Partner, Restructuring Group
Davis Polk
(Moderator)
David Schiff is a partner in Davis Polk’s Restructuring group. He advises on a wide range of U.S. and international restructurings, bankruptcies and liability management transactions. He represents hedge funds, creditor groups, banks, companies, equity sponsors and other strategic parties. Most recently, his work includes significant roles in chapter 11 bankruptcies and cross-border restructurings such as SVB Financial Group, Monitronics, Samarco and QualTek Services, as well as in out-of-court transactions, such as the recapitalization of Pretium Packaging. He also maintains an active cross-border practice and has advised on some of the largest and most complex cross-border restructurings in recent years.
David was recognized in 2023 as part of the American Bankruptcy Institute’s 40 Under 40 program, and is also rated as a “Rising Star Partner” by IFLR1000 and in Best Lawyers in America: Ones to Watch. He is a member of the International Insolvency Institute’s NextGen Leadership Program, and also serves on the Advisory Council of Futures and Options, a New York-based nonprofit organization that connects high school students to paid, mentored internships and career development opportunities.
