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Chambers Review

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Bankruptcy/Restructuring: The Elite - USA - Nationwide

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What the Team is Known For

Davis Polk offers exceptional strength in its preeminent group of bankruptcy and restructuring attorneys. The team is prominent on a wide range of insolvency cases, with considerable experience advising on DIP and exit financings, as well as the facilitation of distressed M&A. The firm's broad client list includes financial institutions, ad hoc creditor groups, municipalities and both US-based and international corporations, who turn to its experienced counsel in matters pertaining to the energy and natural resources sector, while also noted for its handling of sovereign debt matters.

Work Highlights

  • Davis Polk & Wardwell advised an ad hoc group of first- and second-lien lenders to Anthology in connection with new money financing and debt exchange transactions.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Donald S Bernstein
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Donald S Bernstein
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Senior Statespeople
Donald Bernstein is a distinguished practitioner noted for his expertise acting on behalf of both debtors and bondholders on various bankruptcy matters. He also serves as chair of the firm's restructuring group.
Damian S Schaible
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Damian S Schaible
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Damian Schaible is highly regarded for his bankruptcy practice. He regularly acts for lenders and noteholders, with experience across industries including construction, financial services and energy.

Damian is one of the leading creditor-side advisers in the industry.

He is a great negotiator and never loses his calm demeanor.

He is a world-class thinker and is excellent at managing transactions that require a broad set of skills.

Marshall S Huebner
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Marshall S Huebner
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Marshall Huebner enjoys a stellar reputation for his vast experience in handling a broad range of bankruptcy matters, including Chapter 11 cases and distressed M&A. He offers experience acting for both debtors and lenders, alongside his current role as global cohead of the firm's restructuring department.

Marshall is one of the smartest restructuring attorneys in the business. He has incredible experience and wisdom, and is an excellent advisor.

Marshall is beyond brilliant, his client commitment is unmatched.

Marshall is an excellent lawyer and brings a deep experience, phenomenal service and steady hand to every engagement. The best of the best.

Brian M. Resnick
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Brian M. Resnick
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Brian Resnick is sought after by noteholders and lenders for his experience handling Chapter 11 cases and municipal bankruptcies.

Brian is the voice of reason.

Brian is a world-class lawyer. I would go to him for anything.

He can quickly decipher complex situations and balance conflicting interests with ease.

Timothy Graulich
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Timothy Graulich
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Tim Graulich is a standout restructuring partner with a broad practice. He heads the firm's cross-border restructuring group.

He is very good at what he does.

Timothy is really sharp on cross-border issues and liability management.

Ranked Lawyers at
Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP

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Bankruptcy/Restructuring

Donald S Bernstein
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Donald S Bernstein
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Senior Statespeople
Damian S Schaible
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Damian S Schaible
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Band 1
Marshall S Huebner
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Marshall S Huebner
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Band 1
Brian M. Resnick
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Brian M. Resnick
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Band 3
Timothy Graulich
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Timothy Graulich
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Band 3