Sullivan & Cromwell Lawyer Joins Simpson Thacher in New York

John Anselmi moves to Simpson Thacher's banking and credit practice

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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John Anselmi, a lawyer who previously worked at Sullivan & Cromwell, has joined Simpson Thacher & Bartlett as a partner in the firm's banking and credit practice in New York, the company announced on Tuesday.

Why it matters

This move highlights the ongoing competition among major law firms to attract top talent, particularly in specialized practice areas like project and infrastructure financing. Anselmi's experience advising clients across various sectors could be valuable for Simpson Thacher as it seeks to expand its banking and credit capabilities.

The details

Anselmi advises sponsors, borrowers, and lenders on project and infrastructure financing transactions, including bank financings, private placements, bonds, and private credit transactions. He has represented clients in the oil and gas, LNG, digital infrastructure, logistics and infrastructure, mining, and renewables sectors, and has worked on projects in the United States, Africa, the Middle East, Asia, and Australia.

Anselmi joined Simpson Thacher & Bartlett on Tuesday, February 25, 2026.

The players

John Anselmi

A lawyer who previously worked at Sullivan & Cromwell and has now joined Simpson Thacher & Bartlett as a partner in the firm's banking and credit practice in New York.

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett

A prominent international law firm that has hired John Anselmi as a partner in its banking and credit practice in New York.