LAWYER PROFILE

Kazik Michalski

UK 2026

Kirkland & Ellis International LLP

Ranked in 1 practice area

Real Estate Finance

UK-wide

3 years ranked

About

Provided by Kirkland & Ellis International LLP

Practice Areas

Kazik F. Michalski is a partner in the debt finance practice in London. He represents top-tier private equity sponsors in connection with complex domestic and cross-border credit transactions involving real estate investments and developments throughout Europe.

Career

2018 to present Kirkland & Ellis International LLP; 2014-2018 Simpson Thacher & Bartlett, London; 2008-2014 Sidley Austin LLP, London

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Chambers Guide to the Legal Profession

Real Estate Finance - UK-wide

Band 3

Individual Editorial

Kazik Michalski is noted for his handling of complex real estate financing transactions, particularly when acting for major sponsor clients. He regularly manages cross-border matters for large private equity funds.

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Strengths

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He is exceptional in every aspect of his work. His level of sophistication is evident in the way he handles complex transactions, where his commercial awareness is particularly impressive.
Real Estate FinanceChambers Guide to the Legal Profession
Kazik is always ready to progress the transaction and bring matters to a swift and positive conclusion. He is calm and positive at all times, even when under pressure.
Real Estate FinanceChambers Guide to the Legal Profession
He is super technical, creative and very commercial. He doesn't get stuck in the weeds. He can translate technical jargon to us in commercial aspects, particularly in challenging deals.
Real Estate FinanceChambers Guide to the Legal Profession
Kazik is great to work with. He provides top-level advice and has a strong commercial awareness.
Real Estate FinanceChambers Guide to the Legal Profession
Kazik is a safe pair of hands. He clearly knows this market, is a cool customer under pressure and is a pleasure to deal with.
Real Estate FinanceChambers Guide to the Legal Profession