Jacqueline Taiwo
About Jacqueline Taiwo
Jacqueline Taiwo serves as Associate General Counsel at Towerbrook Capital Partners L.P., a position she has held since 2018. She has a diverse background in law and finance, having previously worked at notable firms such as Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP and Kirkland & Ellis LLP.
Current Role at TowerBrook Capital Partners L.P.
Jacqueline Taiwo has been serving as Associate General Counsel at TowerBrook Capital Partners L.P. since 2018. In this role, she provides legal guidance and support to the firm, focusing on compliance and regulatory matters. Her responsibilities include advising on investment transactions and ensuring adherence to legal standards within the private equity sector. With several years of experience in legal practice, she contributes to the firm's strategic initiatives and risk management efforts.
Previous Experience at Kirkland & Ellis LLP
Jacqueline Taiwo worked at Kirkland & Ellis LLP in two capacities. Initially, she was a Summer Associate in 2008 for two months in Chicago, Illinois. Following this, she became an Associate from 2009 to 2015, where she focused on corporate law and gained substantial experience in complex transactions. Her tenure at Kirkland & Ellis LLP provided her with a strong foundation in legal practices within a leading law firm.
Professional Background at Verizon
Before her legal career, Jacqueline Taiwo worked at Verizon as a Finance Specialist from 2003 to 2006 in Basking Ridge, New Jersey. In this role, she was involved in financial analysis and reporting, which contributed to her understanding of corporate finance. This experience laid the groundwork for her later pursuits in law and business.
Education and Expertise
Jacqueline Taiwo holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Management Engineering from Columbia University, where she studied from 1999 to 2003. She furthered her education at Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law, earning a Doctor of Jurisprudence from 2006 to 2009. Additionally, she obtained a Master of Business Administration from Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management during the same period. Her educational background equips her with a blend of legal and business expertise.
Summer Associate Experience
In addition to her role at Kirkland & Ellis LLP, Jacqueline Taiwo also gained experience as a Summer Associate at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP and Affiliates in 2007 for two months in New York, New York. This position allowed her to work on various legal matters, enhancing her skills in a fast-paced legal environment. Her summer associate experiences contributed to her professional development in the legal field.