Niels Jensen has been recruited as a partner by Simpson Thacher & Bartlett, stepping into their capital markets practice based in New York. This announcement was made public by the firm on Tuesday.
Jensen brings extensive expertise in corporate, asset-backed, and structured financings. His work prominently includes whole business and PDP well securitizations, with a particular emphasis on cross-border transactions. His portfolio spans across various sectors, including energy, infrastructure, aviation, and healthcare.
Before joining Simpson Thacher, Jensen was with Vinson & Elkins, where he contributed to their capital markets team.
This latest appointment highlights Simpson Thacher’s continued commitment to enhancing its talent pool in capital markets, an area of increasing complexity due to evolving regulatory frameworks and expansive global reach.
Jensen’s arrival is set against a backdrop of growing demand for specialized legal expertise in handling complex financial instruments, making his addition particularly timely for the firm.
For further details, information can be found on Bloomberg Law.