One year after her entrance into Selendy Gay, Kelley Cornish has assumed a pivotal leadership position within the New York-initiated litigation-focused boutique firm. Effective from February 3, Cornish has begun overseeing the firm’s strategic and financial operations, which marks a significant step in her career trajectory following a long tenure at Paul Weiss. Her role is part of a leadership framework that includes a management committee of three other partners, alongside Sloane Levy, the firm’s recently appointed chief operating officer.
While at Paul Weiss, Cornish carved out a noteworthy reputation in the legal arena, notably representing significant entities such as Walter Energy and the SPARC Group. Her move to Selendy Gay occurred shortly after co-founder David Elsberg’s departure to establish a new boutique firm. Cornish’s new responsibilities at Selendy Gay involve working closely with the management committee to steer the firm through strategic initiatives as it continues its evolution in a competitive legal landscape.
In a legal market where expertise in bankruptcy and restructuring remains in high demand, Cornish’s expertise is expected to bolster Selendy Gay’s stature and capability in this sector. For further insights into Cornish’s appointment and its implications for Selendy Gay, follow the detailed coverage on Bloomberg Law.