Wilson Sonsini Sells Legal Technology Subsidiary SixFifty
July 30, 2025 — Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati, a prominent U.S. law firm known for its work with technology and startup companies, has announced the sale of its legal technology subsidiary, SixFifty, to an undisclosed buyer. The move marks a strategic shift for the firm as it refocuses on its core legal services amid a rapidly evolving legal tech landscape.
SixFifty, launched in 2019, specializes in providing automated legal solutions, including contract generation, compliance tools, and HR document automation for businesses. The subsidiary gained attention for its user-friendly platforms that aimed to streamline legal processes for startups and enterprises alike. However, recent posts on X and industry reports indicate that Wilson Sonsini has decided to divest the subsidiary to better align its resources with its primary legal practice.
The decision comes at a time when the legal technology sector is experiencing both growth and consolidation. While SixFifty’s tools were well-regarded, the competitive market for legal tech solutions has intensified, with larger players and new entrants vying for dominance. Industry observers suggest that Wilson Sonsini’s sale reflects a broader trend among law firms to prioritize high-value legal advisory services over in-house technology development.
“We are proud of the innovative solutions SixFifty brought to the market, but this sale allows us to focus on delivering exceptional legal counsel to our clients,” a Wilson Sonsini spokesperson said in a statement. Details of the transaction, including the buyer and financial terms, were not disclosed.
The sale has sparked discussion within the U.S. legal and tech communities, with some analysts viewing it as a pragmatic move to shed non-core assets. Others speculate that the buyer may leverage SixFifty’s technology to expand its own legal tech offerings, potentially integrating the platform into a larger ecosystem of business solutions.
As the legal tech sector continues to evolve, Wilson Sonsini’s decision underscores the challenges and opportunities facing traditional law firms in balancing innovation with their foundational expertise. The firm has not indicated plans to exit the legal tech space entirely, leaving open the possibility of future partnerships or investments in the sector.
For now, the sale of SixFifty signals a new chapter for both the subsidiary and Wilson Sonsini as they navigate the dynamic intersection of law and technology in the United States.