Paul Hastings Elevates Experienced Finance and Restructuring Lawyer Jesse T. Kirsch to Of Counsel

February 10, 2021

New York – Paul Hastings LLP, a leading global law firm, announced today that experienced finance and restructuring lawyer Jesse T. Kirsch has been elevated to of counsel. Mr. Kirsch is based in the New York office.

“Jesse is an outstanding lawyer, whose legal and business expertise positions Paul Hastings well for achieving the greatest success for our clients,” said Jennifer Yount, chair of the Paul Hastings global Finance and Restructuring practice. “His move to of counsel is a testament to his hard work and dedication, and just the latest example of our commitment to developing outstanding legal talent to serve our Finance and Restructuring clients’ evolving needs.”

“Our firm’s collaborative culture, entrepreneurial spirit and unparalleled opportunities make it a great place for me to further establish myself as a finance lawyer,” said Mr. Kirsch. “I’m excited for what the future holds as my career continues to advance alongside the firm’s leading Finance and Restructuring practice.”

Mr. Kirsch represents leading commercial and investment banks and alternative lenders in middle-market and large cap leveraged finance transactions. His broad-based domestic and international finance experience includes widely syndicated and bilateral credit facilities, acquisition financings, and asset-based facilities. He advises clients throughout the deal cycle, from commitment letters to execution, and refinancings to restructurings. Kirsch also has significant experience with secured and unsecured registered offerings and private placements of debt, equity, and convertible securities, representing both underwriters and issuers.

At Paul Hastings, our purpose is clear — to help our clients and people navigate new paths to growth. With a strong presence throughout Asia, Europe, Latin America, and the U.S., Paul Hastings is recognized as one of the world’s most innovative global law firms.