Weil Gotshal Faces Partner Exodus After Willkie Merger Talks Collapse
Weil Gotshal's merger discussions with Willkie Farr ended in late October 2026, and the firm has since lost more top lawyers, including its incoming leader Ramona Nee, who declined the position amid the departures.
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| Oct 27, 11:09 AM | wsj.com | Weil Gotshal Enlists Bankruptcy Lawyer, as Firm’s Situation Worsens |
| Oct 27, 9:51 AM | ft.com | US law firm Weil readies restructuring as options dwindle and partners exit |
| Oct 25, 3:44 PM | semafor.com | Weil’s troubles mount with key partner’s pending departure |
| Oct 25, 2:40 PM | ft.com | Weil’s incoming leader to walk away from top job as law firm faces talent crisis |
| Oct 23, 7:01 AM | wsj.com | Weil Gotshal Loses More Top Lawyers as Merger Talks Collapse |
| Oct 23, 5:12 AM | news.bloomberglaw.com | Weil Gotshal and Willkie Farr Call Off Merger Discussions (2) |