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Bankruptcy/Restructuring | USA

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The focus is on corporate bankruptcy and restructuring and the legal processes related to distressed businesses, which can either be reorganized or go into liquidation. Also, especially in the current economic environment, the chapter includes lawyers who advise on acquisition opportunities that arise out of distressed businesses. Lawyers in this chapter assist clients such as corporate debtors, investors and asset purchasers, secured and unsecured creditors and creditors` committees, bondholders, insurers, directors of distressed companies and any other interested parties in corporate restructurings and bankruptcy proceedings. In addition to transactional work, bankruptcy also covers any related litigation, such as disputes between such parties in connection with distressed companies and Chapter 11 and Chapter 7 processes.

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Matthew A Feldman Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP23 Years Ranked

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Senior Statespeople

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Bruce S Bennett
Jones Day | Bankruptcy/Restructuring
2025 | Senior Statespeople | 21 Years Ranked
Bruce Bennett routinely acts for clients including shareholders, lenders, creditors and bondholders, and offers significant experience in Chapter 9 and Chapter 11 proceedings.
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Corinne Ball
Jones Day | Bankruptcy/Restructuring
2025 | Senior Statespeople | 23 Years Ranked
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.
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Donald S Bernstein
Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring
2025 | Senior Statespeople | 23 Years Ranked
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.
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Thomas Moers Mayer
HSF Kramer | Bankruptcy/Restructuring
2025 | Senior Statespeople | 22 Years Ranked
Thomas Mayer wins praise from all corners of the market for his expertise in complex bankruptcy matters. He is adept at handling both Chapter 9 and 11 proceedings.
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Eminent Practitioners

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Matthew A Feldman
Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring
2025 | Eminent Practitioners | 23 Years Ranked
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.
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Band 1

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Andrew Rosenberg
Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring
2025 | Band 1 | 18 Years Ranked
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.
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Damian S Schaible
Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring
2025 | Band 1 | 15 Years Ranked
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.
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Dennis Dunne
Milbank LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring
2025 | Band 1 | 22 Years Ranked
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.
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Edward O Sassower
Kirkland & Ellis LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring
2025 | Band 1 | 14 Years Ranked
Edward Sassower enjoys a leading reputation for his bankruptcy practice, advising debtors on matters such as Chapter 11 proceedings and out-of-court restructurings. His broad client base includes a number of significant corporations in the retail sector.
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Ira S Dizengoff
Akin | Bankruptcy/Restructuring
2025 | Band 1 | 18 Years Ranked
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.
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James L Bromley
Sullivan & Cromwell LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring
2025 | Band 1 | 21 Years Ranked
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.
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Joshua A Sussberg
Kirkland & Ellis LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring
2025 | Band 1 | 15 Years Ranked
Joshua Sussberg is known for his skilled handling of high profile bankruptcy proceedings. He routinely advises on Chapter 11 proceedings and offers notable expertise in acting for clients in the retail sector.
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Kenneth H Eckstein
HSF Kramer | Bankruptcy/Restructuring
2025 | Band 1 | 23 Years Ranked
Kenneth Eckstein advises clients on both the debtor and creditor sides of bankruptcy matters. His longstanding experience spans Chapter 11 proceedings, out-of-court restructurings and litigation. He has recently advised on matters in the pharmaceutical, energy and retail sectors.
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Kristopher M Hansen
Paul Hastings LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring
2025 | Band 1 | 18 Years Ranked
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.
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Marshall S Huebner
Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring
2025 | Band 1 | 22 Years Ranked
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.
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Martin J Bienenstock
Proskauer Rose LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring
2025 | Band 1 | 23 Years Ranked
Martin Bienenstock comes recommended for his extensive experience in bankruptcy matters.
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Paul M Basta
Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring
2025 | Band 1 | 20 Years Ranked
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.
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Ray Schrock
Latham & Watkins LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring
2025 | Band 1 | 11 Years Ranked
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.
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Scott J Greenberg
Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring
2025 | Band 1 | 9 Years Ranked
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.
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Susheel Kirpalani
Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring
2025 | Band 1 | 22 Years Ranked
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.
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Thomas Lauria
White & Case LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring
2025 | Band 1 | 21 Years Ranked
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.
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Band 2

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Andrew G Dietderich
Sullivan & Cromwell LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring
2025 | Band 2 | 16 Years Ranked
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.
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Brett H Miller
Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring
2025 | Band 2 | 15 Years Ranked
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.
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Brian S Hermann
Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring
2025 | Band 2 | 16 Years Ranked
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.
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Gary T Holtzer
Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring
2025 | Band 2 | 15 Years Ranked
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.
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George A Davis
Latham & Watkins LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring
2025 | Band 2 | 21 Years Ranked
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.
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Matt Barr
Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring
2025 | Band 2 | 18 Years Ranked
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.
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Michael L Tuchin
KTBS Law LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring
2025 | Band 2 | 23 Years Ranked
Michael Tuchin is sought after by clients for his broad expertise, with recent work including litigation and Chapter 11 cases.
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Michael S Stamer
Akin | Bankruptcy/Restructuring
2025 | Band 2 | 19 Years Ranked
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.
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Paul Leake
Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates | Bankruptcy/Restructuring
2025 | Band 2 | 21 Years Ranked
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.
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Rachel Strickland
Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring
2025 | Band 2 | 17 Years Ranked
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.
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Richard G Mason
Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz | Bankruptcy/Restructuring
2025 | Band 2 | 23 Years Ranked
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.
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Robert J Stark
Brown Rudnick LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring
2025 | Band 2 | 17 Years Ranked
Robert Stark acts for clients in Chapter 11 cases and other restructuring matters across industries including oil and gas, energy and pharmaceuticals. He is recognized in the market for his strong creditor-side practice.
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Scott K Charles
Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz | Bankruptcy/Restructuring
2025 | Band 2 | 22 Years Ranked
Scott Charles acts for clients in bankruptcy matters including Chapter 11 proceedings and distressed M&A. He offers particular expertise in the retail sector.
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Steven J Reisman
Katten | Bankruptcy/Restructuring
2025 | Band 2 | 20 Years Ranked
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.
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Band 3

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Adam C Harris
McDermott Will & Schulte | Bankruptcy/Restructuring
2025 | Band 3 | 23 Years Ranked
Adam Harris is highly experienced in representing lenders and debtors in a range of matters, including Chapter 11 cases and workouts. He offers particular expertise acting for financial institutions and investment funds, including alternative investors.
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Alice Belisle Eaton
Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring
2025 | Band 3 | 11 Years Ranked
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.
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Anup Sathy
Kirkland & Ellis | Bankruptcy/Restructuring
2025 | Band 3 | 21 Years Ranked
Anup Sathy has experience handling matters across a range of industries, including the retail, energy, automotive and media sectors. His practice spans restructurings, workouts, bankruptcies and distressed M&A.
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Brian M. Resnick
Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring
2025 | Band 3 | 14 Years Ranked
Brian Resnick is sought after by noteholders and lenders for his experience handling Chapter 11 cases and municipal bankruptcies.
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Evan Fleck
Milbank LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring
2025 | Band 3 | 13 Years Ranked
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.
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Heather Lennox
Jones Day | Bankruptcy/Restructuring
2025 | Band 3 | 21 Years Ranked
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.
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Jayme Goldstein
Paul Hastings LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring
2025 | Band 3 | 9 Years Ranked
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.
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Jeffrey Bjork
Latham & Watkins LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring
2025 | Band 3 | 16 Years Ranked
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.
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Laura Davis Jones
Pachulski Stang Ziehl & Jones LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring
2025 | Band 3 | 23 Years Ranked
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.
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Lisa M Schweitzer
Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring
2025 | Band 3 | 16 Years Ranked
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.
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Louis R Strubeck
O'Melveny & Myers LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring
2025 | Band 3 | 23 Years Ranked
Louis Strubeck provides notable expertise in Chapter 11 cases, with recent experience in both the energy and telecommunications sectors.
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Nicole L Greenblatt
Kirkland & Ellis LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring
2025 | Band 3 | 12 Years Ranked
Nicole Greenblatt has a growing national reputation for her handling of domestic and international bankruptcy matters. She regularly represents debtors in Chapter 11 proceedings, and offers recent experience in the healthcare sector.
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Patrick J Nash, Jr
Kirkland & Ellis | Bankruptcy/Restructuring
2025 | Band 3 | 13 Years Ranked
Patrick Nash is regularly called upon to assist clients with a range of matters, including restructurings, distressed M&A and financing issues.
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Richard M Pachulski
Pachulski Stang Ziehl & Jones LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring
2025 | Band 3 | 23 Years Ranked
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.
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Timothy Graulich
Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring
2025 | Band 3 | 11 Years Ranked
Tim Graulich is a standout restructuring partner with a broad practice. He heads the firm's cross-border restructuring group.
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Band 4

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Caroline Reckler
Latham & Watkins LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring
2025 | Band 4 | 9 Years Ranked
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.
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David Meyer
Vinson & Elkins LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring
2025 | Band 4 | 5 Years Ranked
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.
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Derek C Abbott
Morris, Nichols, Arsht & Tunnell LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring
2025 | Band 4 | 20 Years Ranked
Derek Abbott is a foremost bankruptcy practitioner whose practice exhibits strength advising clients in significant Chapter 11 cases.
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Elizabeth McColm
Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring
2025 | Band 4 | 7 Years Ranked
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.
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Gregg M Galardi
Ropes & Gray LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring
2025 | Band 4 | 23 Years Ranked
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.
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James Stang
Pachulski Stang Ziehl & Jones LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring
2025 | Band 4 | 10 Years Ranked
James Stang is nationally recognized for his representation of clients in high stakes Chapter 11 cases.
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Jessica C. Lauria
White & Case LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring
2025 | Band 4 | 8 Years Ranked
Jessica Lauria is standout restructuring expert whose practice is well-versed in an array of in- and out-of-court matters.
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John J Rapisardi
O'Melveny & Myers LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring
2025 | Band 4 | 21 Years Ranked
John Rapisardi is recognized for his representation of the Puerto Rico Fiscal Agency and Financial Advisory Authority in relation to its restructuring. He also regularly acts for creditors and debtors on complex bankruptcy matters, as well as serving as the firm's global chair of restructuring.
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Kelley Cornish
Selendy Gay PLLC | Bankruptcy/Restructuring
2025 | Band 4 | 15 Years Ranked
Kelley Cornish acts for clients including debtors, lenders and boards of directors, with recent experience in the retail and automotive industries. She offers notable expertise in Chapter 11 proceedings.
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Margot Schonholtz
Linklaters | Bankruptcy/Restructuring
2025 | Band 4 | 23 Years Ranked
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.
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Paul Steven Singerman
Berger Singerman | Bankruptcy/Restructuring
2025 | Band 4 | 23 Years Ranked
Paul Singerman of Berger Singerman offers broad experience in bankruptcy matters, including Chapter 7 and 11 cases, across a wide range of sectors.
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Ryan Dahl
Latham & Watkins LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring
2025 | Band 4 | 3 Years Ranked
Ryan Dahl offers clients leading expertise in distressed M&A and Chapter 11 cases, among other matters.
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Thomas Walper
Munger, Tolles & Olson LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring
2025 | Band 4 | 14 Years Ranked
Thomas Walper of Munger Tolles is recognized for his skilled handling of restructuring matters. He acts for notable clients in the entertainment, retail and technology sectors.
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Bankruptcy/Restructuring | USA

USA - Nationwide