Kirkland & Ellis LLP

Kirkland & Ellis LLP is one of the world's largest and highest-grossing law firms, founded in Chicago in 1909. From its origins as a two-man partnership, the firm has grown to more than 4,000 lawyers operating from 22 offices across the United States, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.

The firm has market-leading practices in private equity, M&A and complex corporate transactions, investment fund formation, restructurings, high-stakes commercial and intellectual property litigation, and government regulatory and internal investigations. Kirkland & Ellis consistently ranks as the top law firm by revenue globally.

Chicago is home to Kirkland's largest office worldwide, with over 800 attorneys occupying 26 floors of the 60-story building at 300 North LaSalle. The firm's Chicago heritage continues to drive its culture of excellence and entrepreneurial spirit.