Alison M. Mitchell

Mark Hagedorn advises on a wide variety of intellectual property matters, including patent, trademark and copyright solicitation and IP litigation, licensing and counseling. Appreciated for his honesty and practical legal advice, Mark consistently delivers utilitarian solutions that help his clients resolve disputes and litigation efficiently and economically. Mark offers broad experience in virtually all phases of IP counseling and litigation. He understands and has represented clients invol...

Kevin Van Wart is a partner Kirkland's Chicago office, where he concentrates in complex litigation, including mass tort claims, class action lawsuits, product liability and pharmaceutical claims, and high stakes commercial disputes. Kevin has served as lead trial and appellate counsel in a wide variety of cases throughout the country and teaches trial advocacy at the University of Chicago Law School. The National Law Journal featured Kevin's successful trial work in naming Kirkland to its 200...

Sandy brings a unique perspective combining his legal and business experience to assist his clients in viewing legal issues outside the box. Sandy’s clients appreciate his practical approach to counseling and structuring transactions and relationships to both prevent and solve problems in a manner that leads them to realize their strategic and operational goals. Sandy’s international background and experience have made him especially valuable to international clients looking to se...

Jillian S. Cole is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law. Jillian S. practices law in Chicago, Illinois Best Lawyers has recognized Jillian S. Cole since 2025. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Jillian S. Cole is held by other lawyers.

Steven Grimes is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Criminal Defense: White-Collar. Steven practices law in Chicago, Illinois Best Lawyers has recognized Steven Grimes since 2024. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Steven Grimes is held by other lawyers.

Mr. Levin has concentrated his practice on complex business transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, buyouts, private equity and venture capital investing, formation of private equity funds, debt and equity restructurings and workouts, and executive compensation, with emphasis on tax, corporate, SEC, and structuring aspects, handling transactions which range in size from several million dollars to more than $7 billion.

Having served as a former Assistant Attorney General for the State of Illinois and Assistant Corporation Counsel for the City of Chicago, Jack George is a valued leader who possesses a deep knowledge of real estate law. Jack focuses his practice on real estate, land use, and zoning matters. He is instrumental in shaping the Chicago skyline, and has worked on numerous notable development projects consisting of complex elements such as zoning map amendments, planned development applications, an...

Justin Winerman is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law. Justin practices law in Chicago, Illinois Best Lawyers has recognized Justin Winerman since 2020. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Justin Winerman is held by other lawyers.

Attorney Michael W. Lenert is an experienced litigator who has obtained tremendous results for both injured individuals as well as businesses and government entities. Mr. Lenert practices in the areas of personal injury , medical negligence , workers' compensation , commercial and general litigation. As a trial attorney, Mike understands that regardless of the nature of the case or the client involved, the only way he can passionately and effectively tell the story of his client is to be know...

William J. Dorsey is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Litigation - Bankruptcy and Real Estate Law. William J. practices law in Chicago, Illinois Best Lawyers has recognized William J. Dorsey since 2025. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which William J. Dorsey is held by other lawyers.