LAWYER PROFILE

James Watson

Europe 2026

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP

Ranked in 1 practice area

Restructuring/Insolvency

2 years ranked

About

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Practice Areas

James Watson is a Partner in Simpson Thacher’s Restructuring Team. James has extensive experience in domestic and cross-border restructurings and formal insolvency situations. He advises clients across the capital structure, regularly representing debtors and creditors as well as sponsors and insolvency practitioners. James also advises clients on investments in special situations involving stressed or distressed companies.

Career

Partner, joined the Firm in 2021.

Personal

Oxford Institute of Legal Practice, LPC (2004); University of Oxford B.A. (2003).

Chambers Review

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Chambers European Guide

Restructuring/Insolvency - UK

Band 4

Individual Editorial

James Watson is a partner at Simpson Thacher who is highlighted for his expertise in complex restructurings and formal insolvencies. His experience includes both domestic and cross-border mandates.

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

James is technically excellent in restructuring and also insolvency, yet still very commercial.
Restructuring/InsolvencyChambers European Guide
James is technically brilliant, and his cerebral approach delivers results for clients.
Restructuring/InsolvencyChambers European Guide
James is technically very strong indeed. His advice is always thoughtful and considered.
Restructuring/InsolvencyChambers European Guide
James is an excellent attorney who knows how to manage a complex stakeholder group. He is very commercially adept and is able to get transactions over the line when time is of the essence.
Restructuring/InsolvencyChambers European Guide
James brings a creative and thoughtful approach to every case, with an ability to think outside the box to provide tailored solutions.
Restructuring/InsolvencyChambers European Guide