Ranking tables
Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States | Global
USA
Rankings overview for Lawyers
Alan Denenberg Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP16 Years Ranked
Dan Webb Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP6 Years Ranked
Gregg A Noel Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates16 Years Ranked
Rezwan Pavri Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati7 Years Ranked
Richard A Kline Latham & Watkins LLP7 Years Ranked
Sarah K Solum Freshfields US LLP7 Years Ranked
Tad Freese Latham & Watkins LLP5 Years Ranked
William B Brentani Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP7 Years Ranked- Charlie KimCooley LLP
- David PeinsippCooley LLP
- Eric JensenCooley LLP
Allison Spinner Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati6 Years Ranked
Bradley Weber Goodwin6 Years Ranked
Emily Roberts Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP5 Years Ranked
John L Savva Sullivan & Cromwell LLP7 Years Ranked
Katharine A Martin Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati7 Years Ranked
Sarah P. Payne Sullivan & Cromwell LLP7 Years Ranked
Shayne Kennedy Latham & Watkins LLP7 Years Ranked
Steven B Stokdyk Latham & Watkins LLP7 Years Ranked
Stewart L McDowell Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP7 Years Ranked
Tony Jeffries Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati7 Years Ranked- Jon AvinaCooley LLP
Alison S Ressler Sullivan & Cromwell LLP15 Years Ranked- Brett Cooper Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP4 Years Ranked
Cheston Larson Latham & Watkins LLP7 Years Ranked
Erik Franks Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati6 Years Ranked
Heidi Mayon Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP4 Years Ranked- James Evans Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP5 Years Ranked
Michelle Gasaway Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates5 Years Ranked
Monica J Shilling Kirkland & Ellis LLP7 Years Ranked
Patrick S Brown Sullivan & Cromwell LLP7 Years Ranked- Pippa Bond Kirkland & Ellis LLP7 Years Ranked
Ryan A Murr Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP5 Years Ranked
Sarah Axtell Latham & Watkins LLP5 Years Ranked
Sharon R Flanagan Sidley Austin LLP7 Years Ranked- Gian-Michele a MarcaCooley LLP
- Jeffrey R VetterGunderson Dettmer Stough Villeneuve Franklin & Hachigian
- Robert A FreedmanFenwick
- Bill Hughes Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP4 Years Ranked
Calise Cheng Freshfields US LLP3 Years Ranked- Jeffrey T. Hartlin Paul Hastings LLP3 Years Ranked
Jonathan Ko Paul Hastings LLP1 Years Ranked
Jonie Kondracki Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati5 Years Ranked
Lewis Kneib Latham & Watkins LLP4 Years Ranked
Maggie L Wong Goodwin1 Years Ranked
Thomas J. Ivey Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates7 Years Ranked- Amanda RoseFenwick
- Denny WonCooley LLP
- John-Paul MotleyCooley LLP
- Julia ForbessFenwick
- Kristin VanderPasCooley LLP
- Ran Ben-TzurFenwick
- Julie Park Pillsbury1 Years Ranked
- Milson YuCooley LLP
All Lawyers profiles
Senior Statespeople

S Jeff Saper
Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2026 | Senior Statespeople | 23 Years RankedJeff Saper maintains a distinguished practice focused on securities transactions by technology and emerging growth companies. His expertise encompasses both issuer and underwriter representation.
S Larry W Sonsini
Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2026 | Senior Statespeople | 26 Years RankedLarry Sonsini's extensive knowledge of securities law makes him an asset to clients on the most complex capital markets transactions. He maintains a leading reputation for his seasoned counsel on debt offerings as well as IPOs and other equity transactions.
S Steven Bochner
Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2026 | Senior Statespeople | 8 Years RankedSteven Bochner has immense experience advising industry-leading companies and investment banks on the full panoply of capital markets matters.
Band 1

1 Alan Denenberg
Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2026 | Band 1 | 16 Years RankedAlan Denenberg impresses with his experience handling significant IPOs and other equity offerings, as well as high -profile debt transactions, ranging from high-yield bonds to convertible debt.
1 Dan Webb
Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2026 | Band 1 | 6 Years RankedDan Webb provides counsel to industry-leading clients on a wide range of capital markets matters. His transactional skill set encompasses public and private offerings of debt and equity, including IPOs.
1 Gregg A Noel
Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2026 | Band 1 | 16 Years RankedGregg Noel provides market-leading counsel on the thorniest capital markets transactions. His practice sees him representing global issuers and underwriters in traditional IPOs, and he has established himself as one of the foremost experts on SPACs.
1 Rezwan Pavri
Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2026 | Band 1 | 7 Years RankedRezwan Pavri has a wealth of experience assisting clients with a comprehensive range of capital markets matters. He dedicates a substantial portion of his practice to handling major IPOs in varied industries.
1 Richard A Kline
Latham & Watkins LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2026 | Band 1 | 7 Years RankedRichard Kline's capital markets practice covers both issuer and underwriter-side transactions, displaying particular strengths in handling IPOs by technology companies.
1 Sarah K Solum
Freshfields US LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2026 | Band 1 | 7 Years RankedSarah Solum of Freshfields has market-leading experience advising underwriters and companies on stock offerings and note issuances, including advising on convertible debt transactions.

1 Tad Freese
Latham & Watkins LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2026 | Band 1 | 5 Years RankedTad Freese is especially active in the technology market, advising banks and companies on their debt and equity transactions.
1 William B Brentani
Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2026 | Band 1 | 7 Years RankedDistinguished attorney William Brentani represents issuers, underwriters and private equity sponsors in a wide variety of debt and equity transactions. He is highly sought after for his expert counsel on transactions in diverse sectors, including healthcare, technology and retail.- Charlie KimCooley LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2026 | Band 1
- David PeinsippCooley LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2026 | Band 1
- Eric JensenCooley LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2026 | Band 1
Band 2

2 Allison Spinner
Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2026 | Band 2 | 6 Years RankedAllison Spinner displays strength in both issuer and underwriter representation on the full range of debt and equity offerings.
2 Bradley Weber
Goodwin | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2026 | Band 2 | 6 Years RankedBradley Weber demonstrates strength in capital markets matters and frequently represents companies and investment banks in complex securities transactions.
2 Emily Roberts
Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2026 | Band 2 | 5 Years RankedEmily Roberts is commended for her ability to advise household name issuers and high-profile underwriters on the full range of debt and equity transactions.
2 John L Savva
Sullivan & Cromwell LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2026 | Band 2 | 7 Years RankedJohn Savva is recommended for his expert counsel on public and private offerings of debt and equity. He is experienced in a broad array of sectors, including technology, healthcare and life sciences.
2 Katharine A Martin
Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2026 | Band 2 | 7 Years RankedKatharine Martin stands out for her ability to handle a range of complex capital markets transactions. She is especially gifted at handling significant equity offerings, including IPOs and private investments, on behalf of issuers, sponsors and investment banks.

2 Sarah P. Payne
Sullivan & Cromwell LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2026 | Band 2 | 7 Years RankedSarah Payne is recognized for her extensive capabilities on wide-ranging capital markets matters. She is particularly skilled at advising on IPOs and secondary offerings.
2 Shayne Kennedy
Latham & Watkins LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2026 | Band 2 | 7 Years RankedShayne Kennedy impresses clients with his ability to handle complex debt and equity securities offerings. He is particularly experienced at advising on IPOs in the life sciences and technology industries.
2 Steven B Stokdyk
Latham & Watkins LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2026 | Band 2 | 7 Years RankedSteven Stokdyk is a distinguished figure in the California legal market. He focuses his practice on the representation of issuers and underwriters in transactional securities matters, such as IPOs and debt offerings.
2 Stewart L McDowell
Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2026 | Band 2 | 7 Years RankedStewart McDowell's capital markets expertise encompasses the representation of issuers and underwriters on the full range of equity and debt offerings.
2 Tony Jeffries
Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2026 | Band 2 | 7 Years RankedTony Jeffries is highly regarded for his advice on capital markets transactions. He is best known for his representation of technology companies and their underwriters, on diverse securities offerings.
- Jon AvinaCooley LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2026 | Band 2
Band 3

3 Alison S Ressler
Sullivan & Cromwell LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2026 | Band 3 | 15 Years RankedAlison Ressler centers her practice on capital markets transactions, with an emphasis on debt and equity-based securities offerings. Her expertise in securities law is complemented by a wider M&A and private equity-based skill set.3 Brett Cooper
Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2026 | Band 3 | 4 Years RankedBrett Cooper of Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe is noted for his experience in securities law. His expertise covers equity financing, debt offerings and SPAC transactions.

3 Cheston Larson
Latham & Watkins LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2026 | Band 3 | 7 Years RankedCheston Larson maintains a robust practice, which sees him advising issuing companies, and their underwriters, on diverse capital markets transactions. He is notably adept at providing counsel to organizations in the pharmaceutical sector.
3 Erik Franks
Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2026 | Band 3 | 6 Years RankedErik Franks has an impressive practice that sees him advise some of the best-known technology companies and investment banks on major offerings of debt and equity, including convertible debt.
3 Heidi Mayon
Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2026 | Band 3 | 4 Years RankedHeidi Mayon boasts notable experience of handling significant IPOs. Her clients stem from a broad range of industries including the technology and energy sectors.3 James Evans
Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2026 | Band 3 | 5 Years RankedJames Evans is particularly skilled at handling debt and equity transactions, with significant experience including advising technology companies on their IPOs.
3 Michelle Gasaway
Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2026 | Band 3 | 5 Years RankedMichelle Gasaway has a comprehensive debt and equity practice, with notable capabilities in guiding clients through their IPOs, including advising special purpose acquisition companies on going public.
3 Monica J ShillingKirkland & Ellis LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2026 | Band 3 | 7 Years RankedMonica Shilling is noted for her expertise in capital markets law. Her experience includes handling major IPOs, follow-on offerings and investment-grade debt transactions.
3 Patrick S Brown
Sullivan & Cromwell LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2026 | Band 3 | 7 Years RankedPatrick Brown regularly acts for major investment banks and corporations in a wide variety of sectors, including technology, healthcare and real estate.3 Pippa BondKirkland & Ellis LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2026 | Band 3 | 7 Years RankedPippa Bond is highly commended for her work advising issuers and underwriters on the full range of debt and equity securities offerings.
3 Ryan A Murr
Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2026 | Band 3 | 5 Years RankedRyan Murr is able to advise on a variety of securities offerings and business transactions, with a focus on the life sciences and technology sectors.
3 Sarah Axtell
Latham & Watkins LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2026 | Band 3 | 5 Years RankedSarah Axtell handles the full range of capital markets transactions, with clients including companies in the technology market and major investment banks.
3 Sharon R Flanagan
Sidley Austin LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2026 | Band 3 | 7 Years RankedSharon Flanagan focuses her practice on securities offerings in the technology and life sciences industries. She frequently represents issuers and underwriters in IPOs and other equity offerings, as well as various debt issuances.- Gian-Michele a MarcaCooley LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2026 | Band 3
- Jeffrey R VetterGunderson Dettmer Stough Villeneuve Franklin & Hachigian | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2026 | Band 3
- Robert A FreedmanFenwick | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2026 | Band 3
Band 4
4 Bill Hughes
Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2026 | Band 4 | 4 Years RankedBill Hughes advises on an array of debt and equity offerings. His client base includes both public and private companies.
4 Calise Cheng
Freshfields US LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2026 | Band 4 | 3 Years RankedCalise Cheng is adept on matters across the spectrum of debt and equity, with a particular expertise in advising issuers on equity offerings.
4 Jeffrey T. Hartlin
Paul Hastings LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2026 | Band 4 | 3 Years RankedJeffrey Hartlin has notable experience advising clients in the biopharmaceutical industry on IPOs and debt offerings, among other issues.
4 Jonathan Ko
Paul Hastings LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2026 | Band 4 | 1 Years RankedJonathan Ko is a Los Angeles based partner in the Securities and Capital Markets practice. He has experience handling IPOs alongside debt and equity work for both issuer and underwriter clients.

4 Jonie Kondracki
Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2026 | Band 4 | 5 Years RankedJonie Kondracki is often called upon by clients in the life sciences and technology markets for her advice on debt and equity transactions.
4 Lewis Kneib
Latham & Watkins LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2026 | Band 4 | 4 Years RankedCochair of the LA and Century City corporate department, Lewis Kneib has considerable strength in the capital markets space. He is adept at handling transactions in the hospitality and real estate sectors.
4 Maggie L Wong
Goodwin | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2026 | Band 4 | 1 Years RankedMaggie Wong is noted for her experience in life sciences work and is a partner in Goodwin's life sciences group. She has experience handling issuer side representations for clients in this field.

4 Thomas J. Ivey
Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2026 | Band 4 | 7 Years RankedThomas Ivey represents a broad client base, including financial advisers, investment banks and companies in the technology industry, on a diverse array of capital markets matters.- Amanda RoseFenwick | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2026 | Band 4
- Denny WonCooley LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2026 | Band 4
- John-Paul MotleyCooley LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2026 | Band 4
- Julia ForbessFenwick | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2026 | Band 4
- Kristin VanderPasCooley LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2026 | Band 4
- Ran Ben-TzurFenwick | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2026 | Band 4
Up and Coming
U Julie Park
Pillsbury | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2026 | Up and Coming | 1 Years RankedJulie Park of Pillsbury gathers praise for her work adivisng companies on capital raises of various kinds. She has experience handling both equity and debt issuances for a range of clients including those in the BioTech sphere.
- Milson YuCooley LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States2026 | Up and Coming