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George Lombardi
George Lombardi
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  • Chicago
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+1 312-558-5969
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  • Chicago
William O’Neil
William O’Neil
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  • Chicago
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+1 312-558-5308
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Partner

  • Chicago
Samantha Lerner
Samantha Lerner
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  • Chicago
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+1 312-558-6463
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  • Chicago
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Capabilities 47 results

Practice Area

Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation

With attorneys based in Chicago, New York and Washington, D.C., Winston’s Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation (EBEC) team represents a broad range of plan sponsors and offers clients not just deal support but the full suite of employee benefit services. These include public company reporting and executive compensation, employee benefits in mergers and acquisitions, qualified retirement plans and Title I investment advice, health and welfare benefit plans, employee stock ownership plans (ESOPs), and international human resources matters. And driven by a volatile labor market, we are partnering with clients to innovate plan structure and design, including cutting-edge services such as private exchange medical benefits, employee benefits in captive insurance, and fiduciary governance best practices. With decades of experience, our EBEC team maintains strong brand recognition, with clients describing our attorneys as “superb,” “very client-friendly,” “extremely responsive and able to bring forth the right resources,” and “having an “incredible breadth of knowledge.”...Read more

Practice Area

Bankruptcy Litigation & Investigations

Large corporate bankruptcies and companies in financial distress often spawn a complex web of claims by lenders, trustees, debtors, creditors, creditors’ committees, investors, shareholders, and other constituents. Attorneys in Winston & Strawn’s complex commercial litigation group and special situations and restructuring group serve as trusted advisors and resolute advocates to protect clients’ business interests and assets in multifaceted Chapter 11 cases and bankruptcy-related disputes. ...Read more

Industry

Professional Services

Winston is a national leader in protecting the reputations of fellow professional services firms. We help major law firms, accounting firms, consulting firms, architects, engineers, and other professional services organizations manage risk, and we provide advice in connection with legal issues brought on by increased regulatory and ESG scrutiny, client and economic pressures brought on by the pandemic, a changing workforce, and technology innovation....Read more

Experience 31 results

Experience

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July 10, 2024

US Veterinary REIT Joins Kovitz Investment Group in Strategic Real Estate Venture

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June 14, 2024

Winston Represented Charles Thayne Capital in its Acquisition of Bluescape

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June 6, 2024

Winston Represented Shore Capital Partners in its Sale of Behavioral Innovations

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Insights & News 3,999 results

Sponsorship

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September 3, 2025

Winston & Strawn Sponsors Real Estate Entrepreneurs and Leaders Summit

Winston is proud to sponsor the 4th Annual Real Estate Entrepreneurs and Leaders (REEL) Summit, a forum for next-generation CEOs, founders, and partners focused on growing emerging businesses in real estate through interactive programming and networking....Read more

Recognitions

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August 28, 2025

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Winston Lawyers Featured on the 2025 Lawdragon 500 Leading Real Estate Lawyers List

A number of Winston & Strawn lawyers merited a place on the 2025 Lawdragon 500 Leading Real Estate Lawyers list. As described by the outlet, this list highlights lawyers who have “shown outstanding skills in real estate-related practices” and made a significant impact on the industry....Read more

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August 21, 2025

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Winston & Strawn Lawyers Dan Webb and Matthew Carter Are Pleased to Share a Statement From Coach Pat Fitzgerald Following Satisfactory Settlement

Chicago—August 21, 2025—I have agreed to a settlement that resolves my breach of contract, defamation, and intentional infliction of emotional distress claims against Northwestern University and its President....Read more
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Other Results 27 results

Location

Chicago

Founded in 1853, Winston & Strawn is one of the largest and oldest law firms in Chicago. The office is home to 290+  lawyers distributed across 20 practice areas. Our Chicago lawyers represent 90 companies in the Fortune 500 and are recognized in all the major directories and award competitions. They also are heavily invested in pro bono causes, having dedicated 19,000+ hours in 2024 to various pro bono organizations. Representing a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, they are hardworking, compassionate, and collaborative. Our Chicago office also takes immense pride in fostering a collegial atmosphere that influences every aspect of our culture. From weekly Starbucks Socials, where colleagues gather to connect over coffee and conversation, to ping pong tournaments that ignite friendly competition, to volunteer opportunities around the city, we celebrate the camaraderie and sense of community that unite us. This not only enhances collaboration and teamwork but creates a supportive environment that inspires us to excel in our professional pursuits....Read more

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What Is an IPO Roadshow?

A roadshow is a presentation, or series of presentations, to potential investors, brokers, and dealers by the company’s executive management team and underwriters to facilitate a securities offering. The presentation can be made in various locations, typically New York, Boston, Chicago, and Los Angeles, and can also be held virtually....Read more

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About Us

For more than 170 years, Winston & Strawn has served as a trusted adviser and advocate for clients across virtually every industry. Our law practice—built on the talent, creativity, and determination of our lawyers and an unwavering commitment to our clients—has grown into a global firm of tremendous breadth. While many things have changed since the firm’s inception, our goal has remained steadfast: provide the highest echelon of service by developing strategic partnerships with our clients, creating and implementing tailored business solutions, and identifying opportunities for innovation. Complementing this service model is the priority we place on cultivating an internal culture of inclusion and opportunity, as well as our role in serving critical needs in our communities. We continue to learn from our storied history, while looking ahead to effect change in our industry....Read more
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