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James Watson is a Partner in Simpson Thacher’s Restructuring Team. Recognised by both Chambers and The Legal 500, James is “highly commercial and creative; he knows how to get deals done”. 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.
Partner, joined the Firm in 2021.
Oxford Institute of Legal Practice, LPC (2004); University of Oxford B.A. (2003).
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James brings a creative and thoughtful approach to every case, with an ability to think outside the box to provide tailored solutions.
James is technically excellent in restructuring and also insolvency, yet still very commercial.
James is technically very strong indeed. His advice is always thoughtful and considered.
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.
James is technically brilliant, and his cerebral approach delivers results for clients.
James brings a creative and thoughtful approach to every case, with an ability to think outside the box to provide tailored solutions.
James is technically excellent in restructuring and also insolvency, yet still very commercial.
James is technically very strong indeed. His advice is always thoughtful and considered.
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.
James is technically brilliant, and his cerebral approach delivers results for clients.