Ranking tables
Bankruptcy/Restructuring | USA
USA - Nationwide
Rankings overview for Lawyers
Senior Statespeople
Eminent Practitioners
Band 1
Bruce S Bennett Jones Day20 Years Ranked
Damian S Schaible Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP14 Years Ranked
Dennis Dunne Milbank LLP21 Years Ranked
Edward O Sassower Kirkland & Ellis LLP13 Years Ranked
Ira S Dizengoff Akin17 Years Ranked
Joshua A Sussberg Kirkland & Ellis LLP14 Years Ranked
Kenneth H Eckstein Kramer Levin Naftalis & Frankel LLP22 Years Ranked
Kristopher M Hansen Paul Hastings LLP17 Years Ranked
Marshall S Huebner Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP21 Years Ranked
Martin J Bienenstock Proskauer Rose LLP22 Years Ranked
Paul M Basta Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP19 Years Ranked
Ray Schrock Latham & Watkins LLP10 Years Ranked- Susheel Kirpalani Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP21 Years Ranked
Thomas Lauria White & Case LLP20 Years Ranked
Band 2
Andrew G Dietderich Sullivan & Cromwell LLP15 Years Ranked
Andrew Rosenberg Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP17 Years Ranked
Gary T Holtzer Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP14 Years Ranked
George A Davis Latham & Watkins LLP20 Years Ranked
James L Bromley Sullivan & Cromwell LLP20 Years Ranked
Matt Barr Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP17 Years Ranked
Michael L Tuchin KTBS Law LLP 22 Years Ranked
Michael S Stamer Akin18 Years Ranked
Rachel Strickland Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP16 Years Ranked
Richard G Mason Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz22 Years Ranked
Robert J Stark Brown Rudnick LLP16 Years Ranked
Scott J Greenberg Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP8 Years Ranked
Scott K Charles Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz21 Years Ranked
Band 3
Adam C Harris Schulte Roth & Zabel LLP22 Years Ranked
Anup Sathy Kirkland & Ellis20 Years Ranked
Brett H Miller Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP14 Years Ranked
Brian S Hermann Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP15 Years Ranked
Heather Lennox Jones Day20 Years Ranked
Laura Davis Jones Pachulski Stang Ziehl & Jones LLP22 Years Ranked
Lisa M Schweitzer Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP15 Years Ranked- Louis R Strubeck O'Melveny & Myers LLP22 Years Ranked
Patrick J Nash, Jr Kirkland & Ellis12 Years Ranked
Paul Leake Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates20 Years Ranked
Richard M Pachulski Pachulski Stang Ziehl & Jones LLP22 Years Ranked
Band 4
Alice Belisle Eaton Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP10 Years Ranked
Brian M. Resnick Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP13 Years Ranked
Caroline Reckler Latham & Watkins LLP8 Years Ranked
David Meyer Vinson & Elkins LLP4 Years Ranked
Derek C Abbott Morris, Nichols, Arsht & Tunnell LLP19 Years Ranked
Elizabeth McColm Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP6 Years Ranked
Evan Fleck Milbank LLP12 Years Ranked
Gregg M Galardi Ropes & Gray LLP22 Years Ranked
James Stang Pachulski Stang Ziehl & Jones LLP9 Years Ranked
Jayme Goldstein Paul Hastings LLP8 Years Ranked
Jeffrey E Bjork Latham & Watkins LLP15 Years Ranked
John J Rapisardi O'Melveny & Myers LLP20 Years Ranked
Kelley Cornish Selendy Gay PLLC14 Years Ranked
Margot Schonholtz Linklaters22 Years Ranked
Mark D Collins Richards, Layton & Finger PA22 Years Ranked
Nicole L Greenblatt Kirkland & Ellis LLP11 Years Ranked
Paul Steven Singerman Berger Singerman22 Years Ranked
Steven J Reisman Katten19 Years Ranked
Thomas Walper Munger, Tolles & Olson LLP13 Years Ranked
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.
S Thomas Moers Mayer
Kramer Levin Naftalis & Frankel LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Senior Statespeople | 21 Years RankedThomas 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.
Eminent Practitioners
E Matthew A Feldman
Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Eminent Practitioners | 22 Years RankedMatthew 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.
Band 1
1 Bruce S BennettJones Day | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 1 | 20 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 | 14 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 | 21 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 Edward O Sassower
Kirkland & Ellis LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 1 | 13 Years RankedEdward 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.1 Ira S Dizengoff
Akin | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 1 | 17 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 Joshua A SussbergKirkland & Ellis LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 1 | 14 Years RankedJoshua 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.1 Kenneth H EcksteinKramer Levin Naftalis & Frankel LLP | Head of Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 1 | 22 Years RankedKenneth 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.1 Kristopher M Hansen
Paul Hastings LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 1 | 17 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.1 Marshall S HuebnerDavis Polk & Wardwell LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 1 | 21 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 cohead 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 | 19 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 Schrock
Latham & Watkins LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 1 | 10 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 healthcare.1 Susheel Kirpalani
Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 1 | 21 Years RankedSusheel 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.1 Thomas Lauria
White & Case LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 1 | 20 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.
Band 2
2 Andrew G Dietderich
Sullivan & Cromwell LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 2 | 15 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.2 Andrew RosenbergPaul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 2 | 17 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 Gary T Holtzer
Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 2 | 14 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.2 George A DavisLatham & Watkins LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 2 | 20 Years RankedGeorge 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.2 James L BromleySullivan & Cromwell LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 2 | 20 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 Matt BarrWeil, Gotshal & Manges LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 2 | 17 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 Michael L Tuchin
KTBS Law LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 2 | 22 Years RankedMichael Tuchin is sought after by clients for his broad expertise, with recent work including litigation and Chapter 11 cases.2 Michael S StamerAkin | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 2 | 18 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 Strickland
Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 2 | 16 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 Richard G Mason
Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 2 | 22 Years RankedRichard 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.2 Robert J StarkBrown Rudnick LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 2 | 16 Years RankedRobert 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.2 Scott J Greenberg
Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 2 | 8 Years RankedScott 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.2 Scott K CharlesWachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 2 | 21 Years RankedScott Charles acts for clients in bankruptcy matters including Chapter 11 proceedings and distressed M&A. He offers particular expertise in the retail sector.
Band 3
3 Adam C Harris
Schulte Roth & Zabel LLP | Head of Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 3 | 22 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 Anup SathyKirkland & Ellis | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 3 | 20 Years RankedAnup 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.3 Brett H MillerWillkie Farr & Gallagher LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 3 | 14 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 | 15 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 Heather LennoxJones Day | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 3 | 20 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 | 22 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 Lisa M Schweitzer
Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 3 | 15 Years RankedLisa 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.3 Louis R Strubeck
O'Melveny & Myers LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 3 | 22 Years Ranked"Lou is very experienced and is a calm, strategic operator. He is an effective negotiator who is able to earn the trust of those he works with."3 Patrick J Nash, JrKirkland & Ellis | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 3 | 12 Years RankedPatrick Nash is regularly called upon to assist clients with a range of matters, including restructurings, distressed M&A and financing issues.3 Paul Leake
Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 3 | 20 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 | 22 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.
Band 4
4 Alice Belisle EatonPaul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 4 | 10 Years RankedAlice 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.4 Brian M. ResnickDavis Polk & Wardwell LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 4 | 13 Years RankedBrian Resnick is sought after by noteholders and lenders for his experience handling Chapter 11 cases and municipal bankruptcies.4 Caroline RecklerLatham & Watkins LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 4 | 8 Years RankedCaroline Reckler acts for retail and energy clients, as part of a broad client base. She works on Chapter 11 restructuring and distressed M&A.4 David Meyer
Vinson & Elkins LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 4 | 4 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 Derek C Abbott
Morris, Nichols, Arsht & Tunnell LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 4 | 19 Years Ranked"He is very responsive and is able to navigate the local court system which is highly important. He keeps us appraised of everything we need to be aware of."4 Elizabeth McColmPaul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 4 | 6 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 | 12 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 | 22 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 James StangPachulski Stang Ziehl & Jones LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 4 | 9 Years RankedJames Stang is nationally recognized for his representation of clients in high stakes Chapter 11 cases.4 Jayme GoldsteinPaul Hastings LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 4 | 8 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 Jeffrey E BjorkLatham & Watkins LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 4 | 15 Years RankedJeffrey 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.4 John J RapisardiO'Melveny & Myers LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 4 | 20 Years RankedJohn 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.4 Kelley Cornish
Selendy Gay PLLC | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 4 | 14 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 | 22 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 Mark D Collins
Richards, Layton & Finger PA | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 4 | 22 Years RankedMark Collins maintains a destination practice for clients seeking counsel in major Chapter 11 filings.4 Nicole L GreenblattKirkland & Ellis LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 4 | 11 Years RankedNicole 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.4 Paul Steven Singerman
Berger Singerman | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 4 | 22 Years Ranked"Paul has mastered the heart of legal thinking and analysis and synthesis of case facts. He leaves you feeling confident that he has his eye and fingerprints on your case from its inception to its final closing."4 Steven J Reisman
Katten | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 4 | 19 Years RankedSteven 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.4 Thomas Walper
Munger, Tolles & Olson LLP | Bankruptcy/Restructuring2024 | Band 4 | 13 Years RankedThomas 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.