K&L Gates Names New Regional Managing Partner for Europe

Global law firm K&L Gates has appointed London partner Sean Crosky as Regional Managing Partner, Europe, succeeding Tony Griffiths, who returns to full time fee earning after 22 years of management and leadership in London, Europe, and the Middle East. Crosky also joins the firm's Management Committee.

In his new role, Crosky will work with the firm’s leadership to help drive the firm's operations and strategic direction across Europe while working closely with colleagues across the firm to support clients' evolving business needs. His appointment reflects the firm's continued focus on supporting clients across key markets throughout Europe and beyond.

Crosky is a partner in the firm's Finance practice and served as a practice group coordinator for its Restructuring and Insolvency practice. A structured finance lawyer, he advises clients on a broad range of financing transactions and has extensive experience supporting cross-border matters across Europe, the Middle East, the United States, Australia, and Asia.

Global Managing Partner Stacy Ackermann said: “Sean brings deep experience, sound judgment, and a proven ability to lead. Through his work advising clients and helping lead one of our core practices, he has earned the trust and respect of colleagues across the firm. We are confident Sean will build on the firm’s momentum and continue advancing client service across Europe. We are also grateful to Tony for his leadership and many contributions to the firm, which have helped build a strong foundation for continued growth and opportunity across Europe.”

“It is a privilege to serve as Regional Managing Partner for Europe,” Crosky remarked. “Europe remains a dynamic and important market for many of our clients, and I look forward to working with colleagues across our offices to continue strengthening our capabilities, deepening client relationships, and supporting growth across key markets. We have exceptional talent throughout Europe, and in my new role I will work very closely with our Co-Managing Partners for Germany on the continued growth of our platform in Europe, building on the strong foundation we already have in place.”

Griffiths will continue with the firm, focusing on clients and supporting the continued development of the European platform.

Griffiths added: “It has been a privilege to serve as Regional Managing Partner for Europe and the Middle East and to work alongside such talented colleagues across the firm. I am proud of what we have accomplished together and grateful for the relationships we have built with our clients and one another. Sean is an outstanding leader, and I am confident he will continue to build on the firm’s momentum across Europe and guide it into its next chapter.”