Latham & Watkins LLP has promoted 34 associates to partnership and appointed 48 associates to counsel, recognizing their exceptional legal skills and commitment to client service. The new partners and counsel will contribute to the firm’s global platform and market-leading practices.
Latham & Watkins Announces Promotion of 34 Associates to Partnership and Appointment of 48 Associates to Counsel
Latham & Watkins LLP has recently announced the promotion of 34 associates to the partnership and the appointment of 48 associates to the role of counsel, effective from January 1, 2024. This is an exciting milestone for the firm, as these individuals have demonstrated exceptional legal skills, dedication to client service, and a commitment to excellence and innovation.
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Rich Trobman, the Chair and Managing Partner of Latham & Watkins, expressed his pride in the new partners and counsel, highlighting their outstanding legal talents and their ability to contribute to the firm’s global platform and market-leading practices. He also commended their commitment to teamwork and client service, qualities that are highly valued by the firm’s clients.
Rigorous Selection Process for Promotion to Partner and Counsel
The selection process for promotion to partner and counsel at Latham & Watkins is rigorous and involves collaboration between partners and associates on the firm’s Associates Committee. This diverse group of professionals, consisting of both partners and associates, is responsible for recommending promotions each year.
New Partners Elected from Various Regions
Among the newly elected partners are lawyers from various regions, including Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and the United States. In Asia, Chuan Wei Kong from Singapore has been elected as a partner in the Banking Practice and Finance Department. He specializes in advising borrowers and lenders on banking transactions across Southeast Asia. Abdullah Alsaeed from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, has been elected as a partner in the White Collar Defense & Investigations Practice and Litigation & Trial Department, where he represents clients in regulatory and commercial litigation matters.
In Europe and the Middle East, Chris Armstrong from London has been elected as a partner in the Structured Finance Practice and Finance Department. He advises clients on structured and bespoke financing opportunities. Giuditta Caldini from Brussels has been elected as a partner in the Antitrust & Competition Practice and Litigation & Trial Department, where she specializes in complex competition law matters. In the United States, Megan Alessi from New York has been elected as a partner in the Executive Compensation, Employment & Benefits Practice and Tax Department, where she advises companies on benefits and compensation matters in corporate transactions.
Promotion of Associates to Counsel
In addition to the new partners, 48 associates have been promoted to the role of counsel. These individuals have also demonstrated exceptional legal skills and a commitment to client service. Their expertise spans various practice areas, including restructuring, mergers and acquisitions, securities litigation, and intellectual property.
Latham & Watkins: A Global Law Firm
Latham & Watkins is a global law firm that delivers innovative solutions to complex legal and business challenges. With a strong commitment to pro bono services, diversity, and environmental sustainability, the firm continues to excel in providing top-notch legal services to clients around the world.
Conclusion
The promotion of these new partners and counsel at Latham & Watkins is a testament to their exceptional legal skills and dedication to client service. As they join the firm’s global platform, they will undoubtedly contribute to the continued success and excellence of Latham & Watkins’ market-leading practices.
