Kelly Stern is an associate in the Century City office of Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati, where she focuses on corporate and securities law. In particular, Kelly advises emerging companies and their investors at all stages of growth, including formation, funding, and exit.
Experience
Kelly Stern is an associate in the Century City office of Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati, where she focuses on corporate and securities law. In particular, Kelly advises emerging companies and their investors at all stages of growth, including formation, funding, and exit.
Education
- J.D., University of Chicago Law School
- B.A., English, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
Admissions
- State Bar of California
Credentials
Education
- J.D., University of Chicago Law School
- B.A., English, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
Admissions
- State Bar of California
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Wilson Sonsini Advises Cylinder Health on $105 Million Acquisition by Hinge Health
On August 4, 2026, Hinge Health, a digital healthcare company, announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Cylinder Health, a leader in virtual-first digestive healthcare, for $105 million in cash consideration. Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati advised Cylinder Health on the transaction.
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Wilson Sonsini Advises Sans Strings Studio on $5.5 Million Series Seed Financing
On March 25, 2026, animation and gaming company Sans Strings Studio announced that it has closed a $5.5 million Series Seed round. The financing was led by Red River West, with participation from a16z speedrun, Sisu Game Ventures, Kima Ventures, and several angel investors. Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati advised Sans Strings on the transaction.
Founded by Ryan Corniel, with his extensive background spanning from graphic design to VR development, and Sébastien Deguy, an Academy Award and Emmy-winning pioneer in computer graphics, Sans Strings Studio represents a fusion of creative vision and technical innovation that aims to shape the future of real-time interactive production. The company built F.E.L.T. (Fuzz-E Logic Toolset), a real-time performance system designed to put creators back in the driver's seat of animation and game development, which is the driver of its flagship project, “Felt That: Boxing.”
The Wilson Sonsini team that advised Sans String on the financing includes Jonathan Chan, Mark Baudler, Lauren Lichtblau, Peter Bratton, Utsav Lall, Joseph Auer, and Kelly Stern.
Founded by Ryan Corniel, with his extensive background spanning from graphic design to VR development, and Sébastien Deguy, an Academy Award and Emmy-winning pioneer in computer graphics, Sans Strings Studio represents a fusion of creative vision and technical innovation that aims to shape the future of real-time interactive production. The company built F.E.L.T. (Fuzz-E Logic Toolset), a real-time performance system designed to put creators back in the driver's seat of animation and game development, which is the driver of its flagship project, “Felt That: Boxing.”
The Wilson Sonsini team that advised Sans String on the financing includes Jonathan Chan, Mark Baudler, Lauren Lichtblau, Peter Bratton, Utsav Lall, Joseph Auer, and Kelly Stern.
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Startup Launchpad: Empowering Growth Through Technology & Innovation #EarlyStageLA
Wilson Sonsini is the proud presenting sponsor of #EarlyStageLA. Join us for an exciting and dynamic evening at the Startup Launchpad, where innovation meets opportunity and investment. This event is tailored for growing startups seeking to raise capital, scale their businesses, and connect with potential investors. Attendees will gain invaluable insights from industry leaders in technology, finance, legal, and HR, as well as opportunities to pitch their companies to investors and forge strategic partnerships.
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#EarlyStageLA Launch Party: Presented by Pyrium by StartupStarter x Wilson Sonsini
Wilson Sonsini is the proud presenting sponsor of Early Stage Los Angeles. Join us for the #EarlyStageLA Launch Party, a landmark event designed to kickstart a transformative initiative for early-stage startups in the Los Angeles metropolitan area. This event marks the beginning of the city-wide effort to activate brand partnerships, venture capital funds, accelerators, universities, and promising startups, driving significant investment into the region's entrepreneurial ecosystem.
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