Kirkland & Ellis LLP remains a market-leading force in high-stakes financial services litigation, advising major corporates and financial institutions on some of the most complex and high-profile matters globally. The team is particularly noted for its ability to navigate parallel investigations involving multiple US and international regulators while also managing associated litigation and governance issues. Mark Filip, operating across the firm's Chicago and Washington DC offices, is a key figure in the practice, leading significant representations for The Boeing Company and Credit Suisse in cross-border investigations involving the DOJ, SEC, FINMA, and other authorities. Asheesh Goel, who also divides his time between Chicago and Washington DC, co-leads the firm's representation of Acadia Healthcare in a multi-agency investigation spanning federal and state regulators. Other notable practitioners include New York-based Zachary Brez and Nader Salehi, who are recognized for their prominent roles in complex enforcement matters, securities litigation, and government investigations.
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Client satisfaction: Lawyer & team quality
Client satisfaction: Sector knowledge

Key clients

  • Acadia Healthcare
  • The Boeing Company
  • Credit Suisse
Other key lawyers

Mark Filip; Asheesh Goel; Zachary Brez; Nader Salehi,