Ranking tables
Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States | USA
USA - Nationwide
Rankings overview for Lawyers
Senior Statespeople
Eminent Practitioners
Band 1
- Alan Denenberg Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP20 Years Ranked
- Charlie Kim Cooley LLP8 Years Ranked
- Eric Jensen Cooley LLP14 Years Ranked
- Gregg A Noel Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates17 Years Ranked
- Rezwan Pavri Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati10 Years Ranked
- Richard A Kline Latham & Watkins LLP10 Years Ranked
- Sarah K Solum Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer10 Years Ranked
- William B Brentani Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP12 Years Ranked
Band 2
- Allison Spinner Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati4 Years Ranked
- Dan Webb Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP4 Years Ranked
- David Peinsipp Cooley LLP6 Years Ranked
- Gordon K Davidson Fenwick21 Years Ranked
- James Evans Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP3 Years Ranked
- Jeff Saper Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati21 Years Ranked
- Jeffrey R Vetter Gunderson Dettmer Stough Villeneuve Franklin & Hachigian16 Years Ranked
- John L Savva Sullivan & Cromwell LLP11 Years Ranked
- Michael Occhiolini Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati3 Years Ranked
- Sarah P. Payne Sullivan & Cromwell LLP7 Years Ranked
- Shayne Kennedy Latham & Watkins LLP14 Years Ranked
- Steven B Stokdyk Latham & Watkins LLP12 Years Ranked
- Stewart L McDowell Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP11 Years Ranked
- Tad Freese Latham & Watkins LLP3 Years Ranked
- Tony Jeffries Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati6 Years Ranked
Band 3
- Alison S Ressler Sullivan & Cromwell LLP21 Years Ranked
- Amanda Rose Fenwick5 Years Ranked
- Bill Hughes Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP2 Years Ranked
- Bradley Weber Goodwin4 Years Ranked
- Brett Cooper Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP7 Years Ranked
- Cheston Larson Latham & Watkins LLP10 Years Ranked
- Emily Roberts Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP3 Years Ranked
- Erik Franks Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati4 Years Ranked
- Gian-Michele a Marca Cooley LLP5 Years Ranked
- Heidi Mayon Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP2 Years Ranked
- John-Paul Motley Cooley LLP9 Years Ranked
- Jon Avina Cooley LLP3 Years Ranked
- Michelle Gasaway Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates3 Years Ranked
- Monica J Shilling Kirkland & Ellis LLP14 Years Ranked
- Patrick S Brown Sullivan & Cromwell LLP16 Years Ranked
- Pippa Bond Kirkland & Ellis LLP10 Years Ranked
- Robert A Freedman Fenwick5 Years Ranked
- Ryan A Murr Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP6 Years Ranked
- Sharon R Flanagan Sidley Austin LLP12 Years Ranked
- Thomas J. Ivey Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates13 Years Ranked
Band 4
- Andrew Williamson Cooley LLP9 Years Ranked
- Calise Cheng Cooley LLP1 Years Ranked
- Jeffrey T. Hartlin Paul Hastings LLP3 Years Ranked
- Jonie Kondracki Cooley LLP3 Years Ranked
- Kristin VanderPas Cooley LLP3 Years Ranked
- Lewis Kneib Latham & Watkins LLP6 Years Ranked
- Sarah Axtell Latham & Watkins LLP3 Years Ranked
All Lawyers profiles
Senior Statespeople
S Larry W SonsiniWilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2023 | Senior Statespeople | 21 Years RankedLarry Sonsini's extensive knowledge of securities law makes him an asset to clients on the most complex capital markets transactions. He maintains a leading reputation for his seasoned counsel on debt offerings as well as IPOs and other equity transactions.S Steven BochnerWilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2023 | Senior Statespeople | 18 Years RankedSteven Bochner has immense experience advising industry-leading companies and investment banks on the full panoply of capital markets matters.
Eminent Practitioners
E Katharine A MartinWilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2023 | Eminent Practitioners | 14 Years RankedChair of the firm's board of directors Katharine Martin stands out for her ability to handle a range of complex capital markets transactions. She is especially gifted at handling significant equity offerings, including IPOs and private investments, on behalf of issuers, sponsors and investment banks.
Band 1
1 Alan DenenbergDavis Polk & Wardwell LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2023 | Band 1 | 20 Years RankedAlan Denenberg impresses with his experience handling significant IPOs and other equity offerings, as well as high-profile debt transactions, ranging from high-yield bonds to convertible debt.1 Charlie KimCooley LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2023 | Band 1 | 8 Years RankedCharlie Kim is best known for his expertise in the life sciences and technology sectors, where he frequently advises underwriters and issuers on IPOs and debt offerings.1 Eric JensenCooley LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2023 | Band 1 | 14 Years RankedEric Jensen is a recommended choice of counsel for issuers and underwriters on a broad range of capital markets transactions, from IPOs to debt mandates.1 Gregg A NoelSkadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2023 | Band 1 | 17 Years RankedGregg Noel provides market-leading counsel on the thorniest capital markets transactions. His practice sees him representing global issuers and underwriters in traditional IPOs, and he has established himself as one of the foremost experts on SPACs.1 Rezwan PavriWilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2023 | Band 1 | 10 Years RankedRezwan Pavri has a wealth of experience assisting clients with a comprehensive range of capital markets matters. He dedicates a substantial portion of his practice to handling major IPOs in varied industries.1 Richard A KlineLatham & Watkins LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2023 | Band 1 | 10 Years RankedRichard Kline's capital markets practice covers both issuer and underwriter-side transactions, displaying particular strengths in handling IPOs by technology companies.1 Sarah K SolumFreshfields Bruckhaus Deringer | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2023 | Band 1 | 10 Years RankedSarah Solum has longstanding experience advising underwriters on stock offerings and notes issuances, including advising on convertible debt transactions.1 William B BrentaniSimpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2023 | Band 1 | 12 Years RankedDistinguished attorney William Brentani represents issuers, underwriters, and private equity sponsors in a wide variety of debt and equity transactions. He is highly sought after for his expert counsel on transactions in diverse sectors, including healthcare, technology, and retail.
Band 2
2 Allison SpinnerWilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2023 | Band 2 | 4 Years RankedAllison Spinner displays strength in both issuer and underwriter representation on the full range of debt and equity offerings.2 Dan WebbSimpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2023 | Band 2 | 4 Years RankedDan Webb provides counsel to industry-leading clients on a wide range of capital markets matters. His transactional skill set encompasses public and private offerings of debt and equity, including IPOs.2 David PeinsippCooley LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2023 | Band 2 | 6 Years RankedDavid Peinsipp is held in high esteem for his standout experience handling high-value IPOs and major debt offerings on behalf of technology and life sciences companies.2 Gordon K DavidsonFenwick | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2023 | Band 2 | 21 Years RankedGordon Davidson focuses his practice on acting for companies in the life sciences and technology industries, primarily handling IPOs and other equity offerings.2 James EvansOrrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2023 | Band 2 | 3 Years RankedJames Evans is particularly skilled at handling dept and equity transactions, with key experience including advising technology companies on their IPOs.2 Jeff SaperWilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2023 | Band 2 | 21 Years RankedJeff Saper maintains a distinguished practice focused on securities transactions by technology and emerging growth companies. His expertise encompasses both issuer and underwriter representation.2 Jeffrey R VetterGunderson Dettmer Stough Villeneuve Franklin & Hachigian | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2023 | Band 2 | 16 Years RankedJeffrey Vetter has established a broad practice involving the representation of both underwriters and issuers in a wide array of capital markets transactions.2 John L SavvaSullivan & Cromwell LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2023 | Band 2 | 11 Years RankedJohn Savva is recommended for his expert counsel on public and private offerings of debt and equity. He is experienced in a broad array of sectors, including technology, healthcare and financial services.2 Michael OcchioliniWilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2023 | Band 2 | 3 Years RankedAmong Michael Occhiolini's noteworthy client base, he boasts widely recognized technology companies, who regularly turn to him for advice on a broad range of debt and equity transactions.2 Sarah P. PayneSullivan & Cromwell LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2023 | Band 2 | 7 Years RankedSarah Payne is recognized for her extensive capabilities on wide-ranging capital markets matters. She is particularly skilled at advising on IPOs and secondary offerings.2 Shayne KennedyLatham & Watkins LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2023 | Band 2 | 14 Years RankedShayne Kennedy impresses clients with his ability to handle complex debt and equity securities offerings. He is particularly experienced at advising on IPOs in the life sciences and technology industries.2 Steven B StokdykLatham & Watkins LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2023 | Band 2 | 12 Years RankedSteven Stokdyk is a distinguished figure in the California legal market. He focuses his practice on the representation of issuers and underwriters in transactional securities matters, such as IPOs and debt offerings.2 Stewart L McDowellGibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2023 | Band 2 | 11 Years RankedStewart McDowell's capital markets expertise encompasses the representation of issuers and underwriters on the full range of equity and debt offerings.2 Tad FreeseLatham & Watkins LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2023 | Band 2 | 3 Years RankedTad Freese is especially active in the technology market, advising banks and companies on their debt and equity transactions.2 Tony JeffriesWilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2023 | Band 2 | 6 Years RankedTony Jeffries is highly regarded for his advice on capital markets transactions. He is best known for his representation of technology companies, and their underwriters, on diverse securities offerings.
Band 3
3 Alison S ResslerSullivan & Cromwell LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2023 | Band 3 | 21 Years RankedAlison Ressler centers her practice on capital markets transactions, with an emphasis on debt and equity-based securities offerings. Her expertise in securities law is complemented by a wider M&A and private equity-based skill set.3 Amanda RoseFenwick | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2023 | Band 3 | 5 Years RankedAmanda Rose is noted for her experience handling securities transactions by major technology and life sciences companies. She is often sought after for assistance with complex debt financings and equity offerings.3 Bill HughesOrrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2023 | Band 3 | 2 Years RankedBill Hughes advises on an array of debt and equity offerings. His client base includes both public and private companies.3 Bradley WeberGoodwin | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2023 | Band 3 | 4 Years RankedBradley Weber demonstrates strength in capital markets laws and frequently represents companies and investment banks in complex securities transactions.3 Brett CooperOrrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2023 | Band 3 | 7 Years RankedBrett Cooper is noted for his experience in securities law. His expertise covers equity financing, debt offerings and SPAC transactions.3 Cheston LarsonLatham & Watkins LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2023 | Band 3 | 10 Years RankedCheston Larson maintains a robust practice, which sees him advising issuing companies, and their underwriters, on diverse capital markets transactions. He is notably adept at providing counsel to organizations in the pharmaceutical sector.3 Emily RobertsDavis Polk & Wardwell LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2023 | Band 3 | 3 Years RankedEmily Roberts is commended for her ability to advise household-name issuers and high-profile underwriters on the full range of debt and equity transactions.3 Erik FranksWilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2023 | Band 3 | 4 Years RankedErik Franks has an impressive practice that sees him advise some of the best-known technology companies and investment banks on major offerings of debt and equity, including convertible debt.3 Gian-Michele a MarcaCooley LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2023 | Band 3 | 5 Years RankedGian-Michele a Marca attracts widespread praise for his debt capital markets practice, with notable expertise in convertible debt transactions.3 Heidi MayonSimpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2023 | Band 3 | 2 Years RankedHeidi Mayon boasts notable experience of handling significant IPOs. Her clients stem from a broad range of industries including technology and energy.3 John-Paul MotleyCooley LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2023 | Band 3 | 9 Years RankedJohn-Paul Motley is praised for his securities law practice, which encompasses the representation of issuers and underwriters on a comprehensive range of debt and equity transactions.3 Jon AvinaCooley LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2023 | Band 3 | 3 Years RankedJon Avina is sought after by leading tech companies, and their underwriters, for his knowledge of debt and equity transactions.3 Michelle GasawaySkadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2023 | Band 3 | 3 Years RankedMichelle Gasaway has a comprehensive debt and equity practice, with notable capabilities in guiding clients through their IPOs, including advising special purpose acquisition companies on going public.3 Monica J ShillingKirkland & Ellis LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2023 | Band 3 | 14 Years RankedMonica Shilling is noted for her expertise in capital markets law. Her experience includes handling major IPOs, follow-on offerings, and investment-grade debt transactions.3 Patrick S BrownSullivan & Cromwell LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2023 | Band 3 | 16 Years RankedPatrick Brown regularly acts for major investment banks and corporations in a wide variety of sectors, including technology, healthcare and real estate.3 Pippa BondKirkland & Ellis LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2023 | Band 3 | 10 Years RankedPippa Bond is highly commended for her work advising issuers and underwriters on the full range of debt and equity securities offerings.3 Robert A FreedmanFenwick | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2023 | Band 3 | 5 Years RankedRobert Freedman is recognized for handling a comprehensive range of securities transactions, including equity-based deals, such as IPOs and follow-on offerings, and extensive debt offerings.3 Ryan A MurrGibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2023 | Band 3 | 6 Years Ranked"Ryan is a phenomenal lawyer. He is incredibly smart and he always provides valuable input on legal questions as well as business and strategic advice."3 Sharon R FlanaganSidley Austin LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2023 | Band 3 | 12 Years RankedSharon Flanagan focuses her practice on securities offerings in the technology and life sciences industries. She frequently represents issuers and underwriters in IPOs and other equity offerings, as well as various debt issuances.3 Thomas J. IveySkadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2023 | Band 3 | 13 Years RankedThomas Ivey represents a broad client base, including financial advisers, investment banks and companies in the technology industry, on diverse capital markets matters.
Band 4
4 Andrew WilliamsonCooley LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2023 | Band 4 | 9 Years RankedAndrew Williamson advises industry-leading clients on major debt and equity transactions, and he has particular expertise in IPOs and follow-ons.4 Calise ChengCooley LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2023 | Band 4 | 1 Years RankedCalise Cheng in the Palo Alto office is adept on matters across the spectrum of debt and equity, with a particular expertise in advising issuers on equity offerings.4 Jeffrey T. HartlinPaul Hastings LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2023 | Band 4 | 3 Years RankedJeffrey Hartlin has notable experience advising clients in the biopharmaceutical industry on IPOs and debt offerings, among other issues.4 Jonie KondrackiCooley LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2023 | Band 4 | 3 Years RankedJonie Kondracki is often called upon by clients in the life sciences and technology markets for her advice on debt and equity transactions.4 Kristin VanderPasCooley LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2023 | Band 4 | 3 Years RankedKristin VanderPas has a strong client base of leading investment banks and companies in the tech and life sciences sectors.4 Lewis KneibLatham & Watkins LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2023 | Band 4 | 6 Years RankedCochair of the LA corporate department, Lewis Kneib has considerable strength in the capital markets space. He is adept at handling transactions in the hospitality and real estate sectors.4 Sarah AxtellLatham & Watkins LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2023 | Band 4 | 3 Years RankedSarah Axtell handles the full range of capital markets transactions, with clients including companies in the technology market and major investment banks.
Up and Coming
U Denny WonCooley LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2023 | Up and Coming | 3 Years RankedDenny Won is an up-and-coming partner in Cooley's San Francisco office. He regularly acts on significant capital markets transactions for a number of leading investment banks.U Julia ForbessFenwick | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2023 | Up and Coming | 1 Years RankedJulia Forbess demonstrates a strong record advising issuer clients with a range of debt and equity offerings, with a particular aptitude on IPOs and matters pertaining to convertible debt.U Lisa StimmellWilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2023 | Up and Coming | 1 Years RankedLisa Stimmell is an up-and-coming partner in Wilson Sonsini's Palo Alto office. She has broad experience in debt and equity matters, with a strong record advising on public offerings, both on the issuer and underwriter side.U Ran Ben-TzurFenwick | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2023 | Up and Coming | 1 Years RankedRan Ben-Tzur is recognized for his strong record advising clients, particularly in California's tech space, on initial public offerings and other equity and debt transactions.U Siana LowreyCooley LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2023 | Up and Coming | 2 Years RankedSiana Lowrey has a burgeoning practice in the market, especially among organizations in the tech and consumer goods space. She demonstrates significant strength in assisting on high-value IPOs.