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Kirkland & Ellis

Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation

USA Guide 2026 : Texas: Houston & Surrounds

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Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation - Texas: Houston & Surrounds

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What the Team is Known For
Kirkland & Ellis demonstrates notable expertise in employee benefits and executive compensation matters arising from corporate transactions, restructurings and bankruptcies. The firm provides counsel on tax, securities and accounting issues related to compensation plans. The team regularly advises clients in the energy and natural resources industry.
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Work Highlights

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  • Kirkland & Ellis LLP advised Amcor in its all-stock merger with Berry Global Group, and led the negotiation of the benefits-related aspects of the definitive merger agreement.

Strengths

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  • Kirkland & Ellis provides a premium service and tailored support.

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  • Kirkland & Ellis provides thorough and thoughtful advice on complex matters.

    Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation respondentUSA

  • The firm is top-notch. It has a strong bench and excellent expertise.

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  • The team is knowledgeable, experienced, highly responsive and client-oriented.

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  • The team executes like clockwork.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • J Rob Fowler
    J Rob Fowler

    J Rob Fowler

    Rob Fowler has extensive experience navigating complex executive compensation and employee benefit issues stemming from M&A.

    • Rob is an expert in the area of executive compensation and provides thoughtful, practical advice.

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  • Stephen Jacobson
    Stephen Jacobson

    Stephen Jacobson

    Stephen Jacobson advises clients on the employee benefits and executive compensation aspects of restructurings, mergers and acquisitions.

    • Stephen has a deep level of expertise and is always highly responsive.

      Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation respondentUSA

    • Stephen is adaptable, responsive and practical.

      Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation respondentUSA

    • Stephen is thoughtful, creative, responsive, approachable and direct.

      Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation respondentUSA

    • Stephen is very practical and solution-oriented.

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  • Justin Coddington
    Justin Coddington

    Justin Coddington

    Justin Coddington regularly advises clients on various aspects of acquisitions, including compensation, employee benefits and equity incentive agreements.

    • Justin provides prompt, well-considered advice on complex and sophisticated matters.

      Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation respondentUSA

    • Justin is always very available and very willing to help.

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Ranked Individuals at Kirkland & Ellis (3)

Texas: Houston & Surrounds

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    J Rob Fowler

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    Stephen Jacobson

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    Justin Coddington

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