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LONDON and WASHINGTON, D.C., May 5, 2026 — Arnold & Porter announced today that Nicola Chesaites has joined the firm’s Antitrust/Competition litigation practice as a partner, resident in London. Kathleen Harris, head of Arnold & Porter’s London office, said: “Nicola is widely recognized as a leading competition litigator and for her skill in navigating complex litigation risk and strategic advisory work. Her arrival strengthens our robust competition and commercial litigation practices. She will be a great addition to Arnold & Porter’s London team.” Niels Christian Ersbøll, Global Co-Chair of Arnold & Porter’s Antitrust/Competition practice group and head of the Brussels office, added: “Nicola’s unique dual qualification as both a barrister and a Belgian advocate will be a significant asset, enhancing our ability to support clients across the UK and EU in their cross-border antitrust matters and interconnected litigation, regulatory, and transactional needs. We are delighted to welcome her to the firm.” Nicola is a UK-qualified barrister and a Belgian advocaat with more than 17 years of experience in competition damages litigation, collective (class) actions under the UK’s private enforcement regime, and complex European Union litigation. She has represented claimants and defendants before the English courts and the UK Competition Appeal Tribunal, and appeared before the EU General Court and Court of Justice on behalf of corporates and EU institutions in a range of EU law disputes ranging from banking resolution, trade, sanctions, pharmaceuticals, and transportation disputes. In joining the firm, Nicola said: “As regulatory regimes evolve and with the increase in private enforcement of competition law in Europe, and the rapid growth in collective actions in the UK, litigation risk is increasingly complex for clients active in multiple markets. Arnold & Porter’s integrated platform and global footprint make it an ideal environment for my practice and I look forward to collaborating with colleagues in Europe and globally to provide clients with advice on their antitrust, regulatory, and litigation risks Nicola holds an LL.M. from the College of Europe, an LL.B. from the University of Westminster, and a License in French Law from Université Paris X Nanterre. About Arnold & Porter Arnold & Porter combines sophisticated regulatory, litigation, and transactional capabilities to resolve clients’ most complex issues. With over 1,000 lawyers practicing in 16 offices worldwide, we offer an integrated approach that spans more than 40 practice areas. Through multidisciplinary collaboration and focused industry experience, we provide innovative and effective solutions to mitigate risks, address challenges, and achieve successful outcomes.

SAN FRANCISCO, May 8, 2026 — Arnold & Porter announced today that Aron Estaver has rejoined the Investment Management team of the Corporate & Finance practice as a partner, affiliated with the firm’s San Francisco office. Ellen Kaye Fleishhacker, Arnold & Porter Global Co-Chair and Co-Lead of the firm’s Investment Management practice group, said: “Aron brings a strong skill set and deep familiarity with our clients and practice, making him a valuable addition to the Investment Management team. His combination of sound judgment, technical depth, and client-oriented approach are hard to come by, and we are pleased to welcome him back to build on his previous 14 years with the firm.” Jonathan Hughes, head of Arnold & Porter’s San Francisco and Silicon Valley offices, added: “Aron’s return reflects the momentum the firm has built in Northern California and our commitment to deepening our capabilities on the West Coast. His deep knowledge, combined with his experience in this market, positions us well to continue serving clients who are central to this region’s economy.” Aron’s practice – which spans over 20 years – primarily focuses on advising U.S. and non-U.S. fund sponsors regarding the structuring and ongoing operation of private investment funds. He works with sponsors pursuing a broad range of investment strategies, including private equity, venture capital, credit, hedge, real estate, and infrastructure. He also regularly advises on the formation and operation of secondary funds, funds-of-funds, co-investment vehicles, joint ventures, separately managed accounts, and other bespoke fund structures. Aron’s work includes both sponsor-side structuring and negotiating investor-facing documentation, as well as upper-tier sponsor arrangements. In addition, Aron regularly represents institutional investors, sovereign wealth funds, family offices, and high net worth investors regarding their private fund investments. He also has significant experience advising clients on regulatory, registration, and compliance matters applicable to investment advisers, commodity pool operators, and commodity trading advisors, including matters involving federal and state securities regulators. He works closely with tax, regulatory, employment, litigation, and other transactional colleagues to support client needs, and has experience handling related general corporate and transactional matters. In joining the firm, Aron said: “Having spent well over a decade at Arnold & Porter, returning to the firm’s Investment Management team feels like a natural homecoming. I look forward to resuming work with my former colleagues, growing the practice, and advising clients on private investment fund-related matters.” Prior to rejoining Arnold & Porter, Aron was of counsel in the Private Funds Group at an Am Law 100 law firm. Aron holds a B.A. from Brandeis University and a J.D. from Vanderbilt University Law School. About Arnold & Porter Arnold & Porter combines sophisticated regulatory, litigation, and transactional capabilities to resolve clients’ most complex issues. With over 1,000 lawyers practicing in 16 offices worldwide, we offer an integrated approach that spans more than 40 practice areas. Through multidisciplinary collaboration and focused industry experience, we provide innovative and effective solutions to mitigate risks, address challenges, and achieve successful outcomes.

BOSTON, April 27, 2026: International law firm Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP announced today that leading international trade lawyer William (“Billy”) Phalen has joined the Firm as a partner in the Regulatory Transactions Group, based in the Boston office. Billy advises a diverse portfolio of clients on the interplay of global investment, trade and national security regulations. With a deep understanding of complex cross-border transactions, Billy is a trusted advisor to private equity funds, portfolio companies, multinational corporations, venture capital firms and financial institutions navigating the evolving regulatory environment. His practice focuses on strategic counseling related to the trade and national security aspects of M&A, fund formation and debt finance, including navigation of U.S. national security reviews. “It is our pleasure to welcome Billy to the Firm,” said Weil Executive Partner Barry Wolf. “He further strengthens our ability to guide clients through complex cross-border regulatory matters, including CFIUS and related national security and international trade issues in M&A and private equity transactions.” “The world’s leading companies turn to Weil to execute their most complex and sophisticated transactions,” said Michael J. Aiello, Chairman of Weil’s Corporate Department. “Billy’s insight into the evolving trade and national security landscape will be instrumental in helping clients anticipate risk and execute transactions with confidence.” “Billy brings deep experience in international trade, foreign investment and national security issues, enabling him to deliver practical, solutions-oriented advice to clients,” said Shawn Cooley, Head of Weil’s Regulatory Transactions Group. “He will be a terrific addition to our team.” Billy joins from Kirkland & Ellis LLP, where he was a partner in that firm’s International Trade & National Security Practice Group. “Weil’s Regulatory Transactions Group stands out for its ability to navigate the full range of trade, investment and national security issues that arise in sophisticated M&A and funds transactions,” said Billy. “I’m thrilled to join a platform where I can continue advising clients on the complex, fast-moving regulatory landscape that defines cross-border transactions today.” About Weil’s Regulatory Transactions Group Weil’s Regulatory Transactions Group works closely with the Firm’s Corporate and Restructuring Departments, providing comprehensive regulatory advice in connection with mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, financings, securities offerings and disclosure, restructurings and liquidations. The team also advises on special projects involving real estate, infrastructure development, securities disclosure, environmental and representations and warranties insurance and loan guarantees. Our lawyers are skilled at analyzing complex technical facts and ever-changing legal regimes and decoding them into strategic advice that our clients can utilize and manage alongside other transactional aspects. About Weil's Boston Office Weil's Boston office provides sophisticated legal counsel in challenging and complex private equity and other corporate transactional and litigation matters. The Firm's relationships with regional, national and international institutions have been a catalyst for our continued growth. Weil advises many of the largest private equity firms in the Boston area – including Advent International, Providence Equity Partners, PSG and many others – on their most significant matters. The Firm also represents clients in high-stakes commercial litigation and other complex business disputes. About Weil Founded in 1931, Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP has been a preeminent provider of legal services for more than 90 years. With approximately 1,200 lawyers in offices on three continents, Weil has been a pioneer in the marketplace and a first-mover in the establishment of many significant practice areas. The Firm’s four departments, Corporate, Litigation, Restructuring, and Tax, Executive Compensation & Benefits, and more than two dozen practice groups are consistently recognized as leaders in their respective fields.

February 24, 2026 Robert Emerson will bring deep knowledge and experience in the private equity secondaries market to Latham’s top investment funds platform, further strengthening Latham’s position as a full-service leader across the private capital lifecycle. Latham & Watkins LLP is pleased to announce that Robert Emerson will join the firm’s New York office as a partner in the Investment Funds Practice. Emerson brings with him two decades of experience in private equity and investment funds, with a focus on GP liquidity solutions and secondaries transactions. Widely recognized for his sophisticated practice, Emerson advises private equity firms and senior management teams on a range of legal, compliance, and business matters. He has led numerous secondaries and strategic deals involving portfolio companies, co-investments, and sponsor-level transactions. His broad practice includes negotiating strategic relationships, joint ventures, minority sales, spinouts, and novel co-investment structures. Emerson has extensive experience leading domestic and international fundraises, advising sponsors on governance, structuring, and economics. He also brings a deep understanding of the evolving regulatory landscape for private equity and registered investment advisers. “Rob is one of the top lawyers in the market advising on private equity secondaries transactions, and we are thrilled to welcome him to Latham and our New York office,” said Marc Jaffe, Office Managing Partner of Latham & Watkins in New York. “He has a demonstrated track record of leading transactions end-to-end, coordinating across fund formation, tax, regulatory, finance, and M&A teams to deliver outcomes that are both technically rigorous and commercially effective. His mix of GP liquidity solutions and fund formation expertise, and his knowledge of the complex regulatory landscape, adds even more firepower to Latham’s #1-ranked private equity platform. Alex Kelly, Global Co-Chair of Latham & Watkins’ Mergers & Acquisitions and Private Equity Practice, added, “Executing sophisticated secondaries transactions is a major focus of private equity sponsor clients as fund managers navigate a prolonged exit environment and increasing LP demand for optionality. Rob’s deep experience advising on bespoke liquidity solutions aligns perfectly with the cutting-edge work that Latham is known for. His broad understanding of the private funds market will further strengthen our elite practice, especially bolstering our momentum and leadership in the secondaries space.” Emerson will join Latham from Goodwin Procter LLP. He received his JD, cum laude, from Fordham University School of Law and his BA, summa cum laude, from Fordham University.