President Joe Biden has appointed Nimish Patel, a partner at Mitchell Silberberg & Knupp LLP and seasoned attorney, to the White House Advisory Committee for Trade Policy and Negotiations. Patel brings over two decades of experience in U.S. capital markets, mergers and acquisitions, and corporate restructuring to the Committee, further enriching the diverse expertise of its members. The appointment underscores Patel’s commitment to serving at the intersection of law, business, and public policy, making a notable impact on trade policy matters under the Biden administration.
Indian American Attorney Nimish Patel Appointed to White House Advisory Committee for Trade Policy and Negotiations
In a significant development, President Joe Biden has appointed Nimish Patel, Chair of Mitchell Silberberg & Knupp LLP’s Corporate & Business Transactions practice group, to the White House Advisory Committee for Trade Policy and Negotiations. This committee plays a crucial role in providing policy advice to the United States Trade Representative on trade policy matters, consisting of up to 45 members appointed by the President with expertise in trade, investment, and development.
Patel brings a wealth of experience to the Committee, with over two decades of knowledge in U.S. capital markets, mergers and acquisitions, financing, and corporate restructurings. His background includes serving on the School Board of Education for the Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District and active involvement in organizations like the American India Foundation and the South Asian Bar Association of Southern California.
Before his current role, Patel worked as a CPA and senior auditor at Deloitte, showcasing his versatile skills. He holds J.D./M.B.A. degrees from the University of San Diego and an undergraduate degree from the University of Southern California. Mitchell Silberberg & Knupp LLP, where Patel chairs the Corporate & Business Transactions practice group, is a renowned law firm established in 1908, operating in Los Angeles, New York, and Washington, D.C., offering expertise in various practice areas.
This appointment highlights Patel’s expertise and standing in the legal and business community, underscoring his commitment to contributing to important policy decisions at the highest levels of government. Congratulations to Nimish Patel on this prestigious appointment!
