UPDATE: Sidley has just announced the elevation of 29 attorneys to partner status, including seven based in Los Angeles, effective January 1, 2026. This significant move positions the firm for its next era of growth and showcases its commitment to developing top legal talent.
The newly promoted partners represent a diverse range of specialties, including finance, tax, environmental law, and commercial litigation. This announcement comes at a pivotal moment for Sidley, as the legal landscape continues to evolve rapidly.
Yvette Ostolaza, chair of Sidley’s Management Committee, expressed her enthusiasm, stating, “This is an exceptional group of lawyers that have been elected to partner and promoted to counsel. Each of them has demonstrated the attributes necessary to practice at the highest levels of our profession.”
The highlights from the Los Angeles contingent include:
– **Shayona Schiely** from Century City, specializing in global finance and private equity. Schiely focuses on debt finance, representing both private equity sponsors and their portfolio companies, along with lenders in debt financing. Her experience includes complex liability management and capital structure transactions.
– **Jonathan M. Westreich**, also from Century City, practices tax law, representing public and private companies in mergers and acquisitions within the sports, entertainment, and media sectors. His work encompasses capital markets transactions related to equity and mortgage REITs.
– **Caleb J. Bowers**, based in Los Angeles, focuses on environmental regulatory and litigation matters. He provides clients with guidance on compliance issues, especially concerning development projects in e-commerce and logistics.
– **Alexandria V. Ruiz**, also in L.A., is adept in commercial litigation and consumer class actions. She handles complex business disputes from initial investigations through trials and arbitration, achieving favorable outcomes in both state and federal courts.
In addition to the new partners, Sidley has promoted 15 attorneys to counsel, further strengthening its legal team. Notable promotions include:
– **Victoria A. Anglin**, who specializes in investment funds and regulatory compliance, offering strategic guidance to financial institutions navigating SEC regulations.
– **Alexandria Daugherty**, who focuses on white-collar defense and investigations, representing clients in high-stakes matters involving various federal agencies.
– **Jonathan H. Koh**, who handles real estate transactions involving diverse asset types, ensuring clients navigate the complexities of the real estate landscape effectively.
Brian Fahrney, chair of Sidley’s Executive Committee, emphasized the significance of this promotion cycle, stating, “This newly promoted class of highly regarded partners and counsel indicates our sustained growth as an elite firm.” He noted the firm’s ongoing commitment to fostering talented lawyers who meet client needs daily.
As Sidley gears up for this transformative period, the impact of these promotions will resonate throughout the legal community, highlighting the firm’s strategy to adapt and excel in an ever-evolving industry.
Stay tuned for further updates on Sidley’s continued growth and the influence of these new partners and counsel in the coming months.
