Speaking Engagement
October 15, 2026

Selling a Boutique Investment Bank

On October 30 at 1:00 PM (ET), partners Eddie Best, Esther Chang, and Matthew Comstock will speak on the virtual webinar titled "Selling a Boutique Investment Bank," hosted by Practising Law Institute in New York, NY. This session will examine market conditions, the buyer universe, valuation...
Speaking Engagement
October 15, 2026

2026 LSEG LPC Large Corporate Leveraged & Middle Market Loans Conference

On October 29 at 1:30 PM (ET), partner Eugene Park will participate in a fireside chat titled "Latest trends in liability management" as part of the 2026 LSEG LPC Large Corporate Leveraged & Middle Market Loans Conference hosted in New York, NY.  Learn more and register here. 
Recognition
October 15, 2026

Willkie Recognized as Market Leader in Chambers UK 2027

Willkie continues to be recognized for excellence in the 2027 edition of Chambers UK, an annual guide to the top lawyers and law firms in the country. Willkie earned seven practice area rankings and 28 individual rankings, highlighting the strength of its London platform, the growth of...
Press Release
October 15, 2026

Willkie Adds Tax Partner Charles del Valle in Paris

New York, NY (October 15, 2026) — Willkie today announced the addition of Charles del Valle as a partner in the Firm’s Paris office. Charles joins as a member of the firm’s Tax Department where he focuses on the tax structuring of private equity, leveraged buyout, M&A and restructuring...
News
October 14, 2026

Willkie Secures Dismissal for Kartoon Studios, Inc. in $10 Million-Plus Indemnification Suit

On October 13, 2026, Willkie won a complete dismissal in Empery Asset Master, Ltd. et al. v. Kartoon Studios, Inc., Index No. 650906/2026, in which hedge funds Empery Asset Management and Brio Capital sought to make Willkie client Kartoon Studios, Inc., the NYSE American-listed global...
Press Release
October 13, 2026

Willkie Adds Leading Nuclear Energy Attorney and Former Deputy General Counsel Raphael Kuyler as Partner in Washington, DC

New York, NY (October 13, 2026) – Willkie today announced that leading nuclear energy attorney Raphael (Ray) Kuyler has joined the firm as a partner in its Washington, DC office. Ray was most recently Principal Deputy General Counsel at Westinghouse Electric Company, a large U.S.-based...
Recognition
October 13, 2026

Claire McDaid Named to FN100 Women in Finance 2026 by Financial News

Willkie partner Claire McDaid has been named to the "FN100 Women in Finance 2026" by Financial News, an annual list recognizing the 100 most influential women in European finance. Financial News recognized Claire for her leadership and impact as one of the most accomplished private equity...
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