Doug Emhoff, America’s first ever Second Gentleman, will be returning to Biglaw after his stint at the White House. He left DLA Piper in November 2020 before his wife, Kamala Harris, assumed the role of Vice President of the United States. But which firm did he land at?
As noted by the American Lawyer, Emhoff is headed to Willkie Farr & Gallagher — a firm that brought in $1,500,000,000 gross revenue in 2023, putting it at No. 30 on the most recent Am Law 100 — where he’ll focus his practice on business litigation, splitting his time between Los Angeles and New York. “I am delighted to be joining Willkie, where I am looking forward to working alongside trusted and innovative legal counselors,” Emhoff said, according to a statement. “I couldn’t be more thrilled to join this talented and collaborative team.”
Here’s what Willkie’s leaders said about Emhoff’s decision to join the firm:
“Doug’s leadership and his service as a trusted counselor to many global business leaders across a broad range of industries, as well as his extensive legal expertise and business acumen, make him a tremendous asset,” said Firm Chairman Thomas Cerabino. “We’re thrilled to be adding Doug to the Willkie partnership during this period of transformational firm growth.”
“Doug is trusted by business leaders around the world who have counted on him over the years as an advisor and counselor as they have navigated some of the most complex and dynamic challenges in high-stakes situations,” said Matthew Feldman, Chairman of the Firm. “His deep knowledge of global markets, policy and the law will be an invaluable resource to our firm’s teams and our clients.”
Congratulations to Doug Emhoff on finding his new Biglaw home, and best wishes as he returns to private practice!
Willkie Welcomes Douglas C. Emhoff as Partner [Willkie]
Doug Emhoff, Husband of Former VP Harris, Lands at Willkie [American Lawyer]
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Doug Emhoff, America’s first ever Second Gentleman, will be returning to Biglaw after his stint at the White House. He left DLA Piper in November 2020 before his wife, Kamala Harris, assumed the role of Vice President of the United States. But which firm did he land at?
As noted by the American Lawyer, Emhoff is headed to Willkie Farr & Gallagher — a firm that brought in $1,500,000,000 gross revenue in 2023, putting it at No. 30 on the most recent Am Law 100 — where he’ll focus his practice on business litigation, splitting his time between Los Angeles and New York. “I am delighted to be joining Willkie, where I am looking forward to working alongside trusted and innovative legal counselors,” Emhoff said, according to a statement. “I couldn’t be more thrilled to join this talented and collaborative team.”
Here’s what Willkie’s leaders said about Emhoff’s decision to join the firm:
“Doug’s leadership and his service as a trusted counselor to many global business leaders across a broad range of industries, as well as his extensive legal expertise and business acumen, make him a tremendous asset,” said Firm Chairman Thomas Cerabino. “We’re thrilled to be adding Doug to the Willkie partnership during this period of transformational firm growth.”
“Doug is trusted by business leaders around the world who have counted on him over the years as an advisor and counselor as they have navigated some of the most complex and dynamic challenges in high-stakes situations,” said Matthew Feldman, Chairman of the Firm. “His deep knowledge of global markets, policy and the law will be an invaluable resource to our firm’s teams and our clients.”
Congratulations to Doug Emhoff on finding his new Biglaw home, and best wishes as he returns to private practice!
Willkie Welcomes Douglas C. Emhoff as Partner [Willkie]
Doug Emhoff, Husband of Former VP Harris, Lands at Willkie [American Lawyer]
Staci Zaretsky is a senior editor at Above the Law, where she’s worked since 2011. She’d love to hear from you, so please feel free to email her with any tips, questions, comments, or critiques. You can follow her on Bluesky, X/Twitter, and Threads, or connect with her on LinkedIn.
