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Jon Ballis is Chairman of the Executive Committee of Kirkland & Ellis, one of the world’s leading law firms with 6,500 professionals (including more than 3,000 attorneys) around the world committed to the highest quality legal advice and unparalleled client service. In his role, Jon is responsible for establishing and executing upon Kirkland’s strategic priorities, including advancing business initiatives and promoting a culture of performance, collaboration and collegiality. ...

Michael D. Mulvihill is a trial lawyer with Cooney & Conway LLP in Chicago, Illinois. He received his J.D. from DePaul University College of Law in 1988 and his B.A. from Marquette University in 1985. He joined Cooney & Conway as a law clerk in 1986 and became an associate in 1989. Mr. Mulvihill represents plaintiffs in a wide range of civil litigation matters, including asbestos litigation, product liability, medical malpractice, construction negligence, premises liability, and trans...

Michael Cooney is a Chicago, Illinois personal injury lawyer who represents plaintiffs in cases involving serious injuries and wrongful death. His practice includes asbestos exposure, toxic chemicals, toxic torts, and corporate negligence. He represents union tradesmen and women, military service members, and families affected by exposure to harmful toxins. Michael has obtained multi-million-dollar recoveries for dozens of clients, including several recoveries exceeding $5 million. In one cas...

Carolina (“Carol”) Sales is a bankruptcy and commercial litigation attorney with Robbins DiMonte in Park Ridge, Illinois. She concentrates her practice on bankruptcy, creditor debtor rights, insolvency and reorganization law , and litigation involving financial disputes and business matters. Carol represents individuals, businesses, debtors, creditors, trustees, and other parties in interest in Chapter 7, Chapter 11, and Chapter 13 bankruptcy proceedings, as well as related litiga...

Linda T. Coberly is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Appellate Practice. Linda T. practices law in Chicago, Illinois Best Lawyers has recognized Linda T. Coberly since 2013. 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 Linda T. Coberly is held by other lawyers.

Albert F. Hofeld is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. Albert F. practices law in Chicago, Illinois Best Lawyers has recognized Albert F. Hofeld since 1983. 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 Albert F. Hofeld is held by other lawyers.

Michael Falk is a partner in the Chicago office of Kirkland & Ellis LLP. Michael advises clients in connection with qualified and non-qualified retirement plans, executive and equity compensation, Code Section 409A, Code Section 280G, and the compensation aspects of mergers and acquisitions. His experience includes assisting clients with the design and implementation of defined benefit and defined contribution retirement plans, nonqualified deferred compensation plans, and equity/incentiv...

Kim Nemirow is a partner in the Government & Internal Investigations Group in the Chicago office of Kirkland & Ellis LLP. Kim has nearly 20 years of experience advising multi-national organizations advising clients on highly sensitive and complex matters, including U.S. DOJ and SEC investigations, internal investigations and compliance matters. She had led countless investigations for private equity, pharmaceutical, medical device, technology and other clients into potential violation...

Douglas Masters litigates and counsels clients primarily in the areas of intellectual property, advertising and unfair competition. He helps brand owners, sports leagues, athletes and advertisers protect and leverage their branding, marketing and other IP assets. Notably, he has worked with the National Collegiate Athletic Association for nearly 20 years on brand protection strategy, helping strengthen the organization’s ability to support college athletics. Doug has counseled major cor...

Christian B. Hennion is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Private Funds / Hedge Funds Law. Christian B. practices law in Chicago, Illinois Best Lawyers has recognized Christian B. Hennion since 2027. 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 Christian B. Hennion is held by other lawyers.