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Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati

Palo Alto, CA·10 offices

Firm Overview

Wilson Sonsini is the founding Silicon Valley law firm — the legal partner to Apple, Google, Genentech, and hundreds of the most consequential technology and life sciences companies from their earliest days. The firm's deep relationships in the technology ecosystem and its venture capital and M&A capabilities are unmatched.

Associate Experience

Associates at Wilson Sonsini gain exposure to technology and venture capital work at the center of the innovation economy. The culture reflects its Silicon Valley roots — less formal, more collaborative, and genuinely excited about the technology sector.

Lateral Recruiting Context

Wilson Sonsini recruits for technology M&A, venture capital, and securities practitioners. For laterals interested in the technology sector, few platforms can match the depth and breadth of WSGR's client relationships.

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VortexLegal has relationships at Wilson Sonsini and can give you a candid read on whether your background is a strong fit — and what the lateral process typically looks like.

Rankings

Vault Law 100#34
AmLaw 100#43
TierAmLaw 100

Chambers USA Band 1

  • Venture Capital
  • Technology M&A
  • Securities Litigation

Practice Strengths

Venture CapitalTechnology M&ACapital MarketsSecurities LitigationPrivacyAntitrust

Key Markets

Palo AltoSan FranciscoNew YorkWashington DCLos AngelesAustinSeattleBostonLondonBrussels