Kirkland Partner Michael Sciaccotta Named to Chicago Lawyer’s 40 Under Forty

Chicago Lawyer named Kirkland & Ellis partner Michael Sciaccotta to its “40 Under Forty” list for 2024. Michael has significant experience representing and advising Fortune 500 companies in a broad range of high-stakes, commercial litigation matters; success counseling and representing private equity sponsors and their portfolio companies in commercial disputes; and a proven track record of success litigating high-profile bankruptcies and restructurings.

Michael was recognized by clients and co-counsel for his “decorum, adaptability, intellectual curiosity, diligence and communication,” and “has the potential to be one of the best lawyers in the city.” Chicago Lawyer lauded him as “one of the most respected commercial litigation attorneys in Chicago,” one who “shines when the pressure rises.”

Kirkland partner and Executive Committee member Andrew Kassof remarked, “[Michael] is a highly motivated, talented commercial litigator and I look forward to watching his continued success for years to come.”