Kirkland & Ellis International LLP

The firm is an international law practice established in 1909, providing legal services to a broad range of clients worldwide. Its core areas include private equity, mergers and acquisitions, complex corporate transactions, investment fund formation, alternative asset management, restructurings, high-stakes commercial and intellectual property litigation, and white-collar and government disputes.

The transactional team negotiates and closes sophisticated deals for public and private companies as well as private equity investors. The litigation group represents companies in business-critical lawsuits, employing a trial-ready approach that often leads to favorable outcomes before trial and regularly advises on white-collar and government-facing matters involving significant financial and reputational risks. The intellectual property practice comprises lawyers trained in various technical disciplines, handling litigation, transactional, and counseling matters across all areas of intellectual property. The restructuring practice guides clients through financially distressed situations, combining business advisory and crisis management skills with experience in U.S., UK, and international insolvency matters.

The firm emphasizes high-quality legal advice and tailored service, fostering long-term client relationships by investing in top legal talent, encouraging entrepreneurialism, and maintaining a culture of integrity, collaboration, and ethical practice.