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Morrison Foerster

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Morrison Foerster

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Technology - California

Band 1

What the Team is Known For
Morrison Foerster is a market-leading practice featuring a talented team of lawyers who represent clients across the full range of technology transactional matters. Regularly engaged by clients in the life sciences, healthcare and consumer products arenas, in addition to advising major technology developers and manufacturers. Known for its ability to handle the complex IP aspects of M&A and strategic alliances. Also demonstrates impressive expertise in emerging areas of concern such as financial technology and artificial intelligence.
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Work Highlights

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  • Morrison Foerster advised SoftBank Group Corp on its acquisition of Ampere Computing Holdings for $6.5 billion.

Strengths

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  • The team's strength is in their ability to provide high-level strategies and detailed options.

    Technology respondentUSA

  • They really demonstrate deep expertise in the subject matter and adopt a thoughtful and pragmatic approach.

    Technology respondentUSA

  • They always respond promptly and the turnaround time on projects is fast. The work product is of very high quality.

    Technology respondentUSA

  • They are incredibly diligent subject matter experts. They jumped in to help with expertise in every area.

    Technology respondentUSA

  • They are outstanding business-oriented lawyers and the best at tackling new business problems with creative solutions.

    Technology respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Tessa Schwartz
    Tessa Schwartz

    Tessa Schwartz

    Tessa Schwartz represents companies from the healthcare, fintech and transport sectors, among others. She deals with a broad range of matters, including M&A, joint venture agreements and IP issues.

    • She is incredibly thorough, commercially-minded and well-versed in the most current topics.

      Technology respondentUSA

    • Tessa is a skilled legal strategist who gets the best outcome for her clients.

      Technology respondentUSA

    • Tessa has the great ability to draw on experience and provide practical and creative solutions

      Technology respondentUSA
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  • William Schwartz
    William Schwartz

    William Schwartz

    William Schwartz advises on a wide range of IT transactions, including those involving software and hardware, and often acts for international companies.

    • William is an outstanding lawyer who can find commercial solutions for any new technology.

      Technology respondentUSA

    • He is very thoughtful in his approach and really cares.

      Technology respondentUSA
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  • Stephanie L Sharron
    Stephanie L Sharron

    Stephanie L Sharron

    Stephanie Sharron is a particular expert in data rights and analytics matters, including in the context of commercial transactions. She is experienced in issues relating to machine learning, fintech and cybersecurity, among others.
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  • Aaron P. Rubin
    Aaron P. Rubin

    Aaron P. Rubin

    Aaron Rubin is commended for his work on sophisticated transactional matters for large clients in the technology space. He serves as chair of the firm's technology transactions group.

    • Aaron always provides excellent client service at the highest level of sophistication.

      Technology respondentUSA

    • His depth of experience, and understanding of nuanced company positions and how to protect us on those, is really amazing.

      Technology respondentUSA

    • I appreciate his depth of knowledge, responsiveness and rapid turnarounds.

      Technology respondentUSA

    • He is incredibly knowledgeable and also very helpful in emerging areas of law. He gives us perspective on where the market is going.

      Technology respondentUSA
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  • Justin H Haan
    Justin H Haan

    Justin H Haan

    Justin Haan is an up-and-coming talent who has experience in advising significant clients in the technology sector. He is especially knowledgeable of AI.

    • Justin is an excellent attorney. He has a good depth of expertise and is able to handle the most complex transactions.

      Technology respondentUSA
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