LAWYER PROFILE

Ken Baird

Europe 2026

Freshfields

Ranked in 1 practice area

Restructuring/Insolvency

18 years ranked

About

Provided by Freshfields

Practice Areas

Ken has been the global head of Freshfields’ restructuring and insolvency team since April 2007. He specialises in complex, often cross-border restructurings and insolvencies, on both debtor and creditor side.

Career

Ken continues to be dual qualified as a solicitor in both England and Scotland, and has been a partner since 1996.

Professional Memberships

Ken is a fellow of the Institute for Turnaround, member of the International Insolvency Institute, and the former president of the Insolvency Lawyers’ Association (ILA).

Publications

Co-author of the cross-border issues chapter of Tolley’s 'Insolvency Law'.

Personal

Ken attended the University of Glasgow where he attained a First Class Bachelor of Law degree.

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Chambers European Guide

Restructuring/Insolvency - UK

Eminent Practitioners

Individual Editorial

Global restructuring and insolvency practice head Ken Baird is relied upon for his wealth of experience acting for both debtor and creditor-side clients. He is regarded as a go-to for complex and cross-border matters and is experienced in advising on CVAs.

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

Ken is an excellent adviser to have on your side.
Restructuring/InsolvencyChambers European Guide
Ken is up until midnight on deals with me. He works very hard.
Restructuring/InsolvencyChambers European Guide
Ken is excellent and a market leader.
Restructuring/InsolvencyChambers European Guide