The legal powerhouse Kirkland & Ellis spearheaded an effort to align an array of law firms to broker a mutually agreeable deal with the White House. Chair Jon Ballis, prominently from Kirkland, was instrumental in reaching out to firms listed in an EEOC inquiry, endeavoring to muster a “critical mass” capable of engaging constructively with the administration. This coalition-building saw major players such as Latham & Watkins and Simpson Thacher & Bartlett taking pivotal roles. Meanwhile, A&O Shearman, included at a subsequent stage, played a supportive role despite their participation alongside the group.
To delve deeper into how these firms collaborated in response to the EEOC probe and the deal activities with the White House, please refer to the article on Law.com.