John O'Neil

John O'Neil is a Solutions Specialist focusing on Venture Capital & Corporates at PitchBook.2 In this role, he helps the Venture Capital, Private Equity, M&A, and Innovation communities access private market data and insights.2

Professional Background

Prior to joining PitchBook, John O'Neil had a distinguished career in the legal field, particularly in private equity and investment funds:

Legal Expertise:: He was a partner at Kirkland & Ellis LLP, where he was part of the Investment Funds Practice Group.1 O'Neil gained a reputation as a global leader in private equity fund matters, known for his legal knowledge, business acumen, and ability to lead complex transactions.1

Recognition:: Throughout his legal career, O'Neil received recognition from several prestigious publications, including Chambers Global, Chambers USA, IFLR 1000, Legal 500, and Who's Who Legal.1 He was described as a "phenomenal lawyer" with a strong track record in representing large sponsors.1

Industry Involvement:: O'Neil was actively involved in the investment funds industry. He was a founding member of the New York City Investment Funds Society and frequently spoke at industry events, including conferences organized by the International Bar Association, New York Private Equity Network, and the New York City Bar Center for CLE.1

Education

John O'Neil received his J.D. from Northwestern University School of Law and is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Madison.1

Current Role

In his current position at PitchBook, O'Neil likely leverages his extensive experience in the private equity and venture capital sectors to assist clients in accessing and utilizing PitchBook's data and analytics tools for making informed investment decisions and market analyses.