Kirkland & Ellis LLP supports public companies and their boards in corporate governance issues, advising clients on governance policies and procedures, carrying out board and CEO evaluations and looking at board composition and succession planning. It also aids clients with crisis management and shareholder engagement. The firm also leverages its expertise in finance to aid clients on any governance aspects of M&As, IPOs, restructurings and capital markets transactions. Sophia Hudson is an important name to note, she is well-versed in advising clients on corporate governance aspects of transactions, SEC compliance and disclosure. She resides in New York.
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Client satisfaction: Lawyer & team quality
Client satisfaction: Sector knowledge
Key clients
- Ferguson Enterprises, Inc.
- Kestra Medical Technologies
- Eli Lilly N
- Ryan Specialty Group
- Victoria’s Secret
- WK Kellogg Co
- Solo Brands
- Sylvamo
- Navy Seal Foundation
Work highlights
Advised Eli Lilly on all corporate governance matters, as well as billions in M&A and financing transactions.
Other key lawyers
Sophia Hudson