Highly active on both the contentious and non-contentious sides, Kirkland Ellis handles significant disputes, investigations and corporate matters for global clients active across a diverse array of sectors, from financial services to tech. The practice is spearheaded by four key players: Srinivas Kaushik, who is highly experienced at handling acquisitions and investments, Asheesh Goel, an expert in relation to risk issues and is relied upon by multinational investors and companies for advice, Atif Khawaja, whose realm of expertise lies in commercial disputes, and ‘razor sharp’ Cori Lable, who is noted for her ability to assist with corruption, money laundering, economic sanctions and financial fraud.

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Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘This team brings all-rounded experience on FCPA and anti-bribery matters to private equity investments throughout the APAC region, including higher-risk jurisdictions like India.’

  • ‘Jodi Wu is very hands-on, efficient and commercial. Cori Lable has valuable expertise in the white collar and investigations space.’

  • ‘Kirkland & Ellis is a great white-collar team.'

  • 'Cori Lable has the trust of all her clients who are very loyal to her. She’s razor sharp, always available and acts in the best interests of her client. ’

Key clients

  • Advent International
  • Bain Capital Private Equity
  • PAG

Work highlights

  • Advised Bain Capital on various transactions in India.
  • Advised Advent International on debt financing for its acquisition of Suven Pharmaceuticals Limited.
  • Advised PAG on financing of its acquisition of Sekhmet Pharmaventures Private Limited.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Srinivas Kaushik, Asheesh Goel, Atif Khawaja, Cori Lable

Other key lawyers

Jodi Wu