Emeritus Partner

Dena H. Elkhatib

High-stakes transactions. Calm execution.
Dena H. Elkhatib is an Emeritus Partner with a background in transactional banking and cross-border commercial work, bringing 23+ years of experience handling complex, high-value matters—especially in the finance and aviation sectors.
Illinois Licensed Attorney | Emeritus Partner at EV Häs, LLC | Transactional Banking, Commercial Finance, and Real Estate Strategy

Emeritus Partner

Dena serves as an Emeritus Partner at EV Häs, LLC, supporting sophisticated matters where finance structure, documentation, and strategic positioning drive the result. Her work is rooted in transactional banking and commercial finance, with experience that translates well to real estate risk, default scenarios, and the legal pressure points that show up when a file becomes urgent.

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Approach and Philosophy

Dena’s approach is built around disciplined analysis and clear execution.

  • Structure first so the documents match the business reality
  • Risk aware drafting that anticipates where deals and disputes typically break down
  • Practical strategy focused on leverage, timing, and enforceability
  • Calm clarity in complex situations so decisions stay intentional

Banking and Finance Experience

Dena’s legal focus centers on transactional banking and finance, including cross border commercial matters and high value finance work. She is especially valuable when a matter requires careful structuring, detailed documentation, and a strong understanding of how financial pressure changes negotiation dynamics.

Aviation and High Value Transactions

Dena has a strong interest in aviation law and banking law, and she has contributed to industry conversations on aviation finance topics. She spoke at the AirFinance Journal North America Conference in 2021 on bankruptcy issues in the aviation industry.

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Community and Professional Leadership

Dena has served as Board Secretary for Amideast, reflecting a long term commitment to civic and community oriented leadership alongside her legal and finance career.

Practice Areas
Skills
Transactional Banking
Commercial Finance
Contract Drafting
Cross Border Matters
Risk Analysis
Deal Structuring
Education
Loyola University Chicago
Bachelor of Business Administration in finance and marketing
UIC John Marshall Law School
Juris Doctor, plus a certificate in global business law
Harvard Kennedy School
Master in Public Administration, plus a certificate in management, leadership, and decision sciences
Bar Admissions & Memberships

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