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Squire Patton Boggs is pleased to announce that Francesca Crisera Ruiz has rejoined the firm as a partner in its global Corporate Practice Group, based in San Francisco. She returns from Gunderson Dettmer, where she served as a partner in the firm’s Mergers & Acquisitions Practice Group.

“We are thrilled to have Francesca rejoin Squire Patton Boggs, as her depth of expertise in technology-related M&A and commercial work complements a key area of growth within our global practice,” said Cipriano S. Beredo, Americas Chair of the Corporate Practice. “Francesca not only brings a strong track record of client service, but her experience both as an M&A lead and intellectual property specialist uniquely positions her to support technology-driven deal flow, especially in the Americas.”

Ms. Crisera Ruiz, who spent nearly two decades at Squire Patton Boggs earlier in her career, has extensive experience advising technology and other companies on M&A and corporate matters, both domestic and international. She is particularly focused on complex cross-border deals, joint ventures and other transactions such as late-stage venture exits and private equity acquisitions involving technology assets. She has frequently served a dual role as lead deal counsel and subject matter expert on IP and commercial issues, such as contracts, license agreements, and trademarks. Ms. Crisera Ruiz also provides general corporate advisory work, having served as outside general counsel to a number of growth-stage companies.

Mark C. Dosker, Managing Partner of the San Francisco office added, “San Francisco is an important market for our firm and our technology clients, and Francesca’s legal skill set deepens our transactional capabilities in the region. Her return further strengthens our corporate team and enhances the support we provide to clients in California and across the nation. We are delighted to welcome her back to the firm.”

Commenting on her return, Ms. Crisera Ruiz said, “Having spent a significant portion of my career at Squire Patton Boggs, I am honored to rejoin the firm and its talented team across the globe. I have worked with tech-focused companies throughout my career, and through the firm’s extensive global platform, I look forward to further serving clients on their strategic transactions.”

Ms. Crisera Ruiz earned her JD from the University of California, Hastings College of Law and her BA from the University of California, Los Angeles.