Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP 2025
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY & WEIL FOUNDATION: YEAR IN REVIEW 2023 The 2025 Social Responsibility and Weil Foundation Year in Review highlights our Firm’s global commitment to service and the collective engagement of our attorneys and staff. Across offices and regions, our approach is grounded in meaningful partnerships, thoughtful philanthropy and active volunteerism, reflecting the belief that businesses have both the opportunity and the responsibility to contribute to the broader public good. This year highlighted that lasting impact requires sustained engagement as well as timely action. Through coordinated charitable giving, the Firm was able to respond to global disasters by supporting relief efforts and nonprofit partners working on the front lines. Signature programs remained central to this work. The Weil Legal Innovators Program welcomed its sixth cohort of fellows, empowering the next generation of lawyers to apply their passion for service to tackle some of today’s most pressing social challenges. Our commitment to opportunity continued through investments in education and mentorship. The Weil Scholarship Program advanced a tradition spanning over nine decades of supporting students as they pursue higher education, while workplace mentorship initiatives and broader career exposure programs connected Weil professionals with students at various stages of their academic and professional journeys. Volunteerism and community engagement remained a defining feature of Weil’s culture. Across offices, colleagues led and participated in cause-related initiatives aligned with both global and local needs, demonstrating how local action can contribute to broader impact. Firm-wide traditions, including the annual Holiday Toy Drive, reflected the strength of collective participation, while individual engagement through Volunteer Time Off and nonprofit board service highlighted the many ways our people contribute their time, skills and leadership to the causes they care about. This spirit of service was celebrated at our annual Social Impact Awards, which recognized our lawyers, staff, clients and nonprofit partners who exemplify Weil’s philanthropic values. As we look ahead, we remain focused on building on Weil’s legacy of giving and advancing a global culture of service shaped by gratitude, collaboration and a shared sense of responsibility. We are grateful to the many colleagues, clients and nonprofit partners whose time, generosity and leadership made this year possible, and we look forward to continuing this work together in the year ahead. WELCOME LETTER FROM THE PHILANTHROPIC COMMITTEE AND SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY TEAM MEMBER LIST Celebrating Years PHILANTHROPIC COMMITTEE Karen Ballack, Partner – Co-Chair Matt Barr, Partner – Co-Chair Alina Agusti, Sr. Manager, Social Responsibility & Weil Foundation Karen Hartnett, Executive Assistant Adam Hemlock, Partner Jessica Kim, Sr. Specialist, Social Responsibility Jessica Liou, Partner Meredith Moore, Chief Inclusion & Social Responsibility Officer Ramisa Promi, Coordinator, Social Responsibility Mona Saghri, Associate Director, Social Responsibility & Weil Foundation David Strumeyer, Executive Director
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY & WEIL FOUNDATION: YEAR IN REVIEW 2025 CONTENTS 02 WELCOME LETTER 03 MEMBER LIST 06 SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY BY THE NUMBERS 08 CHARITABLE GIVING 16 SIGNATURE INITIATIVES 18 WEIL LEGAL INNOVATORS PROGRAM 26 SOCIAL IMPACT AWARDS 30 WEIL SCHOLARSHIP 34 VOLUNTEERISM AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT 36 CAUSE-RELATED EVENTS 72 LONDON SPOTLIGHT 82 VOLUNTEER TIME OFF 84 NONPROFIT BOARD SERVICE 90 WORKPLACE MENTORSHIP 96 THOUGHT LEADERSHIP SPOTLIGHT 100 LEARN MORE
$1M+ 125 450+ £15,750+ £600,000 collected for students in need during the Dallas Back to School Drive in the Weil Legal Innovators Program, placing at leading nonprofits since 2019 supported over fundraising goal by 2030 set by Weil London SCHOOL SUPPLIES INVESTED ANNUALLY progress toward a WEIL SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS $640,000+ donated 230+ nonprofit organizations supported globally through charitable giving 13 community partners in response to disaster relief efforts SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY BY THE NUMBERS 2025 3,100+ 201 2,700+ 15,000+ 11,000+ 2,700 12,000+ diapers collected during the World’s Largest Diaper Drive in Dallas bags with treats prepared for veterans and activeduty service members by Weil Boston and Miami pairs of socks donated through Sox for Socks in Boston pounds of food sorted, providing pounds of food packed for seniors at the San Francisco - Marin Food Bank meals at the Greater Boston Food Bank sandwiches prepared for across NYC boroughs with Grassroots Grocery 7 30+ years 60 fellows
CHARITABLE GIVING
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY & WEIL FOUNDATION: YEAR IN REVIEW 2025 11 10 Through the Firm and the Weil Foundation, Weil is proud to support hundreds of 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations year-round across social services, civil and human rights, education, disaster relief and beyond. In 2025, many communities – including those where Weil has offices, people and clients – were significantly affected by natural disasters and humanitarian crises. While frontline organizations worked tirelessly to provide relief, these events also called on the private sector to take action. To meet the moment, and demonstrate the Firm’s values of philanthropy, compassion and global citizenship, the Weil community donated over $640,000 towards relief efforts. This total includes contributions from the Weil Foundation as well as those from Weil attorneys and staff. CHARITABLE GIVING in 2025 towards relief efforts Weil community donated LOS ANGELES COUNTY WILDFIRES CENTRAL TEXAS FLOODS HURRICANE MELISSA IN JAMAICA GLOBAL FOOD INSECURITY CRISIS $640K+
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY & WEIL FOUNDATION: YEAR IN REVIEW 2025 CHARITABLE GIVING Weil co-sponsored an Equal Justice Works fellow, Darby Aono-Shek (UC Berkeley School of Law ‘22), who served her fellowship at UnCommon Law, a California-based nonprofit at the forefront of changing public narratives about people serving lengthy prison sentences. In February 2025, Darby presented to Weil during a fireside chat (pictured), highlighting her work advocating for and empowering elders in California prisons by challenging illegal parole denials and creating comprehensive resources for pro se litigants. Equal Justice Works is a nonprofit organization that creates opportunities for lawyers to transform their passion for equal justice into a lifelong commitment to public service. Fellows – funded by organizations like Weil – work to ensure equal access to justice and address unmet legal needs among underserved populations across the country. 13 12 CHARITABLE GIVING SPOTLIGHT WEIL SPONSORS EQUAL JUSTICE WORKS FELLOW AT UNCOMMON LAW Pictured (from left to right): David Singh (Weil Partner), Charan Sandhu (Weil Partner), Darby Aono-Shek (UnCommon Law), Anne Cappella (Weil Partner).
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY & WEIL FOUNDATION: YEAR IN REVIEW 2025 CHARITABLE GIVING 15 14 In 2025, Weil sponsored the launch of Columbia Law School’s Judicial Clerkship Training Institute, a pioneering program recognized for its comprehensive and innovative approach to judicial clerkship preparation. The inaugural, one-day program, held in August 2025, convened more than 60 Columbia Law students and alumni preparing for clerkships across the country. The program offered hands-on preparation through workshops focused on judicial writing, chambers culture and judicial ethics. Judges, alumni clerks, faculty and practitioners contributed to panels that provided candid insights into the clerkship experience. Participants also engaged in discussions on post-clerkship opportunities in private practice, government service and academia. CHARITABLE GIVING SPOTLIGHT WEIL SPONSORS LAUNCH OF COLUMBIA LAW SCHOOL’S PIONEERING JUDICIAL CLERKSHIP TRAINING INSTITUTE BARRY WOLF Weil Executive Partner “We are delighted to partner with Columbia Law School to launch this innovative program aimed at training students and alumni for the distinctive experience of judicial clerkships. By supporting Columbia’s Judicial Clerkship Training Institute, we are helping to give students a front-row seat to chambers work and preparing them for the real-world challenges they will face in court.” DANIEL ABEBE Dean and Lucy G. Moses Professor of Law at Columbia Law School “When seeking a partner for Columbia Law School’s Judicial Clerkship Training Institute, we knew we wanted a firm with which we had a longstanding and strong relationship. We also wanted to make sure that our partner shared our enthusiasm and ambition for this program. For both of these reasons, Weil was our first choice. And I am very grateful for their generous support.”
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY & WEIL FOUNDATION: YEAR IN REVIEW 2025 SIGNATURE INITIATIVES
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY & WEIL FOUNDATION: YEAR IN REVIEW 2025 SIGNATURE INITIATIVES The Weil Legal Innovators (WLI) Program continues to be a defining pillar of Weil’s social responsibility programming and a model for the legal industry. Since its launch in 2019, the Program has supported emerging legal leaders as they spend a full year embedded at nonprofit organizations tackling complex social and legal challenges. Backed by an annual Firm investment of more than $1 million, WLI reflects Weil’s hallmarks of excellence. 18 19 In 2025, Weil welcomed the 2025–2026 class of Weil Legal Innovators, who joined a growing legacy of fellows committed to public service and lasting social impact. Throughout the fellowship year, Innovators work alongside nonprofit partners advancing critical initiatives in areas including human rights, gender equity, criminal justice reform and environmental sustainability, among others. Each Innovator receives a competitive salary, a $10,000 law school scholarship and access to a comprehensive professional development curriculum, along with ongoing mentorship from Weil attorneys and staff. Together, these elements ensure that Innovators emerge from the Program not only prepared for the rigors of law school, but equipped with the skills, perspective and relationships needed to explore and build thoughtful legal careers. A milestone in 2025 was also the launch of the WLI Bridge Program, a peer mentorship initiative designed to strengthen connection, continuity and shared learning across the WLI community. The Bridge Program pairs current Innovators with WLI alumni, creating space for candid conversations, professional insight and lived perspective from those who have previously navigated the fellowship.
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY & WEIL FOUNDATION: YEAR IN REVIEW 2025 Chelsea Wang Policy Associate United Way of New York City Yale Law School Krish Sheth AI Legal Research Fellow Upsolve University of Chicago Law School Bennett Rosenberg Impact Investing Policy Associate World Wildlife Fund UC Berkeley Law John “Jack” Meiter Program Associate, WWF Tribal Team World Wildlife Fund University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School Thomas Musgrave Movement Partnerships Coordinator Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law Harvard Law School James “JT” Mullins Exoneration Innovator Innocence Project Yale Law School Ranen Miao Program Associate Education & Workplace Justice National Women’s Law Center Harvard Law School 21 2025-2026 CLASS OF WEIL LEGAL INNOVATORS Angelina Johnson Program Associate TIME’S UP Legal Defense Fund National Women’s Law Center The University of Texas School of Law Roni Kane Advocacy Communications Fellow Clooney Foundation for Justice University of Chicago Law School Zaiboon Azhar Research Fellow Clooney Foundation for Justice Harvard Law School 20
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY & WEIL FOUNDATION: YEAR IN REVIEW 2025 23 ANNUAL WEIL LEGAL INNOVATORS CONFERENCE This past July, the Firm celebrated the sixth annual Weil Legal Innovators Conference in New York City. This event welcomed incoming, outgoing and alumni Innovators for three days filled with professional development, networking and thought-provoking discussions focused on the intersection of law and social impact. In a special final presentation titled “Reframed: How the Weil Legal Innovators Program Changed My Perspective,” the outgoing 2024–2025 Innovators reflected on their 12-month journeys at partner nonprofits. They shared how their experiences reshaped their understanding of advocacy, legal strategy and professional identity in a rapidly evolving world, while offering thoughtful guidance for future Innovators. The conversation was moderated by Jennifer Leonard, Founder of Creative Lawyers. Karen Ballack, Partner and Co-Chair of the WLI Steering Committee, opened the session with remarks and David Strumeyer, Executive Director, closed the program with final reflections. 22
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY & WEIL FOUNDATION: YEAR IN REVIEW 2025 25 24 A highlight of the conference was a fireside chat at the New York Historical Society featuring Maya Wiley, President and CEO of The Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights. Drawing from her memoir, Remember, You Are a Wiley, Maya reflected on building a career grounded in public service and offered thoughtful perspective on the evolving challenges and opportunities facing lawyers today. The conference also concluded with a graduation ceremony for the outgoing Innovators, featuring opening remarks from Executive Partner Barry Wolf. As in past years, the conference showcased the full breadth of the WLI experience, from professional development and mentorship to meaningful connection and shared celebration.
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY & WEIL FOUNDATION: YEAR IN REVIEW 2025 Ira M. Millstein Award for Excellence in Public Service Annemargaret Connolly Partner, Corporate, Head of Regulatory Transactions Group and Environmental practice Client Partnership Award Sanofi Nonprofit Partnership Award Central Park Conservancy Nonprofit Ally Award Melissa A. Browne United Way of New York City 27 In January 2025, in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service, Weil hosted its fourth annual Social Impact Awards, recognizing colleagues, clients and nonprofit partners whose public service leadership and dedication have driven meaningful impact within the Firm and far beyond it. The program opened with welcoming remarks from Executive Partner Barry Wolf, followed by a fireside chat between Annemargaret Connolly, Head of Weil’s Regulatory Transactions Group and Environmental practice, and Vanessa Batters-Thompson, Executive Director of the DC Appleseed Center for Law and Justice. The conversation explored Annemargaret’s journey into public service, her leadership as former Chair of DC Appleseed’s Board, her role in advancing sustainability at Weil and her advice to those seeking to create lasting impact through their work. SOCIAL IMPACT AWARDS MLK DAY OF SERVICE THE 2025 SOCIAL IMPACT AWARDEES: SIGNATURE INITIATIVES 26 “ FIND YOUR PASSION, WHAT’S IMPORTANT TO YOU. GET INVOLVED IN THE ORGANIZATIONS AND ASK QUESTIONS. DO IT BECAUSE YOU LIKE IT. DO IT BECAUSE IT AUGMENTS YOUR LEGAL PRACTICE, BECAUSE IT’S NOT JUST PRACTICING LAW, IT’S HELPING MAKE POLICY DECISIONS AND IT’S LEARNING HOW YOUR CLIENTS THINK.” ANNEMARGARET CONNOLLY Partner, Corporate, Head of Regulatory Transactions Group and Environmental practice Ira M. Millstein Awardee for Excellence in Public Service Annemargaret was presented with the Ira M. Millstein Award for Excellence in Public Service, honoring her longstanding commitment to public service and her leadership in advancing environmental sustainability and justicefocused advocacy organizations in Washington, D.C. and beyond. The award reflects the philanthropic legacy of Ira M. Millstein, the Firm’s late Senior Partner and co-founder of the Weil Foundation, whose vision continues to shape Weil’s approach to service and civic engagement. Congratulations to Annemargaret and to the rest of the 2025 distinguished recipients.
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY & WEIL FOUNDATION: YEAR IN REVIEW 2025 29 28 SIGNATURE INITIATIVES Innovation Award Civics Unplugged Public Service Leader Award Jenae Ward Weil Dallas Social Responsibility Amplifier Award Christina De Vuono Weil New York Outstanding Mentor Award Raquel Gill Weil New York Good Corporate Citizen Award Alex Schumacher Weil London Social Responsibility Amplifier Award Maryann Thompson Weil New York
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY & WEIL FOUNDATION: YEAR IN REVIEW 2025 31 30 Since its launch in 1992, the Weil Scholarship Program has reflected the Firm’s commitment to supporting the families of our U.S. administrative staff – whose dedication and contributions help make Weil exceptional. This initiative is one way the Weil community gives back – by investing in the bright futures of the next generation. Over the past three decades, Weil has awarded more than $630,000 in scholarships to 125 deserving scholars, providing up to $10,000 per student to support their educational goals. Recipients are selected by an independent committee of leaders in education and the nonprofit sector, based on academic excellence, community service and leadership. More than three decades later, Weil remains proud to continue supporting the dependents of our exceptional administrative staff as they pursue their higher education aspirations. WEIL SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM IMPACT AT A GLANCE: 2025 WEIL SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS SIGNATURE INITIATIVES Celebrating Years $630,000+ awarded 125 recipients since 1992 Asia Finley Parent: Selena Benns Administrative Assistant, Dallas About Asia: Asia graduated from Lancaster High School, where she was inducted into the National Honor Society. She volunteered countless hours of community service and served as Historian of her student council committee. She will be attending Sam Houston State University, working toward a degree in Biomedical Science with a minor in Forensics. Asia is honored to be receiving the Weil Scholarship and thanks Weil for recognizing her achievements. Sofia Guiteau Parent: Tana Guiteau Sr. Specialist – Retirement/Benefits, NY About Sofia: Sofia graduated from Kellenberg Memorial High School and is now a rising junior at Binghamton University, where she is pursuing a major in Economics with a minor in Political Science. At Binghamton, she is an active member of her school’s Moot Court team, serving on the brief writing team. She has also gained experience as a teaching assistant for a microeconomics class. Sofia is honored and grateful for Weil’s help in furthering her academic journey.
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY & WEIL FOUNDATION: YEAR IN REVIEW 2025 2025 WEIL SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS 33 32 Celebrating Years Alexa Kahn Parent: Sandy Kahn Sr. Manager – Creative Services, NY About Alexa: Alexa is a passionate advocate for ethical technology and gender equity in STEM. As co-captain of her high school robotics team, she led outreach efforts that doubled female participation in computer science and helped the team reach its first state championship. A national ambassador for Code. org, she championed inclusive tech education and policy reform. Alexa explored the intersection of technology and government as a congressional intern and plans to study computer science and public policy in college. Outside the classroom, she enjoys designing clothes, traveling and reading. Alexis Kelmanskiy Parent: Sergey Kelmanskiy Sr. Manager – IS Tech Operations, NY About Alexis: Alexis will be attending the University of Central Florida this fall, where she plans to major in Business Pre-Management. She was a member of the National Honor Society, coordinated membership for her school’s Economics and Finance Club and earned honor roll distinction all four years. She also served as captain of the varsity field hockey team. Alexis is excited to begin this new chapter and to continue developing her passion for business. Valerie Kelmanskiy Parent: Sergey Kelmanskiy Sr. Manager – IS Tech Operations, NY About Valerie: Valerie graduated from Monroe Township High School and will be attending the University of Central Florida, where she plans to major in Business Pre-Management. Throughout high school, she served as captain of the varsity volleyball team and was an active member of several clubs, including the Red Cross, Economics and Patriot Warrior Club, where she contributed innovative fundraising ideas. She is looking forward to the next exciting chapter of her life.
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY & WEIL FOUNDATION: YEAR IN REVIEW 2025 VOLUNTEERISM AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY & WEIL FOUNDATION: YEAR IN REVIEW 2025 Across offices and regions, Weil colleagues came together throughout the year to engage in meaningful, cause-related initiatives. From winter donation drives to spring environmental projects, summer charitable walks/runs and fall fundraising, each season reflected the Firm’s global dedication to service and social responsibility. Collectively, these efforts demonstrate Weil’s responsibility as a community steward and its commitment to strengthening individuals, families and communities worldwide. SPRING: RENEWING COMMITMENT TO COMMUNITY CPR Training, New York Weil kicked off the annual American Heart Association Wall Street Run & Heart Walk season with a Hands-Only CPR training led by an American Heart Association expert. Participants learned the chain of survival, practiced chest compressions and received guidance on using an automated external defibrillator (AED), equipping them with practical skills to respond in a cardiac emergency. VOLUNTEERISM AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT 37 36 SEASONS OF GIVING: CAUSE-RELATED EVENTS
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY & WEIL FOUNDATION: YEAR IN REVIEW 2025 39 38 VOLUNTEERISM AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT American Heart Association, Boston & New York Weil colleagues proudly participated in the American Heart Association’s Wall Street Run & Heart Walk in New York, as well as the Boston Lawyers Have Heart event. Weil is honored to be a longstanding supporter of the American Heart Association and its critical mission to be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives. Over the course of our relationship, we have contributed more than $750,000 in support of this important work.
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY & WEIL FOUNDATION: YEAR IN REVIEW 2025 41 40 VOLUNTEERISM AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT Billion Oyster Project, New York Billion Oyster Project is restoring oyster reefs to New York Harbor, a critical effort as oyster reefs provide habitat for hundreds of species, filter water and help protect New York City’s shoreline from storm damage. The organization engages volunteers on Governors Island to support hands-on restoration through oyster installation. During Earth Month, Weil colleagues volunteered with Billion Oyster Project on Governors Island, supporting oyster reef restoration through hands-on installation activities. Their efforts contributed to the organization’s goal of restoring one billion oysters to New York Harbor by 2035, advancing environmental sustainability and coastal resilience.
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY & WEIL FOUNDATION: YEAR IN REVIEW 2025 43 42 VOLUNTEERISM AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT AIDS Walk, New York Weil volunteers once again gathered in Central Park for AIDS Walk New York, joining thousands of participants to raise nearly $2 million in support of programs serving individuals affected by HIV and AIDS.
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY & WEIL FOUNDATION: YEAR IN REVIEW 2025 VOLUNTEERISM AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT 45 44 Boston Common Park Cleanup Boston, Boston In recognition of Earth Month, Weil Boston volunteers gathered to clean and maintain Boston Common, supporting the preservation of one of the city’s most historic public spaces. Shek O Beach Clean Up, Hong Kong Weil colleagues gathered to clean up the beaches of Shek O, an area of the south-eastern part of Hong Kong Island. Hong Kong Cleanup is a local nonprofit organization that partners with companies, schools, governments and individuals to provide practical solutions to encourage sustainability every day of the year. Since 2000, more than one million participants have contributed to the collection and removal of more than 11 million kilograms of trash from the region’s coastline, parks and streets.
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY & WEIL FOUNDATION: YEAR IN REVIEW 2025 VOLUNTEERISM AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT 47 46 National Library Giving Day, Dallas In honor of National Library Giving Day, the Dallas office collected new and gently used books to support the Crescent’s Little Free Library, promoting access to reading materials for the broader community. The World’s Largest Diaper Drive, Dallas The Dallas office partnered with Hope Supply Co. and the Crescent building to host the annual World’s Largest Diaper Drive in support of families experiencing homelessness and economic hardship. Through a friendly internal competition, volunteers collected more than 3,100 diapers, which were distributed to low-income and at-risk children across North Texas.
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY & WEIL FOUNDATION: YEAR IN REVIEW 2025 VOLUNTEERISM AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT 49 48 Eyeglass Collection, Dallas In support of U.S. Healthy Vision Month, Weil organized an eyeglass collection drive to promote wellness and upcycling initiatives. More than 215 pairs of eyeglasses and sunglasses were collected, which were distributed to those in need through Lions Club International. Special Olympics Massachusetts Summer Games, Boston Weil Boston gathered to volunteer at this year’s Special Olympics Massachusetts Summer Games. The annual sporting event is dedicated to fostering an environment where individuals with and without disabilities can showcase their skills, nurture social connections and live their best lives. AIDS Walk, Bay Area Colleagues and their families joined the annual AIDS Walk San Francisco, raising awareness and funds to support HIV/AIDS services across the Bay Area. SUMMER: BUILDING MOMENTUM THROUGH SERVICE
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY & WEIL FOUNDATION: YEAR IN REVIEW 2025 VOLUNTEERISM AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT 51 50 Back to School Supply Drive, Dallas Weil Dallas partnered with Crescent Fit members to collect more than 450 school supplies for the Ellis County Children’s Advocacy Center in support of students in need as they returned to school. Grassroots Grocery, New York Summer associates during Weil’s Summer Summit participated in the Great Sandwich Race with Grassroots Grocery, a nonprofit organization that partners with community leaders and volunteers to rescue and distribute nutritious food to communities in the Bronx and Manhattan. Through this effort, Weil volunteers crafted 2,700 sandwiches, which were distributed to 13 local community partners across Manhattan, Harlem, Brooklyn and the Bronx.
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY & WEIL FOUNDATION: YEAR IN REVIEW 2025 VOLUNTEERISM AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT 53 52 UWNYC Backpack Drive, New York In June, the Social Responsibility team partnered with United Way of New York City and the Black Lawyers Achieving Success Together (BLAST) affinity group to host a backpack build during the BLAST Conference. Attorneys and staff came together to assemble backpacks filled with essential school supplies, helping ensure that underserved students across New York City are equipped for the upcoming school year. Sustainability in the City, New York / London Sustainability in the City is a transatlantic, cross-cultural initiative bringing together students from London and New York City to collaborate on innovative sustainability solutions for urban businesses. Working in global teams, participants developed and pitched environmentally focused business ideas, building skills in teamwork, sustainability and entrepreneurship, with final presentations delivered to a Weil judging panel. Annual Juris Run, Paris Weil Paris attorneys participated in Juris’ Run 2025, raising funds to support Association Nourette, which provides comfort and assistance to hospitalized children and their families.
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY & WEIL FOUNDATION: YEAR IN REVIEW 2025 55 54 VOLUNTEERISM AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT Sox for Socks, Boston Weil Boston relaunched the Sox for Socks drive in partnership with the Boston Health Care for the Homeless Program, addressing the critical need for clean white socks among individuals experiencing homelessness. Over a three-week period, contributions from colleagues across offices resulted in more than 2,700 pairs of socks donated, supporting health and dignity for vulnerable community members. Treats for Troops, Boston and Miami The Boston and Miami offices joined forces to collect Halloween candy and create 201 goodie bags for veterans and active-duty service members, in partnership with Treats for Troops – a Halloween candy collection program – and Soldiers’ Angels, a national nonprofit that provides aid, comfort and resources to military personnel, veterans and their families. AUTUMN: ADVANCING COMMUNITY IMPACT
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY & WEIL FOUNDATION: YEAR IN REVIEW 2025 VOLUNTEERISM AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT 57 56 Halloween Candy Drive, Miami The Miami office partnered with the Little Rascals Foundation to sponsor a candy drive for students at West Homestead K-8 Center, an under-resourced school. Donations enabled the organization to provide candy, bags and costumes, ensuring students could fully participate in holiday celebrations. Building Bat Boxes with Quogue Wildlife Refuge, New York This past September, the Social Responsibility team partnered with the Quogue Wildlife Refuge (QWR) to facilitate a meaningful volunteer experience during the Banking & Finance Practice Group Retreat in Montauk, NY. Attorneys learned about QWR’s conservation mission and the critical role bats play in local ecosystems - especially as natural pest control for nearby farms and vineyards, reducing reliance on harmful pesticides. Following the educational session, attorneys took part in a hands-on project assembling bat boxes, which provide safe nesting habitats and support population health. The completed bat boxes were then donated to local farms and vineyards, helping promote sustainable agricultural practices.
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY & WEIL FOUNDATION: YEAR IN REVIEW 2025 VOLUNTEERISM AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT 59 58 Rescue City, New York This November, the Social Responsibility team partnered with Rescue City, a New York–based dog rescue organization, to host an in-office adoption and awareness event. The program highlighted the urgent need for fosters and adopters across the city, while also educating attendees on the challenges facing overcrowded shelters. Employees had the opportunity to meet adoptable dogs, learn about the rescue process and speak directly with Rescue City volunteers about ways to get involved - from fostering and adopting to advocacy and volunteer support.
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY & WEIL FOUNDATION: YEAR IN REVIEW 2025 61 60 VOLUNTEERISM AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT City Harvest, New York Volunteers in the NY office partnered with City Harvest, New York City’s largest food rescue organization, to repack thousands of pounds of produce for distribution to community food programs, helping ensure thousands of New Yorkers get access to nutritious food. Weil volunteers helped repack over 3,000 bags to be distributed. Weil’s partnership with City Harvest dates back to the 1990s, when we began donating surplus cafeteria food weekly – a tradition that proudly continues today. Pink October – RIDE UP!, Paris During Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Weil Paris colleagues took part in the RIDE UP! cycling event, raising awareness and funds for Ligue contre le cancer. 10km of Paris 17, Paris Weil Paris participated in the 10km of Paris 17 race, supporting Fondation Entreprendre’s work promoting social inclusion and well-being.
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY & WEIL FOUNDATION: YEAR IN REVIEW 2025 VOLUNTEERISM AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT 63 62 Summer Party, Germany During Weil Germany’s annual summer party, employees painted foosball tables that were later donated to Die Arche for use in its community and after-school programs. The initiative combined team engagement with direct support for children facing economic and social barriers. London Royal Parks Half Marathon, Paris A team from the Paris office ran the London Royal Parks Half Marathon in support of Tommy’s, a charity helping fund research and advocacy focused on pregnancy and perinatal health. Dallas Public Library, Dallas In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, the Dallas Inclusion & Social Responsibility Committee and Dallas UNIDOS hosted a Book Drive in partnership with the Dallas Public Library for culturally enriching literature. The Dallas office collected bilingual/multicultural books that will be donated to the White Rock Hills Library Branch. The Stewpot, Dallas The Dallas Inclusion and Social Responsibility Committee organized a ½-day group Volunteer Time Off project in October partnering with The Stewpot to serve lunch at the Bridge Homeless Recovery Center. The Stewpot provides critical services to those experiencing poverty and homelessness, and has served the Dallas community for 50 years.
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY & WEIL FOUNDATION: YEAR IN REVIEW 2025 VOLUNTEERISM AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT 65 64 WINTER: RESPONDING WITH CARE AND COMPASSION SF Marin Food Bank Volunteering, Bay Area Colleagues from the Silicon Valley and San Francisco offices volunteered at the SF– Marin Food Bank, packing more than 11,000 pounds of food into hundreds of boxes for distribution to seniors in the local community. Blanket Crafting with Compass Family Services, Bay Area In partnership with Goodera, Weil colleagues in the Bay Area participated in a blanket-crafting project benefiting Compass Family Services. The handmade blankets were distributed to homeless families and those at risk of housing instability, supporting comfort, care and family well-being. Wilkinson Center Food Pantry, Dallas Weil Dallas gathered to volunteer at the Wilkinson Center Food Pantry, supporting its mission to combat hunger and break generational poverty in North Texas. The organization provides families in need with fresh produce, dry goods, proteins and perishable items. The Weil team restocked shelves, replenished fresh food reserves and assisted families as they selected essential groceries.
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY & WEIL FOUNDATION: YEAR IN REVIEW 2025 VOLUNTEERISM AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT 67 66 Food Drive & Can Sculpture Competition, Dallas Weil Dallas brought back its popular Food Drive and Can Sculpture Competition in November. They collected a total of 2,045 cans that were used to build canned food sculptures of a Turkey and the Crescent building. All items were donated to the North Texas Food Bank once the competition ended. Greater Boston Food Bank, Boston Weil Boston gathered to volunteer at the Greater Boston Food Bank, the largest hunger-relief organization in New England and among the largest food banks in the country. The organization distributes more than 109 million pounds of healthy food each year to more than 600 distribution sites across Eastern Massachusetts. The Weil team sorted and organized nearly 15,000 pounds of food, which will provide more than 12,000 meals to those in need.
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY & WEIL FOUNDATION: YEAR IN REVIEW 2025 VOLUNTEERISM AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT 69 68 Christmas Tree Wishing Event, Germany The Frankfurt and Munich offices hosted a Christmas tree wishing initiative in partnership with Die Arche, an organization supporting children from economically disadvantaged households. Employees selected and fulfilled children’s holiday wishes, helping bring joy and material support to families during the holiday season. Treats with a Purpose, New York To mark the culmination of the season of giving, the New York office hosted a dessert reception that brought colleagues together in support of vulnerable members of our community. Volunteers decorated tote bags for winter care kits for homebound seniors served by JASA and wrote cards for families staying at the American Cancer Society’s Hope Lodges.
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY & WEIL FOUNDATION: YEAR IN REVIEW 2025 VOLUNTEERISM AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT This holiday season, Weil colleagues across the United States came together once again in a true One Weil effort to spread joy through our annual Holiday Toy Drive, in partnership with the national nonprofit, Delivering Good. Attorneys and staff from every U.S. office participated, demonstrating a shared commitment to supporting children and families in their local communities during the holiday season. Thanks to the extraordinary generosity of our attorneys and staff, more than 1,200 new toys were collected nationwide. These donations helped ease the burden on families facing hardship and brought moments of joy to children during the holidays. Our annual Holiday Toy Drive serves as a powerful example of how a unified effort across offices can create meaningful, tangible impact during the season of giving. ANNUAL HOLIDAY TOY DRIVE ALL U.S. OFFICES 71 70
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY & WEIL FOUNDATION: YEAR IN REVIEW 2025 VOLUNTEERISM AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT 73 72 SPOTLIGHT SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY IN LONDON Weil’s social responsibility efforts span offices and communities around the world, and the London office continues to play an active role within this broader global landscape. Throughout the year, London colleagues engaged in volunteering, fundraising and skills-based initiatives that reflect the Firm’s shared values while responding to local community needs. Together, these efforts strengthened access to opportunity, supported charitable partners and created meaningful impact both in London and as part of Weil’s wider social responsibility work. WEIL (Widening Entry Into Law) A cornerstone of Weil London’s social impact strategy, WEIL (Widening Entry Into Law) continues to play a vital role in supporting state-school students through mentoring, insight days and work experience opportunities designed to broaden access to the legal profession. This year, the London office hosted two Weil Employability Boot Camps, bringing together 63 Weil London volunteers to support 73 students drawn from friends, family, social mobility outreach partners and clients, including Advent, Antin, BlackRock, IFM, Investcorp, Mann Group, Vitol and Wren House. Across two days, students gained practical skills, guidance and first-hand insight into the world of law, helping them navigate future career paths.
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY & WEIL FOUNDATION: YEAR IN REVIEW 2025 VOLUNTEERISM AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT 75 74 Building on this commitment, the WEIL Work Experience programme welcomed 20 students aged 16–18 for a week-long paid internship delivered in partnership with PRIME. Over the course of the programme, more than 58 lawyers and administrative staff facilitated 14 interactive workshops. Students were selected through fantastic social mobility charities and organizations including The Brokerage, The Linacre Institute, Mayor’s Fund for London and PRIME, ensuring access for young people from underrepresented backgrounds. Empowering Every Generation Community impact also remained central through Empowering Every Generation, the London office’s five-year charity partnership with three local charities Drive Forward Foundation, In-Deep and The Magpie Project. The partnership is dedicated to boosting youth engagement, tackling poverty and supporting older people. The London office hosted an insight day for 16–25-year-olds with Drive Forward Foundation, a charity helping young people leaving the care system to gain meaningful employment and independence. The young people participated in speed networking, CV writing sessions, mock interviews and a LinkedIn workshop hosted by Weil lawyers and administrative staff. At The Magpie Project, which provides support for women and pre-school children in temporary accommodation, London volunteers assisted at the Clothes Club and Shop, ensuring families had access to much-needed clothing. Meanwhile, Melissa Rowland, Human Resources Director in Weil London, took on the Kew Gardens Half Marathon, raising over £2,000 to support the charity’s work. Colleagues also got involved with In-Deep, a charity supporting older people facing isolation and young people living with SEND (Special Educational Needs & Disabilities). London volunteers helped run their quarterly community dinners, including a Remembrance Day and Christmas special, which provides three course meals and entertainment to older people at risk of isolation throughout the year. Colleagues have also participated in In-Deep’s Drama Therapy sessions for young people, where the group rehearsed and performed an adapted version of Shakespeare’s: The Tempest. Throughout the festive season, London colleagues have supported all three charity partners through a variety of volunteering and fundraising initiatives including writing 275 festive cards for mothers and children at The Magpie Project, gift wrapping for In-Deep’s older people, sponsoring 100 vouchers for Drive Forward’s young people and a fundraising 4km run through the capital in full Santa regalia.
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY & WEIL FOUNDATION: YEAR IN REVIEW 2025 VOLUNTEERISM AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT 77 76 Fundraising: Walk with Weil & Charity Quiz At this year’s Walk with Weil, a group of colleagues, friends and family took part in an annual sponsored walkathon, raising over £11,500 for three charity partners. Teams made their way through the 25, 10 or 4 mile routes, motivated by the knowledge that every step supported young people, families and older communities in London.
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY & WEIL FOUNDATION: YEAR IN REVIEW 2025 VOLUNTEERISM AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT 79 78 Adding to the fundraising efforts, Weil London hosted its renowned Annual Charity Quiz at the Editor’s Tap in which 25 teams battled through trivia rounds and a karaoke showdown! The event raised £4,250+ toward the Firm’s five-year £600,000 fundraising target (by 2030).
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY & WEIL FOUNDATION: YEAR IN REVIEW 2025 VOLUNTEERISM AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT 81 80 Meanwhile, colleagues took to the water in the Plastic Fishing programme with the Hubbub Foundation in the London Docklands - now a popular fixture in the London office’s volunteering calendar. Volunteers helped remove plastic waste from the waterways, with the collected material recycled into more of Hubbub’s innovative boats, which are made from 99% recycled plastic. Back indoors, colleagues helped host students, aged 13-15, from Wapping High School for a Climate Action workshop. Delivered in partnership with Young Citizens, a charity that brings citizenship education to life for young people, the workshop explored the causes of climate change, key legislation and who holds responsibility for action. Students examined real-life case studies where young people have taken legal action against governments and even presented their own mock court case; a fantastic opportunity for colleagues to inspire the next generation of change-makers. Conservation in the Community London colleagues also continued to support environmental conservation and climate education through hands-on volunteering and youth engagement. In July, London colleagues supported an Urban Bees workshop for children from Friars Primary School, with whom they run a reading scheme. The children learned about the vital role bees play in our ecosystem and took part in hands-on activities designed to spark curiosity - including building their own bee hotels to take home or leave at school.
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY & WEIL FOUNDATION: YEAR IN REVIEW 2025 CHIKA AMENE Associate, Technology & IP Transactions, Silicon Valley “Before joining Weil, I volunteered weekly at the SF Marin Food Bank as a law student, and that experience made community service a meaningful part of my life. Being able to continue that work through VTO, with the support of the Firm, means so much to me. It’s incredibly meaningful to give back to the community I live in, and I’m grateful Weil makes space for that.” VOLUNTEERISM AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT 83 82 STEPHANOS KOTSAKIS Associate Director, Global Voice & Data Networking, IS Architecture New York “There is no other human deed more precious than helping thy neighbor. I feel honored to work in an organization that encourages the fulfillment of this noble deed. I used my VTO to volunteer at St. Joseph Social Service Center, and that was the most meaningful day in the year for me.” LYNN MURRAY Manager, Research & Information Center Dallas “I volunteer at a local community food bank that is operated completely by volunteers. It supports over 600 low-income families every week, many of whom are immigrants and refugees. Seeing the clients’ gratitude and resilience broadens my perspective and working with dedicated and passionate volunteers inspires me to continue supporting vulnerable communities.” At Weil, service is woven into the way we show up - for our colleagues, our communities and the causes that matter most to us. Our Volunteer Time Off (VTO) program reflects that commitment by giving full-time administrative staff and attorneys in our U.S. offices the opportunity to spend one paid day – or two half days – each year volunteering with a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization of their choice. Throughout the year, Weil volunteers used this time to step beyond their daily roles and make a tangible impact. From supporting organizations they are deeply passionate about to lending a hand where help was most needed, our attorneys and staff brought the same care, energy and dedication to their volunteer work as they do to everything else. VOLUNTEER TIME OFF
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY & WEIL FOUNDATION: YEAR IN REVIEW 2025 VOLUNTEERISM AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT 85 84 NONPROFIT BOARD SERVICE Nonprofit board service is one of the many ways Weil colleagues extend their leadership beyond the Firm. By contributing their time, skills and judgment to organizations they care deeply about, our people help guide mission-driven work and strengthen the communities those organizations serve. The perspectives below offer a closer look at what motivates this service, the impact it creates and why governance plays such a meaningful role in advancing social good. Peter Mee, Partner, Boston Vice Chair, Board of Directors Special Olympics Massachusetts What inspired you to join the board of Special Olympics Massachusetts, and why does this mission resonate with you personally? I was first introduced to Special Olympics Massachusetts (SOMA) through an opportunity to provide pro bono legal assistance while I was an associate at a previous firm. That engagement soon expanded to volunteer work, recruitment and participation in a number of SOMA events. I always say that it is nearly impossible to walk away from a SOMA event without feeling inspired. The athletes bring such positivity and joy to their competitions that one cannot help but feel a call to action. What aspects or moments of your board service have been the most meaningful or rewarding? One of the most meaningful aspects of this experience has been the opportunity to interact directly with Special Olympics athletes. These interactions have been profoundly inspiring and have highlighted the incredible spirit and determination of such an amazing group. Being part of an organization dedicated to furthering the lives of Special Olympics athletes has been an honor, and every moment spent working towards their growth and success has been deeply fulfilling, and I am grateful for the chance to contribute to such a noble cause. Why do you believe it’s important for people to serve on nonprofit boards? Serving on a nonprofit board offers an incredible opportunity to give back to the community in a meaningful way. It allows individuals to contribute their expertise and resources to causes they care deeply about while making a tangible difference in the lives of others. Board service also fosters personal growth by building leadership skills, expanding one’s network and offering insight into the challenges and opportunities within the nonprofit sector. Boston attorneys and staff volunteering at Special Olympics Massachusetts Summer Games, guiding track and field events and celebrating the athletes’ accomplishments.
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY & WEIL FOUNDATION: YEAR IN REVIEW 2025 VOLUNTEERISM AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT 87 86 Backpacks as part of United Way of NYC’s back-to-school drive. Mona Saghri, Associate Director, New York Social Responsibility & Weil Foundation Member, Board of Directors United Way of New York City What inspired you to join the board of United Way of New York City, and why does this mission resonate with you personally? There are many reasons. It’s hard to think about the nonprofit landscape in New York City without considering United Way of New York City—its role as a convener, funder and backbone organization is critical to the health of the city’s social safety net. On a personal level, Weil’s longstanding partnership with UWNYC made joining the board feel especially meaningful. It has been a privilege to deepen a relationship the Firm has invested in for many years and to help advance an organization that touches so many communities across the city. What aspects or moments of your board service have been the most meaningful or rewarding? Working in corporate social responsibility, I often bridge the business and nonprofit worlds, helping translate priorities across both. Being able to bring those perspectives into a nonprofit board setting— particularly given that my background began in the nonprofit sector—has felt like a full-circle moment and has been incredibly rewarding. Why do you believe it’s important for people to serve on nonprofit boards? It’s called service for a reason—you’re there to serve the organization and the mission it exists to advance. For those of us in the corporate sector, nonprofit board service is a tangible way to show up, contribute our skills and support an issue we care deeply about. It also makes you a better advocate by offering a front-row seat to how funding decisions, governance and leadership dynamics shape real-world outcomes. Weil volunteers helping assemble backpacks as part of United Way of NYC’s back-to-school drive.
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY & WEIL FOUNDATION: YEAR IN REVIEW 2025 VOLUNTEERISM AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT 89 88 Gabriel Rosen, Associate Mergers & Acquisitions, New York Member, Emerging Leaders Council Jewish Association Serving the Aging What inspired you to join the Emerging Leaders Council of JASA, and why does this mission resonate with you personally? I first learned about JASA in 2023 when I signed up for a pro bono representation of the organization Weil was leading. Through that work, I was struck by the breadth of services that JASA provides every day to New York’s seniors. In 2024, while attending Weil’s Junior Nonprofit Board Service Panel, I met Allister Wesson, JASA’s Chief External Relations Officer, who told me about JASA’s Emerging Leaders Council. Allie’s passion was inspiring, and I knew immediately that joining the Emerging Leaders Council would be the perfect opportunity to reconnect with JASA and directly support their mission. Their mission, to provide a full suite of critical services to older adults throughout New York City such that they may thrive in vibrant communities, deeply resonates with me, given my belief that everyone deserves to live with dignity and age with purpose. What aspects or moments of your service have been the most meaningful or rewarding? The most rewarding moments of my time with the Emerging Leaders Council are when I get to work directly with JASA’s clients, such as putting together emergency kits with the residents of JASA’s housing complex at Cooper Square or supporting the amazing artists who participate in JASA’s annual Art Show. It is one thing to hear about the impact JASA has, but it is another thing altogether to have the opportunity to be a part of it firsthand. I am thankful for the many opportunities that JASA has provided me to support New York’s seniors, and I am excited to continue that work alongside my colleagues on the Emerging Leaders Council. Why do you believe it’s important for people to serve on nonprofit boards? From my perspective as a 4th year M&A associate, I believe nonprofit board service is an excellent way for attorneys to contribute their time to amazing organizations like JASA while cultivating skills that directly support their legal practice. Finding the right organization to partner with is a key consideration for anyone interested in serving on a nonprofit board, but that is a consideration made far easier to address through Weil’s extensive collaborations with various community partners. I am grateful to be serving with an organization for which Weil has been, and continues to be, an invaluable partner.
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