Finance & Capital Markets (International & Cross-Border) - UK
What the team is known for
Kirkland & Ellis is frequently recognised as a global powerhouse supporting multinational clients in a wide range of practice areas. The law firm has rapidly expanded its London office with several high-profile lateral hires, and the UK team often plays a crucial role as an international hub for the firm's global network and typically coordinates high-value cross-border matters in the areas of corporate/M&A, restructuring, private equity transactions and financing.
An increasingly prominent player in the London market, the firm has a stellar reputation for its representation of private equity sponsors in their wide-ranging global investments. The London office provides high-end financing capabilities and provides an impressive transatlantic platform for US and European clients in cross-border transactions. It offers specialist expertise in high-yield products, leveraged finance and restructuring.
Strengths
"Strong global team with a great dynamic."
"Kirkland & Ellis work seamlessly with colleagues from best-friend firms in the foreign jurisdictions relevant to the various transactions."