Kirkland & Ellis LLP

Kirkland & Ellis LLP’s broad international tax practice encompasses expertise in M&A, buyouts, fund formations, restructurings and financings as well as bankruptcy reorganizations and other complex transactions. The group is also well-versed in contentious matters and routinely undertakes litigation mandates before the Federal and state courts as well as the IRS and other tax authorities. Rachel Cantor specializes in cross-border M&S, leverages buyouts and debt and equity restructurings. New York-based Sara Zablotney is well-regarded for her transactional expertise, from M&A to joint ventures. She also offers advice on securities issuances, bankruptcy and restructuring mandates. Mike Carew is also a key contact for cross-border and international transactions, while Polina Liberman primarily handles private equity and M&A mandates. In New York, Mark Schwed is particularly notable for his advice on SPAC IPOs, financing and business combinations. Anthony Sexton handles all aspects of in- and out-of-court restructurings transactions as well as special situations and financings and is a key contact for distressed companies. Lee Morlock caters to Fortune 500 and Global 500 companies on a range of cross-border operations, including restructuring transactions and financings. Unless stated otherwise, all individuals mentioned are based in Chicago.