Haynes Boone Makes Double Fund Finance and Arbitration Partner Hire in London

Why It Matters

The hires deepen Haynes Boone’s capabilities in high‑value fund‑finance transactions and cross‑border arbitration, positioning the firm to capture growing demand from global investors and sponsors in Europe and beyond.

Key Takeaways

• Haynes Boone adds fund‑finance partner Jeremy Cross from Addleshaw Goddard.
• International arbitrator Philipp Kurek joins from Signature Litigation.
• London office now has eight lateral partner hires since Jan 2025.
• Haynes Boone moved to larger City of London premises in Dec 2024.

Pulse Analysis

Haynes Boone’s London office has become a focal point for the firm’s transatlantic expansion, reflecting a broader trend of U.S. firms deepening their European footprint. After relocating to a larger City of London space in December 2024, the firm has pursued a rapid hiring cadence, adding eight lateral partners in just over a year. This strategy aims to compete directly with entrenched UK firms and other U.S. boutiques for high‑margin work in fund finance, private equity and dispute resolution, sectors where client demand is intensifying amid cross‑border investment flows.

The addition of Jeremy Cross marks a significant boost to Haynes Boone’s fund‑finance practice. With more than 30 years of experience, Cross has structured subscription facilities, NAV loans and asset‑backed financing for both lenders and general partners. His background leading Addleshaw Goddard’s UK fund‑finance team and building Cadwalader’s London practice equips him to navigate the increasingly complex regulatory and tax environments that global fund managers face. By offering end‑to‑end advisory services, Haynes Boone can now capture a larger share of the lucrative lender‑side and borrower‑side mandates that dominate the European private‑equity market.

Philipp Kurek’s arrival strengthens the firm’s arbitration bench at a time when investor‑state disputes are on the rise, particularly in energy, mining and infrastructure projects. Kurek’s 14‑year tenure at Kirkland & Ellis and recent work at Signature Litigation have given him deep exposure to high‑value commercial arbitrations under major institutional rules. Integrated with Haynes Boone’s disputes, Latin America, and Mexico City teams, he will help clients manage geopolitical risk and regulatory challenges across multiple jurisdictions. Together, the fund‑finance and arbitration hires signal Haynes Boone’s commitment to delivering comprehensive, cross‑border solutions for sophisticated investors and sponsors.