Daniel E. Wolf

Daniel E. Wolf, P.C., a partner at Kirkland & Ellis LLP, is a premier mergers and acquisitions attorney recognized for guiding complex, high-stakes transactions. With deep experience across industries and geographies, he advises public and private companies, private equity sponsors, and boards on all aspects of M&A, governance, and activism defense.

Daniel earned his LL.B. with First Class Honours from the London School of Economics and Political Science in 1995 and is admitted to practice in New York. Fluent in Hebrew, he brings an international perspective and legal precision to cross-border transactions and contested deals around the globe.

Throughout his career, Daniel has advised on M&A deals exceeding $500 billion in aggregate value, including multibillion-dollar acquisitions for companies like Bristol Myers Squibb, Danaher, and Walgreens Boots Alliance. His practice includes corporate carve-outs, strategic spin-offs, private equity investments, and proxy defense in activism situations.

Consistently ranked in Chambers USA Band 1 for M&A and recognized in The Legal 500, IFLR, and Who’s Who Legal, Daniel was named “Dealmaker of the Year” and “U.S. Lawyer of the Year for M&A.” His leadership has been instrumental in landmark deals across life sciences, technology, healthcare, consumer products, and financial services.

Daniel’s expertise in navigating regulatory challenges, boardroom dynamics, and shareholder relations has made him a trusted advisor to Fortune 500 companies and investment firms alike. He frequently handles complex negotiations involving corporate control, antitrust clearance, and multijurisdictional coordination.

With a distinguished record of transactional success, Daniel E. Wolf, P.C., continues to be one of the most sought-after M&A lawyers in the United States, delivering innovative, client-driven solutions in the most demanding deal environments.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Kirkland & Ellis LLP
• Member, New York State Bar Association

Licensed State

• New York

Education

• London School of Economics and Political Science
  Bachelor of Laws (LLB)

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