Space Law
Sep. 3, 2024
Will Elon's exit undermine the state's Spacelaw leadership?
The state's deep history with aerospace and defense, venture capital culture, and government support will ensure that California remains at the forefront of the NewSpace industry.
Drew Svor
Partner, Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Zachary Turke
Partner, Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Brian Weimer
Partner, Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Space Exploration Technologies Corp. ("SpaceX"), arguably the world's most successful private spacecraft manufacturer and launch services provider, has been inextricably linked to California in the minds of the public. The company has been headquartered in Hawthorne, CA since its formation in 2002 on a one-million square foot campus, where it employs more than 7,000 people. Its success has helped propel California to the forefront of the NewSpace industry. In July 2024...
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