Ranking tables
Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Central United States | USA
USA - Nationwide
Rankings overview for Lawyers
Senior Statespeople
Band 1
- David Oelman Vinson & Elkins LLP20 Years Ranked
- Douglas E McWilliams Vinson & Elkins LLP10 Years Ranked
- Hillary H. Holmes Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP11 Years Ranked
- J Michael Chambers Latham & Watkins LLP11 Years Ranked
- Joshua Davidson Baker Botts L.L.P.21 Years Ranked
- Matthew Pacey Kirkland & Ellis LLP6 Years Ranked
- Michael O'Leary Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP21 Years Ranked
- Ryan Maierson Latham & Watkins LLP7 Years Ranked
Band 2
- David Buck Sidley Austin LLP15 Years Ranked
- Douglass M Rayburn Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP10 Years Ranked
- Julian J. Seiguer Kirkland & Ellis LLP4 Years Ranked
- Ramey Layne Vinson & Elkins LLP8 Years Ranked
- Sarah Morgan Vinson & Elkins LLP3 Years Ranked
- Sean T Wheeler Kirkland & Ellis LLP11 Years Ranked
Band 3
- A.J. Ericksen White & Case LLP3 Years Ranked
- Brian Rosenzweig Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP3 Years Ranked
- David Miller Latham & Watkins LLP2 Years Ranked
- Debbie Yee Kirkland & Ellis LLP3 Years Ranked
- George Vlahakos Sidley Austin LLP3 Years Ranked
- Gerald Spedale Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP4 Years Ranked
- Jason Rocha White & Case LLP2 Years Ranked
- John Goodgame Akin11 Years Ranked
- John Greer Latham & Watkins LLP3 Years Ranked
- Michael S Telle Vinson & Elkins LLP14 Years Ranked
- Mollie Duckworth Latham & Watkins LLP3 Years Ranked
Band 4
All Lawyers profiles
Senior Statespeople
S T Mark KellyVinson & Elkins LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Central United States2023 | Senior Statespeople | 21 Years RankedMark Kelly provides market-leading representation to issuers and underwriters on the full span of capital markets matters.S William N Finnegan IVLatham & Watkins LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Central United States2023 | Senior Statespeople | 19 Years RankedWilliam Finnegan continues to garner praise for his longstanding securities law practice. His work encompasses the comprehensive range of transactions, including high-value debt offerings, IPOs, follow-ons, and related financings.
Band 1
1 David OelmanVinson & Elkins LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Central United States2023 | Band 1 | 20 Years RankedDavid Oelman acts for clients in a range of capital markets matters, with an emphasis on IPOs. He brings to bear significant experience in diverse industries, including energy, biotechnology and construction.1 Douglas E McWilliamsVinson & Elkins LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Central United States2023 | Band 1 | 10 Years RankedDouglas McWilliams' practice sees him at the service of issuers and underwriters on major offerings of debt and equity, with noteworthy experience in energy IPOs.1 Hillary H. HolmesGibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Central United States2023 | Band 1 | 11 Years RankedHillary Holmes is a highly regarded figure in the Texas market who advises on a broad array of capital markets transactions.1 J Michael ChambersLatham & Watkins LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Central United States2023 | Band 1 | 11 Years RankedMichael Chambers is widely respected for his capital markets practice, offering market-leading expertise in high-yield and investment grade debt issuances.1 Joshua DavidsonBaker Botts L.L.P. | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Central United States2023 | Band 1 | 21 Years RankedCapital markets expert Joshua Davidson is respected for the depth of his expertise in many industries, including renewable energy and midstream oil and gas.1 Matthew PaceyKirkland & Ellis LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Central United States2023 | Band 1 | 6 Years RankedMatthew Pacey is a highly regarded capital markets attorney able to assist clients, both on the issuer and underwriter side, on a range of varied and complex securities transactions.1 Michael O'LearyHunton Andrews Kurth LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Central United States2023 | Band 1 | 21 Years RankedMichael O'Leary is respected for his broad-ranging expertise in securities law. His diverse practice encompasses the representation of energy companies and investment banks in debt transactions, as well as equity offerings, such as IPOs.1 Ryan MaiersonLatham & Watkins LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Central United States2023 | Band 1 | 7 Years RankedRyan Maierson's broad capital markets practice runs the full gamut of debt and equity securities offerings. He often represents issuers, underwriters and private equity sponsors, with a particular focus on transactions in energy industry.
Band 2
2 David BuckSidley Austin LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Central United States2023 | Band 2 | 15 Years RankedDavid Buck's broad practice encompasses the representation of investment banks and issuers in debt transactions, as well as complex IPOs and other equity matters.2 Douglass M RayburnGibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Central United States2023 | Band 2 | 10 Years RankedDouglass Rayburn is a well-regarded capital markets practitioner, recognized for his strength in a wide range of transactional matters, including IPOs and high-yield debt offerings.2 Julian J. SeiguerKirkland & Ellis LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Central United States2023 | Band 2 | 4 Years RankedJulian Seiguer is particularly experienced in the energy industry and regularly advises on sector-related equity offerings, including IPOs. He also comes recommended for his knowledge of debt issuances.2 Ramey LayneVinson & Elkins LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Central United States2023 | Band 2 | 8 Years RankedRamey Layne dedicates his practice to the representation of issuers and underwriters on the complete spectrum of debt and equity offerings. He is highlighted for his specialist experience advising MLPs and SPACs.2 Sarah MorganVinson & Elkins LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Central United States2023 | Band 2 | 3 Years RankedSarah Morgan is an experienced adviser to companies and underwriters, with capabilities spanning both debt and equity transactions, including IPOs.2 Sean T WheelerKirkland & Ellis LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Central United States2023 | Band 2 | 11 Years RankedSean Wheeler is regularly sought out to handle major IPOs, follow-on equity offerings and debt transactions on behalf of issuers and investment banks. He is particularly experienced at advising on securities deals connected with the energy industry.
Band 3
3 A.J. EricksenWhite & Case LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Central United States2023 | Band 3 | 3 Years RankedA.J. Ericksen comes recommended for his capital markets practice, which sees him advise a range of issuers to underwriters in debt and equity transactions.3 Brian RosenzweigSimpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Central United States2023 | Band 3 | 3 Years RankedBrian Rosenzweig earns market attention for his in-depth knowledge of high-yield debt.3 David MillerLatham & Watkins LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Central United States2023 | Band 3 | 2 Years Ranked"David isn't just an excellent lawyer, but he has great interpersonal skills. He knows how to command a room, but has great demeanor."3 Debbie YeeKirkland & Ellis LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Central United States2023 | Band 3 | 3 Years RankedDebbie Yee brings capital markets experience to the firm, with knowledge of debt and equity transactions, and she particularly stands out for her busy IPO practice.3 George VlahakosSidley Austin LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Central United States2023 | Band 3 | 3 Years RankedGeorge Vlahakos enjoys a strong reputation for his capital markets capabilities in the energy sector, with key clients including MLPs.3 Gerald SpedaleGibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Central United States2023 | Band 3 | 4 Years RankedGerald Spedale is noted for his skillful representation of clients in capital markets transactions connected with the energy industry.3 Jason RochaWhite & Case LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Central United States2023 | Band 3 | 2 Years RankedJason Rocha is sought out by both issuers and investment banks, regularly advising on a variety of debt and equity offerings.3 John GoodgameAkin | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Central United States2023 | Band 3 | 11 Years RankedJohn Goodgame is particularly known for his representation of energy companies in extensive debt and equity offerings.3 John GreerLatham & Watkins LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Central United States2023 | Band 3 | 3 Years RankedJohn Greer has experience in debt and equity transactions across a range of industries, with a particular strength in the energy sector.3 Michael S TelleVinson & Elkins LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Central United States2023 | Band 3 | 14 Years RankedMichael Telle is regularly chosen by clients for his expert counsel on a broad range of public and private financing transactions. He is best known for his capital markets work in the energy industry, where he handles all kinds of debt and equity offerings.3 Mollie DuckworthLatham & Watkins LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Central United States2023 | Band 3 | 3 Years RankedPartner in charge in Austin, Mollie Duckworth is a popular choice for clients in the energy industry seeking guidance on debt and equity offerings.
Band 4
4 David StoneVinson & Elkins LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Central United States2023 | Band 4 | 1 Years RankedDavid Stone is a popular choice for oil and gas companies involved with a range of debt offerings. He has notable experience of providing counsel on high-yield debt transactions.4 Jeffrey A ChapmanGibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Central United States2023 | Band 4 | 18 Years RankedJeffrey Chapman is highlighted for his skill in representing private and public companies and private equity sponsors in diverse securities transactions. His substantial expertise in capital markets law emerges as part of a wider M&A practice.4 Nick DhesiLatham & Watkins LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Central United States2023 | Band 4 | 1 Years RankedNick Dhesi has extensive experience advising clients on a range of capital markets transactions including IPOs, high-yield debt offerings and preferred financings.4 Taylor LandryShearman & Sterling LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Central United States2023 | Band 4 | 1 Years RankedTaylor Landry has a growing reputation for his work representing MLPs and public and private companies. He has notable experience of providing counsel on complex IPOs.4 Troy HarderBracewell LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Central United States2023 | Band 4 | 1 Years RankedTroy Harder is recognized for a robust capital markets practice representing issuers and underwriters on a wide range of matters, including IPOs and public and private debt offerings.4 Will BurnsPaul Hastings | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Central United States2023 | Band 4 | 1 Years RankedWill Burns represents clients in a range of capital markets transactions including debt and equity offerings, SPAC transactions and high-yield offerings.
Up and Coming
U Carina AntweilBaker Botts L.L.P. | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Central United States2023 | Up and Coming | 1 Years RankedCarina Antweil acts for both issuers and underwriters across a range of debt and equity transactions. She is adept at counseling clients on initial and secondary public offerings.U Cynthia MabryGibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Central United States2023 | Up and Coming | 3 Years RankedCynthia Mabry is an adept debt and equity practitioner who garners recognition for her representation of issuers and underwriters in capital markets transactions.U Trevor J. LavelleClifford Chance US LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Central United States2023 | Up and Coming | 2 Years RankedTrevor Lavelle is highlighted for his expertise in debt capital markets, particularly matters pertaining to high-yield debt.