UPDATE 1-Top Goldman Sachs lawyer Ruemmler resigns after Epstein disclosures

Goldman ​Sachs general counsel Kathy Ruemmler has ‌resigned, CEO David Solomon said on Thursday, after documents released by the ‌U.S. Justice Department last month ‌showed Ruemmler accepted gifts from late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

"As one of ⁠the ​most ⁠accomplished professionals in her field, Kathy has ⁠also been a mentor and friend ​to many of our people, and ⁠she will be missed. I ⁠accepted ​her resignation, and I respect her decision," Solomon said ⁠in a statement.