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Business Wire
4 days ago
- Business
- Business Wire
Top Restructuring Lawyers Kyle Ortiz and Brian Shaughnessy Join Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer in New York
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer announced today that leading restructuring attorneys Kyle J. Ortiz and Brian F. Shaughnessy have joined the firm as partners in its Bankruptcy and Restructuring Group. Ortiz and Shaughnessy advise debtors, creditors, and other parties in interest in complex restructurings both in and out of court. On June 1, 2025, Kramer Levin officially combined with Herbert Smith Freehills to become Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer, known as HSF Kramer. Ortiz has represented debtors and creditors in some of the largest and most complex chapter 11 cases of the past fifteen years including Eletson Holdings, LATAM Airlines, Greensill Capital, Pacific Drilling, Westinghouse, SunEdison, American Airlines, and Lehman Brothers. He has also represented investors and other creditors in complex restructuring matters, including cross-border restructurings. An experienced trial lawyer, Shaughnessy has nearly two decades of experience in complex business disputes involving bankruptcy, securities and contract issues, as well as regulatory and corporate governance matters, among others. 'We are delighted to welcome Brian and Kyle as the first new hires of HSF Kramer,' said Justin D'Agostino, Global CEO of Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer. 'Kyle is a widely-respected and dynamic adviser. Their addition enhances the pre-eminence and depth of our restructuring team and fits squarely into our strategic plan.' 'Kyle and Brian's deep experience in high-stakes restructurings and distressed situations will be instrumental in helping clients navigate an uncertain economic landscape,' said Amy Caton and Ken Eckstein, HSF Kramer's Heads of Bankruptcy and Restructuring, US. 'Their insight, creativity, and commercial acumen are a perfect fit for our solutions-driven group.' Paul Schoeman, executive partner of the U.S. region for Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer, said: 'I'm thrilled that Kyle and Brian are joining our premier bankruptcy and restructuring practice. Their arrival underscores the commitment that we at HSF Kramer have to building on our strengths and attracting top-level talent in key markets.' Ortiz added, 'I have consistently enjoyed working with and across from Kramer Levin's world-class restructuring team. I'm incredibly excited to join this team and to take advantage of the global reach and industry expertise that the HSF Kramer platform now has to offer.' Ortiz received his J.D. from The University of Chicago Law School and his B.A. from Northern Michigan University. Shaughnessy earned his J.D. from Georgetown University Law Center and his B.A., cum laude, from Harvard College. About Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer (HSF Kramer) was formed in June 2025 through the transformational combination of Herbert Smith Freehills and Kramer Levin, creating a world-leading global law firm. With over 6,000 people including c.2,700 lawyers and spanning 26 offices, HSF Kramer provides comprehensive legal services across every major region of the world. Uniquely positioned to help clients achieve ambitious objectives, HSF Kramer delivers exceptional results in complex transactions and high-stakes disputes.
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer Officially Launches
The firm also confirms global leadership team NEW YORK, June 02, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer is delighted to announce the successful completion of the combination between Herbert Smith Freehills and Kramer Levin on June 1, 2025. This transformative combination creates an integrated global legal powerhouse of some 2,700 lawyers, including around 630 partners, across 26 offices. With over US$2 billion in revenues, positioning it among the world's top law firms, HSF Kramer has established a robust global platform for future investment and expansion. Rebecca Maslen-Stannage, Chair and Senior Partner of Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer, commented: "Today we embark on an exciting new chapter. Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer unites two firms with complementary strengths, shared values, and a bold vision for the future. We are delighted by the overwhelmingly positive feedback from our clients and our people. Together, we will focus on our strategic vision and build on this fantastic platform." HSF Kramer's extensive footprint and global reach offer immediate synergies in areas such as private equity, bankruptcy, disputes, real estate, and securitization, providing clients with unparalleled support on complex transactions and high-stakes disputes. Justin D'Agostino, Global CEO of Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer, commented: "In today's fast-evolving and uncertain macroeconomic landscape, clients need a truly global law firm with deep local insight across all their key markets. Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer is uniquely positioned to deliver exceptional outcomes in an increasingly complex and interconnected world." The firm will have a strong focus on growth and investments, particularly in all these key practice areas as well as a broader transactional offering, on enhancing its New York presence, and on building its regulatory and technology practices centered around its Washington DC and Silicon Valley offices. Paul Schoeman and Howard Spilko, Co-Managing Partners of Kramer Levin prior to the combination commented: "We look forward to the strategic investments we will be making as a result of the combination to grow our destination practices in the U.S. and enhance the service we provide to clients here and throughout the world." Paul Schoeman will serve as the Executive Partner of the U.S. region, and Howard Spilko will serve as Global Head of Private Equity and Chair of Corporate, US, as well as serve on the Global Council for HSF Kramer. Justin D'Agostino leads the firm's Global Executive and is joined by Executive Partners Kristin Stammer (Asia & Australia), Jeremy Walden (UK & EMEA), Paul Schoeman (US), Alison Brown (US Growth & Strategic Integration) and Anna Sutherland (Practices). About Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer (HSF Kramer) was formed in June 2025 through the transformational combination of Herbert Smith Freehills and Kramer Levin, creating a world-leading global law firm. With over 6,000 people including c.2,700 lawyers and spanning 26 offices, HSF Kramer provides comprehensive legal services across every major region of the world. Uniquely positioned to help clients achieve ambitious objectives, HSF Kramer delivers exceptional results in complex transactions and high-stakes disputes. For more information visit LinkedIn: View source version on Contacts Media contact: Jennifer Manton Tel: +1 212 715 7612Email: Peter Pochna Tel: +1 212 843 8007Email: ppochna@ Sign in to access your portfolio
Business Wire
6 days ago
- Business
- Business Wire
Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer Officially Launches
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer is delighted to announce the successful completion of the combination between Herbert Smith Freehills and Kramer Levin on June 1, 2025. This transformative combination creates an integrated global legal powerhouse of some 2,700 lawyers, including around 630 partners, across 26 offices. This transformative combination creates an integrated global legal powerhouse of some 2,700 lawyers, including around 630 partners, across 26 offices. With over US$2 billion in revenues, positioning it among the world's top law firms, HSF Kramer has established a robust global platform for future investment and expansion. Rebecca Maslen-Stannage, Chair and Senior Partner of Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer, commented: 'Today we embark on an exciting new chapter. Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer unites two firms with complementary strengths, shared values, and a bold vision for the future. We are delighted by the overwhelmingly positive feedback from our clients and our people. Together, we will focus on our strategic vision and build on this fantastic platform." HSF Kramer's extensive footprint and global reach offer immediate synergies in areas such as private equity, bankruptcy, disputes, real estate, and securitization, providing clients with unparalleled support on complex transactions and high-stakes disputes. Justin D'Agostino, Global CEO of Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer, commented: "In today's fast-evolving and uncertain macroeconomic landscape, clients need a truly global law firm with deep local insight across all their key markets. Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer is uniquely positioned to deliver exceptional outcomes in an increasingly complex and interconnected world." The firm will have a strong focus on growth and investments, particularly in all these key practice areas as well as a broader transactional offering, on enhancing its New York presence, and on building its regulatory and technology practices centered around its Washington DC and Silicon Valley offices. Paul Schoeman and Howard Spilko, Co-Managing Partners of Kramer Levin prior to the combination commented: 'We look forward to the strategic investments we will be making as a result of the combination to grow our destination practices in the U.S. and enhance the service we provide to clients here and throughout the world.' Paul Schoeman will serve as the Executive Partner of the U.S. region, and Howard Spilko will serve as Global Head of Private Equity and Chair of Corporate, US, as well as serve on the Global Council for HSF Kramer. Justin D'Agostino leads the firm's Global Executive and is joined by Executive Partners Kristin Stammer (Asia & Australia), Jeremy Walden (UK & EMEA), Paul Schoeman (US), Alison Brown (US Growth & Strategic Integration) and Anna Sutherland (Practices). About Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer (HSF Kramer) was formed in June 2025 through the transformational combination of Herbert Smith Freehills and Kramer Levin, creating a world-leading global law firm. With over 6,000 people including c.2,700 lawyers and spanning 26 offices, HSF Kramer provides comprehensive legal services across every major region of the world. Uniquely positioned to help clients achieve ambitious objectives, HSF Kramer delivers exceptional results in complex transactions and high-stakes disputes.
