In a significant move, Willkie Farr & Gallagher has appointed Hannah Thompson Frank as a partner in its corporate and financial services department, specifically within the capital markets practice group in Washington, D.C. This appointment, announced on Tuesday, underscores the firm’s commitment to enhancing its capabilities in capital markets.
Hannah Thompson Frank joins Willkie from McGuireWoods, bringing with her a wealth of experience in advising public companies across a variety of sectors. Her expertise encompasses crisis management, capital and strategic transactions, corporate governance, legal strategy, and compliance with securities law. Among her specific skills are representing issuers in equity, debt, and hybrid offerings, managing liability transactions, implementing share repurchase programs, and addressing compliance matters.
The addition of Frank is likely to strengthen Willkie’s offering in dealing with complex financial transactions and compliance issues, an area of increasing importance as regulatory environments become more intricate. Given her background and expertise, Frank is expected to play a vital role in supporting Willkie’s clients through the multifaceted landscape of financial and corporate law.
You can read more about the announcement through Bloomberg Law.