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Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States | Global

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The Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States rankings table below has been designed to provide the most in-depth insights and reviews of the top ranked lawyers and law firms. The firms included in our rankings have been recommended by in-house counsel, other third-party experts and private practice lawyers. Our comprehensive research ensures you have all the information needed when looking to purchase legal services across USA.

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  1. Julie Park Pillsbury1 Years Ranked
  2. Milson YuCooley LLP

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Senior Statespeople

  1. Jeff Saper
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    Jeff Saper
    Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati
    Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2026 | Senior Statespeople | 23 Years Ranked
    Jeff Saper maintains a distinguished practice focused on securities transactions by technology and emerging growth companies. His expertise encompasses both issuer and underwriter representation.
  2. Larry W Sonsini
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    Larry W Sonsini
    Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati
    Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2026 | Senior Statespeople | 26 Years Ranked
    Larry 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.
  3. Steven Bochner
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    Steven Bochner
    Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati
    Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2026 | Senior Statespeople | 8 Years Ranked
    Steven Bochner has immense experience advising industry-leading companies and investment banks on the full panoply of capital markets matters.
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Band 1

  1. Alan Denenberg
    1
    Alan Denenberg
    Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP
    Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2026 | Band 1 | 16 Years Ranked
    Alan 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.
  2. Dan Webb
    1
    Dan Webb
    Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP
    Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2026 | Band 1 | 6 Years Ranked
    Dan 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.
  3. Gregg A Noel
    1
    Gregg A Noel
    Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates
    Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2026 | Band 1 | 16 Years Ranked
    Gregg 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.
  4. Rezwan Pavri
    1
    Rezwan Pavri
    Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati
    Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2026 | Band 1 | 7 Years Ranked
    Rezwan 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.
  5. Richard A Kline
    1
    Richard A Kline
    Latham & Watkins LLP
    Latham & Watkins LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2026 | Band 1 | 7 Years Ranked
    Richard Kline's capital markets practice covers both issuer and underwriter-side transactions, displaying particular strengths in handling IPOs by technology companies.
  6. Sarah K Solum
    1
    Sarah K Solum
    Freshfields US LLP
    Freshfields US LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2026 | Band 1 | 7 Years Ranked

    Sarah Solum of Freshfields has market-leading experience advising underwriters and companies on stock offerings and note issuances, including advising on convertible debt transactions.

  7. Tad Freese
    1
    Tad Freese
    Latham & Watkins LLP
    Latham & Watkins LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2026 | Band 1 | 5 Years Ranked
    Tad Freese is especially active in the technology market, advising banks and companies on their debt and equity transactions.
  8. William B Brentani
    1
    William B Brentani
    Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP
    Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2026 | Band 1 | 7 Years Ranked
    Distinguished 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.
  9. Charlie Kim
    Cooley LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2026 | Band 1
  10. David Peinsipp
    Cooley LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2026 | Band 1
  11. Eric Jensen
    Cooley LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2026 | Band 1
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Band 2

  1. Allison Spinner
    2
    Allison Spinner
    Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati
    Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2026 | Band 2 | 6 Years Ranked
    Allison Spinner displays strength in both issuer and underwriter representation on the full range of debt and equity offerings.
  2. Bradley Weber
    2
    Bradley Weber
    Goodwin
    Goodwin | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2026 | Band 2 | 6 Years Ranked
    Bradley Weber demonstrates strength in capital markets matters and frequently represents companies and investment banks in complex securities transactions.
  3. Emily Roberts
    2
    Emily Roberts
    Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP
    Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2026 | Band 2 | 5 Years Ranked
    Emily Roberts is commended for her ability to advise household name issuers and high-profile underwriters on the full range of debt and equity transactions.
  4. John L Savva
    2
    John L Savva
    Sullivan & Cromwell LLP
    Sullivan & Cromwell LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2026 | Band 2 | 7 Years Ranked
    John 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.
  5. Katharine A Martin
    2
    Katharine A Martin
    Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati
    Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2026 | Band 2 | 7 Years Ranked

    Katharine 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.

  6. Sarah P. Payne
    2
    Sarah P. Payne
    Sullivan & Cromwell LLP
    Sullivan & Cromwell LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2026 | Band 2 | 7 Years Ranked
    Sarah Payne is recognized for her extensive capabilities on wide-ranging capital markets matters. She is particularly skilled at advising on IPOs and secondary offerings.
  7. Shayne Kennedy
    2
    Shayne Kennedy
    Latham & Watkins LLP
    Latham & Watkins LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2026 | Band 2 | 7 Years Ranked
    Shayne 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.
  8. Steven B Stokdyk
    2
    Steven B Stokdyk
    Latham & Watkins LLP
    Latham & Watkins LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2026 | Band 2 | 7 Years Ranked
    Steven 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.
  9. Stewart L McDowell
    2
    Stewart L McDowell
    Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP
    Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2026 | Band 2 | 7 Years Ranked
    Stewart McDowell's capital markets expertise encompasses the representation of issuers and underwriters on the full range of equity and debt offerings.
  10. Tony Jeffries
    2
    Tony Jeffries
    Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati
    Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2026 | Band 2 | 7 Years Ranked

    Tony 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.

  11. Jon Avina
    Cooley LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2026 | Band 2
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Band 3

  1. Alison S Ressler
    3
    Alison S Ressler
    Sullivan & Cromwell LLP
    Sullivan & Cromwell LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2026 | Band 3 | 15 Years Ranked
    Alison 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.
  2. 3
    Brett Cooper
    Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP
    Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2026 | Band 3 | 4 Years Ranked

    Brett 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
    3
    Cheston Larson
    Latham & Watkins LLP
    Latham & Watkins LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2026 | Band 3 | 7 Years Ranked
    Cheston 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.
  4. Erik Franks
    3
    Erik Franks
    Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati
    Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2026 | Band 3 | 6 Years Ranked
    Erik 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.
  5. Heidi Mayon
    3
    Heidi Mayon
    Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP
    Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2026 | Band 3 | 4 Years Ranked
    Heidi Mayon boasts notable experience of handling significant IPOs. Her clients stem from a broad range of industries including the technology and energy sectors.
  6. 3
    James Evans
    Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP
    Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2026 | Band 3 | 5 Years Ranked
    James Evans is particularly skilled at handling debt and equity transactions, with significant experience including advising technology companies on their IPOs.
  7. Michelle Gasaway
    3
    Michelle Gasaway
    Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates
    Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2026 | Band 3 | 5 Years Ranked
    Michelle 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.
  8. Monica J Shilling
    3
    Monica J Shilling
    Kirkland & Ellis LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2026 | Band 3 | 7 Years Ranked
    Monica Shilling is noted for her expertise in capital markets law. Her experience includes handling major IPOs, follow-on offerings and investment-grade debt transactions.
  9. Patrick S Brown
    3
    Patrick S Brown
    Sullivan & Cromwell LLP
    Sullivan & Cromwell LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2026 | Band 3 | 7 Years Ranked
    Patrick Brown regularly acts for major investment banks and corporations in a wide variety of sectors, including technology, healthcare and real estate.
  10. 3
    Pippa Bond
    Kirkland & Ellis LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2026 | Band 3 | 7 Years Ranked
    Pippa Bond is highly commended for her work advising issuers and underwriters on the full range of debt and equity securities offerings.
  11. Ryan A Murr
    3
    Ryan A Murr
    Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP
    Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2026 | Band 3 | 5 Years Ranked
    Ryan Murr is able to advise on a variety of securities offerings and business transactions, with a focus on the life sciences and technology sectors.
  12. Sarah Axtell
    3
    Sarah Axtell
    Latham & Watkins LLP
    Latham & Watkins LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2026 | Band 3 | 5 Years Ranked
    Sarah Axtell handles the full range of capital markets transactions, with clients including companies in the technology market and major investment banks.
  13. Sharon R Flanagan
    3
    Sharon R Flanagan
    Sidley Austin LLP
    Sidley Austin LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2026 | Band 3 | 7 Years Ranked
    Sharon 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.
  14. Gian-Michele a Marca
    Cooley LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2026 | Band 3
  15. Jeffrey R Vetter
    Gunderson Dettmer Stough Villeneuve Franklin & Hachigian | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2026 | Band 3
  16. Robert A Freedman
    Fenwick | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2026 | Band 3
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Band 4

  1. 4
    Bill Hughes
    Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP
    Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2026 | Band 4 | 4 Years Ranked
    Bill Hughes advises on an array of debt and equity offerings. His client base includes both public and private companies.
  2. Calise Cheng
    4
    Calise Cheng
    Freshfields US LLP
    Freshfields US LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2026 | Band 4 | 3 Years Ranked

    Calise Cheng is adept on matters across the spectrum of debt and equity, with a particular expertise in advising issuers on equity offerings.

  3. 4
    Jeffrey T. Hartlin
    Paul Hastings LLP
    Paul Hastings LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2026 | Band 4 | 3 Years Ranked
    Jeffrey Hartlin has notable experience advising clients in the biopharmaceutical industry on IPOs and debt offerings, among other issues.
  4. Jonathan Ko
    4
    Jonathan Ko
    Paul Hastings LLP
    Paul Hastings LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2026 | Band 4 | 1 Years Ranked

    Jonathan 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.

  5. Jonie Kondracki
    4
    Jonie Kondracki
    Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati
    Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2026 | Band 4 | 5 Years Ranked
    Jonie Kondracki is often called upon by clients in the life sciences and technology markets for her advice on debt and equity transactions.
  6. Lewis Kneib
    4
    Lewis Kneib
    Latham & Watkins LLP
    Latham & Watkins LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2026 | Band 4 | 4 Years Ranked
    Cochair 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.
  7. Maggie L Wong
    4
    Maggie L Wong
    Goodwin
    Goodwin | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2026 | Band 4 | 1 Years Ranked

    Maggie 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.

  8. Thomas J. Ivey
    4
    Thomas J. Ivey
    Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates
    Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2026 | Band 4 | 7 Years Ranked
    Thomas 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.
  9. Amanda Rose
    Fenwick | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2026 | Band 4
  10. Denny Won
    Cooley LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2026 | Band 4
  11. John-Paul Motley
    Cooley LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2026 | Band 4
  12. Julia Forbess
    Fenwick | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2026 | Band 4
  13. Kristin VanderPas
    Cooley LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2026 | Band 4
  14. Ran Ben-Tzur
    Fenwick | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2026 | Band 4
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Up and Coming

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    Julie Park
    Pillsbury
    Pillsbury | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2026 | Up and Coming | 1 Years Ranked

    Julie 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.

  2. Milson Yu
    Cooley LLP | Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Western United States
    2026 | Up and Coming