Cahill Expands London Operations With Appointment of Finance Partner Lisa Seifman

Cahill Gordon & Reindel LLP strengthens its London presence by appointing Lisa Seifman as a partner in real estate and digital infrastructure finance.

By: AXL Media

Published: Feb 18, 2026, 9:09 AM EST

Source: Information for this report was sourced from City AM

Strengthening London Real Estate Capabilities

The addition of Lisa Seifman to the Cahill team marks a significant step in the firm’s efforts to bolster its presence in the UK legal market. Seifman is well regarded for her expertise in representing both lenders and sponsors across the capital structure. Her experience spans investment and development finance, as well as distressed debt and restructuring. By integrating her deep knowledge of the London real estate market, Cahill aims to provide more comprehensive service to its global clients navigating the 2026 economic landscape.

Focus on Digital Infrastructure Growth

A key aspect of Seifman’s practice is her focus on digital infrastructure, a sector that has seen explosive growth due to the rising demand for data storage and connectivity. Her expertise in financing data centers and fiber networks aligns with Cahill’s broader strategy to lead in technology driven finance. As digital transformation continues to be a primary economic driver in 2026, having a dedicated partner for digital infrastructure finance allows the firm to capture a larger share of this specialized and lucrative market.

Cahill’s Global Strategic Expansion

Seifman’s move to Cahill follows a series of high profile lateral hires as the firm aggressively scales its London operations. Leadership at Cahill noted that her arrival is pivotal for the firm’s ambition to bridge the gap between US capital markets and European real estate opportunities. This 2026 expansion highlights a trend of US law firms investing heavily in London based talent to better serve international private equity and credit funds during a period of shifting global interest rates and investment flows.