On October 16, 2023, The San Diego Business Journal released its 2023 “Top 100 Leaders in Law” honorees, which included the recognition of Wilson Sonsini partners Karen Deschaine and Zachary Myers and an accompanying feature that highlights the careers of both attorneys.

With a 15-year track record, Karen is noted for her mergers and acquisition practice and successfully representing biotechnology and therapeutics clients through their life cycles. She has advised dozens of early-stage biotechnology companies in successful millions of dollars raises. With her credibility among women and veteran lawyers, Karen expects to spend a portion of her time helping women and veterans succeed at the firm.

Zach is recognized as a “go to” attorney for private and public companies in the technology and life sciences sectors in Southern California. He has assisted numerous clients that have gone public, listing on the New York Stock Exchange and NASDAQ markets. He also engages in sophisticated M&A transactions, representing clients in the sale or purchase of their business.

To view the complete list of winners, please see the San Diego Business Journal's 2023 special edition on “Top 100 Leaders in Law.”