New York, NY – Pallas Partners LLP, an elite litigation practice specialising in high stakes litigation, international arbitration and investigations, today announced the opening of its New York office. Duane Loft, who will lead the practice, is joined by Melissa Kelley, Counsel, and associates Anastasia Cembrovska and Brianna Hills Simopoulos.
The New York office will handle complex commercial litigation, with a focus on restructuring and bankruptcy disputes, as well as cross-border litigation for the world’s most sophisticated clients. Having launched in London in February this year, Pallas Partners is among the very few litigation boutiques with top-end expertise in both the US and UK. A meaningful transatlantic presence is crucial to serving Pallas Partners’ clients, many of which operate across both jurisdictions.
“We’re thrilled to be officially opening our practice in New York with a stellar team of lawyers that will bring clients Big Law expertise in a personalised, partner-led format,” said Natasha Harrison, Founder and Managing Partner, Pallas Partners LLP. “Having strength and depth in both London and New York has always been a central pillar of our approach and we’re eager to continue building a truly different kind of law firm that sets us apart for clients wanting bold, winning strategies that drive value.”
“It’s a privilege to lead this talented group of lawyers who are capable of handling our clients’ most important courtroom matters,” said Duane Loft, Partner. “This is an opportunity to build on Pallas’ remarkable success in London and to continue delivering results for our clients. We’re eager to get started.”
Melissa Kelley, Counsel, is dual qualified in both New York and England and focuses on restructuring and bankruptcy litigation, finance litigation, and other business disputes. Melissa has represented bondholder and lender groups in significant corporate bankruptcies and investor disputes around the world. She also advises clients on litigation aspects of distressed investments and maintains an active pro bono practice.
Anastasia Cembrovska, Associate, focuses on complex commercial litigation, on behalf of plaintiffs and defendants, in state and federal courts. Anastasia has worked on high-profile matters including creditor rights and adversary bankruptcy matters, antitrust class actions, white collar matters, and contract disputes.
Brianna Hills Simopoulos, Associate, represents plaintiffs and defendants at all stages of complex commercial litigation. She has particular experience in antitrust, capital markets, and cross border litigation. Brianna formerly clerked for Judge Charles R. Wilson of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit.
Pallas Partners (US) LLP is located in midtown Manhattan at 75 Rockefeller Plaza.
