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Benjamin Kaminetzky

Benjamin Kaminetzky

USA 2026

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Practice Areas

Ben divides his time between bankruptcy litigation and complex commercial litigation and is the co-head of Davis Polk’s Israel practice.

One of the nation’s most experienced and accomplished bankruptcy litigators, Ben has first-chaired high-stakes bankruptcy trials involving leveraged buyouts, labor and pension disputes, mass torts, fraudulent transfers and preferences. He routinely represents debtors, lenders and creditors in highly complex bankruptcies and reorganizations.

In his commercial practice, Ben has represented clients in their most significant federal and state cases and in ICC, AAA and FINRA arbitrations. Ben also regularly counsels executives and boards navigating regulatory scrutiny and litigation exposure.

As co-head of Davis Polk’s Israel practice, he routinely represents Israeli banks in civil and regulatory matters.

Ben serves as Vice Chairman of Yeshiva University’s Theological Seminary and as President of the largest Rabbinic Court in North America, Beth Din of America.

Chambers Review

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Chambers Guide to the USA

Bankruptcy Litigation - New York

Band 3
Band 3

Individual Editorial

Benjamin Kaminetzky is a highly regarded bankruptcy litigator who is experienced in representing a broad range of clients.

Litigation: General Commercial - New York

Band 6
Band 6

Individual Editorial
Benjamin Kaminetzky excels in complex bankruptcy related litigation as part of a broad based commercial disputes practice. He focuses his practice substantially on the representation of financial institutions.

Strengths

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  • Ben has an ability to see through things.

    Bankruptcy LitigationChambers Guide to the USA
  • Benjamin is tough as nails. He is a zealous advocate and sees two moves ahead.

    Bankruptcy LitigationChambers Guide to the USA
  • He achieves the unachievable.

    Bankruptcy LitigationChambers Guide to the USA
  • Ben is a superb litigator.

    Litigation: General CommercialChambers Guide to the USA
  • Ben's wise counsel is invaluable. He is a true lawyer's lawyer.

    Litigation: General CommercialChambers Guide to the USA
  • Ben has the experience, expertise and advisory and advocacy skills needed to lead the team handling complex litigation matters across multiple jurisdictions.

    Litigation: General CommercialChambers Guide to the USA

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Massachusetts

New York

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