International law firm Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP announced today that Andrew (“Drew”) Tulumello has joined the Firm’s Washington, D.C. office as Co-Head of Weil’s Complex Commercial Litigation practice. Drew will be a senior partner and leader in the Litigation Department and will lead Weil’s strategic initiative to build and deepen Weil’s litigation and enforcement capabilities in Washington, D.C. – one of the Firm’s most significant geographic markets. Consistently recognized as a supremely talented, team-oriented and successful trial and appellate lawyer by Chambers & Partners, Benchmark Litigation, The American Lawyer and The National Law Journal, Drew will bring decades of experience handling high-stakes litigation across a range of industries to Weil. Drew joins Weil from Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP. 

“Drew has an excellent reputation as a trial lawyer and a track record of sterling client service. His seasoned leadership skills will help us continue to build a preeminent team in Washington,” said Weil Executive Partner Barry Wolf. “We are thrilled about his joining Weil.”

Weil’s global Litigation Department Co-Chair David Lender commented: “Drew is a top-notch lawyer and his versatility aligns perfectly with the depth and range of Weil’s Complex Commercial Litigation practice. He will be a critical addition to our Firm, and key driver of our expanding presence in Washington, D.C. – a key strategic priority for the Firm.”

His practice focuses on complex commercial litigation and appellate matters, and he frequently guides companies facing multi-disciplinary challenges with advice on global legal strategy. Drew has handled high-profile matters in the healthcare, defense, biotech, transportation, consumer products and fintech sectors. He has represented several government contractors in investigations, suits and trials (both by qui tam relators and the Department of Justice) under the False Claims Act involving federal contracts worth billions of dollars. He also has argued significant appeals in the Supreme Court of the United States, several state Supreme Courts and the federal courts of appeals.”

Drew commented: “I am excited to be part of Weil’s first-class litigation team and look forward to delivering outstanding service to our clients and to attracting great people and top talent to the Washington, D.C. office.”