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Tyler Kivley
Associate
Corporate
Palo Alto
tkivley@wsgr.com

D650-565-3616

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Tyler Kivley is an associate in the Palo Alto office of Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati, where he advises innovative companies in the life sciences and technology sectors at every stage of growth. He brings deep experience in corporate and securities law, guiding both public and private companies through a wide range of matters, including public offerings, SEC reporting and compliance, venture capital financings, corporate formation, and general corporate governance. Tyler has also advised clients on M&A transactions and securities issuances connected to strategic collaborations and partnerships. With a strong track record across high-growth and established enterprises, Tyler provides practical, business-oriented counsel tailored to the unique needs of emerging and market-leading companies alike.

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Tyler Kivley is an associate in the Palo Alto office of Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati, where he advises innovative companies in the life sciences and technology sectors at every stage of growth. He brings deep experience in corporate and securities law, guiding both public and private companies through a wide range of matters, including public offerings, SEC reporting and compliance, venture capital financings, corporate formation, and general corporate governance. Tyler has also advised clients on M&A transactions and securities issuances connected to strategic collaborations and partnerships. With a strong track record across high-growth and established enterprises, Tyler provides practical, business-oriented counsel tailored to the unique needs of emerging and market-leading companies alike.

Education
  • J.D., J. Reuben Clark Law School, Brigham Young University, 2020

    Magna Cum Laude; Lead Articles Editor, BYU Law Review

  • B.S., Economics, Brigham Young University, 2017
Admissions
  • State Bar of California
Credentials
Education
  • J.D., J. Reuben Clark Law School, Brigham Young University, 2020

    Magna Cum Laude; Lead Articles Editor, BYU Law Review

  • B.S., Economics, Brigham Young University, 2017
Admissions
  • State Bar of California
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  • Corporate
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