Simpson Thacher breaks into Chicago with Kirkland team

Noemi Distefano

August 07 2026

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Financial District and Board of Trade in Downtown Chicago, IL Loop

Ryan Harris, who formerly spent around 12 years at Kirkland & Ellis, will lead the new hub, which focuses on middle-market PE and family office clients

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United States (National) Illinois Simpson Thacher & Bartlett

Noemi Distefano

Senior Reporter IFLR

Noemi joined the IFLR team in 2024. An award-winning journalist, she previously worked as a reporter and podcast host at IR Magazine. Her earlier roles include reporting for Newtrade Media and Shephard Media. Noemi holds a Master’s degree in journalism from Edinburgh Napier University.