Barry Kamar Joins from Meland Budwick
MIAMI, FL — King & Spalding LLP proudly announced the latest addition to their team this Tuesday: Barry Kamar, a seasoned attorney with an impressive resume, has joined the firm’s Special Matters and Government Investigations practice as a partner in their Miami office.
King & Spalding Adds Miami Atty To Gov’t Investigations Team: Extensive Experience in Litigation and Investigations
Barry Kamar’s career is marked by diverse roles including service as a U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission attorney, a managing director at a litigation funding advisory firm, and stints in investment banking and economics. Kamar, whose professional journey has also taken him through significant positions in federal prosecution and securities fraud litigation, brings a wealth of experience to King & Spalding.
“Barry’s unique blend of litigation and investigations experience significantly strengthens our Miami team,” said Mark Jensen, co-leader of the special matters and government investigations practice at King & Spalding. “His entrepreneurial spirit and extensive network in the Middle East and Latin America are invaluable assets that deepen our firm’s ties in these key regions.”
King & Spalding Adds Miami Atty To Gov’t Investigations Team: A Multilingual Asset with Global Connections
Barry Kamar, who grew up in the UAE, Oman, and Egypt, is fluent in Arabic, adding a crucial skill set that enhances King & Spalding’s ability to connect with clients and practices in the Middle East. “Barry’s background and language skills will bridge our U.S. and Middle Eastern operations, continuing our long-standing success in the region,” Jensen added.
King & Spalding’s Global Presence
With 1,300 attorneys in 24 offices across the United States, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia, King & Spalding has handled legal matters in over 160 countries. The firm is renowned for its extensive expertise in both civil and criminal litigation under the guidance of experts like Kamar.
Kamar’s Role and Vision at King & Spalding
In his new capacity, Kamar will represent global corporations in complex commercial litigation and government investigations, dealing with high-stakes criminal, regulatory, and civil issues. His clientele includes not just corporations but also boards and individuals navigating the intricacies of legal challenges involving the U.S. Department of Justice and the SEC.
