Ranking tables
Bankruptcy/Restructuring | Global
USA
Rankings overview for Lawyers
Senior Statespeople
Corinne Ball Jones Day22 Years Ranked
Donald S Bernstein Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP22 Years Ranked- Thomas Moers MayerKramer Levin Naftalis & Frankel LLP
Band 1
Bruce S Bennett Jones Day12 Years Ranked
Damian S Schaible Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP8 Years Ranked- Dennis Dunne Milbank LLP20 Years Ranked
Ira S Dizengoff Akin12 Years Ranked
Marshall S Huebner Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP15 Years Ranked
Martin J Bienenstock Proskauer Rose LLP22 Years Ranked
Paul M Basta Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP13 Years Ranked
Ray C Schrock Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP7 Years Ranked- Edward O SassowerKirkland & Ellis LLP
- Joshua A SussbergKirkland & Ellis LLP
- Kenneth H EcksteinKramer Levin Naftalis & Frankel LLP
- Susheel KirpalaniQuinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP
Band 2
Andrew Rosenberg Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP13 Years Ranked- James L Bromley Sullivan & Cromwell LLP14 Years Ranked
- Kristopher M Hansen Paul Hastings LLP11 Years Ranked
Matt Barr Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP11 Years Ranked
Matthew A Feldman Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP15 Years Ranked
Michael S Stamer Akin13 Years Ranked
Rachel Strickland Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP4 Years Ranked
Thomas Lauria White & Case LLP19 Years Ranked- George A DavisLatham & Watkins LLP
- Michael L TuchinKTBS Law LLP
- Richard G MasonWachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz
- Robert J StarkBrown Rudnick LLP
- Scott K CharlesWachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz
Band 3
- Adam C Harris Schulte Roth & Zabel LLP12 Years Ranked
- Andrew G Dietderich Sullivan & Cromwell LLP12 Years Ranked
Brett H Miller Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP12 Years Ranked
Brian S Hermann Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP4 Years Ranked
Gary T Holtzer Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP11 Years Ranked
Heather Lennox Jones Day13 Years Ranked
Laura Davis Jones Pachulski Stang Ziehl & Jones LLP8 Years Ranked
Paul Leake Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates13 Years Ranked
Richard M Pachulski Pachulski Stang Ziehl & Jones LLP19 Years Ranked
Scott J Greenberg Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP3 Years Ranked- Anup SathyKirkland & Ellis
- Lisa M SchweitzerCleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP
- Louis R StrubeckO'Melveny & Myers LLP
- Patrick J Nash, JrKirkland & Ellis
Band 4
Brian M. Resnick Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP1 Years Ranked
David Meyer Vinson & Elkins LLP1 Years Ranked
Elizabeth McColm Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP3 Years Ranked- Evan Fleck Milbank LLP4 Years Ranked
Gregg M Galardi Ropes & Gray LLP12 Years Ranked- Jayme Goldstein Paul Hastings LLP5 Years Ranked
Kelley Cornish Selendy Gay PLLC4 Years Ranked- Margot Schonholtz Linklaters21 Years Ranked
- Steven J Reisman Katten5 Years Ranked
- Caroline RecklerLatham & Watkins LLP
- Jeffrey E BjorkLatham & Watkins LLP
- John J RapisardiO'Melveny & Myers LLP
- Nicole L GreenblattKirkland & Ellis LLP
- Paul Steven SingermanBerger Singerman
All Lawyers profiles
Senior Statespeople
S Corinne Ball
Jones Day | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Senior Statespeople | 22 Years RankedCorinne 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/Restructuring2024 | Senior Statespeople | 22 Years RankedDonald 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/Restructuring2024 | Senior Statespeople
Band 1
1 Bruce S BennettJones Day | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 1 | 12 Years RankedBruce 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/Restructuring2024 | Band 1 | 8 Years RankedDamian 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/Restructuring2024 | Band 1 | 20 Years RankedDennis 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/Restructuring2024 | Band 1 | 12 Years RankedIra 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 Marshall S HuebnerDavis Polk & Wardwell LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 1 | 15 Years RankedMarshall 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 co-head of the firm's restructuring department.1 Martin J Bienenstock
Proskauer Rose LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 1 | 22 Years RankedMartin 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/Restructuring2024 | Band 1 | 13 Years RankedPaul 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 C Schrock
Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 1 | 7 Years RankedRay 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 aerospace.- Kenneth H EcksteinKramer Levin Naftalis & Frankel LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 1
- Susheel KirpalaniQuinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 1
Band 2
2 Andrew RosenbergPaul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 2 | 13 Years RankedAndrew 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 James L Bromley
Sullivan & Cromwell LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 2 | 14 Years RankedJames 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 Kristopher M Hansen
Paul Hastings LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 2 | 11 Years RankedKristopher 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.2 Matt BarrWeil, Gotshal & Manges LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 2 | 11 Years RankedMatt 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 Matthew A Feldman
Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 2 | 15 Years RankedMatthew Feldman regularly handles Chapter 11 proceedings and distressed M&A, and has recent experience acting for clients in the retail and energy sectors.2 Michael S StamerAkin | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 2 | 13 Years RankedMichael 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/Restructuring2024 | Band 2 | 4 Years RankedRachel 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 Thomas Lauria
White & Case LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 2 | 19 Years RankedThomas 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.- Richard G MasonWachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 2
- Scott K CharlesWachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 2
Band 3
3 Adam C Harris
Schulte Roth & Zabel LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 3 | 12 Years RankedAdam 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.3 Andrew G DietderichSullivan & Cromwell LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 3 | 12 Years RankedAndrew 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.3 Brett H MillerWillkie Farr & Gallagher LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 3 | 12 Years RankedBrett 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/Restructuring2024 | Band 3 | 4 Years RankedBrian 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 Gary T HoltzerWeil, Gotshal & Manges LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 3 | 11 Years RankedGary 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.3 Heather LennoxJones Day | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 3 | 13 Years RankedHeather 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/Restructuring2024 | Band 3 | 8 Years RankedLaura 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 Paul Leake
Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 3 | 13 Years RankedPaul 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/Restructuring2024 | Band 3 | 19 Years RankedRichard 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.3 Scott J Greenberg
Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 3 | 3 Years RankedScott Greenberg offers strong expertise representing lenders in connection with Chapter 11 and Chapter 15 cases. He has significant experience acting on notable cases in the transportation and pharmaceutical sectors.- Lisa M SchweitzerCleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 3
Band 4
4 Brian M. ResnickDavis Polk & Wardwell LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 4 | 1 Years RankedBrian Resnick is sought after by noteholders and lenders for his experience handling Chapter 11 cases and municipal bankruptcies.4 David Meyer
Vinson & Elkins LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 4 | 1 Years RankedDavid 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/Restructuring2024 | Band 4 | 3 Years RankedElizabeth 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/Restructuring2024 | Band 4 | 4 Years RankedEvan 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/Restructuring2024 | Band 4 | 12 Years RankedGregg 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 Jayme GoldsteinPaul Hastings LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 4 | 5 Years RankedJayme 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 Kelley CornishSelendy Gay PLLC | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 4 | 4 Years RankedKelley 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.4 Margot Schonholtz
Linklaters | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 4 | 21 Years RankedMargot 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/Restructuring2024 | Band 4 | 5 Years RankedSteven Reisman cochairs Katten's insolvency and restructuring practice and has recent experience in matters related to the energy and retail industries.