News & Insights C Street News News & Insights C Street News C Street Advisory Group Strengthens Senior Leadership with Shira D. Weiner as General Counsel and Michael J. Frishberg as Senior Advisor Nov 13, 2024 PressRelease Shira D. Weiner to Join as General Counsel New York, NY November 13, 2024 – With over 25 years of experience in law, Shira D. Weiner will oversee C Street’s legal operations and Human Resources. Weiner’s extensive background includes providing best in class legal counsel and addressing complex risk and compliance issues. Before joining C Street, Weiner served as Chief Counsel for the Business Services division of Kroll, LLC, where she guided executives and business leaders in the firm’s Restructuring Administration, Settlement Administration, Agency and Trustee Services, and Government Services business units. Weiner was also formerly an associate in the restructuring departments at leading law firms, including Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP, Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP, and Friedman Kaplan Seiler & Adelman LLP, where she represented high-profile clients including American Airlines, Loral Space & Communications, and Harbinger Capital Partners, among others. “Shira is an accomplished lawyer and trusted business leader whose extensive experience navigating legal matters will be invaluable to C Street,” said Jon Henes, CEO of C Street Advisory Group. “Her expertise in the legal operations of businesses will help C Street as it continues its tremendous growth.” Weiner earned her J.D. cum laude from the Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law and served as Managing Editor of the Cardozo Law Review. She holds a B.A. in Economics from Emory University. Michael J. Frishberg to Serve as Senior Advisor Michael J. Frishberg joins C Street as Senior Advisor, bringing his operational expertise and strategic insights to the firm’s leadership team. In his role, Frishberg will advise on key strategic and operational matters. Previously, Frishberg served as the Global Chief Operating Officer of Kroll, where he focused on enhancing operational effectiveness across the organization. Frishberg co-founded Prime Clerk (now Kroll Restructuring Administration) in 2013 and played a pivotal role in the company’s acquisition by Kroll in 2019. He then led Kroll’s Business Services division before transitioning to the role of Global COO. Prior to his tenure as Prime Clerk, Frishberg was a Partner in the Restructuring Group at Kirkland & Ellis. “Michael is a seasoned executive and strategic advisor whose vast operational experience and deep industry knowledge will be key to C Street’s continued growth,” said Henes. “Having worked with him for over 20 years, I know Michael’s expertise will significantly shape our firm’s future as we expand our services and reach.” Frishberg holds a J.D. from the Chicago-Kent College of Law and a B.A. in History from the University of Michigan. About C Street Advisory Group C Street Advisory Group is a strategic communications and crisis management firm specializing in high-stakes situations, including financial challenges, corporate transformations, and reputation management. Our core expertise lies in providing strategic communications counsel to help clients navigate complexity, control narratives, and engage effectively with stakeholders. With deep experience in law, communications, and public affairs, C Street ensures that messaging aligns with business objectives and drives outcomes. Our services include crisis management, corporate restructuring, investor relations, political advisory, public affairs, and M&A communications, equipping clients with the right strategy to communicate with investors, regulators, employees, the media, and all key stakeholders during critical moments. Contacts Lisa Kornblatt Managing Director lkornblatt@thecstreet.com Michael J. Frishberg President mfrishberg@thecstreet.com Shira D. Weiner General Counsel sweiner@thecstreet.com Share this article Featured Insights The Comeback Playbook: How Strategic Communications and Branding Drive Corporate Turnarounds Related Articles Feb 5, 2024 Ex-Kirkland Bankruptcy Pro Molds Messages for Distressed Firms Jon Henes, who left Kirkland & Ellis’ vaunted restructuring practice in 2021 to start a... 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