Jeffrey C. Hammes

Former Partner at Kirkland & Ellis LLP

Jeffrey C. Hammes

Jeffrey C. Hammes

Former Partner at Kirkland & Ellis LLP

Biography

Presently, Jeffrey C. Hammes is Chairman for L&F Acquisition Corp. Mr. Hammes is also on the board of 5 other companies. He previously occupied the position of Chairman at Kirkland & Ellis International LLP and Member of Illinois State Bar Association. He received an undergraduate degree from the University of Wisconsin and a graduate degree from Northwestern University School of Law.

Overview

RelSci Relationships

4649

Number of Boards

12

Birthday

1959

Age

62

Number of Awards

10

Relationships

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Matthew E. Steinmetz

Partner at Kirkland & Ellis LLP

Relationship likelihood: Strong

Linda K. Myers

Partner at Kirkland & Ellis LLP

Relationship likelihood: Strong

William Pratt

Partner at Kirkland & Ellis LLP

Relationship likelihood: Strong

Michael M. Knetter

Former President & Chief Executive Officer at University of Wisconsin Foundation

Relationship likelihood: Strong

Mikaal Shoaib

Partner at Kirkland & Ellis LLP

Relationship likelihood: Strong

James Sprayregen

Partner at Kirkland & Ellis LLP

Relationship likelihood: Strong

David Fox

Partner at Kirkland & Ellis LLP

Relationship likelihood: Strong

Sanford E. Perl

Vice Chairman at Jewish United Fund of Metropolitan Chicago

Relationship likelihood: Strong

Paul J. Collins

Investment Partner at eBond Advisors, LLC

Relationship likelihood: Strong

Jere D. Fluno

Former Vice Chairman at W.W. Grainger, Inc.

Relationship likelihood: Strong

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In The News

Business Wire

January 4, 2021

L&F Acquisition Corp. Announces the Separate Trading of its Class A Ordinary Shares and Warrants Commencing January 7, 2021

Business Wire

November 18, 2020

L&F Acquisition Corp. Announces Pricing of $150 Million Initial Public Offering

Nasdaq

November 16, 2020

Victory Park Capital's SPAC L&F Acquisition lowers deal size by 25% ahead of $150 million IPO

Nasdaq

October 15, 2020

Victory Park Capital's second SPAC L&F Acquisition files for a $200 million IPO

Legal Week

October 1, 2020

Kirkland Promotes 145 to Partnership, Again Topping Its New Partner Promotion Record

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Jeffrey C. Hammes

Former Partner at Kirkland & Ellis LLP

Family Members

Spouse

Linda H. Hammes

Director, Secretary at Hammes Family Foundation

Education

JD

Class of 1985

Northwestern University - School of Law

The Northwestern University School of Law is an elite, private American law school in Chicago, Illinois. Located in the North Side's Streeterville, it is one of the twelve constituent schools of Northwestern University. The law school was founded in 1859 as the Union College of Law of the Old University of Chicago. The first law school established in Chicago, it became jointly controlled by Northwestern University in 1873 and fully incorporated into Northwestern in 1891. Northwestern Law is a member of the "T-14" law schools, a prestigious group of 14 schools that have national recognition.

BBA

Class of 1980

University of Wisconsin - Madison

The University of Wisconsin–Madison has long been recognized as one of America's great universities. A public, land-grant institution, UW–Madison offers a complete spectrum of liberal arts studies, professional programs and student activities. Spanning 936 acres along the southern shore of Lake Mendota, the campus is located in the city of Madison.

Memberships

Member

Prior

Illinois State Bar Association

Founded in 1877, the Illinois State Bar Association is the premier legal association in the state. As a voluntary organization of more than 30,000 members, the Association's primary focus is to assist Illinois lawyers in the practice of law and to promote improvements in the administration of justice. The Association engages in many important activities on behalf of the profession — among them proposing and shaping legislation, educating the public, and supporting the courts and the rule of law

Career History

Partner

1985 - 2019

Kirkland & Ellis LLP

Kirkland & Ellis LLP provides legal services. The company counsels clients in complex litigation, corporate and tax, intellectual property and restructuring matters. The company was founded in 1909 and is headquartered in Chicago, IL.

Certified Public Accountant, Tax Department

1980 - 1982

Arthur Andersen LLP

Arthur Andersen LLP used to provide accounting services. It was also into consulting services for clients that operate businesses throughout the United States and around the world. Arthur Andersen was founded in 1913 and was headquartered in Chicago, IL.

General Partner

Prior

K&E Investment Partners LP 2009 PEF

K&E Investment Partners LP 2009 PEF, a subsidiary of Kirkland & Ellis LLP, is an American company. The firm acts as Private Equity Fund.

Boards & Committees

Member, Board of Directors

Prior

American Jewish Committee

American Jewish Committee (AJC), established in 1906 by a small group of American Jews deeply concerned about pogroms aimed at Russian Jews, determined that the best way to protect Jewish populations in danger would be to work towards a world in which all peoples were accorded respect and dignity.Over 100 years later, AJC continues its efforts to promote pluralistic and democratic societies where all minorities are protected. AJC is an international think tank and advocacy organization that attempts to identify trends and problems early - and take action. Their key areas of focus are:•Combating anti-Semitism and all forms of bigotry;•Promoting pluralism and shared democratic values;•Supporting Israel's quest for peace and security;•Advocating for energy independence;•Strengthening Jewish life.In addition to its New York headquarters and Office of Government & International Affairs in Washington, AJC has 29 chapters and 3 independent affiliates in the U.S. and 8 overseas offices. In addition, AJC has 28 global partnerships.AJC’s approach, tackling a breadth of interests in a deliberate and diplomatic manner, contributes to a success that gains trust, earns access, and, most importantly, produces results.

Non-Profit Donations & Grants

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$20K - $30K

2012

Ravinia Festival Association

Ravinia Festival Association provides professional music shows. Its programs include reach programs, teach programs, instrument game, and program for jazz. The company was founded in 1904 and is located in Highland Park, IL.

$10K - $25K

2010

American Jewish Committee

American Jewish Committee (AJC), established in 1906 by a small group of American Jews deeply concerned about pogroms aimed at Russian Jews, determined that the best way to protect Jewish populations in danger would be to work towards a world in which all peoples were accorded respect and dignity.Over 100 years later, AJC continues its efforts to promote pluralistic and democratic societies where all minorities are protected. AJC is an international think tank and advocacy organization that attempts to identify trends and problems early - and take action. Their key areas of focus are:•Combating anti-Semitism and all forms of bigotry;•Promoting pluralism and shared democratic values;•Supporting Israel's quest for peace and security;•Advocating for energy independence;•Strengthening Jewish life.In addition to its New York headquarters and Office of Government & International Affairs in Washington, AJC has 29 chapters and 3 independent affiliates in the U.S. and 8 overseas offices. In addition, AJC has 28 global partnerships.AJC’s approach, tackling a breadth of interests in a deliberate and diplomatic manner, contributes to a success that gains trust, earns access, and, most importantly, produces results.

$10K +

2009

Wisconsin Association of School Business Officials, Inc.

TO PROVIDE PROFESSIONAL GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES FOR ITS MEMBERS, PROVIDE A NETWORK OF SUPPORT FOR ITS MEMBERS, TO WORK FOR ADEQUATE FUNDING, AND TO ADVOCATE FOR EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR THE CHILDREN IN THE STATE OF WISCONSIN

Political Donations

$100

2019

Richard Durbin

Majority Whip at Office of the Senate Majority Whip, Dick Durbin

$2,700

2019

Richard Durbin

Majority Whip at Office of the Senate Majority Whip, Dick Durbin

$2,600

2019

Raja Krishnamoorthi

Representative at Office of the Representative from Illinois' 8th District, Raja Krishnamoorthi

Transactions

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Golden Gate Private Equity, Inc., Lantiq Deutschland GmbH purchase Infineon Technologies AG /Wireline Communications Business from Infineon Technologies AG

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Golden Gate Private Equity, Inc. purchases EBHI Holdings, Inc.

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Golden Gate Private Equity, Inc., Mac Acquisition LLC purchase Romano's Macaroni Grill, Inc. from Brinker International, Inc.

Awards & Honors

2012

Best Lawyers - Best Lawyers in America

2011

Best Lawyers - Best Lawyers in America

2010

Best Lawyers - Best Lawyers in America

Other Affiliations

Jeffrey C. Hammes is affiliated with Kirkland & Ellis LLP, Arthur Andersen LLP, K&E Investment Partners LP 2009 PEF, American Jewish Committee

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