Leon Daoud

Partner Debt Finance
Kirkland & Ellis International LLP

Overview

Leon Daoud is a debt finance partner in the London office of Kirkland & Ellis International LLP. Leon has a broad range of debt finance experience, with a focus on advising sponsors and corporates on syndicated and direct lending transactions, leveraged acquisitions, take privates, corporate lending and general banking matters. 

External Recognition

  • The Legal 500 UK (2025): Recognised for Acquisition Finance, where he is praised for handling “complex mandates”
  • The Lawyer (2025): Listed in the “Hot 100” which recognises the most daring, innovative and creative lawyers acting on current and significant matters.
  • IFLR1000 (2020–2024): Recognised as a “Notable Practitioner” for Banking

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Credentials

Admissions & Qualifications

  • 2011, Admitted to practice as a Solicitor of England and Wales

Education

  • BPP Law School, LondonLegal Practice Course2007
  • King's College LondonLL.M. (Corporate and Commercial Law)2006
  • Queen Mary University of LondonLL.B., Law2005