“Kristen is a world-class arbitration lawyer with a stellar track record,” said Tariq Mundiya, Chair of Willkie’s Litigation Department. “Her deep industry insight and legal expertise will significantly enhance our global litigation capabilities.”
Career and Academic Background
Young joined Boies Schiller in early 2024, following a successful tenure at White & Case LLP, where she began her legal career in 2007 and became partner in 2017. In addition to her practice, she has taught arbitration courses at:
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Georgetown University Law Center
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University of Chicago Law School
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University of Richmond School of Law
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Tashkent State University of Law (Uzbekistan)
She holds degrees from:
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Georgetown University Law Center (JD)
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London School of Economics (Master’s in International Relations)
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Sciences Po Paris (Graduate diploma in international law)
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Wellesley College (BA in French and Political Science)
“Kristen is a highly respected arbitration practitioner with strong market knowledge,” added Grégoire Bertrou, co-chair of Willkie’s International Arbitration Group. “We are excited to welcome her to our global team.”
