‘Pragmatic, supremely knowledgeable, very commercial’, Kirkland & Ellis International LLP’s London practice boasts an esteemed team of highly regarded partners, renowned for its ability in handling high-value, multi-jurisdictional mergers. The team is regularly sought after for its expertise on transactions subject to varying levels of regulatory scrutiny, catering to blue-chip clients hailing from the natural resources, TMT and financial services sectors. Leading the team is the ‘first rate’ and ’deeply respected’ Paula Riedel, lauded by both clients and peers for her extensive knowledge in high-value transactions; Riedel also regularly represents corporations before the European Commission and the CMA. Co-head Alasdair Balfour joins the team from A&O Shearman. The dual-qualified (English and Belgian) Sally Evans has been instrumental in the growth of the firm’s UK FDI practice and excels in UK merger control proceedings. Michael Engel has left the practice to join White & Case LLP.
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‘They offer an excellent service in creating a well organised, efficient and project managed service for transactional clients in a highly technical area.'
'Their use of data management and staffing (including paralegals) means you feel that you are getting an efficient and high value for money service, with appropriate input from senior lawyers where needed.'
'One of the most diverse teams I have worked with, which is of key importance.'
‘Paula Riedel and Sally Evans - both excellent and technically skilled partners who are always available when required, but also run a well managed team with trust in their associates. They offer a commercial approach and are very good at translating the more technical legal aspects of their work for non-legal people.'
‘A pragmatic, supremely knowledgeable, very commercial team with the very able Paula Riedel at its helm.’
‘Paula Riedel is absolutely first rate. A wonderful and deeply respected lawyer who's judgement is trusted absolutely by my lawyers and business colleagues alike. A truly wonderful practitioner.’
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Paula Riedel, Alasdair Balfour