Four Cleary Partners Named 2026 Law360 Rising Stars

August 3, 2026

Four Cleary Gottlieb partners have been named to the 2026 Law360 Rising Stars list in their respective practice areas:

  • Kylie Barza (Tax)
  • Brandon Hammer (Fintech)
  • Thomas Kessler (Bankruptcy)
  • Kelsey Nussenfeld (Mergers & Acquisitions)

The annual Law360 Rising Stars global list highlights over 160 exceptional lawyers under 40 “whose legal accomplishments belie their age.”

Read Kylie’s profile.

Read Thomas’ profile.

Read Kelsey’s profile.

Read Brandon’s profile.

For more information about Law360’s Rising Stars, visit the website.