LAWYER PROFILE

Christopher J. Marcus

USA 2026

Kirkland & Ellis LLP

Ranked in 1 practice area

Bankruptcy/Restructuring

New York

9 years ranked

Bankruptcy/Restructuring

USA - Nationwide

1 year ranked

About

Provided by Kirkland & Ellis LLP

USA

Practice Areas

Chris represents debtors, creditors, equity sponsors and investors in distressed companies in various industries, including energy and power, retail, cryptocurrency, telecommunications, media, real estate and manufacturing. Recent representative debtor clients include Ascend Performance Materials Holdings Inc., Cyxtera, Keter, AppGate, Cineworld Group, Voyager Digital Holdings, iQor Holdings, Tailored Brands, Denbury Resources, Extraction Oil & Gas, and J. C. Penney Company.

Personal

Hofstra University School of Law, J.D., 1999; Pennsylvania State University, B.A., 1994.

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Chambers Guide to the USA

Bankruptcy/Restructuring - New York

Band 2

Individual Editorial

Christopher Marcus is highlighted for his experience in Chapter 11 proceedings, regularly acting for clients from a variety of industries including media, energy and retail. He has a particular focus on company-side representations.

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Bankruptcy/Restructuring - USA - Nationwide

Band 3

Individual Editorial

Christopher Marcus is a highly regarded restructuring attorney who advises clients on high-profile Chapter 11 proceedings across a range of industries.

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

He is a highly skilled professional.
Bankruptcy/RestructuringChambers Guide to the USA
He is a highly skilled professional.
Bankruptcy/RestructuringChambers Guide to the USA

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