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Mr. Keal specializes in acquisition finance and other leveraged finance transactions on behalf of banks, private equity firms and corporate borrowers. Mr. Keal previously led the leveraged acquisition finance practice at Allen & Overy, where he was a partner for 23 years. Mr. Keal will become the fourth partner in Simpson Thacher’s London acquisition finance group, which advises on both U.S. and U.K. law matters.

Pete Ruegger, Chairman of Simpson Thacher’s Executive Committee, said, “Tony Keal has been a leader in the European acquisition finance market for many years. He adds valuable depth and experience to our already superb London credit team. We are very pleased to have Tony join us.”

Euan Gorrie, head of Simpson Thacher’s European acquisition finance practice, said, “Tony has worked alongside Simpson Thacher on many transactions, and as a result, he became the obvious choice for our growing U.K. practice.”

Mr. Keal said, “Simpson Thacher has an outstanding finance practice, and I look forward to working with my new partners to continue developing that practice in Europe. I have had many happy years at Allen & Overy, where I have been fortunate to work with a group of very talented people. However, I believe Simpson Thacher presents a unique opportunity for me, particularly in light of their preeminent private equity practice.”