Ranking tables
Bankruptcy/Restructuring | Global
USA
Senior Statespeople
Corinne Ball Jones Day
Donald S Bernstein Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP- Thomas Moers MayerKramer Levin Naftalis & Frankel LLP
Eminent Practitioners
Band 1
Bruce S Bennett Jones Day
Damian S Schaible Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP- Dennis Dunne Milbank LLP
Ira S Dizengoff Akin- Kristopher M Hansen Paul Hastings LLP
Marshall S Huebner Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP
Martin J Bienenstock Proskauer Rose LLP
Paul M Basta Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP
Ray Schrock Latham & Watkins LLP- Susheel Kirpalani Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP
Thomas Lauria White & Case LLP- Edward O SassowerKirkland & Ellis LLP
- Joshua A SussbergKirkland & Ellis LLP
- Kenneth H EcksteinKramer Levin Naftalis & Frankel LLP
Band 2
- Andrew G Dietderich Sullivan & Cromwell LLP
Andrew Rosenberg Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP
Gary T Holtzer Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP- George A Davis Latham & Watkins LLP
- James L Bromley Sullivan & Cromwell LLP
Matt Barr Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP
Michael S Stamer Akin
Rachel Strickland Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP- Richard G Mason Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz
Scott J Greenberg Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP- Scott K Charles Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz
- Michael L TuchinKTBS Law LLP
- Robert J StarkBrown Rudnick LLP
Band 3
Brett H Miller Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP
Brian S Hermann Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP
Heather Lennox Jones Day
Laura Davis Jones Pachulski Stang Ziehl & Jones LLP
Lisa M Schweitzer Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP
Paul Leake Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates
Richard M Pachulski Pachulski Stang Ziehl & Jones LLP- Adam C HarrisSchulte Roth & Zabel LLP
- Anup SathyKirkland & Ellis
- Louis R StrubeckO'Melveny & Myers LLP
- Patrick J Nash, JrKirkland & Ellis
Band 4
Alice Belisle Eaton Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP
Brian M. Resnick Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP- Caroline Reckler Latham & Watkins LLP
David Meyer Vinson & Elkins LLP
Elizabeth McColm Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP- Evan Fleck Milbank LLP
Gregg M Galardi Ropes & Gray LLP
James Stang Pachulski Stang Ziehl & Jones LLP- Jayme Goldstein Paul Hastings LLP
- Jeffrey Bjork Latham & Watkins LLP
- Margot Schonholtz Linklaters
Steven J Reisman Katten- Derek C AbbottMorris, Nichols, Arsht & Tunnell LLP
- John J RapisardiO'Melveny & Myers LLP
- Kelley CornishSelendy Gay PLLC
- Mark D CollinsRichards, Layton & Finger PA
- Nicole L GreenblattKirkland & Ellis LLP
- Paul Steven SingermanBerger Singerman
- Thomas WalperMunger, Tolles & Olson LLP
Senior Statespeople
S Corinne Ball
Jones Day | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2025 | Senior Statespeople |Corinne Ball is highly regarded in the market for her wealth of expertise in complex restructurings. She has notable experience acting for clients on bankruptcy matters arising from significant litigation.S Donald S Bernstein
Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2025 | Senior Statespeople |Donald Bernstein is a distinguished practitioner noted for his expertise acting on behalf of both debtors and bondholders on various bankruptcy matters. He also serves as chair of the firm's restructuring group.- Thomas Moers MayerKramer Levin Naftalis & Frankel LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2025 | Senior Statespeople
Eminent Practitioners
E Matthew A Feldman
Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2025 | Eminent Practitioners |Matthew Feldman is cochair of the firm. He regularly handles Chapter 11 proceedings and distressed M&A, and has recent experience acting for clients in the retail and energy sectors.
Band 1
1 Bruce S BennettJones Day | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2025 | Band 1 |Bruce Bennett routinely acts for clients including shareholders, lenders, creditors and bondholders, and offers significant experience in Chapter 9 and Chapter 11 proceedings.1 Damian S SchaibleDavis Polk & Wardwell LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2025 | Band 1 |Damian Schaible is highly regarded for his bankruptcy practice. He regularly acts for lenders and noteholders, with experience across industries including construction, financial services and energy.1 Dennis Dunne
Milbank LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2025 | Band 1 |Dennis Dunne wins praise from all corners of the market for his longstanding expertise in bankruptcy issues. He advises clients including debtors, creditors' committees and noteholders on a range of restructuring matters.1 Ira S Dizengoff
Akin | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2025 | Band 1 |Ira Dizengoff regularly acts for a wide range of clients, including noteholders, investors and creditors' committees, on the full range of bankruptcy matters. He offers experience across industries including oil and gas, energy and telecommunications.1 Kristopher M Hansen
Paul Hastings LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2025 | Band 1 |Kristopher Hansen garners praise for his strong expertise in the full range of bankruptcy matters, and routinely acts for clients including banks, lenders and creditors in Chapter 11 proceedings. He also serves as cochair of the firm's financial restructuring group.1 Marshall S HuebnerDavis Polk & Wardwell LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2025 | Band 1 |Marshall Huebner enjoys a stellar reputation for his vast experience in handling a broad range of bankruptcy matters, including Chapter 11 cases and distressed M&A. He offers experience acting for both debtors and lenders, alongside his current role as global cohead of the firm's restructuring department.1 Martin J Bienenstock
Proskauer Rose LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2025 | Band 1 |Martin Bienenstock comes recommended for his extensive experience in bankruptcy matters. He is recognized in the market for his role acting for the Financial Oversight and Management Board for Puerto Rico.1 Paul M Basta
Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2025 | Band 1 |Paul Basta is cochair of the firm's restructuring department. He continues to be a popular choice for high profile bankruptcy matters. He represents a range of clients, including debtors, lenders and boards of directors. He is adept at handling Chapter 11 proceedings, as well as bankruptcy-related acquisitions.1 Ray Schrock
Latham & Watkins LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2025 | Band 1 |Ray Schrock maintains a highly regarded bankruptcy practice. He is noted for his expertise in Chapter 11 cases, acting for debtors in industries ranging from retail to healthcare.1 Susheel Kirpalani
Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2025 | Band 1 |Susheel Kirpalani is well regarded for his experience representing bondholders and creditors in bankruptcy litigation. He is highlighted for his skilled handling of cross-border matters.1 Thomas Lauria
White & Case LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2025 | Band 1 |Thomas Lauria has extensive experience in bankruptcy matters, including Chapter 11 proceedings. He also leads the firm's financial restructuring and insolvency group from its Miami and New York offices.- Kenneth H EcksteinKramer Levin Naftalis & Frankel LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2025 | Band 1
Band 2
2 Andrew G Dietderich
Sullivan & Cromwell LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2025 | Band 2 |Andrew Dietderich acts for clients on the debtor and creditor sides of bankruptcy matters, including both Chapter 11 and 15 cases, and offers notable experience in issues with cross-border elements.2 Andrew RosenbergPaul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2025 | Band 2 |Andrew Rosenberg comes recommended for his significant expertise in restructuring matters, with notable experience in the retail and pharmaceutical sectors. He acts for a variety of clients including bondholders, noteholders and creditors.2 Gary T Holtzer
Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2025 | Band 2 |Gary Holtzer provides clients with restructuring advice both in and out of court, with particular expertise in Chapter 11 cases. His client base covers a wide range of industries, including the pharmaceutical, media and utilities sectors. He also serves as cochair of the firm's business finance and restructuring team.2 George A DavisLatham & Watkins LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2025 | Band 2 |George Davis wins praise for his representation of both debtors and creditors in matters including Chapter 11 cases and out-of-court restructurings. He offers experience across a range of sectors, including retail, energy and pharmaceuticals.2 James L BromleySullivan & Cromwell LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2025 | Band 2 |James Bromley enjoys an excellent reputation for his broad practice, covering the likes of municipal bankruptcies, Chapter 11 cases and out-of-court restructurings as well as related transactions.2 Matt BarrWeil, Gotshal & Manges LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2025 | Band 2 |Matt Barr is noted for his expertise in acting on behalf of lenders in bankruptcy matters, with additional experience representing debtors and noteholders. He offers experience in high profile issues across a range of sectors, including energy and entertainment.2 Michael S StamerAkin | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2025 | Band 2 |Michael Stamer acts for a variety of clients, including noteholders, bondholders, creditors' committees and acquirers. He has notable experience advising on bankruptcy proceedings in the energy sector.2 Rachel StricklandFried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2025 | Band 2 |Rachel Strickland is noted for her expertise in bankruptcy matters, such as Chapter 11 proceedings and restructurings. She acts for a range of clients including bondholders, lenders and committees of mass tort claimants.2 Richard G MasonWachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2025 | Band 2 |Richard Mason is a distinguished lawyer that acts for debtors, lenders and creditors on restructuring matters relating to the energy sector, with additional experience in the aviation industry.2 Scott J Greenberg
Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2025 | Band 2 |Scott Greenberg offers strong expertise representing lenders in connection with Chapter 11 cases. He has significant experience acting on notable cases in the retail and pharmaceutical sectors.2 Scott K CharlesWachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2025 | Band 2 |Scott Charles acts for clients in bankruptcy matters including Chapter 11 proceedings and distressed M&A. He offers particular expertise in the retail sector.
Band 3
3 Brett H MillerWillkie Farr & Gallagher LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2025 | Band 3 |Brett Miller is recognized for his expertise acting on behalf of noteholders in Chapter 11 cases, with experience across the energy, retail, aviation and manufacturing sectors.3 Brian S HermannPaul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2025 | Band 3 |Brian Hermann enjoys a growing reputation in the market for his bankruptcy expertise. He routinely handles Chapter 11 cases and out-of-court restructurings for a variety of clients, including lenders, debtors and noteholders.3 Heather LennoxJones Day | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2025 | Band 3 |Heather Lennox regularly acts for both debtors and creditors on Chapter 11 cases, and her recent work includes matters in the energy and media industries. She also serves as the partner-in-charge of the Cleveland office.3 Laura Davis Jones
Pachulski Stang Ziehl & Jones LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2025 | Band 3 |Laura Davis Jones is regularly engaged to represent clients in high profile Chapter 11 proceedings, with significant experience in the retail and restaurant sectors, among others. She offers particular expertise in debtor-side representations.3 Lisa M Schweitzer
Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2025 | Band 3 |Lisa Schweitzer is a well-regarded practitioner who is noted for her impressive experience in complex cross-border issues, including Chapter 15 cases. She acts for clients from a variety of sectors, including retail and aviation.3 Paul Leake
Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2025 | Band 3 |Paul Leake acts for clients on both the debtor and creditor sides on matters across industries including healthcare, retail and media. He is adept at handling out-of-court restructurings as well as Chapter 11 proceedings and related transactions.3 Richard M PachulskiPachulski Stang Ziehl & Jones LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2025 | Band 3 |Richard Pachulski is sought after for his expertise acting on behalf of debtors in Chapter 11 proceedings. He also acts for investors, acquirers and creditors in restructurings and distressed M&A.
Band 4
4 Alice Belisle EatonPaul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2025 | Band 4 |Alice Belisle Eaton is a renowned practitioner for her representation of creditors and debtors in high profile Chapter 11 cases. She has recent experience advising clients in the energy and retail sectors.4 Brian M. ResnickDavis Polk & Wardwell LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2025 | Band 4 |Brian Resnick is sought after by noteholders and lenders for his experience handling Chapter 11 cases and municipal bankruptcies.4 Caroline RecklerLatham & Watkins LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2025 | Band 4 |Caroline Reckler acts for retail and energy clients, as part of a broad client base. She works on Chapter 11 restructuring and distressed M&A.4 David Meyer
Vinson & Elkins LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2025 | Band 4 |David Meyer has a standout profile in the energy and mining sector. He regularly handles Chapter 11 proceedings, out-of-court restructurings and distressed M&A.4 Elizabeth McColmPaul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2025 | Band 4 |Elizabeth McColm is highly regarded for her experience advising on a range of restructuring issues. She acts for clients from a variety of industries, such as the retail and energy sectors.4 Evan FleckMilbank LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2025 | Band 4 |Evan Fleck advises on Chapter 11 cases across a range of industries, such as retail and energy. He is adept at handling out-of-court restructurings and financings for a variety of clients including debtors, noteholders and creditors.4 Gregg M Galardi
Ropes & Gray LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2025 | Band 4 |Gregg Galardi is adept at handling bankruptcy matters for a range of clients, including creditors' committees, debtors and investors. He offers substantial experience in Chapter 11 proceedings and out-of-court restructurings across a variety of sectors, including retail and leisure and entertainment.4 James StangPachulski Stang Ziehl & Jones LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2025 | Band 4 |James Stang is nationally recognized for his representation of clients in high stakes Chapter 11 cases.4 Jayme GoldsteinPaul Hastings LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2025 | Band 4 |Jayme Goldstein acts for a broad array of clients including creditors' committees, lenders and noteholders in Chapter 11 cases and bankruptcy transactions. He has significant experience handling matters relating to the retail and oil and gas sectors.4 Jeffrey BjorkLatham & Watkins LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2025 | Band 4 |Jeffrey Bjork is experienced across both international and domestic bankruptcy matters, including out-of-court restructurings and Chapter 11 proceedings. He plays a role in notable bankruptcies with mass tort aspects as well as high-profile cases in the retail and pharmaceutical sectors.4 Margot Schonholtz
Linklaters | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2025 | Band 4 |Margot Schonholtz of Linklaters is an experienced practitioner who regularly acts for clients including banks, trustees and noteholders on an array of bankruptcy matters. She is adept at handling matters with cross-border elements as well as issues concerning the energy sector.4 Steven J Reisman
Katten | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2025 | Band 4 |Steven Reisman cochairs Katten's insolvency and restructuring practice and has recent experience in matters related to the energy and retail industries. He is also highly recommended for his expertise in representing independent directors in high-stakes bankruptcy proceedings.- Derek C AbbottMorris, Nichols, Arsht & Tunnell LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2025 | Band 4