Retired Weil, Gotshal & Manges Partner Joseph C. Tortorici appointed by MLA as Senior Advisor

London, UK (09 November 2023)—Major, Lindsey & Africa (MLA), the world's leading legal search firm, today announced retired Weil Partner Joe Tortorici has been appointed as an external senior advisor to the firm. Joe will draw upon his decades of experience to advise law firm clients within MLA's Partner Practice Group on their European expansion strategies and operations and on the attraction of top partner talent.

During his distinguished 33-year career at Weil, Joe was instrumental in the firm’s expansion into Europe and beyond. Beginning his career in New York City, Joe was initially tasked with establishing and managing offices in Central Europe and then went on to play a key role in establishing most of the firm’s European offices, including in London, Germany and Paris. He subsequently took the lead in developing Weil’s plans for their Middle East operations and served as managing partner of the Dubai office.

“As our European partner practice team continues to grow and serve international clients, the experience Joe brings will be unmatched in the industry,” said Brent Harris, Vice President of MLA. “We’re delighted a renowned leader like Joe is joining us to advise law firms as they continue to expand across Europe.”

“I am excited to be working alongside this market-leading team at MLA,” said Joe. “MLA has an outstanding reputation and is at the very top of its field. I’m confident that my experience will enable me to help serve both its existing and future clients in Europe and beyond.”