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Donald S Bernstein

Donald S Bernstein

USA 2026

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Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP
 Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP

Ranked in 1 practice area

Bankruptcy/Restructuring

New York

22 years ranked

Bankruptcy/Restructuring

USA - Nationwide

15 years ranked

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Don, a partner of Davis Polk for 37 years and Chair of the Restructuring practice, is globally recognized as a leader in financial restructuring and insolvency law. He represents corporate clients, creditors, acquirers, liquidators and receivers in complex restructurings and insolvency proceedings, and advises financial institutions and other market participants regarding legal risks involved in derivatives, securities, digital and other financial transactions.

Don has testified at five Senate or House Judiciary Committee hearings on bankruptcy legislation.

He is on the Board of Directors of UJA-Federation of New York.

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Bankruptcy/Restructuring - New York

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Donald Bernstein is noted in the market for his extensive expertise in domestic and international bankruptcy matters. He acts for a range of clients, including creditors and debtors.
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Bankruptcy/Restructuring - USA - Nationwide

Senior Statespeople
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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.
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