Emily Nicklin

Exceptional Litigator for High-Stakes Corporate Disputes

Our company retained Emily Nicklin of Kirkland & Ellis to defend us in a complex, multi-jurisdictional breach of contract and fiduciary duty case that threatened the core of our business. From the outset, her deep experience was evident. She leveraged her nearly five decades of trial work, including her specific background in venues like Delaware and Illinois courts, to craft a defense strategy that was both aggressive and meticulously detailed. Her recognition in Bet-the-Company and Commercial Litigation is well-deserved; she possesses a preternatural calm under pressure and an ability to distill incredibly complex financial and operational details into a compelling narrative for the bench. The matter was resolved through arbitration on terms far more favorable than we had anticipated, a direct result of her preparation and commanding presence. While the outcome was superb, the pace of communication from her office could occasionally lag during non-critical phases, which, given the stakes, created some internal anxiety. That said, when it mattered, Emily was always directly accessible and decisive. For any business facing existential litigation, her strategic mind and courtroom prowess are invaluable assets. We are profoundly grateful for her representation.