Succeeding his departure in 2021, Brent McIntosh, former U.S. Treasury Department general counsel, stepped into Weerasinghe’s Citigroup shoes.
Weerasinghe’s Reflective Insight
In 2020, Weerasinghe shared insights with Law360 on his Citibank journey, elucidating on how it deviated from the more specialized world of private practice. Notably, the Citibank era allowed him a panoramic view of multifaceted legal challenges, something he cherished.
His excitement about rejoining Shearman & Sterling, especially amid its merger plans, is palpable. Weerasinghe shared, “Law is a global business. Anticipating my role in A&O Shearman post-merger is not just an opportunity; it’s a testament to the global scope of our field.”
While he remained tight-lipped for further comments on Wednesday, one fact remains unquestionable: The Harvard Law School alumnus is back where many believe he truly belongs. And the legal landscape is abuzz with anticipation.
