Tax: Corporate & Finance

Kirkland & Ellis is home to highly experienced practitioners noted for their expertise across a broad range of cross-border transactions, including restructurings and financings. Significant private equity capabilities complemented by its strong public company M&A practice. Particularly commended for providing tax advice in complex real estate transactions. Additional strength in ancillary areas such as executive compensation. Works with clients such as pension funds, energy companies and car makers.

"This team is one of the best in the business."

Kirkland & Ellis advised Bain Capital and Hellman & Friedman on the tax aspects of their joint acquisition of athenahealth for $17 billion.

Chicago-based Todd Maynes is a key contact.