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The Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States rankings table below has been designed to provide the most in-depth insights and reviews of the top ranked lawyers and law firms. The firms included in our rankings have been recommended by in-house counsel, other third-party experts and private practice lawyers. Our comprehensive research ensures you have all the information needed when looking to purchase legal services across USA.

Rankings overview for Lawyers

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Senior Statespeople
  1. Larry W Sonsini
    Larry W Sonsini Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati24 Years Ranked
  2. Steven Bochner Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati6 Years Ranked
E
Eminent Practitioners
  1. Katharine A Martin
    Katharine A Martin Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati5 Years Ranked
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Band 1
  1. Alan Denenberg
    Alan Denenberg Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP14 Years Ranked
  2. Gregg A Noel
    Gregg A Noel Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates14 Years Ranked
  3. Rezwan Pavri Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati5 Years Ranked
  4. Sarah K Solum
    Sarah K Solum Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer5 Years Ranked
  5. William B Brentani
    William B Brentani Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP5 Years Ranked
  6. Charlie KimCooley LLP
  7. Eric JensenCooley LLP
  8. Richard A KlineLatham & Watkins LLP
2
Band 2
  1. Allison Spinner
    Allison Spinner Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati4 Years Ranked
  2. Dan Webb
    Dan Webb Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP4 Years Ranked
  3. James Evans Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP3 Years Ranked
  4. Jeff Saper
    Jeff Saper Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati21 Years Ranked
  5. John L Savva Sullivan & Cromwell LLP5 Years Ranked
  6. Michael Occhiolini
    Michael Occhiolini Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati3 Years Ranked
  7. Stewart L McDowell
    Stewart L McDowell Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP5 Years Ranked
  8. Tony Jeffries
    Tony Jeffries Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati5 Years Ranked
  9. David PeinsippCooley LLP
  10. Gordon K DavidsonFenwick
  11. Jeffrey R VetterGunderson Dettmer Stough Villeneuve Franklin & Hachigian
  12. Shayne KennedyLatham & Watkins LLP
  13. Steven B StokdykLatham & Watkins LLP
  14. Tad FreeseLatham & Watkins LLP
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Band 3
  1. Alison S Ressler Sullivan & Cromwell LLP13 Years Ranked
  2. Bill Hughes Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP2 Years Ranked
  3. Bradley Weber
    Bradley Weber Goodwin4 Years Ranked
  4. Brett Cooper Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP2 Years Ranked
  5. Emily Roberts
    Emily Roberts Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP3 Years Ranked
  6. Heidi Mayon
    Heidi Mayon Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP2 Years Ranked
  7. Michelle Gasaway
    Michelle Gasaway Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates3 Years Ranked
  8. Patrick S Brown Sullivan & Cromwell LLP5 Years Ranked
  9. Ryan A Murr
    Ryan A Murr Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP3 Years Ranked
  10. Sarah P. Payne Sullivan & Cromwell LLP5 Years Ranked
  11. Sharon R Flanagan
    Sharon R Flanagan Sidley Austin LLP5 Years Ranked
  12. Thomas J. Ivey
    Thomas J. Ivey Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates5 Years Ranked
  13. Amanda RoseFenwick
  14. Cheston LarsonLatham & Watkins LLP
  15. Gian-Michele a MarcaCooley LLP
  16. John-Paul MotleyCooley LLP
  17. Jon AvinaCooley LLP
  18. Monica J ShillingKirkland & Ellis LLP
  19. Pippa BondKirkland & Ellis LLP
  20. Robert A FreedmanFenwick
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Band 4
  1. Erik Franks
    Erik Franks Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati4 Years Ranked
  2. Jeffrey T. Hartlin Paul Hastings LLP1 Years Ranked
  3. Andrew WilliamsonCooley LLP
  4. Calise ChengCooley LLP
  5. Jonie KondrackiCooley LLP
  6. Kristin VanderPasCooley LLP
  7. Lewis KneibLatham & Watkins LLP
  8. Sarah AxtellLatham & Watkins LLP
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Up and Coming
  1. Lisa Stimmell Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati1 Years Ranked
  2. Denny WonCooley LLP
  3. Julia ForbessFenwick
  4. Ran Ben-TzurFenwick
  5. Siana LowreyCooley LLP

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Senior Statespeople
  1. Larry W Sonsini
    S
    Larry W Sonsini
    Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati
    Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2024 | Senior Statespeople | 24 Years Ranked
    Larry Sonsini's extensive knowledge of securities law makes him an asset to clients on the most complex capital markets transactions. He maintains a leading reputation for his seasoned counsel on debt offerings as well as IPOs and other equity transactions.
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    Steven Bochner
    Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati
    Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2024 | Senior Statespeople | 6 Years Ranked
    Steven Bochner has immense experience advising industry-leading companies and investment banks on the full panoply of capital markets matters.
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Eminent Practitioners
  1. Katharine A Martin
    E
    Katharine A Martin
    Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati
    Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2024 | Eminent Practitioners | 5 Years Ranked
    Chair of the firm's board of directors Katharine Martin stands out for her ability to handle a range of complex capital markets transactions. She is especially gifted at handling significant equity offerings, including IPOs and private investments, on behalf of issuers, sponsors and investment banks.
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Band 1
  1. Alan Denenberg
    1
    Alan Denenberg
    Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP
    Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2024 | Band 1 | 14 Years Ranked
    Alan Denenberg impresses with his experience handling significant IPOs and other equity offerings, as well as high-profile debt transactions, ranging from high-yield bonds to convertible debt.
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  2. Gregg A Noel
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    Gregg A Noel
    Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates
    Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2024 | Band 1 | 14 Years Ranked
    Gregg Noel provides market-leading counsel on the thorniest capital markets transactions. His practice sees him representing global issuers and underwriters in traditional IPOs, and he has established himself as one of the foremost experts on SPACs.
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    Rezwan Pavri
    Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati
    Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2024 | Band 1 | 5 Years Ranked
    Rezwan Pavri has a wealth of experience assisting clients with a comprehensive range of capital markets matters. He dedicates a substantial portion of his practice to handling major IPOs in varied industries.
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  4. Sarah K Solum
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    Sarah K Solum
    Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer
    Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2024 | Band 1 | 5 Years Ranked
    Sarah Solum has longstanding experience advising underwriters on stock offerings and notes issuances, including advising on convertible debt transactions.
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  5. William B Brentani
    1
    William B Brentani
    Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP
    Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2024 | Band 1 | 5 Years Ranked
    Distinguished attorney William Brentani represents issuers, underwriters, and private equity sponsors in a wide variety of debt and equity transactions. He is highly sought after for his expert counsel on transactions in diverse sectors, including healthcare, technology, and retail.
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  6. Charlie Kim
    Cooley LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2024 | Band 1
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  7. Eric Jensen
    Cooley LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2024 | Band 1
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  8. Richard A Kline
    Latham & Watkins LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2024 | Band 1
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Band 2
  1. Allison Spinner
    2
    Allison Spinner
    Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati
    Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2024 | Band 2 | 4 Years Ranked
    Allison Spinner displays strength in both issuer and underwriter representation on the full range of debt and equity offerings.
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  2. Dan Webb
    2
    Dan Webb
    Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP
    Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2024 | Band 2 | 4 Years Ranked
    Dan Webb provides counsel to industry-leading clients on a wide range of capital markets matters. His transactional skill set encompasses public and private offerings of debt and equity, including IPOs.
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  3. 2
    James Evans
    Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP
    Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2024 | Band 2 | 3 Years Ranked
    James Evans is particularly skilled at handling dept and equity transactions, with key experience including advising technology companies on their IPOs.
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  4. Jeff Saper
    2
    Jeff Saper
    Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati
    Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2024 | Band 2 | 21 Years Ranked
    Jeff Saper maintains a distinguished practice focused on securities transactions by technology and emerging growth companies. His expertise encompasses both issuer and underwriter representation.
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  5. 2
    John L Savva
    Sullivan & Cromwell LLP
    Sullivan & Cromwell LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2024 | Band 2 | 5 Years Ranked
    John Savva is recommended for his expert counsel on public and private offerings of debt and equity. He is experienced in a broad array of sectors, including technology, healthcare and financial services.
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  6. Michael Occhiolini
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    Michael Occhiolini
    Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati
    Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2024 | Band 2 | 3 Years Ranked
    Among Michael Occhiolini's noteworthy client base, he boasts widely recognized technology companies, who regularly turn to him for advice on a broad range of debt and equity transactions.
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  7. Stewart L McDowell
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    Stewart L McDowell
    Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP
    Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2024 | Band 2 | 5 Years Ranked
    Stewart McDowell's capital markets expertise encompasses the representation of issuers and underwriters on the full range of equity and debt offerings.
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  8. Tony Jeffries
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    Tony Jeffries
    Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati
    Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2024 | Band 2 | 5 Years Ranked
    Tony Jeffries is highly regarded for his advice on capital markets transactions. He is best known for his representation of technology companies, and their underwriters, on diverse securities offerings.
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  9. David Peinsipp
    Cooley LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2024 | Band 2
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  10. Gordon K Davidson
    Fenwick | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2024 | Band 2
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  11. Jeffrey R Vetter
    Gunderson Dettmer Stough Villeneuve Franklin & Hachigian | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2024 | Band 2
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  12. Shayne Kennedy
    Latham & Watkins LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2024 | Band 2
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  13. Steven B Stokdyk
    Latham & Watkins LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2024 | Band 2
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  14. Tad Freese
    Latham & Watkins LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2024 | Band 2
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Band 3
  1. 3
    Alison S Ressler
    Sullivan & Cromwell LLP
    Sullivan & Cromwell LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2024 | Band 3 | 13 Years Ranked
    Alison Ressler centers her practice on capital markets transactions, with an emphasis on debt and equity-based securities offerings. Her expertise in securities law is complemented by a wider M&A and private equity-based skill set.
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  2. 3
    Bill Hughes
    Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP
    Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2024 | Band 3 | 2 Years Ranked
    Bill Hughes advises on an array of debt and equity offerings. His client base includes both public and private companies.
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  3. Bradley Weber
    3
    Bradley Weber
    Goodwin
    Goodwin | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2024 | Band 3 | 4 Years Ranked
    Bradley Weber demonstrates strength in capital markets laws and frequently represents companies and investment banks in complex securities transactions.
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  4. 3
    Brett Cooper
    Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP
    Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2024 | Band 3 | 2 Years Ranked
    Brett Cooper is noted for his experience in securities law. His expertise covers equity financing, debt offerings and SPAC transactions.
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  5. Emily Roberts
    3
    Emily Roberts
    Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP
    Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2024 | Band 3 | 3 Years Ranked
    Emily Roberts is commended for her ability to advise household-name issuers and high-profile underwriters on the full range of debt and equity transactions.
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  6. Heidi Mayon
    3
    Heidi Mayon
    Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP
    Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2024 | Band 3 | 2 Years Ranked
    Heidi Mayon boasts notable experience of handling significant IPOs. Her clients stem from a broad range of industries including technology and energy.
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  7. Michelle Gasaway
    3
    Michelle Gasaway
    Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates
    Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2024 | Band 3 | 3 Years Ranked
    Michelle Gasaway has a comprehensive debt and equity practice, with notable capabilities in guiding clients through their IPOs, including advising special purpose acquisition companies on going public.
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  8. 3
    Patrick S Brown
    Sullivan & Cromwell LLP
    Sullivan & Cromwell LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2024 | Band 3 | 5 Years Ranked
    Patrick Brown regularly acts for major investment banks and corporations in a wide variety of sectors, including technology, healthcare and real estate.
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  9. Ryan A Murr
    3
    Ryan A Murr
    Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP
    Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2024 | Band 3 | 3 Years Ranked
    "Ryan is a phenomenal lawyer. He is incredibly smart and he always provides valuable input on legal questions as well as business and strategic advice."
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  10. 3
    Sarah P. Payne
    Sullivan & Cromwell LLP
    Sullivan & Cromwell LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2024 | Band 3 | 5 Years Ranked
    Sarah Payne is recognized for her extensive capabilities on wide-ranging capital markets matters. She is particularly skilled at advising on IPOs and secondary offerings.
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  11. Sharon R Flanagan
    3
    Sharon R Flanagan
    Sidley Austin LLP
    Sidley Austin LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2024 | Band 3 | 5 Years Ranked
    Sharon Flanagan focuses her practice on securities offerings in the technology and life sciences industries. She frequently represents issuers and underwriters in IPOs and other equity offerings, as well as various debt issuances.
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  12. Thomas J. Ivey
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    Thomas J. Ivey
    Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates
    Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2024 | Band 3 | 5 Years Ranked
    Thomas Ivey represents a broad client base, including financial advisers, investment banks and companies in the technology industry, on diverse capital markets matters.
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  13. Amanda Rose
    Fenwick | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2024 | Band 3
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  14. Cheston Larson
    Latham & Watkins LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2024 | Band 3
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  15. Gian-Michele a Marca
    Cooley LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2024 | Band 3
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  16. John-Paul Motley
    Cooley LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2024 | Band 3
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  17. Jon Avina
    Cooley LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2024 | Band 3
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  18. Monica J Shilling
    Kirkland & Ellis LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2024 | Band 3
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  19. Pippa Bond
    Kirkland & Ellis LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2024 | Band 3
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  20. Robert A Freedman
    Fenwick | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2024 | Band 3
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Band 4
  1. Erik Franks
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    Erik Franks
    Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati
    Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2024 | Band 4 | 4 Years Ranked
    Erik Franks has an impressive practice that sees him advise some of the best-known technology companies and investment banks on major offerings of debt and equity, including convertible debt.
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  2. 4
    Jeffrey T. Hartlin
    Paul Hastings LLP
    Paul Hastings LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2024 | Band 4 | 1 Years Ranked
    Jeffrey Hartlin has notable experience advising clients in the biopharmaceutical industry on IPOs and debt offerings, among other issues.
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  3. Andrew Williamson
    Cooley LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2024 | Band 4
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  4. Calise Cheng
    Cooley LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2024 | Band 4
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  5. Jonie Kondracki
    Cooley LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2024 | Band 4
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  6. Kristin VanderPas
    Cooley LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2024 | Band 4
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  7. Lewis Kneib
    Latham & Watkins LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2024 | Band 4
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  8. Sarah Axtell
    Latham & Watkins LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2024 | Band 4
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Up and Coming
  1. U
    Lisa Stimmell
    Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati
    Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2024 | Up and Coming | 1 Years Ranked
    Lisa Stimmell is an up-and-coming partner in Wilson Sonsini's Palo Alto office. She has broad experience in debt and equity matters, with a strong record advising on public offerings, both on the issuer and underwriter side.
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  2. Denny Won
    Cooley LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2024 | Up and Coming
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  3. Julia Forbess
    Fenwick | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2024 | Up and Coming
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  4. Ran Ben-Tzur
    Fenwick | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2024 | Up and Coming
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  5. Siana Lowrey
    Cooley LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2024 | Up and Coming
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