John S. Kiernan

John Kiernan is a Partner at Debevoise & Plimpton, where notable projects include advising The Weinstein Company's board regarding allegations of sexual misconduct and defending a leading fantasy sports company against Attorney General actions concerning illegal gambling. Additional leadership roles include Chair and Director positions at various legal service organizations, such as Legal Services NYC and the Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights. John Kiernan co-founded the New York City Bankruptcy Assistance Project and has served on multiple boards, including the International Senior Lawyers Project and the Inner-City Scholarship Fund. Education includes a J.D. from Harvard Law School and a Bachelor of Arts in English from Harvard University.