Sidley Austin LLP has announced its new class of partners and counsel, promoting 29 attorneys to partnership and appointing 15 to counsel roles. Among them are seven attorneys based in Los Angeles, effective from January 1, 2026. This significant expansion reflects the firm’s ongoing growth and commitment to excellence in legal service.
The newly promoted attorneys represent a diverse range of practices, showcasing Sidley’s multifaceted approach to client needs. The firm’s chair of the Management Committee, Yvette Ostolaza, emphasized the exceptional qualities of the new partners and counsel. “Each of them has demonstrated the attributes that are necessary to practice at the highest levels of our profession,” Ostolaza stated. “They have earned the trust and respect of our partnership and our valued clients, marking an extraordinary accomplishment during an exciting time in the legal profession.”
Similarly, Brian Fahrney, chair of Sidley’s Executive Committee, noted that these promotions indicate the firm’s sustained growth as an elite legal institution. “We continue to foster the growth of talented lawyers who meet the needs of their clients day in and day out,” he added.
New Partners from Los Angeles
The new partners in Los Angeles include:
– **Shayona Schiely**: Specializing in Global Finance, Private Equity, and Restructuring, Schiely focuses on debt finance, representing both private equity sponsors and their portfolio companies. She has considerable experience in complex liability management and restructuring matters.
– **Jonathan M. Westreich**: A Tax expert, Westreich advises public and private companies on mergers, acquisitions, and tax-free reorganizations, particularly in the sports, entertainment, and media sectors. His work also includes transactions involving equity and mortgage REITs.
– **Caleb J. Bowers**: Focusing on Environmental, Health, and Safety, Bowers handles regulatory litigation and enforcement defense. His expertise encompasses environmental compliance for e-commerce, industrial businesses, and infrastructure development projects.
– **Alexandria V. Ruiz**: Ruiz specializes in Commercial Litigation and Disputes, with a focus on complex business disputes and consumer fraud suits. Her experience spans state and federal courts, where she has successfully navigated trials and arbitrations.
New Counsel Appointments
In addition to the new partners, the following attorneys have been appointed as counsel in Los Angeles:
– **Victoria A. Anglin**: Anglin focuses on Investment Funds and Securities Enforcement, providing strategic guidance to clients navigating SEC regulations. Her work ensures that financial institutions manage compliance challenges effectively.
– **Alexandria Daugherty**: Daugherty represents individual and corporate clients in investigations by government agencies. Her experience includes high-stakes matters involving the U.S. Department of Justice and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, spanning various sectors from technology to healthcare.
– **Jonathan H. Koh**: Koh’s practice revolves around Real Estate transactions, including loan originations, restructurings, and leasing for diverse asset types such as hospitality, retail, and mixed-use projects.
Sidley’s promotion of these attorneys comes at a time when the legal industry is evolving rapidly. The firm is committed to maintaining its leadership in the legal field while adapting to the changing landscape. As the new partners and counsel take on their roles, they are poised to contribute significantly to Sidley’s future success and the needs of its clients.