We’re excited to welcome James W. Hahn as a partner in our Investment Funds Group! Jamie’s work includes structuring and operating regulated products that provide high-net-worth and other retail investors exposure to private equity, asset-backed credit, infrastructure and real estate. He concentrates on innovative retail structures for conglomerates, holding companies, private funds and private REITs, and has experience with closed-end funds, mutual funds and ETFs. “I’m eager to join Kirkland, which has a terrific investment funds platform with strong momentum in retail funds,” Jamie said. “I look forward to being part of this exceptional team.” Read more: https://lnkd.in/dkaYFHFh
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As one of the world’s leading law firms, we serve a broad range of clients with market-leading practices in private equity, M&A and other complex corporate transactions; investment fund formation and alternative asset management; restructurings; high-stakes commercial and intellectual property litigation; and government, regulatory and internal investigations. We handle the most complicated and sophisticated legal matters because we don’t just meet industry standards, we create them. We bring innovation and entrepreneurialism to every engagement and, as a result, have long-standing client relationships with leading global corporations and financial sponsors. With more than 7,000 employees (including approximately 4,000 lawyers) operating from offices in 22 cities across the United States, Europe, the Middle East and Asia, we are one of the largest law firms in the world and a top financial performer. At Kirkland & Ellis, we are united in our ambition and drive to move forward. We share core values that help us achieve excellence: collaboration, talent empowerment and respect. Our people are our greatest asset, and we invest in the brightest talent and encourage a variety of perspectives and strengths to create dynamic teams that operate at the pinnacle of their field. Our talented professionals show up every day knowing they will engage in meaningful work, continuous learning and professional development. Firm Chairman: Jon Ballis Follow us on X @Kirkland_Ellis Follow us on Instagram @lifeatkirkland Content may include attorney advertising.
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In the latest episode of Practising Law Institute (PLI)’s IP Discussions with Joshua L. Simmons, Josh is joined by IP attorneys Katherine Forrest, Andy Gass and Avi Gesser. They discuss risk management for those using AI, how different jurisdictions are regulating AI, and what to do to clear the use of AI outputs. Watch the episode: https://lnkd.in/gPi4Mx6R
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A Kirkland team led by capital markets partners Sophia Hudson and Christie Mok advised Kestra Medical Technologies, Ltd. on its upsized underwritten public offering of 6.9 million common shares at a price to the public of $23.00 per share, for total proceeds of $158.7 million. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gZVrA-qy
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We’re proud to be ranked Tier 1 across 28 categories and recognized as a leading firm in 35 additional categories in the 2026 edition of the IFLR1000, a guide to the world’s leading financial and corporate law firms and lawyers. Congrats to the 247 Kirkland lawyers recognized as Market Leaders, Highly Regarded, Rising Stars or Notable Practitioners! 🎉 View the full list of rankings: https://lnkd.in/gFnZQCER
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A Kirkland team led by corporate partners Duncan N. Enista, Michael Weisser and Halley (Helen) Petersen advised Hexion on the sale of its U.S. Gulf Coast formalin business to Ancala. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gjsBegq8
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We advised a consortium consisting of Oakley Capital and General Atlantic on their investment in Brevo. The Kirkland team was led by corporate partners Laurent Victor-Michel, Louis Gosset, Ben Leyendecker and Jacob Traff and tax partner Nadine Gelli. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gPkJCZRh
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A Kirkland team led by corporate partners Eduardo M. Leal, Peter Martelli and Aseda Ghartey-Tagoe and debt finance partner Doug Tedeschi advised 26North on an agreement to purchase a controlling interest in The Middleby Corporation’s Residential Kitchen business at a valuation of $885 million. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gjG7QWAx
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The UK has updated the draft legislation published in July 2025 on the taxation of carried interest. The proposal shifted carried interest to the income tax regime and made other significant changes affecting both carried interest and management fees. Our attorneys outline the improvements in the updated draft and identify the remaining challenges. Read more: https://lnkd.in/ggHnn8Ee
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A Kirkland team led by investment funds partners Sean Malone, Andrew Wright and Aura Gilham and tax partner Elie Zolty advised WindRose Health Investors on the formation of its seventh fund, WindRose Health Investors VII, L.P. (Fund VII), with $2.6 billion in limited partner and general partner commitments. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gKt-hDQf
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We’re excited to welcome Meghan Rohling Kelly and William Oxley as partners in our Litigation Practice Group! They bring significant experience leading complex product liability, mass tort and commercial litigation matters. They are the latest in a series of prominent litigation hires, building on the more than 150 lateral attorneys and 100 new associates who have joined the Firm in litigation this year. A fellow of the prestigious American College of Trial Lawyers, Bill has a tremendous record trying cases to verdict in jurisdictions across the U.S. He has represented brand-name clients in matters across products liability, breach of contract, trademark, intellectual property and business tort cases. Meghan has notched first-chair trial wins in courtrooms across the country for companies across a range of industries including chemical, pharmaceutical, automotive, biotechnology, manufacturing and food. She is known in the marketplace for her results-focused trial skills, tireless advocacy and commitment to mentorship. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gEsF8C-d
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