With the increasing level of shareholder activism and contests for corporate control, clients have turned to attorneys in Wilson Sonsini's corporate law and governance practice who have extensive experience advising on and responding to shareholder activist efforts. Hear from the co-leaders of our shareholder activism and engagement practice, Sebastian Alsheimer, experienced in representing activists, and Doug Schnell, focused on representing companies in activism response, for diverse perspectives on shareholder activism.
Wilson Sonsini has been certified by the State Bar of Utah Continuing Legal Education Board as an Accredited Provider. The following CLE credit is being provided:
CLE credit will be applied for in other states upon request.
Shelly Jackson
shelly.jackson@wsgr.comSebastian Alsheimer is a corporate partner in the New York office of Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati. He is a leader of the firm’s shareholder engagement and activism practice, focusing on shareholder activism, proxy contests, corporate governance, and mergers and acquisitions.
Doug focuses his practice on shareholder activism, mergers and acquisitions (both negotiated and contested), and corporate governance.