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HireMD/PartnerNovember 6, 2025

Chris Bennett joins Vinson & Elkins as Partner, Corporate/Energy

Previously Partner at Weil Gotshal & Manges

Context

Bennett returned to V&E from Weil Gotshal as part of the same late-2025 Houston expansion, bringing energy corporate/M&A expertise.

Move Details

Person
Chris Bennett
New Firm
Vinson & Elkins
New Title
Partner, Corporate/Energy
Previous Firm
Weil Gotshal & Manges
Previous Title
Partner
Announced
November 6, 2025
Effective
November 6, 2025
Seniority
MD/Partner
Move Type
Hire

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