Alexandra Schwarzman, P.C.

Alex Schwarzman is a nationally recognized restructuring partner in Kirkland’s Chicago office. Alex’s practice focuses on all aspects of capital structure solutions, including liability management transactions, recapitalizations, in- and out-of-court restructurings and other special situation transactions, as well as corporate governance. Alex has been recognized by Chambers USA since 2021 as a notable practitioner and described by sources as “exceptionally bright, accessible and client-focused.” In the 2024 edition, sources noted “Alex was knowledgeable and on top of everything. She gave great advice and guided us through the process.” In prior editions, sources noted “Alexandra is a very strong and hard-working lawyer,” and “an outstanding lawyer” as well as “incredibly smart, strategic and hard-working,” “very strong” and “a gifted lawyer.” Alex was recognized by The Legal 500 U.S. for Restructuring: Corporate, 2023. Turnarounds & Workouts also recently recognized Alex as an “Outstanding Young Restructuring Lawyer.”

Alex has negotiated and closed transactions in a diverse group of industries, including healthcare, retail, energy, auto, hospitality, education, telecommunications, transportation and municipal.