Michael Ringler, who spent the past 22 years advising clients on deals at Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati, has left the Silicon Valley firm to join Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom.

Ringler joined the Skadden's Palo Alto office Monday as a partner in the firm's corporate, M&A practice.

“I have worked across the table from Skadden lawyers on numerous occasions, and I have seen firsthand the skill, creativity and client service they bring to bear,” Ringler said in a statement. “I am thrilled to practice alongside such highly regarded colleagues across the firm's platform.”