Preet Bharara (Photo by Andrew Burton/Getty Images)
WilmerHale resonated for me not just for its reputation for legal excellence and integrity, track record of success, and dedication to diversity, but equally for its respect for public service, support for meaningful pro bono work, and commitment to the democratic values and principles I have spent my career fighting for. I believe bringing my combination of experiences, skills and knowledge to WilmerHale will give clients facing the most difficult challenges the greatest chance for success. I look forward to collaborating with my new WilmerHale colleagues, among the best in our profession, including some I know well from our days together at the SDNY.
— Preet Bharara, former U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York, commenting on his decision to join WilmerHale, a Biglaw firm that currently resides at No. 36 on the Am Law 100. Robert Novick, WilmerHale’s co-managing partner, noted in a statement that Bharara is “one of the most public-spirited and dynamic lawyers of his generation,” and that the firm is “thrilled to have Preet on our team.” Bharara will continue his podcast series, Stay Tuned with Preet, and remain in his role as creative director of Cafe at Vox Media.
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