Rapidly growing lawyer directory Avvo has received a further $71.5 million in financing.
The latest funding round was led by Technology Crossover Ventures, with participation from Vulcan Capital and existing investor, Coatue.
In an announcement, Avvo said it will use the cash to accelerate hiring, increase Avvo brand awareness through marketing initiatives, and expand its product offerings.
The latest financing round brings the total venture investment in Avvo to $132 million.
In the last year, Avvo has doubled the number of contacts it makes between consumers and attorneys – now 650,000.
