Weatherford Announces Alex Cestero as the New Co-General Counsel

Weatherford International Ltd. today announces that Alejandro (Alex) Cestero has joined Weatherford as Vice President and Co-General Counsel.  Mr. Cestero previously served as Vice President, General Counsel, Secretary and Chief Compliance Officer of Lufkin Industries, Inc.  Prior to joining Lufkin, Mr. Cestero was the Senior Vice President, General Counsel, Secretary and Chief Compliance Officer of Seahawk Drilling, Inc., and, prior to that, Mr. Cestero was employed by Pride International, Inc. where he served in various positions within the General Counsel’s office.   Mr. Cestero holds a J.D. from Stanford University Law School and a B.A. and an M.B.A. from Rice University.