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John Kabealo

John Kabealo

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Kirkland & Ellis
 Kirkland & Ellis

Ranked in 1 practice area

International Trade: CFIUS Experts

USA

5 years ranked

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John Kabealo is a partner in the International Trade and National Security Practice Group in the Washington, D.C., office of Kirkland & Ellis LLP. John’s practice focuses on U.S. national security regulatory processes, including with respect to the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) and the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA), among others.

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Chambers Global Guide

International Trade: CFIUS Experts - USA

Band 2
Individual Editorial

John Kabealo has extensive experience in the CFIUS space guiding clients through the whole process. His client base features entities in the technology, finance and manufacturing industries.

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Strengths

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  • John Kabealo has really deep relations in CFIUS and does a great job leveraging that for his clients.

    International Trade: CFIUS ExpertsChambers Global Guide

  • John has the sophistication to understand complex transactions across industry types and is experienced in advising investment managers.

    International Trade: CFIUS ExpertsChambers Global Guide

  • John Kabealo was very knowledgeable, professional, and easy to communicate with.

    International Trade: CFIUS ExpertsChambers Global Guide

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