Wilson Sonsini is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions solely based on merit and business needs. The Firm does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), national origin, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 years and over), ancestry, marital status, veteran and/or military status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, protected medical leaves (requesting or approved for leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act or the California Family Rights Act), domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, or any other legally protected status protected by state or federal law. This policy applies not only to recruiting and hiring, but also to compensation, benefits, training, promotions, and other conditions of employment.