Jonathan N. Adair

Jonathan N. Adair

Chicago, IL recognized lawyers icon Recognized in Ones to Watch since 2021
Kirkland & Ellis LLP

216 Best Lawyers awards

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Awarded Practice Areas

Commercial Litigation Corporate Law Litigation - Bankruptcy

Biography

Jonathan Adair is a litigation partner in Kirkland's Chicago office. His practice focuses on complex litigation at both the trial and appellate levels. He has represented clients in litigation matters across a broad array of subjects, including insurance coverage, toxic tort, foreign judgment enforcement, commercial law, M&A disputes, False Claims Act, antitrust, bankruptcy, and SEC enforcement.

Jonathan spent nine months working at the litigation department of a large corporation. He managed a variety of litigation matters and developed a strong understanding of the role of legal and business teams at a client. Jonathan uses his experience working in-house to develop a strong team approach with his clients.

Kirkland & Ellis LLP

216 Best Lawyers awards

Kirkland & Ellis LLP logo

Overview

  • Washington University in St. Louis, J.D., graduated 2015
  • Northwestern University, B.A., Political Science, graduated 2012
  • Washington University in St. Louis, J.D., graduated 2015
  • Northwestern University, B.A., Political Science, graduated 2012

Client Testimonials

Awards & Focus

Recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America 2026 for work in:
  • Commercial Litigation
  • Corporate Law
  • Litigation - Bankruptcy

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