Clifford Chance names Megan Gordon as new Washington, D.C. office managing partner

Clifford Chance announces the appointment of Megan Gordon to the role of Washington, DC Office Managing Partner, effective July 1, 2021.

Megan joined the firm in 2004 and was promoted to partner in 2015. She is a partner in the Americas Litigation & Dispute Resolution practice, co-head of the firm's US Tech Group and a member of the Global Data Risk team. Her practice focuses on financial crimes compliance and risk management, transactional due diligence, and internal investigation matters.

"I am delighted to appoint Megan as Washington, DC Office Managing Partner," said Global Managing Partner Matthew Layton. "Her energy, experience and deep knowledge of the firm will further drive our continuing success in the US and across the region."

Americas Regional Managing Partner Evan Cohen said: "Megan is an exceptional partner with a strong practice and a role model in the DC office. She assumes the position at a time of continuing momentum in our region, with our team advising on many landmark matters across multiple practice areas. This is an exciting time for our team. I would also like to thank our previous DC OMP, David DiBari, for his leadership during the past 12 years."

"It's an honor to be appointed DC Office Managing Partner," said Megan. "We have an exceptional group of people here in Washington – many of whom I've known for more than a decade. Their clear commitment to both clients and one another makes them a special group of people to work closely with. I look forward to this new leadership position."