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Bankruptcy/Restructuring | USA
District of Columbia
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Band 1

1 AkinBankruptcy/Restructuring2026 | Band 1 | 21 Years RankedAkin is a national leader in the bankruptcy sphere, with an impressive presence in DC. The firm is noted for its representation of both creditors and debtor-side clients, including secured and unsecured creditor committees and distressed companies. It handles bankruptcy matters pertaining to a broad range of industries, notably including the energy sector. The team is particularly skilled in litigation as well as non-contentious proceedings.

1 Arnold & PorterBankruptcy/Restructuring2026 | Band 1 | 21 Years RankedArnold & Porter is a market leader in representing large corporations in complex bankruptcy matters. The firm is noted for its handling of cross-border bankruptcies and sovereign debt restructuring. The team acts for an array of clients including financial institutions, private equity firms and technology companies.
Band 2

2 ArentFox Schiff LLPBankruptcy/Restructuring2026 | Band 2 | 21 Years RankedArentFox Schiff LLP has a solid presence in mid-market bankruptcy and restructuring work, with experience in handling bankruptcy litigation and distressed asset acquisitions. The firm represents a range of clients in these matters, including creditors, distressed companies, buyers and sellers of distressed assets, committees and indenture trustees.

2 Jones DayBankruptcy/Restructuring2026 | Band 2 | 6 Years RankedJones Day has a well-regarded team with notable experience in Chapter 11 proceedings and the representation of Chapter 7 trustees. The firm routinely acts on cases in the retail, healthcare and energy sectors, and its client base includes creditors, trustees and debtors.
Band 3

3 Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PCBankruptcy/Restructuring2026 | Band 3 | 5 Years RankedBaker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz wins praise for its well-established bankruptcy practice. The team is a popular choice for clients seeking representation in a range of matters, including Chapter 11 proceedings, workouts and insolvency litigation. The firm's lawyers act for clients across a variety of industries, ranging from healthcare and financial services to retail.
3 Cooley LLPBankruptcy/Restructuring2026 | Band 3 | 1 Years RankedCooley LLP has a growing reputation in the bankruptcy and restructuring space with a particularly strong track record handling complex bankruptcy trials including mass tort related litigation. It is well versed in Chapter 11 cases and frequently assist clients in the retail and pharmaceutical sector.

3 Milbank LLPBankruptcy/Restructuring2026 | Band 3 | 1 Years RankedMilbank LLP offers capabilities in all manner of insolvency matters including Chapter 11 proceedings and major financial restructurings. The team advises a wide range of clients, from entertainment to aerospace and communications.

3 Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLPBankruptcy/Restructuring2026 | Band 3 | 21 Years RankedOrrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe has represented leading financial institutions and multinational corporates in connection with restructuring matters in a variety of sectors, including energy and technology. The firm works with creditors, debtors and bondholders in bankruptcy proceedings and debt-related lawsuit defence and appeals.
Band 4

4 Caplin & Drysdale, CharteredBankruptcy/Restructuring2026 | Band 4 | 18 Years RankedCaplin & Drysdale, Chartered has notable insolvency practitioners with expertise in the handling of creditor interests in complex bankruptcies. The firm is also known for its niche specialism in advising on asbestos-related claims and other mass tort-driven bankruptcies.