About Todd
Todd Herst: Experienced Technology & IP Transactions Attorney in Chicago, Illinois
Todd Herst is a seasoned attorney with over a decade of experience in technology and intellectual property law, specializing in structuring and negotiating complex transactions involving mergers and acquisitions, licensing arrangements, outsourcing/services arrangements, bankruptcy matters, joint ventures, and strategic alliances.
Introduction
- Todd Herst is recognized as one of the industry's rising stars, named a 'Rising Star' by both The Legal 500 United States for Outsourcing (2019–2021) and Super Lawyers (Illinois) for Technology Transactions (2018–2022).
- In his current role at Kirkland & Ellis LLP in Chicago, Todd has been named 'Ones to Watch' by Best Lawyers (in Intellectual Property Law) in 2021 and 2022.
Practice Areas
- Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- Technology Law
- Licensing Arrangements
- Selling/Leasing/Outsourcing/Servicing Arrangements
- Bankruptcy Matters
- Joint Ventures
- Strategic Alliances and Joint Development Agreements
Awards and Recognitions
- Nominated as 'Ones to Watch' by Best Lawyers (in Intellectual Property Law) in 2021 and 2022.
- Recognized as a 'Rising Star' by both The Legal 500 United States for Outsourcing (2019–2021) and Super Lawyers (Illinois) for Technology Transactions (2018–2022).
- Nominated as 'Rising Star' by The Legal 500 United States for Outsourcing in 2019–2021.
- Nominated as a 'Rising Star' by Super Lawyers (Illinois) for Technology Transactions in 2018–2022.
Education & Credentials
- B.A. from Northwestern University, graduating magna cum laude.
- J.D., cum laude from the University of Chicago Law School.
Firms
Todd Herst is a partner at Kirkland & Ellis LLP, located in Chicago, Illinois. He has been recognized as a leader within his field and continues to shape the landscape with innovative legal strategies and solutions.
Affiliations
- Member of The Legal 500 United States.
- Former consultant with IBM, Enterprise Systems Group.
Languages
- English
Recognized Since
Todd Herst has been recognized by Best Lawyers (in Intellectual Property Law) since 2021.
Todd Herst is recognized as a 'Rising Star' in Technology Transactions by Super Lawyers (Illinois) and by The Legal 500 United States for Outsourcing.
