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6.04.26
Wilson Sonsini Practices, Attorneys Recognized in 2026 Chambers USA Guide
The 2026 Chambers USA guide has recognized Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati as a leading law firm in 44 geography-specific practice categories and named 87 Wilson Sonsini attorneys among the best in their fields. This year, the firm received four new practice area rankings, including in the nationwide National Security and Capital Markets: Convertible Debt categories, and three improved practice area rankings.
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6.01.26
Firm Advises Edgewise Therapeutics on Its Sale of Sevasemten for up to $2.65 Billion
On June 1, 2026, Edgewise Therapeutics, a leading muscle disease biopharmaceutical company, announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement under which Servier, an independent international pharmaceutical group governed by a foundation, will acquire sevasemten, an orally administered fast skeletal myosin inhibitor in late-stage clinical trials in Becker and Duchenne muscular dystrophies, and Edgewise's muscular dystrophy business for $1.55 billion in upfront cash consideration and up to $1.1 billion in additional milestone payments, for aggregate potential consideration of up to $2.65 billion. The transaction strengthens Edgewise’s balance sheet, providing enhanced financial flexibility and sharpening the company’s strategic focus to accelerate and unlock the full potential of its cardiovascular pipeline. Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati advised Edgewise on the transaction.
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4.17.26
Firm Advises Neurona Therapeutics on Acquisition by UCB
On April 17, 2026, UCB, a global biopharmaceutical company, announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement under which UCB would acquire Neurona Therapeutics, including lead asset NRTX-1001, adding to UCB’s epilepsy portfolio. Neurona Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biotherapeutics company focused on advancing regenerative cell therapies for epilepsies and other disorders of the nervous system. Under the terms of the agreement, UCB will pay $650 million upfront and up to $500 million in potential future milestone payments, subject to certain closing conditions. Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati advised Neurona on the transaction.
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4.14.26
Firm Advises Getlabs on Acquisition by Function
On April 8, 2026, Function Health announced it has acquired Getlabs, a leading mobile healthcare platform that brings licensed specialists directly to one's location. The acquisition allows for the continuation of Getlab’s nationwide network of providers, health systems, and partners, while advancing Function's broader commitment to making healthcare more accessible by building experiences around member needs. Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati advised Getlabs on the transaction.
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4.09.26
Wilson Sonsini Advises Forte Biosciences on $150 Million Public Offering
On April 8, 2026, Forte Biosciences, Inc., a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on autoimmune and autoimmune-related diseases, announced the pricing of a public offering of 5,709,936 shares of its common stock at a price to the public of $26.27 per share. The gross proceeds from the offering are expected to be approximately $150 million before deducting underwriting discounts and commissions and other offering expenses. Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati advised Forte Biosciences on the transaction.
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4.06.26
Wilson Sonsini Advises Soleno Therapeutics on $2.9 Billion Acquisition by Neurocrine
On April 6, 2026, Neurocrine Biosciences and Soleno Therapeutics announced that Neurocrine has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Soleno for $53.00 per share in cash, representing a total transaction equity value of $2.9 billion. Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati is advising Soleno on the transaction.
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3.27.26
Wilson Sonsini Advises Excellergy on $2 Billion Acquisition by Novartis
On March 27, 2026, Excellergy, a biotechnology company developing a novel class of allergy therapeutics, announced it will be acquired by Novartis in a transaction with a total potential value of up to $2 billion in upfront and milestone payments. The acquisition brings together Excellergy's novel trifunctional ECRIs with the development expertise of Novartis. Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati advised Excellergy on the transaction.
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3.09.26
Wilson Sonsini Advises Lead Investor on SHINE’s $240 Million Equity Funding
On February 27, 2026, SHINE Technologies, a nuclear fusion company, announced it has raised $240 million in equity funding led by NantWorks founder Dr. Patrick Soon-Shiong, with additional participation from Fidelity Management & Research Company, Sumitomo Corporation of Americas, Pelican Energy Partners, Deerfield Management, Oaktree Capital Management, and other existing investors. Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati advised lead investor OZ Shine LLC—a new investment company led by Dr. Soon-Shiong—on the transaction.
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2.19.26
Firm Advises Ekso Bionics on Contribution and Exchange Agreement with Applied Digital
On February 15, 2026, Applied Digital entered into a Contribution and Exchange Agreement to combine its cloud subsidiary, Applied Digital Cloud Corporation, with Ekso Bionics. At closing, Ekso will operate as the parent of the combined company and will change its name to ChronoScale Company. Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati is advising Ekso on the transaction.
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2.05.26
Wilson Sonsini Advises SpyGlass Pharma on $150 Million IPO
On February 5, 2026, SpyGlass Pharma, Inc., a late-stage biopharmaceutical company, announced the pricing of its initial public offering of 9,375,000 shares of its common stock at a public offering price of $16.00 per share. The aggregate gross proceeds from the offering, before deducting underwriting discounts and commissions and other offering expenses payable by SpyGlass Pharma, are expected to be approximately $150 million. Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati advised SpyGlass Pharma on the transaction.
SpyGlass Pharma has granted the underwriters a 30-day option to purchase up to an additional 1,406,250 shares of common stock at the initial public offering price, less underwriting discounts and commissions. All shares of common stock are being offered by SpyGlass Pharma. SpyGlass Pharma’s common stock is expected to begin trading on the Nasdaq Global Select Market on February 6, 2026, under the ticker symbol “SGP.” The offering is expected to close on February 9, 2026, subject to the satisfaction of customary closing conditions.
The Wilson Sonsini team that advised SpyGlass Pharma includes:
SpyGlass Pharma has granted the underwriters a 30-day option to purchase up to an additional 1,406,250 shares of common stock at the initial public offering price, less underwriting discounts and commissions. All shares of common stock are being offered by SpyGlass Pharma. SpyGlass Pharma’s common stock is expected to begin trading on the Nasdaq Global Select Market on February 6, 2026, under the ticker symbol “SGP.” The offering is expected to close on February 9, 2026, subject to the satisfaction of customary closing conditions.
The Wilson Sonsini team that advised SpyGlass Pharma includes: