Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati
Attorney, Office of the General Counsel
Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati, Palo Alto, California, United States, 94306
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You could be just the right applicant for this job Read all associated information and make sure to apply. Wilson Sonsini is the premier legal advisor to technology, life sciences, and other growth enterprises worldwide. We represent companies at every stage of development, from entrepreneurial start-ups to multibillion-dollar global corporations, as well as the venture firms, private equity firms, and investment banks that finance and advise them. The firm has approximately 1,100 attorneys in 17 offices: 13 in the U.S., two in China, and two in Europe. Our broad spectrum of practices and entrepreneurial spirit allow our staff exceptional opportunities for professional achievement and career growth. Wilson Sonsini’s Office of the General Counsel (OGC) is seeking a dedicated, skilled and entrepreneurial attorney to join our growing team. As the fifth attorney in the OGC, the Attorney in the Office of General Counsel, will work closely with other members of the OGC and the New Business and Conflicts Department to help manage the Firm’s legal operations while supporting attorneys and business professionals throughout the firm. This position will be involved in handling a wide array of risk matters with a focus on conflicts clearance and waivers, reviewing and negotiating outside counsel guidelines and other agreements, and discovery-related matters. This position is available on a full-time or part-time schedule, and can be hybrid or fully remote. Key Responsibilities Draft engagement letters, conflict waivers, ethical wall memoranda, secondment agreements, and related documents. Analyze and resolve conflicts of interest and other ethical issues that often arise in context of new matters and new clients. Review, revise and negotiate engagement letters, waivers, outside counsel guidelines and related agreements. Assist in reviewing and updating firm policies and templates. General support for the wide array of risk management duties performed by the Office of the General Counsel. Prepare training materials for attorneys and professional staff. Requirements Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school. Active bar license in your state of residence or a jurisdiction in which Wilson Sonsini has an office. 3+ years of law firm experience in litigation or conflicts clearance, risk management, governance, compliance or related matters. Strong ability to work independently and collaboratively with lawyers and departments across the firm while managing shifting priorities. Strong analytical, problem-solving, research, writing, organizational, and communication skills. Commitment to excellent client service. Excellent discretion and professionalism. The primary location for this job posting is in Palo Alto. The actual base pay offered will depend upon a variety of factors, including but not limited to the selected candidate’s qualifications, years of relevant experience, level of education, professional certifications and licenses, and work location. The anticipated pay range for this position is as follows: $176,375 - $238,625 per year. The compensation for this position may include a discretionary year-end merit bonus based on performance. We offer a highly competitive salary and benefits package. Benefits information can be found here . Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). For more information about careers at Wilson Sonsini, visit: Wilson Sonsini is the premier legal advisor to technology, life sciences, and growth enterprises worldwide, as well as the venture firms, private equity firms, and investment banks that finance them. We represent more than 300 public enterprises and 3,000 private companies in a wide range of today’s cutting-edge industries, from AI and fintech to life sciences and mobility . For more than 60 years, our attorneys and professional staff have created a unique working environment. With deep roots in the fast-paced and innovative world of Silicon Valley, the firm fosters an entrepreneurial spirit and team-oriented approach for all employees, providing professional and personal development opportunities and encouraging all departments to promote a stable and optimal work/life balance. Wilson Sonsini is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce globally. We have built a culture in which employees of all backgrounds, viewpoints, and experiences are encouraged and empowered to achieve their maximum potential. Our firm is consistently recognized among the top law firms in annual diversity rankings. For example, W ilson Sonsini ranked No. 2 among firms with more than 600 attorneys in
Law360’s
2023 Diversity Snapshot. Additionally, in 2024, for the sixth consecutive year, Wilson Sonsini achieved Mansfield Plus Certification, and in 2023, for the fourth consecutive year, the firm achieved a top score of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s Corporate Equality Index. We are also dedicated to enhancing the communities in which we live and work by providing legal services, financial support, and volunteer services to worthy agencies and individuals in need. In 2023, Wilson Sonsini attorneys and staff provided more than 95,000 pro bono hours. and participated in more than 140 community service projects. The Wilson Sonsini Foundation contributed nearly $2 million to almost 120 law-related organizations and nearly 160 community organizations in 2023. Wilson Sonsini has 17 offices in 17 technology and business hubs worldwide.
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You could be just the right applicant for this job Read all associated information and make sure to apply. Wilson Sonsini is the premier legal advisor to technology, life sciences, and other growth enterprises worldwide. We represent companies at every stage of development, from entrepreneurial start-ups to multibillion-dollar global corporations, as well as the venture firms, private equity firms, and investment banks that finance and advise them. The firm has approximately 1,100 attorneys in 17 offices: 13 in the U.S., two in China, and two in Europe. Our broad spectrum of practices and entrepreneurial spirit allow our staff exceptional opportunities for professional achievement and career growth. Wilson Sonsini’s Office of the General Counsel (OGC) is seeking a dedicated, skilled and entrepreneurial attorney to join our growing team. As the fifth attorney in the OGC, the Attorney in the Office of General Counsel, will work closely with other members of the OGC and the New Business and Conflicts Department to help manage the Firm’s legal operations while supporting attorneys and business professionals throughout the firm. This position will be involved in handling a wide array of risk matters with a focus on conflicts clearance and waivers, reviewing and negotiating outside counsel guidelines and other agreements, and discovery-related matters. This position is available on a full-time or part-time schedule, and can be hybrid or fully remote. Key Responsibilities Draft engagement letters, conflict waivers, ethical wall memoranda, secondment agreements, and related documents. Analyze and resolve conflicts of interest and other ethical issues that often arise in context of new matters and new clients. Review, revise and negotiate engagement letters, waivers, outside counsel guidelines and related agreements. Assist in reviewing and updating firm policies and templates. General support for the wide array of risk management duties performed by the Office of the General Counsel. Prepare training materials for attorneys and professional staff. Requirements Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school. Active bar license in your state of residence or a jurisdiction in which Wilson Sonsini has an office. 3+ years of law firm experience in litigation or conflicts clearance, risk management, governance, compliance or related matters. Strong ability to work independently and collaboratively with lawyers and departments across the firm while managing shifting priorities. Strong analytical, problem-solving, research, writing, organizational, and communication skills. Commitment to excellent client service. Excellent discretion and professionalism. The primary location for this job posting is in Palo Alto. The actual base pay offered will depend upon a variety of factors, including but not limited to the selected candidate’s qualifications, years of relevant experience, level of education, professional certifications and licenses, and work location. The anticipated pay range for this position is as follows: $176,375 - $238,625 per year. The compensation for this position may include a discretionary year-end merit bonus based on performance. We offer a highly competitive salary and benefits package. Benefits information can be found here . Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). For more information about careers at Wilson Sonsini, visit: Wilson Sonsini is the premier legal advisor to technology, life sciences, and growth enterprises worldwide, as well as the venture firms, private equity firms, and investment banks that finance them. We represent more than 300 public enterprises and 3,000 private companies in a wide range of today’s cutting-edge industries, from AI and fintech to life sciences and mobility . For more than 60 years, our attorneys and professional staff have created a unique working environment. With deep roots in the fast-paced and innovative world of Silicon Valley, the firm fosters an entrepreneurial spirit and team-oriented approach for all employees, providing professional and personal development opportunities and encouraging all departments to promote a stable and optimal work/life balance. Wilson Sonsini is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce globally. We have built a culture in which employees of all backgrounds, viewpoints, and experiences are encouraged and empowered to achieve their maximum potential. Our firm is consistently recognized among the top law firms in annual diversity rankings. For example, W ilson Sonsini ranked No. 2 among firms with more than 600 attorneys in
Law360’s
2023 Diversity Snapshot. Additionally, in 2024, for the sixth consecutive year, Wilson Sonsini achieved Mansfield Plus Certification, and in 2023, for the fourth consecutive year, the firm achieved a top score of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s Corporate Equality Index. We are also dedicated to enhancing the communities in which we live and work by providing legal services, financial support, and volunteer services to worthy agencies and individuals in need. In 2023, Wilson Sonsini attorneys and staff provided more than 95,000 pro bono hours. and participated in more than 140 community service projects. The Wilson Sonsini Foundation contributed nearly $2 million to almost 120 law-related organizations and nearly 160 community organizations in 2023. Wilson Sonsini has 17 offices in 17 technology and business hubs worldwide.
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