Irwin Kishner

Partner at Herrick, Feinstein LLP; Chairman of the Executive Committee

Irwin Kishner is a prominent attorney and partner at Herrick, Feinstein LLP, where he serves as the Chairman of the Executive Committee and co-chair of the Sports Law Group.1 2 He specializes in corporate law with a focus on complex transactional work, including mergers and acquisitions, sports law, private equity, and securities law.1

Professional Experience

Kishner has extensive experience in various legal areas:

Sports Law: He has represented numerous professional sports franchises and acted as primary counsel on high-profile team acquisitions and dispositions in major sports leagues.1
Media Rights: Kishner has negotiated significant television, radio, and digital media rights agreements for NBA, MLB, and MLS teams.1
Corporate Transactions: He has handled numerous mergers and acquisitions, both hostile and friendly, on behalf of acquirers, targets, and investment banks.1
Financial Advising: Kishner advises financial institutions and investment advisors on regulatory issues, derivatives, and other financial instruments.1

Recognition and Affiliations

Ranked as a leading individual by Chambers USA for Sports Law Nationwide1
Named a "Recommended Attorney" by Legal 5001
Recognized in Sports Business Journal's list of "Power Players" Outside Counsel in 20211
Member of various professional associations, including the American Bar Association and New York City Bar Association1

Education and Career Path

Before joining Herrick, Kishner was an associate in Shearman & Sterling's mergers and acquisitions department.1 He has been with Herrick, Feinstein LLP for over two decades, having served as the firm's Executive Chair from 2010 to 2023.1