Kirkland & Ellis Adds Andrew J. Gershon and Semhar M. Woldai to Investment Funds Group.
Kirkland strengthens its market-leading secondaries team with two high-profile hires amid rising demand.
Kirkland & Ellis has announced that Andrew J. Gershon and Semhar M. Woldai will join the firm as partners in its liquidity solutions practice, part of the Investment Funds Group.
“Andrew is a leader in the secondaries space, and Semhar is a talented rising star. We’re excited to have them on our leading secondaries team.” said Jon A. Ballis, Chairman of Kirkland’s Executive Committee.
Mr. Gershon, who joins from Debevoise & Plimpton LLP, brings extensive experience advising both investors and sponsors. His practice spans a broad range of secondary transactions, including fund recapitalizations, GP-led restructurings, secondary direct deals, and traditional fund interest acquisitions and dispositions.
“Kirkland is the market leader for investment funds work, with the largest volume of secondaries transactions of any law firm in the world. I’m thrilled to join the premier platform in the secondaries market and to contribute to its continued growth and success.” Andrew Gershon said.
Ms. Woldai, formerly counsel at Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP, focuses on fund formation and secondary transactions such as continuation funds. She also advises institutional investors on private fund investments.
“Kirkland presented an exciting opportunity to join an unmatched platform and a team of really exceptional lawyers who value collaboration, developing talent and a team-first approach.
I look forward to joining my new colleagues and contributing to the continued momentum and success of Kirkland’s secondaries team.” said Semhar Woldai.
Sean Hill, a senior partner in the Investment Funds Group, welcomed the additions.
“Andrew and Semhar are top performers. They will be a seamless addition to our leading team in the secondaries space.” Mr. Hill said.
The announcement follows the recent hire of Thibaut Partsch, who joined Kirkland’s London office on May 6. Partsch will help lead coordination between the firm and independent Luxembourg-based law firms, streamlining cross-border regulatory and legal efforts.
Kirkland & Ellis is a leading global law firm known for its excellence in M&A, corporate law, litigation, intellectual property, and private equity. With offices in key financial centers worldwide, the firm advises clients across a broad range of industries. Recognized for its work on high-stakes transactions and disputes, Kirkland delivers innovative legal strategies backed by deep industry knowledge. Its focus on complex deals and cutting-edge solutions positions it as a trusted advisor in the global legal market.
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