George Davis

Background

About George Davis

I am the Global Chair of Latham & Watkins’ Restructuring & Special Situations Practice. I represent public and private companies, private equity sponsors, direct lenders, asset managers, and alternative capital providers in complex liability management transactions, recapitalizations, restructurings, and other special situations transactions. Widely recognized as one of the top restructuring lawyers in the United States, I have led some of the most complex and novel recapitalization and restructuring transactions of the past three decades. A trusted strategic advisor to boards and management teams, I unlock the full resources of the firm’s global platform to guide clients on strategy, litigation risk, and board duties in transformative liability management and restructuring transactions. I regularly garner broad recognition for distinctive practice from clients, peers, and industry publications, including as The American Lawyer’s 2023 Dealmaker of the Year for my work on Mallinckrodt's landmark chapter 11 restructuring. In 2024, I was recognized by Chambers USA “amongst the very best practitioners in the field of restructuring,” and as “one of the most practical and business-oriented restructuring lawyers” who “knows how to counsel a board and navigate difficult situations.” The Legal 500 US 2023 highlighted my leadership as “a superb team leader who has led many of Latham’s largest and most complex engagements,” as well as “practical, reasonable, persistent, insightful and an excellent leader. He is tough without coming across as aggressive.” Portions of this profile may constitute attorney advertising. Any testimonial or endorsement on this profile does not constitute a guarantee, warranty, or prediction regarding the outcome of your legal matter. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.