Goldman general counsel Kathy Ruemmler to step down over Epstein ties

Goldman's chief legal officer and general counsel Kathy Ruemmler said on February 13, 2026 that she would step down after Justice Department releases showed a close relationship with Jeffrey Epstein. She said she would leave at the end of June. CEO David Solomon said he respected her decision and thanked her for her contributions.

• Ruemmler is Goldman's chief legal officer and general counsel
• Departure follows Justice Department releases of Epstein-related documents
• She said she will leave at the end of June 2026
• CEO David Solomon publicly thanked her for her contributions