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Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati

Life Sciences: Corporate/Commercial

USA Guide 2026 : California

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Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati

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Life Sciences: Corporate/Commercial - California

Band 2

What the Team is Known For
Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati has a long-established presence in the life sciences technology field, with a team that enjoys a strong reputation for its counsel to emerging companies, especially in relation to its cutting-edge transactional work. The firm provides strategic advice on IP portfolio management matters, including patent prosecution. The firm has additional expertise with regard to contentious patent matters including Hatch-Waxman litigation.
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Work Highlights

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  • Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati represented ABL Bio in negotiating a worldwide licensing agreement with GSK, enabling for the development of medicines for neurodegenerative diseases.

Strengths

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  • The firm’s ability to execute high-quality drafts under time pressure is impressive. The group provides around-the-clock coverage to bridge time zone gaps, showing a tireless work ethic and a critical, client-first mentality.

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  • Our team at Wilson Sonsini stands out for a rare combination of deep scientific fluency, strategic sophistication and practical, business-aligned advice.

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  • Wilson Sonsini combined deep industry knowledge combined with excellent legal expertise.

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  • The team is distinguished by its scientific knowledge, knowledge of the rules and regulations in different jurisdictions and trends in patent office rulings and attention to detail.

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  • The Wilson Sonsini team provides strong thought partnership and reliable counsel, including on complicated issues and matters.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Kenneth A Clark
    Kenneth A Clark

    Kenneth A Clark

    Kenneth Clark is frequently called upon to represent life sciences clients in a broad array of corporate transactions including strategic agreements, M&A, financings and spinouts.

    • Kenenth is an excellent attorney with a great reputation for medical devices work.

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    • Kenneth is a well-known attorney who is easy to work with and produces high-quality work.

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  • Ian B Edvalson
    Ian B Edvalson

    Ian B Edvalson

    Ian Edvalson is frequently called upon by emerging and established life sciences companies to advise on a broad range of transactional mandates. He is particularly noted for his expertise in collaboration agreements and licensing.

    • Ian is a commercial attorney who knows what matters and what does not. He gets deals done to a high quality.

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