Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP has announced the addition of David Markman as a partner in its Technology and Intellectual Property Transactions practice, based in Los Angeles. Markman joins from DLA Piper, where he co-chaired the Entertainment Transactions Practice.
At DLA Piper, Markman focused on media, sports, and entertainment, as well as intellectual property and finance. He has been recognized by The Legal 500 United States for his work in media and entertainment transactions from 2022 to 2025 and was selected for Variety’s “Dealmakers Impact Report” in 2018, 2020, 2023, and 2024. ([dlapiper.com](https://www.dlapiper.com/en/people/m/markman-david?utm_source=openai))
Weil’s Technology and Intellectual Property Transactions practice advises on a range of matters, including mergers and acquisitions, licensing, and strategic alliances. The firm has been expanding its presence in Los Angeles, aiming to strengthen its capabilities in the entertainment sector.
Markman’s move to Weil follows a series of partner transitions in the legal industry, reflecting the competitive landscape among top law firms. ([jdjournal.com](https://www.jdjournal.com/2024/11/27/wave-of-departures-at-weil-gotshal-manges-highlights-intense-talent-wars-in-biglaw/?utm_source=openai))
Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP, founded in 1931, is headquartered in New York City and employs approximately 1,200 attorneys across 15 offices worldwide. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Weil%2C_Gotshal_%26_Manges?utm_source=openai))
Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP has announced the addition of David Markman as a partner in its Technology and Intellectual Property Transactions practice, based in Los Angeles. Markman joins from DLA Piper, where he co-chaired the Entertainment Transactions Practice.
At DLA Piper, Markman focused on media, sports, and entertainment, as well as intellectual property and finance. He has been recognized by The Legal 500 United States for his work in media and entertainment transactions from 2022 to 2025 and was selected for Variety’s “Dealmakers Impact Report” in 2018, 2020, 2023, and 2024. ([dlapiper.com](https://www.dlapiper.com/en/people/m/markman-david?utm_source=openai))
Weil’s Technology and Intellectual Property Transactions practice advises on a range of matters, including mergers and acquisitions, licensing, and strategic alliances. The firm has been expanding its presence in Los Angeles, aiming to strengthen its capabilities in the entertainment sector.
Markman’s move to Weil follows a series of partner transitions in the legal industry, reflecting the competitive landscape among top law firms. ([jdjournal.com](https://www.jdjournal.com/2024/11/27/wave-of-departures-at-weil-gotshal-manges-highlights-intense-talent-wars-in-biglaw/?utm_source=openai))
Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP, founded in 1931, is headquartered in New York City and employs approximately 1,200 attorneys across 15 offices worldwide. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Weil%2C_Gotshal_%26_Manges?utm_source=openai))