Paul Barker, Partner at Kirkland & Ellis

Today, my guest is Paul Barker, who is a Partner at Kirkland & Ellis. Dual-qualified in the UK and US, Paul represents private fund sponsors in fund formations and a range of asset management and portfolio transactions. Paul has a particular focus on the intersection of private capital, energy transition, and tech innovation. He is recognized in Chambers USA as a leading lawyer for impact investing.

Prior to joining the Firm, Paul practiced as a barrister from a prominent London chambers. He was ranked as a leading barrister by The Legal 500. Paul has also held teaching appointments at Stanford Law School and Columbia University. He received an LLM from Columbia Law School and a BA from University of Cambridge.