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Sidley Austin LLP

Corporate/M&A: The Elite

USA Guide 2026 : California: San Francisco, Silicon Valley & Surrou

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Corporate/M&A: The Elite - California: San Francisco, Silicon Valley & Surrou

Band 3

What the Team is Known For
Life sciences, biotechnology and healthcare are key areas of strength for the team, which also possesses deep expertise in technology and media-related M&A. Well versed in a wide variety of matters, including mergers of equals, divestitures and spin-outs of business units. Acts for a broad spectrum of clients from startups to multinational Fortune 500 companies, and offers expertise in cross-border M&A.
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Work Highlights

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  • Sidley Austin represented Stryker in its $4.9 billion acquisition of Inari Medical.

Strengths

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  • They have a deep bench and committed partners.

    Corporate/M&A: The Elite respondentUSA

  • They are very responsive and flexible.

    Corporate/M&A: The Elite respondentUSA

  • I am always impressed at how responsive, clear and thorough their work is.

    Corporate/M&A: The Elite respondentUSA

  • The resources they can bring to bear on any complex matter instils their clients with confidence.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Sharon R Flanagan
    Sharon R Flanagan

    Sharon R Flanagan

    Sharon Flanagan demonstrates particular strength in M&A in the technology and life sciences industries.

    • She is extremely strategic and thinks through complex issues well.

      Corporate/M&A: The Elite respondentUSA

    • Sharon is extremely experienced and has a deep understanding of complex issues and ability to explain them accessibly. She provides clear, practical advice that balances legal precision with commercial sense.

      Corporate/M&A: The Elite respondentUSA

    • Sharon is responsive, has deep knowledge and is current on all M&A and corporate trends. She is a clear and effective communicator with lawyers and board members alike.

      Corporate/M&A: The Elite respondentUSA

    • She is smart and a super client manager.

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  • Sally Wagner Partin
    Sally Wagner Partin

    Sally Wagner Partin

    Sally Wagner Partin is a highly regarded partner who routinely assists public and private companies in M&A transactions. Her industry knowledge is particularly strong in life sciences, financial services and technology.

    • Sally is an amazing lawyer with in-depth legal and business knowledge. She is an absolute pleasure to work with.

      Corporate/M&A: The Elite respondentUSA

    • Sally is very experienced and has high standards of professionalism and attention to detail.

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California: San Francisco, Silicon Valley & Surrou

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