Stephen Gill, a 23-year veteran at Vinson & Elkins, is departing for Skadden, Arps, Slate Meagher & Flom, his new firm confirmed in a news release Monday morning.
The move is a big one. Gill has been co-head of V&E’s corporate practice group and has been involved in some of the firm’s largest transactions in recent years.
“Skadden’s elite M&A practice and exceptional energy sector capabilities present a unique and exciting opportunity for me to leverage and expand my expertise and experience,” said Gill in the release. “I look forward to working with my new colleagues across the firm’s global platform to help clients successfully navigate their most sophisticated and complex matters.”
His move to Skadden was first reported Thursday by Bloomberg Law.
“Steve’s wealth of experience will further enhance our M&A and oil and gas capabilities and will be a key asset in navigating the increasing complexities of the global energy sector,” said executive partner Jeremy London in the release. “We look forward to welcoming him to the firm as we continue to identify additional areas for strategic investment in our Houston office and to bolster our leading energy practice.”
In June 2024, Gill advised Waste Management Inc. on its $7.2 billion expansion into medical waste management with the acquisition of Stericycle Inc.
In February 2024, along with V&E Houston partner David Oelman, Gill advised Chord Energy Corp. on its acquisition of Canada’s Enerplus for $4.2 billion in stock and cash.
In July 2023, Gill and Doug McWilliams advised Dallas-based Denbury Inc. in its $4.6 billion acquisition by ExxonMobil.
In December 2023, he advised CrownRock L.P. along with Robert Kimball on its $12 billion acquisition by Occidental.
He advised on the $7.1 billion August 2023 acquisition of Crestwood Equity Partners alongside partner Sarah Morgan.
Gill joined V&E in September 2001, shortly after his graduation from Tulane Law School.