The unique history of Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati closely traces the birth and evolution of Silicon Valley.For more than 60 years, Wilson Sonsini has maintained an active role in Silicon Valley’s technology ecosystem and has represented technology pioneers and innovators, life sciences trailblazers shaping the future of healthcare, and the funding sources that support them. Today, with over 1000 attorneys, Wilson Sonsini is synonymous with ushering promising and innovative technology and life sciences companies through their business life cycle.
The firm’s position as the leading provider of legal services to technology and life sciences clients was earned by representing the disruptive, market-creating companies that influenced every milestone marking an evolution in technology—from the semiconductor, computer, and software pioneers of the 1970s and 1980s to today’s life sciences, internet, and social media innovators.
Professional Development for Every Stage of Your Career
With innovative training and professional development programs for attorneys, patent agents, and professional staff, Wilson Sonsini gives you the resources and support you need to keep learning, keep progressing, and keep advancing in your career.
Wilson Sonsini’s professional and career development programs range from substantive legal training to career coaching to business skills like client management and networking. The firm’s goal is to foster a robust, dynamic community of legal professionals who support, teach, and help one another throughout the entirety of their careers.
The professional development department provides engaging and timely training to help attorneys stay current in their practice areas and flexible in their practices. The career development department gives attorneys confidential individualized career guidance and coaching to help them develop the careers they want.
A Commitment to Action on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are not an achievement. They are not a finish line to reach and forget about. At Wilson Sonsini, they are a core value to inhabit, act on, and celebrate each day.
Wilson Sonsini approaches diversity as a naturally integrated facet of their business culture and incorporates diversity considerations into all talent management practices, including recruiting, hiring, reviews, partner promotions, and retention. The approach has helped foster a culture in which diversity thrives—a quality that is substantiated by the firm’s top rankings and recognition in key diversity benchmarks.
As part of the firm’s commitment to an inclusive work environment, they have established several Affinity Groups that provide opportunities for attorneys and staff to connect across offices, build relationships, access mentors and become more involved and visible at the firm. Allies are also welcomeand encouraged to participate in Affinity Groups by listening to the experiences of others.
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Pro Bono and Community Service
Year after year, Wilson Sonsini’s commitment to pro bono representation and community service activities is demonstrated through local, national, and international efforts aimed at making a meaningful, lasting difference for the underrepresented and underserved.
Wilson Sonsini participates in the annual Pro Bono Institute’s law firm challenge, which encourages firms to devote 3 percent of their total billable hours to pro bono activities.In 2023, Wilson Sonsini attorneys and staff provided more than 95,000 pro bono hours.
The firm’s attorneys have provided pro bono assistance to approximately 400 nonprofit agencies in fields such as healthcare, education, the arts, and the environment, as well as to numerous individuals.
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