Melissa Kalka is a corporate partner in the Dallas office of Kirkland & Ellis LLP. Melissa's practice focuses on representing private equity firms and public and private companies in connection with mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, carve-outs and investment transactions. She also represents clients in connection with general corporate governance matters and securities regulations compliance. She has worked with clients in a wide range of industries and sectors, including consumer products, healthcare, manufacturing, technology and infrastructure.
Melissa has been recognized in various legal publications for her work, including the Dallas Business Journal, D CEO, and Texas Lawyer. Prior to practicing law, Melissa worked in commercial banking where her experience included underwriting and managing distressed assets.