Seward & Kissel LLP is a premier U.S. law firm with an international reputation for excellence, and a deep specialization in corporate and litigation work for the financial services industry. Founded in 1890, the firm maintains offices in New York City and Washington, D.C., and is particularly distinguished for its long-standing representation of major financial institutions, investment funds, and transportation companies.
The firm’s attorneys are highly experienced and many have spent the majority of their legal careers at the firm, fostering a culture dedicated to professional excellence, sound judgment, and hands-on client service. Seward & Kissel is especially well-regarded for serving clients in financial services, investment management, corporate finance, and capital markets, including investment advisers, hedge funds, private equity funds, broker-dealers, institutional investors, and shipping industry participants.
Services Offered
- Corporate Law
- Litigation
- Investment Management
- Corporate Finance
- Capital Markets
- Financial Services Regulation
- Representation of Investment Advisers
- Hedge Fund Formation and Advice
- Private Equity Fund Representation
- Mutual Fund Services
- Broker-Dealer Regulation
- Shipping and Maritime Law
- Bankruptcy and Corporate Restructuring
- Cryptocurrency and Blockchain Legal Services
- Registered Investment Adviser Compliance Services
- Securities Law
- Employment Litigation
- Mergers and Acquisitions
The firm supports clients globally from its New York and Washington, D.C. offices and maintains a strong focus on regulatory compliance, industry transactions, and complex financial structures, reinforced by dedicated blogs and resources covering investment management, crypto, maritime law, and restructuring.
