Ranking tables
USA New York Bankruptcy/Restructuring
Rankings overview for Lawyers
Senior Statespeople
Band 1
- Alan W Kornberg Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP20 Years Ranked
- Andrew Rosenberg Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP15 Years Ranked
- Damian S Schaible Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP12 Years Ranked
- Dennis Dunne Milbank LLP19 Years Ranked
- Edward O Sassower Kirkland & Ellis LLP11 Years Ranked
- Ira S Dizengoff Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP15 Years Ranked
- Joshua A Sussberg Kirkland & Ellis LLP12 Years Ranked
- Kenneth H Eckstein Kramer Levin Naftalis & Frankel LLP20 Years Ranked
- Marshall S Huebner Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP19 Years Ranked
- Martin J Bienenstock Proskauer Rose LLP20 Years Ranked
- Paul M Basta Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP17 Years Ranked
- Ray C Schrock Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP8 Years Ranked
- Susheel Kirpalani
- Thomas Lauria
Band 2
- Andrew G Dietderich Sullivan & Cromwell LLP13 Years Ranked
- Brian S Hermann Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP13 Years Ranked
- Gary T Holtzer Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP12 Years Ranked
- George A Davis Latham & Watkins LLP18 Years Ranked
- James L Bromley Sullivan & Cromwell LLP18 Years Ranked
- Jeffrey D Saferstein Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP19 Years Ranked
- Kristopher M Hansen Paul Hastings LLP15 Years Ranked
- Matt Barr Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP15 Years Ranked
- Matthew A Feldman Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP20 Years Ranked
- Michael S Stamer Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP16 Years Ranked
- Paul Leake Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates18 Years Ranked
- Rachel C Strickland Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP14 Years Ranked
- Richard G Mason Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz20 Years Ranked
- Robert J Stark Brown Rudnick LLP14 Years Ranked
- Scott J Greenberg Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP6 Years Ranked
- Scott K Charles Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz19 Years Ranked
- Stephen Hessler Sidley Austin LLP8 Years Ranked
Band 3
- Abid Qureshi Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP2 Years Ranked
- Adam C Harris Schulte Roth & Zabel LLP20 Years Ranked
- Alice Belisle Eaton Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP8 Years Ranked
- Amy Caton Kramer Levin Naftalis & Frankel LLP4 Years Ranked
- Brett H Miller Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP12 Years Ranked
- Brian M. Resnick Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP11 Years Ranked
- Bruce S Bennett Jones Day18 Years Ranked
- Christopher J. Marcus Kirkland & Ellis LLP5 Years Ranked
- Douglas Mannal Dechert LLP10 Years Ranked
- Elizabeth McColm Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP4 Years Ranked
- Evan Fleck Milbank LLP10 Years Ranked
- Heather Lennox Jones Day18 Years Ranked
- Jayme Goldstein Paul Hastings LLP6 Years Ranked
- John J Rapisardi O'Melveny & Myers LLP18 Years Ranked
- Kelley A Cornish Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP12 Years Ranked
- Lisa M Schweitzer Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP13 Years Ranked
- Lorenzo Marinuzzi Morrison Foerster11 Years Ranked
- Luc A Despins Paul Hastings LLP20 Years Ranked
- Michael H Torkin Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP8 Years Ranked
- Philip C Dublin Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP8 Years Ranked
- Robert J Feinstein Pachulski Stang Ziehl & Jones LLP10 Years Ranked
- Sandeep Qusba Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP10 Years Ranked
- Sean O'Neal Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP11 Years Ranked
- Steven J Reisman Katten17 Years Ranked
- Timothy Graulich Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP8 Years Ranked
- Allan S Brilliant
- Ben Finestone
- Christopher Shore
- Michael Luskin
- Natasha Labovitz
Band 4
- Albert Togut Togut Segal & Segal LLP14 Years Ranked
- Andrew Parlen Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP4 Years Ranked
- Andrew Troop Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP8 Years Ranked
- Arik Preis Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP7 Years Ranked
- Arthur Steinberg King & Spalding LLP12 Years Ranked
- Brad Eric Scheler Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP20 Years Ranked
- Christopher Greco Kirkland & Ellis LLP5 Years Ranked
- Christopher R. Donoho III Hogan Lovells US LLP4 Years Ranked
- Darren S Klein Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP2 Years Ranked
- David Feldman Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP13 Years Ranked
- David H Botter Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP13 Years Ranked
- David M Hillman Proskauer Rose LLP11 Years Ranked
- David Meyer Vinson & Elkins LLP2 Years Ranked
- David Molton Brown Rudnick LLP2 Years Ranked
- David Posner Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP2 Years Ranked
- David S Rosner Kasowitz Benson Torres LLP18 Years Ranked
- Dennis L Jenkins Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP11 Years Ranked
- Frank A Oswald Togut Segal & Segal LLP8 Years Ranked
- Gary L Kaplan Jones Day15 Years Ranked
- Gary Lee Morrison Foerster10 Years Ranked
- Gerard Uzzi Milbank LLP12 Years Ranked
- Gregg M Galardi Ropes & Gray LLP20 Years Ranked
- Howard Seife Norton Rose Fulbright15 Years Ranked
- Jennifer L. Marines Morrison Foerster1 Years Ranked
- Joel H Levitin Cahill Gordon & Reindel LLP11 Years Ranked
- John R Ashmead Seward & Kissel LLP5 Years Ranked
- Joseph G Minias Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP10 Years Ranked
- Joshua A Feltman Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz3 Years Ranked
- Ken Coleman Kasowitz Benson Torres LLP13 Years Ranked
- Kristin K. Going McDermott Will & Emery LLP8 Years Ranked
- Lisa Laukitis Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates4 Years Ranked
- Mark F Liscio Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer16 Years Ranked
- Matthew J Williams Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP14 Years Ranked
- Matthew Kelsey Alston & Bird LLP3 Years Ranked
- Nicole L Greenblatt Kirkland & Ellis LLP9 Years Ranked
- Paul H Zumbro Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP5 Years Ranked
- Pedro A Jimenez Paul Hastings LLP4 Years Ranked
- Philip D Anker WilmerHale11 Years Ranked
- Rachel Albanese DLA Piper LLP (US)2 Years Ranked
- Samuel Khalil Milbank LLP5 Years Ranked
- Sean E. O'Donnell Herrick, Feinstein LLP1 Years Ranked
- Sidney P Levinson Debevoise & Plimpton LLP14 Years Ranked
- Stephen D Zide Dechert LLP2 Years Ranked
- Suzzanne Uhland Latham & Watkins LLP14 Years Ranked
- Thomas Califano Sidley Austin LLP11 Years Ranked
- Tyson M Lomazow Milbank LLP2 Years Ranked
- Vincent Indelicato Proskauer Rose LLP2 Years Ranked
- Alan D Halperin
- Christopher Kiplok
- James C. Tecce
- James Millar
- Jessica C. Lauria
- Kathryn Coleman
- Keith H Wofford
- Margot Schonholtz
- Philip Abelson
- Richard Levin
- Richard Stern
- Scott Greissman
Up and Coming
- Adam J. Goldberg Latham & Watkins LLP2 Years Ranked
- Aparna Yenamandra Kirkland & Ellis LLP1 Years Ranked
- Eli J Vonnegut Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP3 Years Ranked
- Emil A. Kleinhaus Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz2 Years Ranked
- Gianfranco Finizio Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP2 Years Ranked
- Kyle Ortiz Togut Segal & Segal LLP2 Years Ranked
- Meredith A Lahaie Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP2 Years Ranked
- Rachael Ringer Kramer Levin Naftalis & Frankel LLP2 Years Ranked
- Steven Serajeddini Kirkland & Ellis LLP2 Years Ranked
- Sunny Singh Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP2 Years Ranked
- Erica Weisgerber
- Penelope Jensen
All Lawyers profiles
Senior Statespeople
S Corinne BallJones Day | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Senior Statespeople | 20 Years RankedCorinne Ball has a stellar reputation for her wealth of experience across the full range of bankruptcy matters. Over her long and storied career she has handled some of the most complex corporate restructurings, as well as advising on distressed M&A.S Donald S BernsteinDavis Polk & Wardwell LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Senior Statespeople | 20 Years RankedDonald Bernstein chairs the firm's restructuring group and is noted in the market for his extensive expertise in domestic and international bankruptcy matters. He acts for a range of clients, including creditors and debtors.S James HM SprayregenKirkland & Ellis | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Senior Statespeople | 18 Years RankedAn exceptional senior statesperson with a glowing reputation in the space, James Sprayregen acts for debtors across a range of industries, including retail, energy and media.S Thomas Moers MayerKramer Levin Naftalis & Frankel LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Senior Statespeople | 19 Years RankedThomas Moers Mayer enjoys an excellent reputation in the market for his expert representation of lenders and bondholders in bankruptcy transactions and litigation.
Band 1
1 Alan W KornbergPaul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 1 | 20 Years RankedAlan Kornberg is a preeminent practitioner with vast experience advising clients on matters including distressed M&A and Chapter 11 proceedings.1 Andrew RosenbergPaul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 1 | 15 Years Ranked"Andrew has an ability to artfully drive consensus in tense difficult situations." "He understands his clients very well and develops a deep understanding of what they are trying to achieve, and uses this as the base to build an effective legal strategy." "Andrew is extremely practical and thorough. He has a nuanced view of all the positions."1 Damian S SchaibleDavis Polk & Wardwell LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 1 | 12 Years Ranked"Damian is the best-in-class strategist and deal-maker.""Damian personifies what one looks for in an adviser.""He's a tireless worker who offers practical and valuable advice."1 Dennis DunneMilbank LLP | Head of Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 1 | 19 Years RankedThe highly regarded Dennis Dunne acts for a broad client base including debtors, creditors and noteholders in significant bankruptcy proceedings.1 Edward O SassowerKirkland & Ellis LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 1 | 11 Years RankedEdward Sassower is frequently called upon to handle Chapter 11 proceedings and distressed M&A. He offers notable experience in the retail sector.1 Ira S DizengoffAkin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 1 | 15 Years RankedIra Dizengoff has a highly regarded practice that covers the representation of creditors, debtors and noteholders in a range of bankruptcy matters.1 Joshua A SussbergKirkland & Ellis LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 1 | 12 Years RankedJoshua Sussberg is highlighted for his experience in significant bankruptcies in the retail industry, as well as those concerning the natural resources sector.1 Kenneth H EcksteinKramer Levin Naftalis & Frankel LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 1 | 20 Years Ranked"He is a pillar of the bankruptcy community. His ability to distill complicated bankruptcy concepts into actionable plans is exceptional." "He is highly respected and very talented."1 Marshall S HuebnerDavis Polk & Wardwell LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 1 | 19 Years RankedMarshall Huebner enjoys a stellar reputation for his vast experience in bankruptcy matters. He regularly acts for clients in Chapter 11 proceedings, the sale of distressed assets and refinancings. He also serves as global co-head of the firm's restructuring group.1 Martin J BienenstockProskauer Rose LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 1 | 20 Years RankedMartin Bienenstock is noted for his representation of the Financial Oversight and Management Board of Puerto Rico in the multibillion-dollar restructuring of the territory. He also offers extensive experience acting for creditors' committees in Chapter 11 proceedings.1 Paul M BastaPaul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 1 | 17 Years Ranked"Paul is a straight shooter. He's pragmatic and agile." "He is very smart. thorough, and tactical, has great judgment." "Paul is a very competent and professional attorney."1 Ray C SchrockWeil, Gotshal & Manges LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 1 | 8 Years RankedRay Schrock wins praise from all corners of the market for his strong bankruptcy practice. He is noted for his expertise in representing debtors in significant Chapter 11 cases.- Susheel KirpalaniQuinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 1
Band 2
2 Andrew G DietderichSullivan & Cromwell LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 2 | 13 Years RankedAndrew Dietderich is sought out by noteholders, lenders and debtors for his expertise in a broad range of restructuring matters. He has recent experience in Chapters 11 and 15 proceedings, and is adept at handling matters with cross-border elements.2 Brian S HermannPaul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 2 | 13 Years Ranked"Brian is commercial and well reasoned. He is truly unflappable, regardless of the circumstances." "He is very cerebral, methodical and calm." "He is extremely knowledgeable, efficient and sharp. He is great to work with."2 Gary T HoltzerWeil, Gotshal & Manges LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 2 | 12 Years RankedGary Holtzer acts for debtors and their subsidiaries in Chapter 11 proceedings, with recent experience in industries including pharmaceuticals. He has notable skill in handling matters with cross-border elements.2 George A DavisLatham & Watkins LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 2 | 18 Years RankedGeorge Davis acts for both creditors and debtors on Chapter 11 matters, with additional expertise in distressed M&A and out-of-court restructurings.2 James L BromleySullivan & Cromwell LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 2 | 18 Years RankedJames Bromley is held in high regard for his representation of debtors, lenders and government bodies in both domestic and international bankruptcy matters.2 Jeffrey D SafersteinWeil, Gotshal & Manges LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 2 | 19 Years RankedJeffrey Saferstein maintains a wide-ranging practice, including Chapter 11 proceedings and bankruptcy-related transactions. He offers substantial experience acting for debtors and creditors.2 Kristopher M HansenPaul Hastings LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 2 | 15 Years Ranked"His advice is always well reasoned and commercial. Kris is able to draw from his seemingly limitless experience of deals and complicated litigation.""He controls dialog extremely well. He has the ability to drive a complex process to completion in a very efficient manner." "He is incredibly commercial and is great on an interpersonal level. He's easy to work with and treats people with respect."2 Matt BarrWeil, Gotshal & Manges LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 2 | 15 Years RankedMatt Barr acts for clients including debtors, lenders and creditors on bankruptcy proceedings and related transactions.2 Matthew A FeldmanWillkie Farr & Gallagher LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 2 | 20 Years Ranked"Matthew is a smart and clever lawyer with nerves of steel. He's very commercially minded and knows how to drive a negotiation.""He's exceptionally smart. He has a great demeanor and can rally to a consensus."2 Michael S StamerAkin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 2 | 16 Years RankedMichael Stamer is noted for his expertise in Chapter 11 restructurings as well as distressed M&A, with recent involvement in industries including the media and energy sectors.2 Paul LeakeSkadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 2 | 18 Years Ranked"Paul is excellent at building consensus. He's very well respected.""He is a very thoughtful, constructive and knowledgeable lawyer. He does a very good job of getting his clients a result."2 Rachel C StricklandWillkie Farr & Gallagher LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 2 | 14 Years RankedRachel Strickland is highly regarded for her broad bankruptcy practice which includes acting for groups such as noteholders, lenders and claimants. Her recent practice also includes cases with mass tort aspects and related litigation.2 Richard G MasonWachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 2 | 20 Years RankedRichard Mason provides support to creditors, debtors and noteholders on Chapter 11 proceedings and bankruptcy litigation. He has notable expertise in complex matters with cross-border elements.2 Robert J StarkBrown Rudnick LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 2 | 14 Years Ranked"He is able to synthesize vast amounts of information quickly and develop appropriate strategies to navigate a complex playing field and maximize the chances of a successful outcome.""He is an incredibly efficient, thoughtful, and knowledgeable lawyer.""He is a highly responsive lawyer who recognizes the full context of the legal and business issues."2 Scott J GreenbergGibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 2 | 6 Years RankedScott Greenberg advises clients on bankruptcy matters both in and out of court, and is adept at representing lenders and creditors. He acts on cases across a range of industries, including the media and pharmaceuticals sectors.2 Scott K CharlesWachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 2 | 19 Years RankedScott Charles routinely handles Chapter 11 cases and distressed M&A. He offers notable expertise acting on behalf of clients in the retail sector.2 Stephen HesslerSidley Austin LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 2 | 8 Years RankedStephen Hessler possesses significant expertise in Chapter 11 proceedings. His recent work includes advising on matters concerning the energy sector and notable debtor-side representation.
Band 3
3 Abid QureshiAkin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 3 | 2 Years Ranked"Abid is a standout restructuring attorney and litigator." "He understands how litigation fits into the overall picture. He's great in and out of the courtroom."3 Adam C HarrisSchulte Roth & Zabel LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 3 | 20 Years Ranked"In a long, complicated matter Adam carried it across the finish line." "He is a no-nonsense, practical lawyer." "He is a very seasoned bankruptcy lawyer."3 Alice Belisle EatonPaul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 3 | 8 Years RankedAlice Belisle Eaton regularly handles both in-court and out-of-court restructurings, with recent experience in matters concerning the manufacturing, energy and retail industries.3 Amy CatonKramer Levin Naftalis & Frankel LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 3 | 4 Years Ranked"Amy is well versed in complex and idiosyncratic legal issues, and maintains a strong understanding of the deal dynamics." "She is very strategic and outmaneuvers her opponents time and again."3 Brett H MillerWillkie Farr & Gallagher LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 3 | 12 Years RankedBrett Miller receives praise for his wide-ranging practice which includes Chapter 11 cases and bankruptcy-related transactions.3 Brian M. ResnickDavis Polk & Wardwell LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 3 | 11 Years Ranked"Brian is extremely user-friendly, offers practical advice and is available around the clock.""He has an unrivaled work ethic and ability to craft creative and commercial solutions to complex business and legal issues."3 Bruce S BennettJones Day | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 3 | 18 Years RankedBruce Bennett is an accomplished practitioner, routinely acting on high-profile cases in the healthcare and energy sectors. His clients include bondholders, noteholders and creditors. He splits his time between LA and New York.3 Christopher J. MarcusKirkland & Ellis LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 3 | 5 Years RankedChristopher Marcus is highlighted for his experience in Chapter 11 proceedings, regularly acting for clients from a variety of industries including media, energy and retail. He has a particular focus on company-side representations.3 Douglas MannalDechert LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 3 | 10 Years Ranked"Douglas is a force of nature and a zealous advocate for his client's positions.""He is incredibly intelligent and is an adept architect of the restructuring processes.""His bankruptcy skills are fantastic. He can navigate dicey situations to positive outcomes."3 Elizabeth McColmPaul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 3 | 4 Years RankedElizabeth McColm routinely represents creditors and lenders on bankruptcy matters both in and out-of-court. She has particular expertise in matters concerning the energy sector.3 Evan FleckMilbank LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 3 | 10 Years RankedEvan Fleck offers a broad base of experience in bankruptcy matters, spanning Chapter 11 cases and out-of-court restructurings. His clients include debtors, creditors and lenders.3 Heather LennoxJones Day | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 3 | 18 Years RankedHeather Lennox regularly acts for boards of directors on restructuring matters and offers notable experience in transactions with international considerations. She splits her time between the firm's Cleveland and New York offices.3 Jayme GoldsteinPaul Hastings LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 3 | 6 Years Ranked"Jayme is an extremely talented restructuring attorney whose broad skill set is invaluable.""He is a great lawyer. He's very commercial, savvy and provides his clients with great advice.""Jayme is an outstanding attorney and adviser. He is extremely commercial and great at building consensus in contentious situations."3 John J RapisardiO'Melveny & Myers LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 3 | 18 Years RankedJohn Rapisardi chairs the firm's restructuring practice and is well regarded for his expertise in a wide range of matters. He possesses significant experience in complex bankruptcies with international elements.3 Kelley A CornishPaul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 3 | 12 Years Ranked"She is able to explain complex matters in a simplified manner, and has a depth of experience." "She is very proactive, very good at communicating and technically very competent. She thinks ahead to come up with solutions."3 Lisa M SchweitzerCleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 3 | 13 Years Ranked"Lisa is very bright and handles complex and cross-border matters." "She has a great measured approach and is not fazed by complication. She is very thorough considers all angles."3 Lorenzo MarinuzziMorrison Foerster | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 3 | 11 Years Ranked"He is incredibly focused and clear on what is required, and always puts clients first.""He is a master strategist and a very savvy negotiator."3 Luc A DespinsPaul Hastings LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 3 | 20 Years RankedLuc Despins acts for both creditors and debtors in complex restructuring matters, with notable experience in municipal bankruptcies.3 Michael H TorkinSimpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 3 | 8 Years RankedMichael Torkin remains a popular choice for public and private companies seeking counsel on a range of bankruptcy issues, including Chapter 11 cases, workouts and distressed M&A.3 Philip C DublinAkin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 3 | 8 Years RankedPhilip Dublin regularly acts for clients including ad hoc groups of noteholders and lenders, as well as creditors' committees, on a broad array of bankruptcy issues.3 Robert J FeinsteinPachulski Stang Ziehl & Jones LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 3 | 10 Years RankedRobert Feinstein is recognized for his deep experience advising both debtors and creditors on bankruptcy matters, including restructurings and related litigation. He offers notable expertise in matters with cross-border elements and issues concerning the retail sector.3 Sandeep QusbaSimpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 3 | 10 Years RankedSandeep Qusba acts for a range of clients, including boards of directors, bondholders and lenders on complex bankruptcy matters. He is adept at handling Chapter 11 proceedings and out-of-court workouts, and serves as the head of the firm's bankruptcy and restructuring group.3 Sean O'NealCleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 3 | 11 Years Ranked"Sean makes difficult processes as seamless as possible. He is careful to educate and explain things carefully and truly worked hard to achieve the best result." "He's very bright, practical and capable."3 Steven J ReismanKatten | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 3 | 17 Years Ranked"He's very attentive to client needs and gives clear advice." "He's a high quality lawyer and someone who can be trusted in the most complex matters. He brings excellent judgment." "He has an extraordinary ability to understand the individual motivations of each constituency in a case."3 Timothy GraulichDavis Polk & Wardwell LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 3 | 8 Years RankedTimothy Graulich is noted for his expertise in complex bankruptcy matters, acting for clients including debtors, creditors and trustees.- Ben FinestoneQuinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 3
Band 4
4 Albert TogutTogut Segal & Segal LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 4 | 14 Years RankedAlbert Togut is recognized in the market for his impressive debtor-side practice. He offers vast experience in Chapter 11 proceedings and acts for clients from an array of industries.4 Andrew ParlenPaul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 4 | 4 Years RankedAndrew Parlen is sought after for his expertise in Chapter 11 proceedings, and offers recent experience in matters concerning the energy, media and retail industries. He is also noted for his bondholder representation.4 Andrew TroopPillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 4 | 8 Years Ranked"Andrew's ability to conceive creative and strategic solutions is unmatched." "He's an excellent writer, and is very thoughtful in terms of the way he makes presentations to the judge." "Andrew is a truly great lawyer."4 Arik PreisAkin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 4 | 7 Years RankedArik Preis comes recommended for his handling of Chapter 11 proceedings on behalf of creditors' committees.4 Arthur SteinbergKing & Spalding LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 4 | 12 Years Ranked"Arthur is a practical and effective bankruptcy litigator. He has very good subject knowledge and gets stuff done.""He is effective and will make a deal at the right time."4 Brad Eric SchelerFried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 4 | 20 Years RankedBrad Eric Scheler of Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobsen LLP acts for lenders and investors in a range of bankruptcy matters, across industries including energy, media and real estate.4 Christopher GrecoKirkland & Ellis LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 4 | 5 Years Ranked"Chris has been a terrific partner to me. He helps decipher the law, keep the calm and help my confidence." "He resolves issues with a very commercial lens and a strong understanding of the law."4 Christopher R. Donoho IIIHogan Lovells US LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 4 | 4 Years RankedChristopher Donoho is recognized for his impressive bankruptcy practice, which includes company restructurings and distressed M&A. He acts for debtors as well as creditors.4 Darren S KleinDavis Polk & Wardwell LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 4 | 2 Years RankedDarren Klein is well regarded for his bankruptcy practice. He has notable experience acting on matters relating to the energy sector, regularly representing companies and ad hoc groups.4 David FeldmanGibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 4 | 13 Years RankedDavid Feldman acts for both debtors and creditors on a wide range of matters, including Chapter 11 cases and bankruptcy litigation. His practice includes matters relating to the energy and hospitality sectors.4 David H BotterAkin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 4 | 13 Years RankedDavid Botter is a respected restructuring practitioner with significant experience advising clients on complex, cross-border matters. He is frequently called upon by creditors and bondholder committees to handle Chapter 11 proceedings.4 David M HillmanProskauer Rose LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 4 | 11 Years Ranked"David is strategically very strong and effective. He has his finger on the pulse of issues while being extremely commercial.""He is a very constructive lawyer and tries to get a deal done. He's very attuned to the market and trends."4 David MeyerVinson & Elkins LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 4 | 2 Years Ranked"David's commercial and practical advice helps navigate through tricky situations." "He is very user-friendly and able to distill extremely complex matters into practical business concepts.""David is a commercial and thoughtful partner."4 David MoltonBrown Rudnick LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 4 | 2 Years Ranked"David is an excellent lawyer capable of navigating very difficult and complex situations.""He is an awesome talent; strategically, commercially and legally very astute.""He's a superb strategist and a brilliant negotiator."4 David PosnerKilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 4 | 2 Years Ranked"David is very knowledgeable and in control of situations at all times." "He can be tough when he needs to be but can also get a deal done.""David is extremely knowledgeable and practical."4 David S RosnerKasowitz Benson Torres LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 4 | 18 Years RankedDavid Rosner of Kasowitz Benson Torres LLP is noted for his experience across a range of matters including Chapter 11 cases, bankruptcy litigation and transactional work. He often represents creditors.4 Dennis L JenkinsWillkie Farr & Gallagher LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 4 | 11 Years RankedDennis Jenkins advises creditors, debtors and noteholders in Chapter 11 bankruptcies and out-of-court restructurings.4 Frank A OswaldTogut Segal & Segal LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 4 | 8 Years Ranked"Frank is an exceptional lawyer; always calm and prepared." "He is a very strong practitioner. He's very practical and commercial in very complicated restructuring matters."4 Gary L KaplanJones Day | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 4 | 15 Years RankedGary Kaplan of Jones Day has a broad practice spanning Chapter 11 proceedings and out-of-court restructurings. He acts for both debtors and creditors, and is adept at handling matters with cross-border elements.4 Gary LeeMorrison Foerster | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 4 | 10 Years RankedGary Lee serves as the global cochair of the firm's finance team and regularly acts for clients including public corporations, bondholders and liquidators on a range of restructuring matters.4 Gerard UzziMilbank LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 4 | 12 Years RankedGerard Uzzi is a well-regarded bankruptcy attorney with recent experience in Chapter 11 cases in both the energy and retail sectors.4 Gregg M GalardiRopes & Gray LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 4 | 20 Years RankedGregg Galardi offers significant experience in complex bankruptcy matters, routinely representing noteholders and debtors. His practice spans a range of sectors, including retail and pharmaceuticals.4 Howard SeifeNorton Rose Fulbright | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 4 | 15 Years RankedHoward Seife of Norton Rose Fulbright is experienced in international and domestic bankruptcy matters, with recent work including Chapter 15 cases and distressed M&A.4 Jennifer L. MarinesMorrison Foerster | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 4 | 1 Years RankedJennifer Marines is recognized for her strong practice, which is capable across a broad spectrum of restructuring matters. She serves as global cochair of the firm's business restructuring and insolvency group, and chair of its finance department.4 Joel H LevitinCahill Gordon & Reindel LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 4 | 11 Years RankedJoel Levitin of Cahill Gordon & Reindel LLP acts for clients on matters including distressed M&A and Chapter 11 cases, with recent experience in industries such as retail, media and healthcare.4 John R AshmeadSeward & Kissel LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 4 | 5 Years RankedJohn Ashmead leads the firm's bankruptcy and reorganization group. He is called upon for his expertise in a range of matters, including Chapter 11 cases and workouts.4 Joseph G MiniasWillkie Farr & Gallagher LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 4 | 10 Years Ranked"Joseph is very business-minded and understands how things piece together.""He is a cerebral lawyer who knows the Code super well.""He was extremely helpful and very commercial when dealing with difficult counterparties."4 Joshua A FeltmanWachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 4 | 3 Years RankedJoshua Feltman is well respected in the market for his handling of bankruptcy matters. He is sought out to advise on high-profile corporate restructurings and has notable experience acting for clients in the retail and travel sectors.4 Ken ColemanKasowitz Benson Torres LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 4 | 13 Years RankedKen Coleman recently joined Kasowitz Benson Torres's New York office. He handles international and domestic restructurings for clients from a range of industries, including oil and gas, energy and retail. He advises on Chapters 11 and 15 proceedings, as well as distressed M&A and out-of-court restructurings.4 Kristin K. GoingMcDermott Will & Emery LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 4 | 8 Years Ranked"Kristin is keenly aware of the client's goals and drives extremely hard to attain that result.""She always gets what clients are trying to accomplish and is very mindful of the overarching aim."4 Lisa LaukitisSkadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 4 | 4 Years RankedLisa Laukitis offers experience acting on behalf of clients from a wide range of industries, including the fishing, pharmaceuticals and aviation sectors. She is adept at handling complex high-value restructurings with cross-border elements.4 Mark F LiscioFreshfields Bruckhaus Deringer | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 4 | 16 Years RankedMark Liscio of Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer acts for lenders in international and domestic restructuring matters across a wide range of sectors.4 Matthew J WilliamsGibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 4 | 14 Years RankedMatthew Williams is adept at handling a wide range of bankruptcy matters, including Chapter 11 cases.4 Matthew KelseyAlston & Bird LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 4 | 3 Years RankedMatthew Kelsey of Alston & Bird LLP provides expertise in matters, such as Chapter 11 cases, bankruptcy litigation and distressed M&A, across a range of industries including healthcare and retail.4 Nicole L GreenblattKirkland & Ellis LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 4 | 9 Years RankedNicole Greenblatt is adept at handling a wide range of bankruptcy matters, including Chapter 11 cases and out-of-court restructurings.4 Paul H ZumbroCravath, Swaine & Moore LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 4 | 5 Years Ranked"Paul has a really good practical perceptive, and makes sure issues are raised constructively.""He is brilliant, smart and professional." "Paul is a superlative and extremely responsive lawyer."4 Pedro A JimenezPaul Hastings LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 4 | 4 Years RankedPedro Jimenez is frequently called upon by creditors for representation in notable bankruptcy matters. He is adept at handling complex issues with cross-border elements, with particular expertise in Latin America.4 Philip D AnkerWilmerHale | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 4 | 11 Years RankedPhilip Anker cochairs the firm's bankruptcy and financial restructuring group. He routinely acts for creditors, noteholders and other clients in high-profile bankruptcy-related litigation, and offers recent experience in matters concerning the retail sector.4 Rachel AlbaneseDLA Piper LLP (US) | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 4 | 2 Years RankedRachel Albanese is well regarded in the market for her skilled handling of complex bankruptcy matters, including those with international elements. She has particular expertise acting for companies in the healthcare sector.4 Samuel KhalilMilbank LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 4 | 5 Years RankedSamuel Khalil represents creditors' committees and noteholders in bankruptcy matters across industries such as the energy, aviation and telecommunications sectors.4 Sean E. O'DonnellHerrick, Feinstein LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 4 | 1 Years Ranked"Sean is an incredible orator with the unique ability to speak persuasively about any topic. He's an excellent litigator." "He is an extraordinarily creative litigator. He has a strong commercial understanding, and is tempered and strategic." "Sean is smart, aggressive and strategic."4 Sidney P LevinsonDebevoise & Plimpton LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 4 | 14 Years RankedSidney Levinson is noted for his skilled handling of bankruptcy proceedings. He regularly represents lenders, bondholders and noteholders in restructurings, with particular expertise in the energy and retail sectors.4 Stephen D ZideDechert LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 4 | 2 Years RankedStephen Zide offers significant experience representing noteholders and bondholders in a range of restructuring matters. He routinely advises on cases concerning the oil-drilling and retail industries.4 Suzzanne UhlandLatham & Watkins LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 4 | 14 Years RankedSuzzanne Uhland comes recommended for her handling of Chapter 11 cases, distressed M&A and out-of-court restructurings.4 Thomas CalifanoSidley Austin LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 4 | 11 Years RankedThomas Califano is noted for his expertise advising debtors on bankruptcy matters, including Chapter 11 cases, and offers recent experience in the healthcare, oil and gas and media industries.4 Tyson M LomazowMilbank LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 4 | 2 Years RankedTyson Lomazow acts for lenders and debtors in a broad array of bankruptcy matters. His experience includes Chapter 11 proceedings as well as out-of-court restructurings.4 Vincent IndelicatoProskauer Rose LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 4 | 2 Years RankedVincent Indelicato is well regarded for his practice representing lenders in complex restructuring matters. He offers notable experience in Chapter 11 proceedings.- Alan D HalperinHalperin Battaglia Benzija, LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 4
- James C. TecceQuinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Band 4
Up and Coming
U Adam J. GoldbergLatham & Watkins LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Up and Coming | 2 Years RankedAdam Goldberg is noted for his growing practice in the bankruptcy space. He offers experience acting for creditors and handling Chapter 15 matters, as well as Section 363 sales.U Aparna YenamandraKirkland & Ellis LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Up and Coming | 1 Years RankedAparna Yenamandra is a flourishing talent in the New York market. She is active in restructurings across a swath of industries.U Eli J VonnegutDavis Polk & Wardwell LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Up and Coming | 3 Years RankedEli Vonnegut is recognized in the market as a talented up-and-comer with significant experience acting for debtors and creditors. He acts for clients from a range of industries, including the pharmaceuticals and energy sectors.U Emil A. KleinhausWachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Up and Coming | 2 Years Ranked"Emil is an excellent litigator. He's a creative thinker and great with clients.""He worked efficiently on a very tight deadline. He led the team and covered the subject comprehensively."U Gianfranco FinizioKilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Up and Coming | 2 Years RankedGianfranco Finizio is recognized for his significant expertise in complex restructurings. He handles Chapter 11 proceedings and acts for clients from a wide range of sectors, including retail and fitness.U Kyle OrtizTogut Segal & Segal LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Up and Coming | 2 Years RankedKyle Ortiz is noted for his growing practice which includes representing debtors in both in-court and out-of-court restructurings.U Meredith A LahaieAkin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Up and Coming | 2 Years RankedMeredith Lahaie is noted in the market for her growing bankruptcy practice. She offers experience representing creditors in Chapter 11 cases, including recent work concerning the retail sector.U Rachael RingerKramer Levin Naftalis & Frankel LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Up and Coming | 2 Years Ranked"Rachel is very succinct when she communicates complex issues.""Rachel is a rising star. Her grasp of bankruptcy law, her commercial intuition, and her ability to get things done are a rare combination."U Steven SerajeddiniKirkland & Ellis LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Up and Coming | 2 Years RankedSteven Serajeddini is building an impressive profile as an up-and coming-lawyer, with recent experience acting on retail and telecommunications-related bankruptcy matters.U Sunny SinghSimpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Up and Coming | 2 Years Ranked"Sunny tackles the most complicated situations with calm and steady advice. He's a rising star in the industry." "He is extremely knowledgeable and gives extremely good advice to help navigate through strenuous areas."- Erica WeisgerberDebevoise & Plimpton LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2022 | Up and Coming