Events
Search Results
Speaking Engagements
5.07.26
ABA Section of Taxation 2026 May Meeting
The May Tax Meeting is the Section’s largest and the premier event for lawyers interested in all aspects of tax law. Join us in Washington, DC to learn from and meet with the country's leading tax attorneys and government officials, discussing the latest federal, state, and local tax policies and more.
Affiliated Programs
9.16.25
A Conversation About Private Company Compensation
Wilson Sonsini and J.Thelander Consulting invite you to an in-depth compensation discussion followed by a networking reception. Wilson Sonsini partners Martin Luff and Fleur Benns – joined by Jody Thelander (Founder & CEO, J.Thelander Consulting) and Heather Preston (Senior Advisor, TPG) – will share real-time global compensation data, trends, and analysis for privately held life science and tech companies. We will examine all aspects of compensation and planning, as well as legal strategies covering your current and future needs, including:
Speaking Engagements
5.08.25
ABA Section of Taxation 2025 May Meeting
The May Tax Meeting is the Section’s largest and the premier event for lawyers interested in all aspects of tax law. Join us in Washington, D.C. to learn from and meet with the country's leading tax attorneys and government officials, discussing the latest federal, state, and local tax policies and more.
Affiliated Programs
5.06.25
West Coast NextGen VC Forum
LaunchBio’s NextGen VC Forum is the premier event for venture capital professionals to deepen their knowledge of the life science and biotech sectors while building meaningful connections across the industry. The forum features expert led sessions that offer practical insights into evaluating, supporting, and scaling science-backed startups. Networking is built into the program to help participants expand their reach and grow their networks. Co-created with LaunchBio, the half-day forum includes a networking lunch, three interactive one-hour sessions, and a closing happy hour.
Affiliated Programs
11.14.24
NextGen VC Forum - NYC 2024
LaunchBio’s NextGen VC Forum is the premiere event for mid-level venture capital associates to expand their skills and expertise while growing their network. Attendees benefit from curated education sessions from industry leaders to supplement existing expertise. Networking is essential in sourcing deals and one of the primary roles for associates, we’ve built it into the program for participants to be able to walk away with new life science and biotech contacts. The half-day forum created with Wilson Sonsini includes a networking lunch, three one-hour sessions, and a happy hour.
Speaking Engagements
11.13.24
Tax Strategies for Corporate Acquisitions, Dispositions, Spin-Offs, Joint Ventures, Financings, Reorganizations & Restructurings 2024
Wilson Sonsini partner David Strong will be appearing on the panel, "Interesting Corporate Transactions of the Past Year" which will review recent M&A transactions. After completing this session, participants will be able to:
Affiliated Programs
11.04.24
The 40th Annual TEI-SJSU High Tech Tax Institute
Wilson Sonsini is proud to sponsor the annual TEI-SJSU High Tech Tax Institute - a 2-day conference held every November. The 40th Annual TEI-SJSU High Tech Tax Institute on November 4 - 5, 2024 offers a deep dive into key tax topics relevant to high tech companies. This in-person event is designed for tax pros from corporate tax departments, CPA and law firms, the IRS and state tax agencies who deal with high tech businesses. It is held at the Crowne Plaza Cabana in Palo Alto (4290 El Camino Real). The 2024 topics include Pillar 2, international tax developments, equity compensation, R&D capitalization continues, federal tax controversy, ASC 740 updates, AI applications in the tax department, the future of the corporate tax department, and more. We are pleased to have two outstanding keynote presenters to provide the latest on IRS activities and the DC legislative picture. On Monday November 4, IRS Commissioner Danny Werfel will speak at lunch. And on Tuesday November 5, Dave Kautter, former Assistant Secretary of Tax Policy at Treasury will speak at lunch.
Affiliated Programs
10.08.24
NextGen VC Forum - Boston
LaunchBio’s NextGen VC Forum is the premiere event for mid-level venture capital associates to expand their skills and expertise while growing their network. Attendees benefit from curated education sessions from industry leaders to supplement existing expertise. Networking is essential in sourcing deals and one of the primary roles for associates, we’ve built it into the program for participants to be able to walk away with new life science and biotech contacts. The half-day forum created with Wilson Sonsini includes a networking lunch, three one-hour sessions, and a happy hour. View the event flyer here.
Speaking Engagements
5.02.24
ABA Section of Taxation 2024 May Meeting
The May Tax Meeting is the ABA Tax Section’s largest and premier event for lawyers interested in all aspects of tax law. Join us in Washington, D.C. to learn from and meet with the country's leading tax attorneys and government officials, discussing the latest federal, state, and local tax policies and more. Registered attendees have access to all CLE and CPE programming, including ethics, presented by over 30 Tax Section committees. In addition to high-level programming, the meeting offers numerous opportunities for participants to network, exchange ideas, and build new business relationships. During the event, Wilson Sonsini partner Dave Strong will be participating on the panel “Excise Tax on Stock Buybacks,” and associate Brandon King will be a participant on “Structuring Transactions: An Introduction and Overview” and “Stepping Back into the Step-Transaction Doctrine.”