Law360 covered Samantha Kirby’s arrival at Covington, where she will serve as co-chair of the firm’s Financial Services Practice.
"I am excited by Covington's commitment to excellence in the financial services space and across the board, from sophisticated regulatory counsel to high-stakes transactional work," Samantha said. "I am also drawn to Covington's deep bench of talent and its integrated, cross-practice approach to delivering high-level client service."
"Samantha is a distinguished practitioner in the financial services space, known for her expert deal execution, thoughtful insight, and keen ability to align her legal advice with clients' strategic objectives," Randy said in a statement to Law360. "As clients face increasingly sophisticated deal structures, evolving regulatory pressures, and heightened expectations for trustworthy guidance, Samantha's ability to lead complex transactions and provide practical advice will be invaluable."
Mike Labson, managing partner of Covington's Boston office, said in a statement that adding Samantha to the team advances the firm's corporate resources and deepens its footprint in the Boston market.
"Her arrival strengthens our ability to serve the dynamic financial services sector with greater depth and insight, given her experience in one of the country's most competitive financial hubs," Mike said.