New York

Daytime photo of the Manhattan skyline, with the Chrysler building in the center.
Number of Attorneys:
120+*
Number of Other Employees:
60*
High Temperature (Avg.):
85°F
Low Temperature (Avg.):
28°F

* as of 4/2/25

1301 Avenue of the Americas
40th Floor
New York
NY
10019-6022
US

High-profile litigation. Groundbreaking life sciences technologies. Midtown skylines. And so much more. Our New York office: if you can make it here…

This is where everything you hoped for from a career in the law comes together: titans of industry, cutting-edge technology and innovation, high-stakes legal work, and a bustling city lifestyle with all the arts, culture, and great food you can handle. 

Our New York office brings the best of Wilson Sonsini to the Big Apple, and the firm’s full suite of capabilities are represented here: litigation, corporate and transactions, and regulatory. 

But New York offers more than just exciting legal work. It gives you access to incredible experience in a host of exciting, evolving industries: life sciences and technology (of course—we’re Wilson Sonsini), investment banking and financial services, communications and networking, media and entertainment, consumer retail, and more.

Our New York summer class usually consists of up to 10 associates, primarily focused on our antitrust, corporate, IP litigation, patents, and white collar practices.


Join Our Team

Office:
New York
Palo Alto
Department:
Human Resources

The firm is looking for an HR Operations Specialist who is responsible for ensuring smooth and compliant HR processes across the employee lifecycle. This role primarily oversees and specializes in background checks and helps with new hire onboarding and the implementation of HR policies and procedures. The specialist also supports key initiatives such as performance reviews, employee data management, and compliance audits. Strong attention to detail, knowledge of employment regulations, and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion are essential.

Office:
New York
Department:
Corporate
Executive Assistants
Technology Transactions

Wilson Sonsini has an exciting opening for a highly skilled Executive Assistant in our New York office. This senior-level position provides critical support to multiple attorneys in our Corporate and Technology Transactions groups. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and thrives on ensuring that attorneys are fully supported.

Office:
Multiple locations
Department:
Human Resources

We have an exciting opportunity for a Manager, Compensation to join our team to lead strategic initiatives that directly impact our firm’s ability to compete for the best professionals in the market. You will have an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on our talent strategy while advancing your career in a supportive, growth-oriented environment.

Office:
Multiple locations
Department:
Finance and Accounting

The firm has an attractive opening for a Financial Analyst to join the Finance team. Under the direction of the Manager of Financial Analysis & Automation, this role will provide a chance to work as well as understand the financial reporting needs and deliver high quality analysis. This position is available as a hybrid work schedule.

More Opportunities

If you would like to submit an application to Wilson Sonsini, but do not see an active posting for the office or practice you are interested in, please apply here.

Did you know?

Mentoring and training are part of our core values. We are committed to building the next generation of attorney and staff to ensure the future success of the firm. We do this while honoring the legacy of our senior colleagues and our deep roots in the client base we serve.