
Corporate/M&A: The Elite
USA Guide 2026 : Texas
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Work Highlights
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Weil, Gotshal & Manges advised ChampionX Corporation on its $8.2 billion sale to SLB.
Strengths
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Weil has a deep team that is really great at what they do.
Corporate/M&A: The Elite respondentUSAWe always have a full stack team with sufficient partner attention and exceptional communication.
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Notable Practitioners
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Band 2 
Band 2 
Richard Frye
Richard Frye is a noted figure in the Texas private equity market. His practice is strong in the representation of private equity firms and their portfolio companies in a broad range of transactions. He is laser-focused on achieving client needs.
Corporate/M&A: The Elite respondentUSARichard is someone who will not get stuck in the weeds and knows how to find consensus.
Corporate/M&A: The Elite respondentUSA
Band 3 
Band 3 
David B Gail
Dallas-based David Gail is a key partner in the firm's private equity team. He is often seen handling leveraged buyouts and M&A. Band 4 
Band 4 
James Griffin
James Griffin counsels clients on complex deals such as M&A. He often works with public companies, among other clients. Jim is incredibly well-versed on the different commercial dynamics. He is a great thought partner and adviser.
Corporate/M&A: The Elite respondentUSA
Ranked Individuals at Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP (3)
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Band 4 Global 2026
Practice area: Corporate/M&A
Location: Global: Multi-Jurisdictional
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