Seward & Kissel adds Clara Zylberg as special counsel, marking 10th hire from McDermott Will & Schulte
April 28, 2026
Seward & Kissel LLP announced today that Clara Zylberg has joined the Firm as special counsel in its Investment Management group in New York, continuing the Firm’s strategic growth in its securities and investment management capabilities. Zylberg is the 10th lawyer to join Seward & Kissel from McDermott Will & Schulte, reflecting a commitment to bringing top industry talent to the Firm across all levels.
Zylberg advises clients on securities law, regulatory, and compliance matters, with a focus on alternative investment structures and related products. Her experience includes private investments in public equity (PIPE) transactions, registered direct offerings, exchange offers, and SPAC-related transactions, as well as counseling on Sections 13 and 16, Rules 105, 144 and 144A, and Regulation S.
“Clara brings deep technical experience and strong market credibility in complex securities and regulatory matters that are core to our client base,” said Dan Bresler, managing partner at Seward & Kissel. “Her arrival further strengthens our capabilities and underscores our ability to attract top-tier talent aligned with the Firm’s long-term strategy.”
Zylberg is the 10th lawyer to join Seward & Kissel from McDermott Will & Schulte following Adriana Schwartz, Hannah Thibideau, Craig Warkol, Mark Garibyan, Lindsay Ditlow, Randall Adams, John Treon, Melanie Collins, and Benjamin Litvin.
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Clara Zylberg
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