Thomas Kessler

Bankruptcy and Restructuring Partner at Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP

New York City Metropolitan Area

About

I represent debtors, creditors, and other parties-in-interest in a broad range of restructuring matters, including bankruptcy proceedings, out-of-court restructurings, and bankruptcy-related transactions. My practice spans a variety of industries and geographies, with a particular focus on cross-border matters, including acting as U.S. counsel in foreign restructurings and lead counsel in Chapter 15 proceedings.

Experience

  • Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP (13 yrs 7 mos)
    • Partner
      Jan 2023 - Present · 3 yrs 7 mos

      Partner in the Bankruptcy and Restructuring Practice at Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP

    • Associate
      2013 - Jan 2023 · 10 yrs 1 mo

      Senior associate focused on restructuring and other complex civil litigation. I have represented a wide variety of clients, including debtors and creditors in bankruptcy proceedings, and parties in restructuring-related suits, contractual disputes, and securities litigation.