Simpson Thacher Welcomes Kyle Smit as Energy & Infrastructure Partner in New York

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Posted: 9th July 2025

Natalie Sherman

Simpson Thacher Welcomes Kyle Smit as Energy & Infrastructure Partner in New York.

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP has welcomed Kyle Smit as a Partner in its New York office, strengthening the firm’s Energy and Infrastructure Practice. He joins the team with a focus on M&A and complex transactional work across the energy sector.

Kyle Smit brings significant experience advising private equity funds and developers on deals involving power generation, renewables, and infrastructure, including solar, wind, hydro, and EV charging networks.

“Our clients are actively pursuing transformative deals to further their strategic priorities and business goals across industries."

"This includes major players across the energy value chain who turn to the firm time and again to navigate complex transactions across the full lifecycle of energy and infrastructure projects.” said Eric Swedenburg, Head of Global M&A.

Breen Haire and Eli Hunt, Co-Heads of the Energy and Infrastructure group, called the hire a major boost to the firm’s cross-sector capabilities.

Kyle Smit said he was drawn to the firm’s global platform and collaborative culture: “I’m thrilled to join a team that pairs incredible sector experience with a deep dedication to seamless client service.”

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP is one of the world’s leading law firms, providing cutting-edge legal advice to corporations, financial institutions, private equity firms, investment funds, and governments. Founded in 1884 and now home to approximately 1,500 lawyers, the firm is known for handling high-stakes matters across M&A, banking, capital markets, private funds, real estate, litigation, and regulatory law. Its global footprint spans offices in New York, London, Hong Kong, Tokyo, and other key financial centers. With over 135 years of experience, Simpson Thacher has earned a reputation for navigating some of the most complex legal and business challenges of the modern era.