Cahill Gordon & Reindel LLP Expands London Presence with Key Partner Hire
Cahill Gordon & Reindel LLP has announced the addition of Lisa Seifman as a partner within its London office, a strategic move to bolster the firm’s capabilities in key financial practice areas. Seifman will assume the roles of Chair of the firm’s Real Estate Finance practice group and Co-Chair of the Digital Infrastructure Finance practice, bringing substantial expertise to Cahill’s European operations. This appointment closely follows the recent arrival of Jeremy Duffy, Chair of Cahill’s European Leveraged Finance practice group and also Co-Chair of Digital Infrastructure Finance, signifying a period of significant growth for the firm.
Seifman’s legal practice centers around sophisticated, international real estate transactions. She provides counsel on a broad spectrum of deals, encompassing real estate investment acquisitions and disposals, development financing, non-performing loan (NPL) portfolio acquisitions, and innovative “loan on loan” real estate financings. Her deep understanding of these complex financial structures positions her as a valuable asset to Cahill’s client base. She regularly advises both financial institutions and sponsors, as well as internationally active developers and operators, across local and pan-European ventures.
Strengthening Digital Infrastructure and Real Estate Finance Capabilities
The addition of Seifman and Duffy creates a powerful synergy within Cahill’s London office, particularly in the rapidly evolving data center finance sector. The newly formed team has already established a strong reputation for handling some of the largest data center mandates in Europe, becoming a preferred legal partner for EMEA-based financing. This London-based team will work in close collaboration with Cahill’s established New York office, which has been actively involved in numerous data center finance engagements within the United States.
Duffy will continue to focus on leveraged finance, offering guidance to global financial institutions, corporations, and their associated funds on European and cross-border transactions. This expansion further solidifies Cahill’s position as a leading transatlantic firm in the leveraged finance landscape.
“We’re thrilled to have Lisa join our London office,” stated Herb Washer, Chair of Cahill's Executive Committee. “Alongside Jeremy, she will enhance our ability to serve clients’ global requirements in leveraged finance, private credit, and emerging areas of transactional finance. Investing in these highly regarded partners demonstrates our unwavering commitment to expanding our financial practices and enhancing client services in London and throughout EMEA. Their expertise and extensive market knowledge will allow Cahill to confidently navigate the most intricate European and cross-border deals, independently or in conjunction with our U.S. practice.”
A Cross-Border Powerhouse in Transactional Finance
Lisa Seifman expressed her enthusiasm for the opportunity, stating, “Cahill’s U.S. team has emerged as a frontrunner in data center and digital infrastructure finance, spearheading truly innovative transactions. Given our combined experience in this sector and across real estate finance, we are poised to become a leading cross-border force in this space. We could not be more excited for this incredible opportunity.” She further highlighted the breadth of Cahill’s expertise, noting, “While Cahill is widely recognized for its leveraged finance practice, the firm also excels in high yield, investment grade, private credit, asset-backed finance, and bankruptcy and restructuring – all interconnected practices that provide a robust financial foundation.”
About Cahill Gordon & Reindel LLP
Cahill Gordon & Reindel LLP consistently ranks among the world’s most successful law firms. Founded in 1919 on Wall Street, Cahill has built a legacy of legal innovation and is a trusted advisor to leading financial institutions, corporations, and their leadership. The firm maintains offices in New York’s Financial District, Washington, D.C., London, and Delaware, providing comprehensive legal services across a wide range of complex matters.
