Seward & Kissel LLP

Seward & Kissel LLP is a prominent U.S. law firm established in 1890, recognized for its international reputation in legal excellence. Headquartered in New York City with an additional office in Washington, D.C., the firm's core business revolves around providing corporate and litigation services. Its mission is to deliver effective, high-quality, and hands-on legal counsel, underpinned by a commitment to professional excellence and sound judgment.

The firm specializes in the financial services, corporate finance, capital markets, investment management, banking, and shipping industries. Seward & Kissel serves a diverse clientele, including major commercial banks, investment banking firms, investment advisers, various investment funds (mutual, hedge, and private equity), broker-dealers, institutional investors, and transportation companies. Its extensive practice areas encompass Asset and Wealth Management, Business Transactions, Capital Markets and Corporate Securities, Corporate Finance, Corporate Restructuring & Bankruptcy, Digital Assets, Employment Law, ESG, ERISA, Executive Compensation & Employee Benefits, Investment Management, Litigation & Investigations, Maritime & Transportation, Private Equity, and Taxation.

In recent leadership developments, Daniel Bresler was elected Management Committee Chair in 2025. The firm has actively expanded its partner ranks, promoting Theodore Kaminski to partner in the Investment Management Group effective January 1, 2026, and four private investment fund lawyers to partner effective January 1, 2024. Additionally, Seward & Kissel welcomed Adriana Schwartz and Hannah Thibideau as partners in its New York office in April 2026, and Craig Warkol joined as chair of the Litigation & Investigations Group in March 2026. The firm maintains a strong market position, particularly noted for its expertise in financial services, including hedge funds, and maritime law.