Weil Names Successor to Longtime Leader Wolf

Why It Matters

The leadership transition ensures continuity at one of the world’s largest law firms, positioning Weil to sustain its growth trajectory and client service excellence while navigating a competitive legal market.

Summary

Weil Gotshal & Manges announced that co‑managing partner Ramona Nee will succeed longtime executive partner Barry Wolf as executive partner on 1 January 2027, with Wolf remaining chair of the management committee until the end of 2027 before retiring. Nee, who also co‑heads the U.S. private‑equity practice and co‑manages the Boston office, will set the firm’s strategic direction and oversee financial performance, while Jonathon Soler will become sole managing partner, handling operations. The firm created a global strategy committee, chaired by corporate head Michael Aiello, to drive growth and lateral hires, and Wolf will stay on part‑time as senior counsel after retirement.