Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP has strengthened its presence in Chicago with the addition of Kimberly Jones and Sarah Kessler as partners. This move is part of the firm’s strategic expansion, aiming to bolster its expertise in ERISA litigation and finance platforms. The firm made the announcement on Tuesday.
Kimberly Jones is an experienced litigator who will contribute significantly to Willkie’s ERISA-related legal services. She represents plan sponsors, fiduciaries, and third-party administrators in federal courts across the United States. Previously, she practiced at Faegre Drinker and her move to Willkie is anticipated to enhance their client offerings in the area of employee benefits and executive compensation law.
Sarah Kessler’s expertise in finance law will enhance Willkie’s capabilities in advising on complex finance-related matters. Her focus includes advising lenders and borrowers on private equity-related finance, fund finance, and acquisition finance. She previously worked at Chapman and Cutler, where she built a robust practice in finance law.
The addition of Jones and Kessler reflects Willkie’s commitment to expanding its legal services in strategic markets and practice areas. The Chicago office, buoyed by these additions, is positioned to provide even more comprehensive legal services to clients operating in diverse industries.