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Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati

Corporate/M&A: The Elite

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Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati

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

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Features a deep bench of highly experienced counsel especially well-versed in advising technology and life sciences clients on a diverse range of transactions. Advises entrepreneurial startups as well as multinational corporations on corporate governance, financing and M&A. Leverages its network of offices in Asia and Europe in its handling of international deals. Excellent statewide reach with offices in San Diego, Palo Alto and Los Angeles.

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Work Highlights

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  • Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati represented Ampere Computing in its $6.5 billion acquisition by SoftBank Group.

Strengths

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  • They have deep transactional knowledge.

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  • They are extremely responsive and great communicators.

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  • Wilson Sonsini has a keen awareness of internal and external business dynamics, and provides practical, actionable guidance. I can rely on them to add value far beyond legal technical expertise.

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  • They are innovative, creative lawyers who know how to deliver client outcomes.

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  • They are wonderful thought partners, pragmatic drafters and always focused on the right things.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Larry W Sonsini
    Larry W Sonsini

    Larry W Sonsini

    Larry Sonsini continues to enjoy an esteemed reputation as a foremost Silicon Valley lawyer. His robust track record includes handling landmark M&A deals in the technology space.
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  • Martin J. Waters
    Martin J. Waters

    Martin J. Waters

    Martin Waters is highly respected for the superlative quality of the corporate counsel he offers corporate clients. He demonstrates particular expertise in life sciences and technology transactions.

    • Marty has a very good, practical mindset to help advise in-house counsel.

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    • He is very sophisticated and experienced.

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    • Marty is a force of nature. He is an amazing business lawyer.

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    • He has a tremendous track record of deal-making and provides strategic guidance, in addition to legal services.

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  • Martin W Korman
    Martin W Korman

    Martin W Korman

    Martin Korman provides expert advice to public and private companies on corporate transactions and governance issues.

    • Marty is excellent on all fronts. I’ve been really impressed with his deal making skills. He knows how to navigate complexity while making it seem easy.

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    • Marty took the time to really understand our objectives and helped us craft a deal that fully aligned with our goals. He is as good as it gets.

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    • Marty is a legend. No one understands tech M&A, evolving trends and the future landscape better than Marty.

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    • He stands out from his peers because he combines technical excellence with calm judgment and practical wisdom.

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    • He is a masterful strategist and sharp negotiator who understands how to navigate high-stakes deal dynamics more than anyone. Above all, Marty was deeply invested in our success, and we absolutely could not have done this without him.

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  • Katherine Ku
    Katherine Ku

    Katherine Ku

    Katherine Ku is a talented attorney whose excellent practice is utilized by public and private companies. She routinely handles M&A, joint ventures and financings.

    • She is an experienced deal lawyer.

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  • Robert Ishii
    Robert Ishii

    Robert Ishii

    Robert Ishii represents both public and private companies on various M&A matters. He has particularly strong experience in the technology and life sciences spaces.

    • He is fantastic.

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  • Rich Mullen
    Rich Mullen

    Rich Mullen

    Rich Mullen represents clients across a broad range of M&A and corporate governance matters. He has particular expertise in representing technology and life sciences companies.

    • He deeply understands all aspects of the transactions.

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    • Rich is extremely helpful to us across the board.

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