WLRK

Founded in 1965 based on a handshake, WLRK began as a small group of lawyers and has grown into a prominent law firm known for its expertise in handling high-stakes legal matters. The firm specializes in mergers and acquisitions, strategic investments, takeovers and takeover defense, shareholder activism, corporate and securities law, and corporate governance. It serves both public and private acquirors and targets, and is adept at managing sensitive investigations, litigation, and corporate restructurings. WLRK is noted for maintaining a low associate-to-partner ratio, emphasizing the need for experienced partner involvement in its cases. The firm is also active in pro bono work, focusing on civil rights, immigration, and criminal defense. Committed to environmental stewardship, WLRK offsets carbon emissions from employee travel and electricity use through Renewable Energy Certificates. The firm is headquartered at 51 West 52nd Street, New York, NY 10019.