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YC W23

Orem, US · Founded 2021 · 32 employees · 14 known investors

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Hona builds AI-powered case management software that automates client follow-ups and case tracking for law firms. The platform helps legal teams focus on case work by handling routine communication tasks.

Also known as Hona Software, Inc. · Hona (formerly Milestones) · Hona 🚀 · Milestones · Milestones, Hona (formerly Milestones), Hona 🚀

AI & Machine LearningEnterprise SoftwareLegalTechSaaSB2BUnited States of AmericaAmerica / CanadaPartly Remote

Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (W23)

Hona was founded in 2021 by Josh Christensen, Matt McClellan, Christian Griffiths, and Danielle J. Yoesep.

JCJosh Christensen
Josh ChristensenCo-Founder and CTOJosh Christensen studied mechanical engineering at BYU and founded an e-commerce sandal company before transitioning to software engineering roles at Qualtrics and Route, where he later co-founded Hona.
MMMatt McClellan
Matt McClellanCo-Founder, CEOMatt McClellan founded Hona, a legal technology company focused on personal injury law. He built the platform to address client engagement and case management through tools including real-time status tracking, communication automation, and medical record integration.
CGChristian Griffiths
Christian GriffithsCo-founder
DJDanielle J. Yoesep
Danielle J. YoesepFounderFounder at Verse Therapy
ASAdam Steinle
Adam SteinleFounderFounder at Verse Therapy
DYDanielle Yoesep
Danielle YoesepFounderFounder at Verse Therapy
SZShuying Zhang
Shuying ZhangFounderFounder at Verse Therapy
AF
Alex FowlerEngineering Manager
TW
Tristan WrightPresident
CM
Chris MelvilleProduct Manager
PW
Pierson WattsAccounting Manager

Board

ACAmy Cheetham
Amy CheethamBoard MemberPartner at Costanoa Ventures

Investors · 14

Maiora Rebel Ventureslisted by Maiora Rebel Ventures
Rebel Fundlisted by Rebel FundSan Francisco · $100K – $5M

How we know: thesaasnews.com · rebelfund.vc · Not right? Tell us

Samsung Nextlisted by Samsung NextMountain View · $100K – $5M

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Soma Capitallisted by Soma CapitalSacramento · $100K – $300K

How we know: funding news · lawnext.com · Y Combinator's founder network · somacap.com · Not right? Tell us

1984 Ventures Management, LlcreportedSan Francisco · $750K – $1M

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ALLEGIS CAPITALreportedPalo Alto · $10M

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Costanoa VenturesreportedSan Francisco · $500K – $8Mvia Amy Cheetham · board

How we know: board seat on SEC Form D · funding news · Y Combinator's founder network · Not right? Tell us

General CatalystreportedSan Francisco · $30M

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Ludlow VenturesreportedOak Park · $50K – $1M

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Peterson Venture PartnersreportedSalt Lake City · $5M – $25M

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Peterson VenturesreportedSalt Lake City · $250K – $2.5M

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SectionX CapitalreportedWaltham

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Also in the syndicate · 1

Samsung

Funding

SEC filings, press & company announcements

$11.2M disclosed across 1 of 4 rounds · 2023–2024

▶$11.2MraisedApr 2024 · 13 investors · Other
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Joshua ChristensenDirector
  • Matthew McClellanExecutive Officer, Director
  • Amy CheethamDirector
  • Christian GriffithsExecutive Officer, Director
Offering amount
$11.2M
Amount sold
$11.2M
First sale
Apr 2024
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2021
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗

Source: SEC EDGAR Form D. Amounts as filed; amended filings shown once at their latest values.

Founder mafia

3 people who came through Hona went on to found or lead other companies.

Adam SteinleFounderFounded Verse TherapyDanielle YoesepFounderFounded Verse TherapyShuying ZhangFounderFounded Verse Therapy

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corporate structure
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In the news

Hona Introduces AI-Powered Voice Assistant to Streamline Client Communication and Lead Capture for Law Firms - TechBuzz Newstechbuzznews.com · Mar 2025YC-backed Hona looks to reduce the communication friction between law firms and their consumer clients | TechCrunchtechcrunch.com · Jun 2024Hona Raises $3 Million in Seed Round | The SaaS Newsthesaasnews.com · May 2024Milestones, Startup that Automates Client Updates, Raises $2.1M Seed Round, Rebrands As Hona | LawSiteslawnext.com · Jul 2023Milestones - Keep clients in the know.ycombinator.com · Nov 2022

Frequently asked questions

What does Hona do?
Hona builds AI-powered case management software that automates client follow-ups and case tracking for law firms. The platform helps legal teams focus on case work by handling routine communication tasks.
Who founded Hona?
Hona was founded by Josh Christensen, Matt McClellan, Christian Griffiths, Danielle J. Yoesep in 2021.
Who are Hona's investors?
Hona's investors include Y Combinator, Maiora Rebel Ventures, Rebel Fund, Samsung Next, Soma Capital, 1984 Ventures Management, Llc, ALLEGIS CAPITAL, Costanoa Ventures and 5 more.
How much funding has Hona raised?
Hona has disclosed $11.2M raised across 1 of its 4 known rounds.
Where is Hona headquartered?
Hona is headquartered in Orem, US.