IRVINE, Calif., August 23, 2024 – Stryker, a global leader in medical technologies, announced today a definitive agreement to acquire Vertos Medical Inc., a privately held company providing a minimally invasive solution for treating chronic lower back pain caused by lumbar spinal stenosis. A team from Knobbe Martens advised Vertos in the deal.
Lumbar spinal stenosis affects millions of people globally and is a leading cause of pain and disability. Patients today are seeking minimally invasive treatment options, valuing reduced recovery times and quicker returns to daily life. Vertos Medical’s mild® procedure provides a solution for pain relief and may improve mobility without the need for major surgery.
More information about the deal may be found here.
The Knobbe Martens team advising Vertos included Paul Stellman, Sabing Lee (co-chair of the firm’s medical devices and procedures practice), Jonathan Menkes, Paige Cappelli, Julie Vo, and Zach Grinovich.
About Knobbe Martens
Knobbe Martens is a highly respected intellectual property law firm, offering legal services in all aspects of intellectual property and technology law. The firm’s litigation group handles cases throughout the U.S. and coordinates strategy for disputes worldwide. Founded in California in 1962, the firm has about 300 lawyers and scientists based in offices located in Orange County, Los Angeles, New York, San Diego, San Francisco, Seattle and Washington D.C. Knobbe Martens serves a diverse international client base, from multinational corporations to emerging businesses of all stages. More information about the firm can be found at www.knobbe.com.
