Schox Venture Capital

Schox Venture Capital leverages deep expertise in intellectual property to guide early-stage tech startups through critical phases of growth. Originating from Schox Patent Group, the firm focuses on companies that are already clients of the patent group, ensuring they have solid intellectual property foundations. Schox VC’s portfolio includes groundbreaking startups like Coinbase, Cruise, and Duo, which have achieved massive exits. Their industry focus spans sectors such as software, AI, autonomous vehicles, and healthcare technology, with particular emphasis on patented innovations. Geographically, Schox VC is based in San Francisco, but their portfolio reflects a global outlook. The fund typically invests $100K to $500K, with a preference for leading early-stage funding rounds, often in companies where they’ve already built the IP infrastructure. This selective approach helps the firm build long-term relationships with startups, offering both capital and strategic patent counsel. Key team members include founder Jeff Schox, a seasoned patent attorney with experience guiding high-profile startups, and Diana Lin, another key partner with a background in bioengineering and mechanical engineering from Stanford and UC Berkeley. Together, they offer a potent mix of legal and technical expertise, which makes Schox VC stand out in the venture capital space, particularly for startups with complex IP needs​.