026 
  • Biography
  • Publications & News

Firm Highlights