The Fall of Weil Gotshal
Recorded October 27, 2026, before Bloomberg Law reported on October 28 that Weil Gotshal & Manges plans to wind down. This is the audio edition of my full video explainer from the day before that report. My updated Hearsay piece is linked below.
I break down the partner departures, Weil’s growth compared with its peers, and why a loss of confidence can turn into a “partnership run.” I also discuss the merger options I saw at the time and what I’d be considering as an attorney at the firm.
The discussion of possible merger partners reflects my analysis at the time, not an announced…
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