Jeffrey Pawlitz

Jeffrey Pawlitz is a partner in Willkie’s Restructuring Department and Chair of the Creditor and Lender Rights practice. He represents leading investors in distressed, special situations, and opportunistic financing transactions, as well as in complex, multi-jurisdictional restructurings across a broad range of industries. Jeffrey also serves as lead counsel to special board committees and companies navigating chapter 11 and out-of-court restructurings, bringing deep experience and a strategic, commercial approach to each engagement.

Jeff is a dealmaker recognized for his ability to identify and execute creative solutions in complex distressed situations. Clients praise his situational awareness and relentless pursuit to achieve their desired results.