Latham & Watkins is reportedly poised to secure the expertise of Wachtell Lipton Rosen & Katz’s dealmaking luminary, Zach Podolsky. This move represents a strategic acquisition for Latham as it seeks to bolster its global mergers and acquisitions practice.
Podolsky has been instrumental in steering some of the largest deals during his tenure at Wachtell, a firm renowned for holding the top spot in profitability among its peers. This dominance is largely attributed to its strong M&A practice and distinctive billing approach. Learn more.
This hiring decision follows an earlier recruitment from Wachtell, marking Latham’s second acquisition from the firm this calendar year. Earlier, in February, Latham appointed John Sobolewski as the global chair of liability management. For further context on this prior recruitment, refer to this source.
For Latham & Watkins, the addition of legal minds such as Podolsky signals an ongoing commitment to enhancing its capability and stature within the competitive legal landscape of corporate transactions.