Frederick Tanne
Retired Partner at Kirkland & Ellis
Retired Partner
New York United States (New York)
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Frederick Tanne, now retired partner for Kirkland & Ellis LLP, practiced with the firm for more than 25 years. A cofounder of Kirkland’s New York office, he played a pivotal role in increasing the number of attorneys at that location from a dozen to more than 400. Under the leadership of Frederick Tanne, the New York office enhanced its ability to attract, develop, and retain high-quality staff attorneys.
In addition to those accomplishments, Frederick Tanne led the firm’s New York corporate practice division and served as co-manager of that office for more than five years. That division ranked among the firm’s top 15 units globally.
Fred Tanne’s work in the areas of private equity, mergers and acquisitions, growth and venture capital, and other complex business transactions resulted in the completion of significant deals for both domestic and international clients.
Mr. Tanne earned his undergraduate degree in communications studies from Northwestern University and graduated with distinction from the Emory University School of Law in Atlanta, Georgia. Currently based in West Palm Beach, Florida, he also serves as a senior advisor to Ikove Capital Partners and as a board member of its portfolio company, Nikola Labs, Inc.
In addition to those accomplishments, Frederick Tanne led the firm’s New York corporate practice division and served as co-manager of that office for more than five years. That division ranked among the firm’s top 15 units globally.
Fred Tanne’s work in the areas of private equity, mergers and acquisitions, growth and venture capital, and other complex business transactions resulted in the completion of significant deals for both domestic and international clients.
Mr. Tanne earned his undergraduate degree in communications studies from Northwestern University and graduated with distinction from the Emory University School of Law in Atlanta, Georgia. Currently based in West Palm Beach, Florida, he also serves as a senior advisor to Ikove Capital Partners and as a board member of its portfolio company, Nikola Labs, Inc.
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Rock Star Pets Campaign Honors Pets and Raises Funds for ASPCA
16 Feb 2017
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ASPCA Pledges $1 Million to Animal Surrender Prevention Programs
07 Feb 2017
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Three Facts about the Film Forrest Gump
30 Jan 2017
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Two of the Greatest Plays of the New York Jets
22 Nov 2016
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A Look at the Provisions of the Animal Welfare Act
02 Nov 2016
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ASPCA Mobile App Prepares Pet Owners for Natural Disasters
26 Oct 2016
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ASPCA Fights to Prevent Slaughter of Healthy Horses for Food
18 Oct 2016
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Best Lawyers Recognizes Legal Professionals in all Practice Areas
06 Oct 2016
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An Introduction to the Five French Mother Sauces
27 Sep 2016
An experienced attorney, Frederick Tanne serves as of counsel with Kirkland & Ellis in New York City. Recreationally, Frederick Tanne has a passion for cooking; he especially enjoys preparing Italian and French dishes. At the heart of French cooking are … Continue reading →
The New York Jets Seek to End Bullying in Tri-State Schools
16 Sep 2016
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