Kirkland & Ellis announced today that private equity lawyer Sebastian Pitz will join the Firm as a partner based in the Frankfurt office. “Sebastian is one of the leading young partners in the German market with significant experience advising on complex alternative capital transactions,” said Jon A. Ballis, Chairman of Kirkland’s Executive Committee. “We’re very excited that Sebastian is joining our stellar team in Germany.” Mr. Pitz advises leading global private equity firms, energy and infrastructure funds, growth funds and financial institutions on the planning and execution of private M&A transactions, growth, minority and co-investments, public takeovers, joint ventures, disposals and other complex transactions. “Sebastian is an exceptional lawyer who embodies a perfect blend of skill, talent and a proactive mindset,” said Benjamin Leyendecker, a corporate partner in Kirkland’s Munich office. “His addition marks a significant step forward in enhancing our Frankfurt office and expanding our presence in Germany.” Mr. Pitz is frequently recommended for private equity, M&A and corporate law by JUVE. He joins Kirkland from White & Case, where he was a partner. Mr. Pitz is the latest partner to join Kirkland in Germany. Kirkland announced last month that private equity/M&A partners Dr. Tobias Larisch and Florian Sippel and restructuring partners Dr. Christian Halàsz and Friedrich Schlott had joined. The Firm announced the opening of a new office in Frankfurt in early August.