Margaret A. Christie

Jim Gaughan is a tough, talented, and experienced commercial litigator who has used his considerable experience and equanimity to successfully represent clients in a wide range of complex and challenging class action lawsuits in jurisdictions across the country. He is relentless about preparation and tactics, constantly weighing and analyzing the respective strengths of his clients, as well as their adversaries, in order to create the most effective and efficient legal strategies.

Asheesh Goel is a one of the leaders of Kirkland’s government & internal investigations practice and serves on the Firm’s Executive Committee. Asheesh advises clients on securities enforcement matters, including internal investigations, government investigations and enforcement actions. Asheesh has developed substantial depth on enforcement matters and transactional issues involving the U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act and other related laws, financial statement and disclosu...

Kristin is chair of the firm’s Labor & Employment practice group and focuses her practice on all aspects of labor and employment law. She advises and represents clients in labor relations, employment litigation, employment counseling, and the labor law aspects of mergers and acquisitions. Kristin has particularly deep experience in traditional labor law, where she has handled numerous unfair labor practice cases, strikes and injunctions, collective bargaining negotiations, organizin...

Mark A. Brown is a trial attorney with more than 30 years of experience representing individuals and families in complex civil litigation matters. Based in Chicago, Illinois, he serves clients throughout the region as part of Lane Brown LLC, focusing on Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs and Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs. Over the course of his career, Mark has handled cases involving medical malpractice , catastrophic injuries, sexual abuse , police misconduct, and other ser...

Gregory S. Gistenson is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Litigation - Construction. Gregory S. practices law in Chicago, Illinois Best Lawyers has recognized Gregory S. Gistenson 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 Gregory S. Gistenson is held by other lawyers.

Aurelija Fitzpatrick is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Family Law and Family Law Mediation. Aurelija practices law in Chicago, Illinois Best Lawyers has recognized Aurelija Fitzpatrick 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 Aurelija Fitzpatrick is held by other lawyers.

Derek concentrates his practice on the resolution of complex labor and employment disputes, as well as the development, implementation, and promotion of positive workplace practices and cultures to avoid disputes. Derek counsels clients on compliance with the myriad of labor and employment laws and regulations they face at the federal, state, and local levels. He assists with the negotiation, preparation, and administration of employment agreements and compensation programs, and regularly adv...

David J. Gold is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law. David J. practices law in Chicago, Illinois Best Lawyers has recognized David J. Gold since 2021. 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 David J. Gold is held by other lawyers.

David Allen helps high-net-worth individuals and families with all their legal needs. With an approach that seamlessly integrates estate planning, tax minimization and concierge lawyering, David's advice allows his clients to spend less time managing advisors and more time focusing on their passions, their businesses and their families. From restructuring valuable art collections to coordinating legal services for multibillion-dollar family businesses and family offices, David is often the fi...

Shilpi Gupta is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Corporate Law. Shilpi practices law in Chicago, Illinois Best Lawyers has recognized Shilpi Gupta since 2016. 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 Shilpi Gupta is held by other lawyers.