Whitney Bosworth

Competent on the deal, but communication could be better

I hired Whitney Bosworth at Kirkland & Ellis to assist with the financing and corporate structuring for a mid-sized acquisition my company was pursuing in San Antonio. Her technical knowledge in banking and finance law was evident, and she clearly understood the leveraged buyout mechanics, which gave our investor group confidence. Her recognition in those practice areas is well-deserved. The documents she drafted were thorough and precise. However, the experience was somewhat mixed. While the final work product was solid, there were periods where communication lagged. Responses to emails, especially those requiring quick turnaround during due diligence, sometimes took longer than expected, which added a layer of stress to an already tight timeline. For a straightforward transaction, her two years of post-Duke experience was sufficient, but I felt the need to follow up more than I anticipated. The billing was as expected for a firm of this caliber. In the end, the deal closed successfully, and the legal foundations are sound. I would describe Whitney as a capable attorney who delivered on the core legal requirements, but the client service aspect—particularly proactive updates and accessibility—felt just adequate, not exceptional.