April 21, 2026
Michael Gottlieb, Chair of Willkie’s Crisis Management Group, and Kathy Wunderli, West Coast Co-Chair of the Private Wealth Group, have been recognized in Los Angeles Business Journal's "Top 100 Lawyers 2026," an annual series honoring the leading-edge attorneys whose work is shaping business in Los Angeles.
LABJ recognized Michael Gottlieb as a leading litigator and one of the world's go-to attorneys for brand and reputational crises, including matters involving novel First Amendment issues. He represents clients in enterprise-threatening matters, including complex litigation at the trial and appellate levels, government investigations and enforcement actions, and crises involving multi-front disputes with intense media interest. Michael serves on Willkie’s Executive Committee and is also Co-Chair of the Media & First Amendment Practice Group and a member of the Appeals & Strategic Motions Practice Group.
Kathy Wunderli was recognized as one of the standout wealth management lawyers in the Los Angeles market. LABJ highlighted her success as a practice leader across the Firm's West Coast offices as well as her impact as counsel to high-net-worth families and individuals. She advises a broad client base including entertainment industry leaders, closely held business owners, business managers, accountants, and nonprofits on a wide range of tax matters, including estate planning, probate and trust administration, and marital agreements. Kathy’s sophisticated estate planning practice includes advising trustees and personal representatives in the administration of trusts and estates.
View Los Angeles Business Journal’s “Top 100 Lawyers 2026” here.
LABJ recognized Michael Gottlieb as a leading litigator and one of the world's go-to attorneys for brand and reputational crises, including matters involving novel First Amendment issues. He represents clients in enterprise-threatening matters, including complex litigation at the trial and appellate levels, government investigations and enforcement actions, and crises involving multi-front disputes with intense media interest. Michael serves on Willkie’s Executive Committee and is also Co-Chair of the Media & First Amendment Practice Group and a member of the Appeals & Strategic Motions Practice Group.
Kathy Wunderli was recognized as one of the standout wealth management lawyers in the Los Angeles market. LABJ highlighted her success as a practice leader across the Firm's West Coast offices as well as her impact as counsel to high-net-worth families and individuals. She advises a broad client base including entertainment industry leaders, closely held business owners, business managers, accountants, and nonprofits on a wide range of tax matters, including estate planning, probate and trust administration, and marital agreements. Kathy’s sophisticated estate planning practice includes advising trustees and personal representatives in the administration of trusts and estates.
View Los Angeles Business Journal’s “Top 100 Lawyers 2026” here.
