Katten Muchin Rosenman has hired Sidley Austin's Barry Breen as a partner in the financial services practice of its London office.

Breen, who advises investment management and fund clients on hedge fund, infrastructure and private equity matters, became Katten's seventh partner in London when he joined yesterday (5 November).

The US-qualified lawyer also has broad experience in guiding clients through the structuring and operation of hybrid and crossover-type funds investing in a diverse range of assets including shipping vessels, real estate and freight.