Seward & Kissel Strengthens Structured Credit Practice with Taha Khan Hire
Event summary
- Taha Khan joins Seward & Kissel as head of structured credit practice, bringing expertise in complex structured credit and securitization transactions.
- Khan's practice focuses on BSL CLOs, middle-market CLOs, direct lending vehicles, and other sophisticated structured finance matters.
- Khan's arrival follows several high-profile hires at Seward & Kissel in 2026, including additions to the Banking, Payments, and Fintech practice and Maritime Finance practice.
- Khan joins from Milbank LLP and is admitted to practice in New York and qualified as an Australian legal practitioner.
The big picture
Seward & Kissel's hire of Taha Khan underscores the growing importance of structured credit and securitization in the private markets. The move comes as asset managers and sponsors increasingly seek sophisticated financing strategies to navigate complex regulatory and capital considerations. Khan's expertise in hybrid transactions and asset-based lending positions Seward & Kissel to support clients in a rapidly evolving structured finance landscape.
What we're watching
- Market Expansion
- How Seward & Kissel's structured credit practice will leverage Khan's expertise to expand its market presence and attract new clients.
- Innovation Leadership
- Whether Khan's experience in innovative and first-of-their-kind deal structures will position Seward & Kissel as a leader in structured credit innovation.
- Competitive Dynamics
- The pace at which Seward & Kissel can differentiate itself from competitors like Milbank LLP in the structured credit space.