WilmerHale Deputy Managing Partner Joel Green was recognized as DC Managing Partner of the Year at The National Law Journal’s 2025 Legal Awards November 5, 2025 event. The award acknowledged Green’s leadership in helping guide the firm through a period of strategic growth and transformation marked by record financial performance, top-tier rankings, and the recruitment of exceptional legal talent across offices as well as responding to an unprecedented Executive Order targeting the firm. 

In his role he has held since January 2024, Green has helped manage key initiatives including the evolution of the firm’s partnership to a two-tier structure and recruitment of high-profile lateral talent.  He also continues to maintain an active practice as co-chair of the firm’s Congressional Investigations Group, representing major clients in complex, high-stakes matters.  

Reflecting on his leadership style, Green shared in his National Law Journal interview, “I think it’s important to be engaged with the firm community and look for opportunities to highlight the characteristics that make WilmerHale such a special place.” 

Green’s consistent, inclusive leadership and dedication to excellence have earned him widespread admiration from both colleagues and clients. His ongoing contributions to the firm and the wider legal community continue to set a standard for others to follow. 

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