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HSF Kramer Elevates Two Lawyers to Partner in US

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Leading global law firm Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer (HSF Kramer) announced today the elections of Tyler Hendry and Danielle MacGillivray to the firm’s partnership in the US. Both are based in New York and are among a global cohort of 25 lawyers being promoted by the firm.

Paul Schoeman, Executive Partner, US, said, “The promotion of these two outstanding lawyers to partner is a signal of our continued ambition and momentum in the US market. Both have played critical roles in strengthening our client relationships and expanding our capabilities in high-priority areas, and their elevation reflects our long‑term commitment to investing in top talent to drive sustainable growth across the region and globally.”

Tyler Hendry — Employment

Tyler Hendry advises clients on employment law in advisory, litigation and M&A matters, with a focus on compliance, litigation avoidance, trainings, investigations and global personnel policies. He represents corporate defendants in federal and state courts, administrative proceedings and arbitration, defending wage, discrimination, harassment, retaliation and whistleblower claims. His experience includes appellate advocacy, landmark joint‑employer litigation before the National Labor Relations Board and cross‑border M&A in the financial and energy sectors. He also counsels employers on workplace issues across industries.

Hendry received his B.A., summa cum laude, from Le Moyne College and his J.D., magna cum laude, from the University at Buffalo School of Law.

Danielle MacGillivray — Corporate (Mining & Energy, M&A, Joint Ventures and Finance)

Danielle MacGillivray advises clients on complex corporate and finance transactions in the mining and energy sectors. She is known by her clients for her rare and highly developed sector knowledge and acts for global resources companies on cross-border M&A, joint ventures, marketing and offtake agreements, operating agreements, project development, project finance, acquisition finance and infrastructure-related transactions (including port and rail). She has significant experience advising on critical mineral projects and liquefied natural gas (LNG) projects across the Americas, Australia and other key global markets.

MacGillivray graduated at the top of her class in both law and accounting from the Queensland University of Technology, Australia.

About Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer (HSF Kramer) was formed in June 2025 through the transformational combination of Herbert Smith Freehills and Kramer Levin, creating a world-leading global law firm. With over 6,000 people, including 2,700 lawyers and spanning 26 offices, HSF Kramer provides comprehensive legal services across every major region of the world. Uniquely positioned to help clients achieve ambitious objectives, HSF Kramer delivers exceptional results in complex transactions and high-stakes disputes.

For more information, visit www.hsfkramer.com.
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Contacts

Media contacts:

Jennifer Manton
Tel: +1 212 715 7612
Email: jennifer.manton@hsfkramer.com

Stephanie Siok
Tel: +1 212 715 7607
Email: stephanie.siok@hsfkramer.com

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