Partners Britt Cramer and Emma Lange-Novak Named “Notable Women in Law” by Crain’s Chicago Business

Crain’s Chicago Business honored Kirkland partners Britt Cramer and Emma Lange-Novak on its 2026 list of “Notable Women in Law,” which recognizes attorneys who significantly influence business, government and civic life.

Britt is a trial lawyer leading companies in mass tort, antitrust, contract, trade secret, product liability and complex commercial disputes, representing clients including Deloitte and AbbVie. In 2023, Cramer achieved a historic jury verdict of nearly $20 million for a formerly incarcerated woman in an assault case, marking the largest Section 1983 single-plaintiff sexual assault verdict ever.

Emma is a member of Kirkland’s strategic general partner advisory practice, advising private equity sponsors and asset managers on a range of transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, minority investments, structured equity, and financing. Notably, she was recognized for leading Blue Owl Capital’s acquisition of IPI Partners in January 2025.