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Michael NORDTVEDT
Internet: mnordtvedt@wsgr.com
Direct dial: (206) 883-2524
Client File No.: 57357.015
March 25, 2022
BY EDGAR
Division of Corporation Finance
Securities and Exchange Commission
100 F Street, NE
Washington, DC 20549
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Re: |
Preliminary Proxy Statement of Athira Pharma, Inc. |
Ladies and Gentlemen:
Pursuant to Note 4 to Paragraph (a) of Rule 14a-6 promulgated under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, the attached proxy statement of Athira Pharma, Inc. (the “Company”) is being filed in preliminary form only because the Company has commented on or referred to a potential solicitation in opposition by Richard A. Kayne.
If we can be of any assistance, or if the Staff of the Securities and Exchange Commission has any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me at the email address or telephone number above.
Very truly yours,
WILSON SONSINI GOODRICH & ROSATI
Professional Corporation
/s/ Michael Nordtvedt
Michael Nordtvedt
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Athira Pharma, Inc. |
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