An Intro to Wilson Sonsini's Litigation Department

Get to know Wilson Sonsini's litigation department straight from the people who lead it. In this panel discussion, Wilson Sonsini Co-CEO Caz Hashemi is joined by partners Tom Wakefield, Evan Seite, Jim Yoon, Tait Graves, Susannah Howard, and Melissa Mills to talk about their paths into law, why they chose Wilson Sonsini, and the cases that have defined their careers, from trade secret disputes and patent trials to the YouTube social media addiction trial and high-profile employment matters. The panel also digs into what makes the firm's litigation practice distinct: direct access to clients ranging from startups to companies like Google and OpenAI, a culture of mentorship and candid feedback, and the range of experience associates get across small and large cases. The attorneys close with practical advice for summer associates and law students on building expertise, taking ownership of their careers, and making the most of opportunities at the firm. Learn more: Wilson Sonsini Careers: https://careers.wsgr.com/ Wilson Sonsini Litigation Department: https://www.wsgr.com/en/services/prac... Caz Hashemi: wsgr.com/en/people/caz-hashemi.html Evan Seite: wsgr.com/en/people/evan-l-seite.html Jim Yoon: wsgr.com/en/people/james-c-yoon.html Melissa Mills: wsgr.com/en/people/melissa-mills.html Susannah Howard: wsgr.com/en/people/susannah-k-howard.html Tait Graves: wsgr.com/en/people/charles-tait-graves.html Tom Wakefield: wsgr.com/en/people/thomas-r-wakefield.html