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Weil private equity heavyweights in talks to join Sidley Austin - Private Equity News

Reported by Penews ·Financial News
Nov 6, 2026· 1 min read
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Key Takeaways
  • • Private equity partners Marco Compagnoni and Jonathan Wood from Weil, Gotshal & Manges are in negotiations to join Sidley Austin's London office, according to people familiar with the matter.
  • • The talks come as Weil prepares to wind down, prompting partners to seek new homes at rival firms.
  • • Discussions remain ongoing, and the pair are also speaking with other firms, according to the same sources.
Summary
Two private equity veterans at Weil, Gotshal & Manges are planning a move to US rival Sidley Austin, according to Private Equity News. Marco Compagnoni and Jonathan Wood are in negotiations to join Sidley's London office, people familiar with the matter told the publication.

The reported talks reflect a broader pattern of Weil partners seeking new platforms as the legal firm prepares to wind down. The report indicates that negotiations are not final, and the two are also in discussions with other firms.

The source article is brief, and it does not provide further details on deal terms, practice-group structure, or the timing of any move.

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