Kirkland & Ellis

Kirkland & Ellis has reinforced its standing as a pre-eminent private M&A firm, with a strong emphasis on high-value, sponsor-led transactions. Over the past year, the firm has advised on several market-shaping deals, including high-profile de-listings and take-privates. It is widely recognised for its expertise in privatisations, reverse takeovers, sponsor-backed acquisitions, and cross-border mergers. Co-chair Joey Chau is highly experienced in complex transactional mandates, particularly high-profile take-privates, while fellow co-chair Brian Ho brings deep regulatory insight from his previous role as Executive Director at the Securities and Futures Commission. Peng Yu, Jesse Sheley, and Pierre-Luc Arsenault are also central to the team's ongoing successes.