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 energy, consumer products, healthcare, manufacturing, technology and real estate investment trusts.
Melissa has been recognized in various legal publications for her work, including the Dallas Business Journal and Texas Lawyer. Prior to practicing law, Melissa worked in commercial banking where her experience included underwriting and managing distressed assets.