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Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati

Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation

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

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Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati

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Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation - California: San Francisco, Silicon Valley & Surrou

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati has a highly experienced team of experts with demonstrable capabilities in employee benefits and executive compensation. It is a multitalented group with knowledge not only of incentive and compensation matters, but also of related tax, securities and employment law. It is regularly called upon to advise on the benefits and compensation aspects of high-value M&A.

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Work Highlights

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  • Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati advised Ampere Computing in connection to its $6.5 billion acquisition by SoftBank Group Corp.

Strengths

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  • The service levels are phenomenal - they are always available and always top-notch.

    Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation respondentUSA

  • The firm has a fantastic understanding of our business and provides great, practical advice.

    Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • David S Thomas
    David S Thomas

    David S Thomas

    David Thomas provides expert counsel on employee benefits and executive compensation issues which arise in the context of M&A and IPOs.

    • David is pragmatic and willing to dig into issues.

      Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation respondentUSA

    • David has excellent commitment to client service making himself immediately available. He understands the specific business context and delivers strategic solutions that exceeded expectations.

      Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation respondentUSA

    • David is an exceptional lawyer and invaluable partner, both creative and thoughtful.

      Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation respondentUSA
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  • Brandon Gantus
    Brandon Gantus

    Brandon Gantus

    Brandon Gantus is the co-leader of the firm's employee benefits and compensation practice. He has experience assisting a range of technology-centered companies in connection with mergers and acquisitions.

    • Brandon is responsive and knowledgeable.

      Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation respondentUSA

    • He is very good at distilling a lot of complex matters into business-minded advice.

      Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation respondentUSA
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Ranked Individuals at Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati (2)

California: San Francisco, Silicon Valley & Surrou

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    David S Thomas

    Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation

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    Brandon Gantus

    Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation

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